PB Play Climbs 82 Spots in US Sports Apps Chart

Overview

On September 14, 2026, the United States App Store witnessed significant shifts in the Sports category of the Top Paid Apps chart. Notably, PB Play surged an impressive 82 positions to claim the #18 spot, marking it as one of the most remarkable climbs of the week. This movement reflects a dynamic landscape in the sports app market, showcasing both established favorites and exciting newcomers.

Top Climbers

• PB Play: Climbed from #100 to #18 (+82 positions)
• Impact Ballistics: Moved from #53 to #19 (+34 positions)
• Volleyball Referee Timer: Rose from #36 to #22 (+14 positions)
• Flyskyhy: Jumped from #41 to #27 (+14 positions)
• BW Fútbol Formations: Increased from #37 to #29 (+8 positions)

New Entries

This week's chart also welcomed several new applications, indicating a healthy interest in fresh content:

• Baseball Softball Pocket Coach: Debuted at #15
• Alligator Magnet-Hunting Calls: Entered at #17
• Landed - Fishing Journal: Launched at #25
• Hoop Draft Manager: Started at #26
• GoalieTracker: Opened at #28

Top Performers

Maintaining their stronghold at the top of the charts, here are the top performers:

• Shot Tracer: #1
• Gridiron 2026 College Football: #2
• Next Batter Up: Walk-Up Music: #3
• PractiScore Competitor: #4
• QZ Fitness: #5

Notable Drops

While some apps surged, others experienced declines:

• Ballistic X: Dropped from #6 to #13 (-7 positions)
• JB4 Mobile: Fell from #5 to #11 (-6 positions)
• iSolunar™ Hunt & Fish Times: Decreased from #15 to #20 (-5 positions)
• Harry's LapTimer Petrolhead: Slipped from #18 to #23 (-5 positions)
• DJ App for Hockey Parents: Declined from #17 to #21 (-4 positions)

This week’s analysis of the App Store charts highlights the competitive nature of the sports apps landscape in the United States. Developers should take note of these movements to strategize their marketing and app updates effectively.