Sports cards, collectibles shop opens

KateLynn Slaamot
NLJ Correspondent
 
Martin Gomez and Chris Hollingsworth recently opened their sports cards and collectibles shop, Card Knights, in the Attic Treasures building. Card Knights, which aims to serve sports enthusiasts and collectors in Newcastle, is located at 2289 W. Main St. and is open Tuesday-Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. 
Gomez recently moved to town less than a year ago with his wife, Jami, and Hollingsworth has lived here with his wife, Whitney, for several years. The two said that they are both kids at heart and love all things sports and collectibles. They are excited to cater to others with similar interests. 
Gomez said that the shop stocks a plethora of items, including sports cards box breaks, collectible items, toys, non-sports memorabilia such as Star Wars or Marvel, and much more. Box breaks allow buyers to buy smaller parts of a box of sports cards, such as a specific team, instead of having to buy a whole box, which can be expensive. 
Hollingsworth and Gomez said they have both been collecting for a long time.
“I’ve been collecting since I was 3 years old,” Hollingsworth said. 
With their shared interests, Gomez said, it just worked out to go into business together. 
“It’s been a lot of fun,” Gomez said. He also noted that Card Knights is the only store of its kind in Newcastle and there is nothing else like it closer than Gillette or Rapid City. 
Gomez said that he and Hollingsworth are passionate about sports and supporting local sports and activities, including local baseball and the Mefford Memorial Tournament. 
Hollingsworth and Gomez said they are grateful that Jason and Carmen Simon, owners of Attic Treasures, for allowing them to have their shop in the building. 
“They’re very wonderful people,” Gomez said. 
The business partners said that they’re excited to continue their passion and serve the community. 
“We’re here to serve the community of collectors and people in general,” Gomez said.