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December 15, 2025
Source: Salem Five Bank
Financing supports working capital needs, allowing Massachusetts-based youth sports retailer/etailer to capitalize on heightened soccer demand anticipated for 2026
SALEM, MA (December 15, 2025) – Salem Five Bank, a full-service financial services organization with over $8B in assets, today announced that it has provided a $6 million revolving line of credit to Arocam Sports, a Massachusetts-based operator of youth sports apparel, footwear, and equipment businesses. The revolving facility is designed to support seasonal working capital and provide financial flexibility as Arocam Sports prepares for anticipated 2026 demand, driven in part by excitement around North America’s hosting of the world’s largest soccer tournament.
Arocam Sports is a leader in the direct-to-consumer youth sports uniforms and equipment space, tracing its roots to its 1994 acquisition and launch of WeGotSoccer. With additional locations in Florida, Texas and California, the company has retail and ecommerce operations serving youth sports organizations and local communities.
The relationship with Salem Five arrived through a connection between Arocam Sports CEO Michael O’Connor and Keith Broyles, Senior Vice President leading the Business Credit team that Salem Five launched earlier in 2025. Michael Richardson, VP of Asset-Based Lending, served as Salem Five’s commercial loan officer responsible for the transaction.
“Here at Salem Five Business Credit, we take the time to listen to our prospective new clients, gaining an understanding a client’s operating cycle and growth plans, then we structure a credit facility that provides the right amount of liquidity and flexibility to help that client achieve its goals”, Broyles said. “We’re excited to support a local Massachusetts company that plays an important role for youth sports organizations and families in the communities it serves.”
The $6 million revolving line will be used for inventory and operating needs tied to seasonal ordering patterns across youth sports organizations, while positioning the company to move quickly on opportunities that arise and align with corporate objectives.
"Salem Five came highly recommended as we were looking for a banking partner that could handle the growth we were experiencing. Coordination across all internal teams was seamless allowing us to bring our banking relationship online in a very timely manner,” said O’Connor. “Our move to Salem Five has met all of our expectations and we are looking forward to partnering with them as we continue to grow."
About Salem Five Bank
Salem Five Bancorp is the holding company of Salem Five (www.salemfive.com), a mutual bank founded in 1855. Whatever the need and whatever the goal, Salem Five’s banking, investment and insurance professionals have the expertise to move customers forward. Salem Five has more than $8 billion in assets and 33 retail branches in Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk and Suffolk counties. Divisions include Salem Five Mortgage Company, one of the largest mortgage lenders headquartered in New England; Salem Five Wealth Management & Trust, which offers fiduciary wealth management services to institutions and high-net-worth individuals, financial and retirement income planning, portfolio review and money management; and Salem Five Insurance Services, which provides personal and commercial insurance. Salem Five deposits are insured through the FDIC. Salem Five Mortgage Company’s NMLS # is 4662. Equal Housing Lender. Securities are offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC. Life insurance products are offered through LPL Financial or its licensed affiliates. Insurance and investment products are not FDIC insured, not bank guaranteed, may lose value, not a deposit, and not insured by any federal government agency.
About Arocam Sports
Arocam Sports operates a portfolio of youth sports-focused brands, including WeGotSoccer, providing soccer apparel, equipment, and athletic footwear through retail and e-commerce channels. The company began operations with the acquisition and launch of WeGotSoccer in 1994 and has served the youth soccer marketplace for decades through a customer-service driven model. For more information, visit arocamsports.com
SALEM, MA (December 15, 2025) – Salem Five Bank, a full-service financial services organization with over $8B in assets, today announced that it has provided a $6 million revolving line of credit to Arocam Sports, a Massachusetts-based operator of youth sports apparel, footwear, and equipment businesses. The revolving facility is designed to support seasonal working capital and provide financial flexibility as Arocam Sports prepares for anticipated 2026 demand, driven in part by excitement around North America’s hosting of the world’s largest soccer tournament.
Arocam Sports is a leader in the direct-to-consumer youth sports uniforms and equipment space, tracing its roots to its 1994 acquisition and launch of WeGotSoccer. With additional locations in Florida, Texas and California, the company has retail and ecommerce operations serving youth sports organizations and local communities.
The relationship with Salem Five arrived through a connection between Arocam Sports CEO Michael O’Connor and Keith Broyles, Senior Vice President leading the Business Credit team that Salem Five launched earlier in 2025. Michael Richardson, VP of Asset-Based Lending, served as Salem Five’s commercial loan officer responsible for the transaction.
“Here at Salem Five Business Credit, we take the time to listen to our prospective new clients, gaining an understanding a client’s operating cycle and growth plans, then we structure a credit facility that provides the right amount of liquidity and flexibility to help that client achieve its goals”, Broyles said. “We’re excited to support a local Massachusetts company that plays an important role for youth sports organizations and families in the communities it serves.”
The $6 million revolving line will be used for inventory and operating needs tied to seasonal ordering patterns across youth sports organizations, while positioning the company to move quickly on opportunities that arise and align with corporate objectives.
"Salem Five came highly recommended as we were looking for a banking partner that could handle the growth we were experiencing. Coordination across all internal teams was seamless allowing us to bring our banking relationship online in a very timely manner,” said O’Connor. “Our move to Salem Five has met all of our expectations and we are looking forward to partnering with them as we continue to grow."
About Salem Five Bank
Salem Five Bancorp is the holding company of Salem Five (www.salemfive.com), a mutual bank founded in 1855. Whatever the need and whatever the goal, Salem Five’s banking, investment and insurance professionals have the expertise to move customers forward. Salem Five has more than $8 billion in assets and 33 retail branches in Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk and Suffolk counties. Divisions include Salem Five Mortgage Company, one of the largest mortgage lenders headquartered in New England; Salem Five Wealth Management & Trust, which offers fiduciary wealth management services to institutions and high-net-worth individuals, financial and retirement income planning, portfolio review and money management; and Salem Five Insurance Services, which provides personal and commercial insurance. Salem Five deposits are insured through the FDIC. Salem Five Mortgage Company’s NMLS # is 4662. Equal Housing Lender. Securities are offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC. Life insurance products are offered through LPL Financial or its licensed affiliates. Insurance and investment products are not FDIC insured, not bank guaranteed, may lose value, not a deposit, and not insured by any federal government agency.
About Arocam Sports
Arocam Sports operates a portfolio of youth sports-focused brands, including WeGotSoccer, providing soccer apparel, equipment, and athletic footwear through retail and e-commerce channels. The company began operations with the acquisition and launch of WeGotSoccer in 1994 and has served the youth soccer marketplace for decades through a customer-service driven model. For more information, visit arocamsports.com