Football

Genius Sports Chosen as Successful Bidder for Exclusive Football DataCo Betting Rights Through 2029

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Genius Sports Limited (“Genius Sports”) and Football DataCo (“DataCo”), the data rights holder of English and Scottish football, have entered into an exclusive period of negotiation to extend their official betting data partnership.

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  • Genius Sports Limited (“Genius Sports”) and Football DataCo (“DataCo”), the data rights holder of English and Scottish football, have entered into an exclusive period of negotiation to extend their official betting data partnership.
  • The agreement remains subject to contract and approval of the Leagues and their respective Clubs.
  • Since 2019, Genius Sports has been DataCo’s exclusive supplier of official low latency data from the English Premier League (“EPL”), English Football League (“EFL”) and Scottish Professional Football League (“SPFL”) to the global sports betting industry.
  • The current rights agreement runs until the end of the 2024-2025 season with the new rights cycle being 2025-2029.

American Express Reveals 2024 Top Travel Trends

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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American Express Travel® released its 2024 Global Travel Trends Report 1 today, highlighting the inspiration and trends driving global travel bookings this year.

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  • American Express Travel® released its 2024 Global Travel Trends Report 1 today, highlighting the inspiration and trends driving global travel bookings this year.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240312265470/en/
    American Express Reveals 2024 Top Travel Trends.
  • “Our Global Travel Trends Report sheds light on what is driving global travel bookings and provides inspiration for where to go next.
  • Our American Express Travel Consultants can help, no matter what type of trip you want to take.”
    Top insights from American Express Travel’s 2024 Global Travel Trends Report include:
    A desire to see sporting events live and to watch favorite teams and beloved players in person are driving where travelers are going and what they are doing when they get there.

Manchester United Plc Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Commercial revenue for the quarter was £71.8 million, a decrease of £6.9 million, or 8.8%, over the prior year quarter.

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  • Commercial revenue for the quarter was £71.8 million, a decrease of £6.9 million, or 8.8%, over the prior year quarter.
  • Total operating expenses for the quarter were £198.7 million, an increase of £31.1 million, or 18.6%, over the prior year quarter.
  • Net cash outflow from operating activities for the quarter was £46.6 million, compared to £61.5 million in the prior year quarter.
  • Net cash inflow from financing activities for the quarter was £59.7 million, compared to £99.4 million in the prior year quarter.

The NFL Players Association Selects Ameriprise Financial as an Institutional Financial Advisor

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) today announced that it has been named an Institutional Financial Advisor of the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA), the official union of professional football players.

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  • Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) today announced that it has been named an Institutional Financial Advisor of the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA), the official union of professional football players.
  • With this program, designated Ameriprise financial advisors will work one-on-one with current and retired NFL players to provide holistic financial advice and help them reach their goals in their years on and off the field.
  • The firm also has a wide range of products and services to address the unique financial situations of NFL players.
  • “We are excited to have Ameriprise join the Institutional Financial Advisor program and help even more players achieve financial stability and confidence,” said Dana Shuler, senior director of the NFLPA’s Player Affairs Department.

New York Jets Announce TicketManager As Proud Partner

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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The New York Jets premium partners will find it far easier to care for their ticket inventories, thanks to the team’s latest partnership.

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  • The New York Jets premium partners will find it far easier to care for their ticket inventories, thanks to the team’s latest partnership.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240311114557/en/
    Global Company will Enable Jets Corporate Clients Through Ticket Management Software (Graphic: Business Wire)
    The Jets introduced TicketManager, a global leader in the tickets and guest experience spaces, as their Official Corporate Ticket Manager.
  • “We’re excited to partner with the New York Jets to help companies get the most out of their investment in sports and entertainment events,” said Tony Knopp, CEO and Co-Founder of TicketManager.
  • Our partnership with the Jets will help companies continue to invest in sports and entertainment tickets, which are vital for growing and maintaining business.”
    In addition, TicketManager will become a Supporting Partner of the Jets Partner Alliance program, the Jets business-to-business platform that connects the franchise’s Corporate Partners and Suite Partners.

CT United FC Launches Free Youth Academy

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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BRIDGEPORT, Conn., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CT United FC is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated and free youth academy with inaugural cohorts for boys under 14 (U14) and under 16 (U16) age groups. CT United Academy will play in MLS NEXT, the most elite platform for youth player development in North America, whose players make up most of the United States and Canadian youth national teams. The academy's inception marks a significant milestone in the development of soccer talent in Connecticut.

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  • BRIDGEPORT, Conn., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CT United FC is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated and free youth academy with inaugural cohorts for boys under 14 (U14) and under 16 (U16) age groups.
  • CT United Academy will play in MLS NEXT, the most elite platform for youth player development in North America, whose players make up most of the United States and Canadian youth national teams.
  • CT United Academy will offer young athletes aspiring to play professional soccer a premier development program, fostering their skills, passion, and love for the game.
  • "We are delighted to launch CT United Academy and announce it will compete in North America's top youth soccer league, MLS NEXT," said Michelle Swanston, Partner, Connecticut Sports Group.

Hollywood Hardman Vinnie Jones Bursts in on Team Talk… And He's Got a Message

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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and Samaritans, sees Vinnie take over the team talk to deliver a poignant message on mental health.

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  • and Samaritans, sees Vinnie take over the team talk to deliver a poignant message on mental health.
  • Instead, Vinnie candidly uses his own struggles to encourage them to reach out to others and 'talk more'.
  • Vinnie Jones said: "I grew up in an era when mental health wasn't even a thing, yet it's something I struggled with without realising.
  • We are proud to work with Vinnie Jones, Three and Samaritans to help address this through an inspiring and passionate team talk.

'Repairing sports inflicted tooth damage,' a new report from the San Luis Obispo dentist

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A sports accident can go quickly beyond bruises and scratches, causing broken bones, head trauma, and broken teeth. "Everyone wants a great smile," says Dr. Douglas Ng from SLO Family Dentistry. "Athletes of any age have several options for repairing or replacing broken teeth."

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  • SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A sports accident can go quickly beyond bruises and scratches, causing broken bones, head trauma, and broken teeth.
  • Ng recently released the report, "Repairing sports inflicted tooth damage," which examines the options for restoring a smile when teeth are damaged or lost.
  • "Get immediate medical attention to rule out other injuries," advises the San Luis Obispo dentist .
  • A Southern California native, the San Luis Obispo dentist was a Regents Scholar at the University of California, Riverside where he graduated with honors.

Riddell Acquires Simbex to Expand Athlete Performance Platform and Enhance Core Capabilities

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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DES PLAINES, Ill., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Riddell, the industry leader in football helmet technology and innovation, today announced the strategic acquisition of longtime partner Simbex. With the addition of Simbex' premier engineering and health science product development expertise, Riddell will further elevate its position at the forefront of sports technology.

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  • DES PLAINES, Ill., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Riddell, the industry leader in football helmet technology and innovation, today announced the strategic acquisition of longtime partner Simbex.
  • With the addition of Simbex' premier engineering and health science product development expertise, Riddell will further elevate its position at the forefront of sports technology.
  • Beyond its work with Riddell, Simbex will remain a trusted leader in developing and commercializing transformative sports, medical, and health technology.
  • This partnership underscores our mutual dedication to advancing health, protection, and performance through cutting-edge product design, development, and commercialization strategy."

Registration Now Open for Pro Football Retired Players Association's Inaugural PFRPA Champions Luncheon in Green Bay

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA), a national organization that develops programs and benefits for retired NFL players, today announced open registration for the upcoming 'PFRPA Champions Luncheon' being held in Green Bay, Wisconsin on June 12, 2024.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA), a national organization that develops programs and benefits for retired NFL players, today announced open registration for the upcoming 'PFRPA Champions Luncheon' being held in Green Bay, Wisconsin on June 12, 2024.
  • PFRPA Board Chair and Former Green Bay Packers Running Back Darrell Thompson emphasized the importance of the event for retired NFL players, their supporters and the wider football community.
  • "The PFRPA Champions Luncheon is not only a significant event for PFRPA, but also the broader community who support retired NFL players," Thompson said.
  • All proceeds will go to the Greater Good Fund, PFRPA's 501(c)(3) charitable foundation, which offers benefits, programs and initiatives for retired NFL players.