Athletics

Winona Champions Comprehensive Care and Empowers Girls and Women in Temecula

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Winona , a leading advocate for comprehensive wellness, is proud to announce its ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering girls and women in the Temecula community.

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  • Winona , a leading advocate for comprehensive wellness, is proud to announce its ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering girls and women in the Temecula community.
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    As part of Winona's dedication to empowering young women, they have proudly sponsored various athletics programs at Temecula Valley High School, including Girls Water Polo, Girls Lacrosse, and the banner program.
  • By providing financial support and resources, Winona aims to encourage participation in sports and promote physical health among high school girls.
  • Dedicated to empowering girls and women through education, community engagement, and support, Winona promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

XX-XY Athletics: Introducing the Only Athletic Brand to Stand up for Women’s Sports

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Monday, March 25, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325791058/en/
    The brand is focused on delivering best in class premium casual athletic clothing and the first release is centered around casual cotton basics including t-shirts, joggers and fleece.
  • “Throughout my life I’ve risked my reputation and standing in my community to stand up for children, women and free speech.
  • It’s the brand messaging focused on being brave, telling the truth, and protecting women’s sports that sets XX-XY Athletics apart from other athletic brands.
  • If we give them a way to say I stand with women and girls, I believe they’ll take it and join us because they’ll know they won’t stand alone,” said Sey.

Stephen F. Austin State University hires Cardinal Grange search firm to take athletics program to next level

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

NEW YORK, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, professional search firm Cardinal Grange announced that Stephen F. Austin State University has hired the firm to guide the hiring process for a new athletic director. SFA has also formed an in-house committee to work alongside Cardinal Grange during the recruitment process.

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  • NEW YORK, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, professional search firm Cardinal Grange announced that Stephen F. Austin State University has hired the firm to guide the hiring process for a new athletic director.
  • SFA has also formed an in-house committee to work alongside Cardinal Grange during the recruitment process.
  • "I'm extremely proud of the team we've built at Cardinal Grange and the opportunity to serve Stephen F. Austin State University at this important time for their athletic program," Nichols said.
  • "SFA is excited to engage Cardinal Grange in the search for its next Athletics Director," Vice President and General Counsel for Stephen F. Austin State University, Damon Derrick, said in a statement.

Breezeline Scholarship Donation and STEM Fair Inspire Young Scientists in New Hampshire

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Monday, February 26, 2024

DURHAM, N.H., Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breezeline has teamed up with the University of New Hampshire athletics department and FIRST Robotics of New Hampshire to inspire young Wildcats fans to pursue science and technology studies and careers.

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  • DURHAM, N.H., Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breezeline has teamed up with the University of New Hampshire athletics department and FIRST Robotics of New Hampshire to inspire young Wildcats fans to pursue science and technology studies and careers.
  • On Saturday, February 24, Breezeline presented a science fair at the Whittemore Center Arena, ahead of the New Hampshire Wildcats men’s ice hockey game.
  • “This scholarship will help our New Hampshire students succeed by providing them with the monetary support they need,” said Ken St. Hilaire of FIRST New Hampshire Robotics.
  • In September, Breezeline donated $5,000 to STEAM initiatives at the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire.

Brasada Ranch Breaks Ground on New Neighborhood: The Treehouses, a Mountain Dwelling Concept

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

"People come to Brasada Ranch to slow down to the speed of life and live more intentionally," says Alan Cornelius, Principal Broker of Brasada Ranch Real Estate.

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  • "People come to Brasada Ranch to slow down to the speed of life and live more intentionally," says Alan Cornelius, Principal Broker of Brasada Ranch Real Estate.
  • With their innovative mountain modern design, these homes are a testament to our commitment to quality and sustainability.
  • “The Brasada Ranch experience enables homeowners and guests to slow down and reflect on what really matters in life,” he says.
  • The new neighborhood surrounding The Treehouses at Brasada Ranch will be a tight-knit community where no short-term rentals will be permitted.

ADVANCE Launches NIL Academy

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

ADVANCE NIL (ADVANCE) announces today the launch of NIL Academy , an online education portal for athletes, parents, guardians and administrators.

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  • ADVANCE NIL (ADVANCE) announces today the launch of NIL Academy , an online education portal for athletes, parents, guardians and administrators.
  • NIL Academy offers access to course titles including Decision-Making, Advisor Due Diligence, Money & Taxes, Contracts and Collectives.
  • Athletics administrators, agencies and industry stakeholders can partner with ADVANCE to offer NIL Academy courses to their athletes and advisors.
  • “NIL Academy delivers our unbiased educational programming – from NIL basics to contracts, finance and due diligence – in a format that is easy to access and navigate,” said Courtney Altemus, Founder and Managing Partner of ADVANCE.

Henry Schein Medical Champions Women Athletic Trainers During National Girls and Women in Sports Day 2024

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Henry Schein Medical, the U.S. medical business of Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), in collaboration with the National Basketball Athletic Trainers Association , is marking National Girls and Women in Sports Day today with this video recognizing the indispensable roles played by women athletic trainers in the world of sports.

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  • Henry Schein Medical, the U.S. medical business of Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), in collaboration with the National Basketball Athletic Trainers Association , is marking National Girls and Women in Sports Day today with this video recognizing the indispensable roles played by women athletic trainers in the world of sports.
  • Through a series of interviews, five women athletic trainers from the National Basketball Association (NBA) share how athletic trainers help ensure players reach peak performance on and off the court.
  • But there are significantly more male head athletic trainers in professional sports than women head athletic trainers.
  • The Company’s commitment to recognizing the excellence of these professionals aligns with our dedication to the future of athletic training.”
    During National Girls and Women in Sports Day 2022, Henry Schein Medical highlighted women athletic trainers representing several professional football teams.

Aztec Link Becomes An Official NIL Collective Partner of San Diego State Athletics

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Aztec Link – a collective dedicated to helping San Diego State University (SDSU) student-athletes pursue Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) opportunities – announced a multi-year agreement with SDSU as an official NIL collective partner, through San Diego State Sports Properties.

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  • As an official NIL collective partner, Aztec Link can further elevate opportunities for SDSU student-athletes and help fans connect with their favorite teams and players in meaningful ways
    SAN DIEGO, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Aztec Link – a collective dedicated to helping San Diego State University (SDSU) student-athletes pursue Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) opportunities – announced a multi-year agreement with SDSU as an official NIL collective partner, through San Diego State Sports Properties.
  • As one of SDSU's official NIL collective partners, Aztec Link will elevate and create more NIL usage and compensation opportunities for SDSU student-athletes.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with SDSU in an official capacity," said Gregory "J.R." Tolver, Aztec Link Head Volunteer and SDSU Athletics Hall of Famer ('12).
  • "We are looking forward to Aztec Link becoming an official MMR partner," said SDSU Director of Athletics John David Wicker.

Vince Tyra To Assume Role of President and CEO of Gildan Activewear on January 15, 2024

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Friday, January 12, 2024

MONTREAL, Jan. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) (“Gildan” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce that Vince Tyra will assume the role of President and Chief Executive Officer on Monday, January 15, 2024.

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  • MONTREAL, Jan. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) (“Gildan” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce that Vince Tyra will assume the role of President and Chief Executive Officer on Monday, January 15, 2024.
  • He invested in and grew his own activewear business in his twenties utilizing Gildan as a key supplier.
  • In his six years as CEO of Broder, Vince tripled revenue and made it an industry leader.
  • Bain Capital later introduced Vince to Southfield Capital, where he went on to a successful career in private equity.

Gaming and Leisure Properties Applauds Major League Baseball’s Landmark Decision to Bring the MLB Athletics to Las Vegas

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

WYOMISSING, Pa., Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (“GLPI”) (NASDAQ: GLPI) today issued the following statement following the announcement by Major League Baseball (“MLB”) that the league’s owners have approved the move of MLB’s Athletics (“A’s”) franchise to Las Vegas:

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  • WYOMISSING, Pa., Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (“GLPI”) (NASDAQ: GLPI) today issued the following statement following the announcement by Major League Baseball (“MLB”) that the league’s owners have approved the move of MLB’s Athletics (“A’s”) franchise to Las Vegas:
    “Today’s approval from Major League Baseball represents an important milestone in the collective effort to bring the Athletics’ franchise to Las Vegas.
  • We are excited about the opportunity to work with our partners to develop and construct an entertainment and casino resort integrated with the new A’s stadium on Gaming and Leisure Properties’ property to reinvent the site on the south end of the iconic Las Vegas Strip.
  • The letter of intent provides for the Athletics to be granted fee ownership by GLPI of approximately 9 acres of GLPI’s 35-acre site for construction of the stadium.
  • The letter of intent stipulates that the Athletics will assume all costs associated with the design, development, and construction of the stadium and Bally’s Corporation shall assume all costs for the entertainment and casino resort and hotel.