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The World's Longest Monster Truck Throttles Onto The Trade Show Floor

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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Entertainment, Events, Concerts, Luxury, Vacation, Destinations, Travel, Retail, Trucking, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Transport, Sports entertainment, Monster truck

BIG GUNS, the worlds longest monster truck, is now being offered as the ultimate vehicle to drive traffic to exhibitors' trade show booths.

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  • BIG GUNS, the worlds longest monster truck, is now being offered as the ultimate vehicle to drive traffic to exhibitors' trade show booths.
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    YOU Can Drive a Monster Truck!
  • Brashear then realized what he had and decided to offer the monster truck for trade shows and events.
  • Brashear also points out that if the trade show booth isnt big enough, BIG GUNS can usually be placed just outside the trade show entrance as additional display to deliver the company message.

European Families Globetrotting More Than Ever Before

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Thursday, March 5, 2020
Travel, Tourism, Service industries, Vacation rental, Herschend Family Entertainment, Sports entertainment, HomeAway, Expedia Group, Harlem Globetrotters

Today HomeAway, a global expert platform in family holiday rentals, reveals that European families are going on holiday to foreign destinations now more than ever before.

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  • Today HomeAway, a global expert platform in family holiday rentals, reveals that European families are going on holiday to foreign destinations now more than ever before.
  • The majority (53%) of European children have travelled to between 1-3 foreign countries in their lifetime, according to their parents.
  • Only 12% of European children have never been to a foreign country in their lifetime.
  • As travel has become more convenient and less expensive for families in Europe, a generation of little globetrotters has been born.

Topgolf Teams with Dallas Mavericks for Unmatched Fan Experiences

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Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Businesspeople, Economy of the United States, Sports entertainment, Topgolf, Mark Cuban, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas, Maverick

DALLAS, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Topgolf Entertainment Group , a global sports and entertainment community, has engaged its hometown NBA franchise, the Dallas Mavericks , to create unmatched entertainment experiences for fans.

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  • DALLAS, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Topgolf Entertainment Group , a global sports and entertainment community, has engaged its hometown NBA franchise, the Dallas Mavericks , to create unmatched entertainment experiences for fans.
  • "Topgolf is all about providing fun experiences in a unique atmosphere," said Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban.
  • "The Mavericks' influence in Dallas is undeniable it's such a beloved brand in our community," said Topgolf Entertainment Group Chief Executive Officer Dolf Berle.
  • Topgolf will kick off the partnership with Dallas Mavericks watch parties on March 10 at Topgolf The Colony and April 13 at Topgolf Allen.

Topgolf Targeting Wichita for New Venue

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Monday, March 2, 2020
Sports entertainment, Topgolf, Wichita, Kansas, Lounge music, KANSAS

Topgolf Wichita would be the brand's second venue in Kansas and feature an open-concept, single-floor design with community-focused entertainment.

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  • Topgolf Wichita would be the brand's second venue in Kansas and feature an open-concept, single-floor design with community-focused entertainment.
  • Topgolf Wichita would deliver the same Topgolf experience but in a new, innovative environment, including signature games powered by Toptracer ball-tracing technology, climate-controlled hitting bays and chef-inspired menu items.
  • Topgolf Wichita would join the brand's range of venue experiences, which includes 58 locations across the globe, as well as the recently introduced indoor Lounge by Topgolf concept powered by Swing Suite technology.
  • What began as a technology that enhanced the game of golf now encompasses a range of experiences where communities can discover common ground at brand expressions including Topgolf venues, Lounge by Topgolf, Toptracer, Toptracer Range, Topgolf Swing Suite, Topgolf Studios, Topgolf Live, World Golf Tour (WGT) by Topgolf and Driving for Good.

Billiards and Snooker Equipment Market 2020-2024 | Billiards and Snooker As Recreational Sports to Boost Growth | Technavio

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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Other Consumer, Technology, Textiles, Chemicals, Plastics, Other Technology, Specialty, Home Goods, Manufacturing, Consumer, Retail, Cue sports, Sports entertainment, Billiard, Sports, Snooker

Our billiards and snooker equipment market report covers the following areas:

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  • Our billiards and snooker equipment market report covers the following areas:
    This study identifies increasing innovations in equipment as one of the prime reasons driving the billiards and snooker equipment market growth during the next few years.
  • Billiards and Snooker Equipment Market 2020-2024: Vendor Analysis
    We provide a detailed analysis of around 25 vendors operating in the billiards and snooker equipment market, including some of the vendors such as BCE Distributors Ltd., Berner Billiards, Birmingham Billiards Ltd., Diamond Billiard Products, Franklin Billiard Co., Fury, Imperial International, Iszy Billiards, Life Fitness, and Predator Group.
  • Backed with competitive intelligence and benchmarking, our research reports on the billiards and snooker equipment market are designed to provide entry support, customer profile, and M&As as well as go-to-market strategy support.
  • Billiards and Snooker Equipment Market 2020-2024: Key Highlights
    Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company.

XFL Bets On The Action Network

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Thursday, February 13, 2020
Sports, Entertainment, Professional sports leagues in the United States, Sports entertainment, XFL, The Action Network, Sports betting

STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The XFL and The Action Network have announced a sports betting content partnership.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The XFL and The Action Network have announced a sports betting content partnership.
  • As part of the collaboration, The Action Network becomes a preferred source of XFL betting analysis and information and will provide sports betting content for the league's website at XFL.com.
  • All season long, The Action Network will develop multiple content features - including daily news from across the league, analysis of games and player performances, as well as expert picks and projections for both The Action Network and XFL platforms.
  • "We're thrilled to partner with the XFL and introduce in-depth betting coverage to a new legion of fans," said Ari Borod, Chief Commercial Officer of The Action Network.

Harlem Globetrotters Sign First-Ever Player From Ukraine

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Sports entertainment, Herschend Family Entertainment, Entertainment, Harlem Globetrotters, Metromedia, Sports in New York City, Sports, Sweet Lou, Washington Generals, Kris Bruton

Smoove, who cites LeBron James as his biggest sports influence, said playing for the Globetrotters has been his "dream since I started playing basketball."

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  • Smoove, who cites LeBron James as his biggest sports influence, said playing for the Globetrotters has been his "dream since I started playing basketball."
  • "Smoove is a really exciting player who has thrilled crowds with his ability and showmanship," said Globetrotters head coach and director of player personnel Sweet Lou Dunbar.
  • The Harlem Globetrotters are legendary worldwide, synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and great basketball skills for the past 93 years.
  • Harlem Globetrotters International, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Herschend Enterprises, the largest family-owned themed entertainment company in the U.S. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters, visit the Globetrotters' official Web site: www.harlemglobetrotters.com and follow them on Twitter @Globies
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Breakthrough Tech Explores the Truth About Bigfoot

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Saturday, January 25, 2020
Canadian culture, Monster trucks, American culture, Bigfoot, Sports entertainment, Culture

Still, Digital Aerolus industrial drones are used in a new TV series that features technology innovation to explore the legend of Bigfoot.

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  • Still, Digital Aerolus industrial drones are used in a new TV series that features technology innovation to explore the legend of Bigfoot.
  • Mythological lore meets the latest technology in the Travel Channel series "Expedition Bigfoot."
  • Executive Producer Pete Ritchie says it was the radical tech innovation that drew him to the company:
    "To tell our story, our team had to face dangerous, treacherous locations regularly.
  • Travel Channel's new eight-part investigative-adventure series Expedition Bigfoot , premiered Sunday, December 8 at 10 p.m. ET/PT, and tracks the expert search team as they use high-tech tools to explore the truth behind the Bigfoot legend.

Topgolf Entertainment Group Announces Launch Of Innovative 'Lounge by Topgolf' Concept

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Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Sports entertainment, Topgolf, Lounge music, Lounge

KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --This week, Topgolf Entertainment Group , a global sports and entertainment leader, introduces the world's first Lounge by Topgolf .

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  • KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --This week, Topgolf Entertainment Group , a global sports and entertainment leader, introduces the world's first Lounge by Topgolf .
  • The venue includes four entertainment bays and a VIP bay all powered by Topgolf Swing Suite technology as well as a private event space and innovative digital sky.
  • "Lounge by Topgolf demonstrates Topgolf's constant pursuit of the unexpected with an all-indoor, virtual experience different from anything else we've created," said Topgolf Entertainment Group Executive Chairman Erik Anderson .
  • Lounge by Topgolf, an elevated, indoor expression from Topgolf Entertainment Group, connects communities of fans in meaningful ways through an innovative bar and restaurant concept focusing on premium hospitality, craft cocktails and locally curated dishes.

UCF and University of Alabama Take Top Cheer Honors; University of Tennessee, The Ohio State University and San Diego State University Earn Top Dance Honors at the 2020 UCA & UDA College Cheerleading & Dance Team National Championship

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Monday, January 20, 2020
Entertainment, Cheerleading, Concert dance, Sports entertainment, Dance squad, Culture, Sports, U.S. All Star Federation, Varsity Spirit

The event hosted 5,500 of the country's top college cheerleaders, dancers and mascots from 245 teams with representation from 44 states and six countries.

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  • The event hosted 5,500 of the country's top college cheerleaders, dancers and mascots from 245 teams with representation from 44 states and six countries.
  • This past weekend, college cheerleading and dance teams had their moment in the spotlight at the competition.
  • The event hosted 133 teams in the cheerleading divisions and 112 teams in the dance team divisions.
  • "Each year, teams from across the country come together at the UCA & UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship to showcase their skills and represent their universities.