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EQS-News: X1 Esports and Entertainment Ltd.: X1 Esports Closes Acquisition of Assets of Rocket League Community, Octane.GG

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Issuer: X1 Esports and Entertainment Ltd.

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  • Issuer: X1 Esports and Entertainment Ltd.
    X1 Esports and Entertainment Ltd.: X1 Esports Closes Acquisition of Assets of Rocket League Community, Octane.GG
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  • X1 Esports Closes Acquisition of Assets of Rocket League Community, Octane.GG
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  • Acquisition of Octane is intended to expand X1s global Rocket League video games portfolio and reach to Gen Z audiences.
  • Octane is the leading Rocket League Esports statistics platform providing in-depth match statistics across the top events in the space.

Chet Holmgren Named 2020-21 Gatorade® National Boys Basketball Player of the Year

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

MINNEAPOLIS, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In its 36th year of honoring the nation's most elite high school athletes, Gatorade today announced Chet Holmgren of Minnehaha Academy in Minneapolis, Minn. is the 2020-21 Gatorade National Boys Basketball Player of the Year.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In its 36th year of honoring the nation's most elite high school athletes, Gatorade today announced Chet Holmgren of Minnehaha Academy in Minneapolis, Minn. is the 2020-21 Gatorade National Boys Basketball Player of the Year.
  • Jalen Suggs virtually surprised Holmgren with the news, while his family, coaches and teammates showed up with the trophy at school.
  • The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the court, distinguishes Holmgren as the nation's best high school boys basketball player.
  • A national advisory panel comprised of sport-specific experts and sports journalists helped select Holmgren from nearly half a million high school basketball players nationwide.

Upper Deck Announces New Autographed Collectibles of Expected First-Round Draft Pick Jalen Green

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

CARLSBAD, Calif., June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Upper Deck, the premier global sports and entertainment collectibles company, has announced the upcoming release of brand new autographed memorabilia of expected top Draft pick Jalen Green that will add to the company's extensive portfolio of exclusive basketball memorabilia.

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  • CARLSBAD, Calif., June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Upper Deck, the premier global sports and entertainment collectibles company, has announced the upcoming release of brand new autographed memorabilia of expected top Draft pick Jalen Green that will add to the company's extensive portfolio of exclusive basketball memorabilia.
  • After a successful amateur career, Green is widely expected to be a top-five pick in this summer's Draft.
  • Upper Deck is offering an autographed and inscribed Jalen Green basketball jersey that is limited to just 19 pieces to acknowledge his significant accomplishments.
  • To commemorate Green's upcoming Draft selection, Upper Deck is releasing a print aptly titled '2021 Draft Class.'

Michigan Basketball Legend Jalen Rose Signs with BetMGM As Celebrated Brand Ambassador

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Monday, March 15, 2021

JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM announced today the signing of Jalen Rose as a celebrity brand ambassador.The Michigan basketball legend and award-winning analyst will be featured in BetMGM's upcoming marketing campaigns and participate in a variety of BetMGM fan events.

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  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM announced today the signing of Jalen Rose as a celebrity brand ambassador.The Michigan basketball legend and award-winning analyst will be featured in BetMGM's upcoming marketing campaigns and participate in a variety of BetMGM fan events.
  • "The excitement around sports and the growth of sports betting, and BetMGM in particular, this year has been special to witness," said Rose.
  • Rose will engage with BetMGM customers and MGM Resorts' M life Rewards loyalty members, both virtually and in-person.
  • Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer, BetMGM, said, "Jalen Rose is an All-Star addition to the BetMGM team.

Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Receives $1 Million Donation From Tom Gores

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Wednesday, March 10, 2021

DETROIT, March 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA) announced today a $1 million donation from Tom Gores to support JRLA's continued growth and development.

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  • DETROIT, March 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA) announced today a $1 million donation from Tom Gores to support JRLA's continued growth and development.
  • The school receives zero state funding for its facility and is eager to provide its scholars and staff with the facility they deserve.
  • "Tom and Holly Gores have been with us since the early days and their support has made our success possible," said Mr. Rose.
  • "Jalen and the team at JRLA have created an environment that is changing lives for students and their families in Detroit," said Mr. Gores.

The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Celebrity Golf Classic Presented by Tom Gores & Platinum Equity Celebrates 10th Anniversary

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Thursday, August 27, 2020

DETROIT, Aug. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The 10th Anniversary of the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA) Celebrity Golf Classic was held on August 24 in Detroit.

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  • DETROIT, Aug. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The 10th Anniversary of the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA) Celebrity Golf Classic was held on August 24 in Detroit.
  • On the morning of Monday, August 24, the historic Detroit Golf Club hosted the 10th Anniversary of the JRLA Celebrity Golf Classic presented by Tom Gores and Platinum Equity.
  • Guests received a gift bag which included a commemorative 10th Anniversary Puma Bag and Golf Shirt along with other premium items.
  • Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA) is an open enrollment, public charter high school on the northwest side of Detroit.

Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Celebrity Golf Classic To Be Held August 26 & 27, 2018

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Friday, August 3, 2018

DETROIT, Aug. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 8th Annual Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Celebrity Golf Classic will be held August 26th and 27th in Detroit.

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  • DETROIT, Aug. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 8th Annual Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Celebrity Golf Classic will be held August 26th and 27th in Detroit.
  • The event will tip-off on Sunday, August 26th with a Red Carpet and Gala Presented by MGM Grand Detroit, an MGM Resorts International property.
  • Hosted by Jalen Rose and Seema Sadekar, the evening will be filled with specialty food, signature cocktails and live entertainment.
  • On the morning of Monday, August 27th, the historic Detroit Golf Club will host the 8th Annual Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Celebrity Golf Classic presented by Tom Gores and Platinum Equity.