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Hilliard Shadowen LLP Files Historic Lawsuit Against NHL and CHL Alleging Exploitation of Junior Players in US & Canada

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilliard Shadowen LLP, along with five other leading antitrust and labor law firms, filed a landmark antitrust case in New York federal court today, aimed at exposing what plaintiffs allege to be egregiously anticompetitive collusion that targets teenage hockey players across North America.

Key Points: 
  • The class action lawsuit challenges the alleged systematic exploitation of teens pursuing their dreams of playing in the NHL.
  • The class action lawsuit, which names as defendants the National Hockey League, the Canadian Hockey League, the Ontario Hockey League, the Western Hockey League, the Québec Maritimes Junior Hockey League, and each of those leagues' member clubs, challenges the alleged systematic exploitation of teens pursuing their dreams of playing in the NHL.
  • The case was filed by the World Association of Icehockey Players Unions North America Division, as well as two former major junior hockey players, who will seek to represent a class of similarly situated players.
  • Case Details: World Association of Icehockey Players Unions North America Division, et al.

Phantom Screens & Mike Weaver Partner To Create The Perfect Patio

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

ABBOTSFORD, BC, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Phantom Screens has collaborated with Mike Weaver and Carrie Rowan to enable these Ontario homeowners to tap into their backyards' full potential.

Key Points: 
  • ABBOTSFORD, BC, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Phantom Screens has collaborated with Mike Weaver and Carrie Rowan to enable these Ontario homeowners to tap into their backyards' full potential.
  • Their enclosed, covered patio has two Phantom motorized retractable screens and two Phantom oversized retractable door screens with captured edge, so the pets stay in while the pests and critters stay out.
  • With the addition of Phantom Screens, Mike and Carrie can now lower their screens and open their doors to fresh air and natural light, all while keeping their pets safe with Phantom Screens.
  • "But then I ended up remembering when I went to school in Michigan State, my buddy across the street had Phantom Screens… So after remembering that, I suggested I think we should talk to Phantom Screens" Mike explained how he learned of Phantom Screens.

Drive Social Media Recaps Recent Workshop Week in St. Louis

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drive Social Media prides itself on providing top-tier digital marketing for its clients, educating and connecting to ensure the best services possible.

Key Points: 
  • Drive Social Media hosted its annual St. Louis Workshop Week from January 9 - 14, 2024.
  • Drive Social Media's Workshop Week in St. Louis, MO, accomplishes all of that and more.
  • On January 9, Drive Social Media team members from all over the country gathered in St. Louis for the brand's annual Workshop Week.
  • Drive Social Media is all about learning and growing so the team can be the best at what they do, and the annual Workshop Week helps them accomplish that.

'47 Becomes Official Licensee of NASCAR Team Properties for Premium Headwear and Apparel

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Friday, February 9, 2024

BOSTON, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- '47, a privately held premium sports lifestyle brand, is excited to announce a new licensing affiliation with NASCAR, the No. 1 form of motorsports in the U.S. The two iconic entities have teamed up for an ongoing partnership to deliver best-in-class products bearing some of the most famous intellectual property in motorsports. NASCAR joins the likes of MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL and major colleges and universities, to comprise one of the most dynamic rosters of licensed sports apparel and headwear.

Key Points: 
  • NASCAR joins the likes of MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL and major colleges and universities, to comprise one of the most dynamic rosters of licensed sports apparel and headwear.
  • "Our partnership will bring premium quality and designs to the passionate NASCAR community," states Dominic Farrell, President of '47.
  • "We believe '47's heritage of creating best-in-class headwear and apparel is a perfect match for the high expectations of the NASCAR fan."
  • '47's premium NASCAR apparel and headwear is available for purchase now on 47Brand.com .

Ackerley Sports Group Announces Investment in Springboks

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

"We are excited to partner with a legendary global sports franchise like the Springboks.

Key Points: 
  • "We are excited to partner with a legendary global sports franchise like the Springboks.
  • This investment in the Springboks represents a unique opportunity for us to match the on-field success of the team with the resources needed to establish and sustain the franchise as a global powerhouse.
  • Ackerley Sports Group is an expansion of the investment practice established in 2002 by Ted and Christopher Ackerley at Ackerley Partners and includes four other members of the team, including their London-based partner, Timothy Kirkwood, who is overseeing the Springbok's relationship.
  • The South African national rugby union team known as the Springboks is the country's national team governed by the South African Rugby Union.

Lay's and Mark Messier are back with the new 'Betcha Can't Pick Just One' Campaign

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

The Lay's brand has rekindled their iconic partnership with NHL legend Mark Messier.

Key Points: 
  • The Lay's brand has rekindled their iconic partnership with NHL legend Mark Messier.
  • TORONTO, Feb. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Canada's favourite potato chip brand - Lay's, announced the rekindling of an iconic partnership with NHL legend Mark Messier.
  • With the idea of "winning" one million dollars on the line, will they be able to only pick one flavour?
  • "Betcha can't name a more recognizable duo than Lay's potato chips and Mark Messier," said Jess Spaulding, Chief Marketing Officer of PepsiCo Foods Canada.

BC FLIGHT NAMES RED WINGS CAPTAIN, DYLAN LARKIN, AS OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR FEATURED IN 10-HOUR JET CARD ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

WATERFORD, Mich., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BC Flight, a premier private jet service based in southeastern Michigan, announces Dylan Larkin, Captain of the Detroit Red Wings as its 2024 Brand Ambassador.

Key Points: 
  • WATERFORD, Mich., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BC Flight, a premier private jet service based in southeastern Michigan, announces Dylan Larkin, Captain of the Detroit Red Wings as its 2024 Brand Ambassador.
  • The partnership began with Larkin starring in a commercial for the company's first advertising campaign, which debuted in November 2023.
  • It centers on Larkin's life as an NHL team captain, his experience as a BC Flight Jet Card customer, and the overall mission of the company, which is "the enlightened way to fly private".
  • "I'm excited to partner with BC Flight as both an ambassador and a client," says Dylan Larkin.

Sports Nutrition Market Size Expected to Reach $81 Billion by 2030 as Workout Nutritional Supplements Demand Rises

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

It said: “The sports nutrition market segmentation has been bifurcated by end-user into commercial, bodybuilders, recreational users and athletes.

Key Points: 
  • It said: “The sports nutrition market segmentation has been bifurcated by end-user into commercial, bodybuilders, recreational users and athletes.
  • The athlete's category held the majority of the market share with respect to the sports nutrition market revenue.
  • Additionally, the U.S. sports nutrition market held the largest market share, and the Canadian sports nutrition market was the fastest-growing market in the region.
  • Major market players are spending a lot of money on R&D to increase their product lines, which will help the sports nutrition market grow even more.

SBT Selects Brightcove to Power Its New Streaming Service

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Brightcove (NASDAQ: BCOV), the world’s most trusted streaming technology company, today announced Sistema Brasileiro de Televisão (SBT), one of Brazil's most prominent TV networks, has chosen Brightcove as its official streaming technology partner to power its new AVOD app, +SBT.

Key Points: 
  • Brightcove (NASDAQ: BCOV), the world’s most trusted streaming technology company, today announced Sistema Brasileiro de Televisão (SBT), one of Brazil's most prominent TV networks, has chosen Brightcove as its official streaming technology partner to power its new AVOD app, +SBT.
  • Selected for its Emmy Award-winning technology, Brightcove’s reliability, scalability, and security will help SBT stream content from its more than 100 broadcast stations directly to audiences throughout Brazil.
  • “Today’s consumers demand instant access to news and content, making streaming an integral part of any media organization’s strategy.
  • With their robust streaming solutions, we can trust that our audiences will be able to consume high-quality and secure video streams.

Sports Team & Clubs Market Currently Valued at Approximately $127 Billion as Further Growth Expected

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Experts say that the global Sports Team and Clubs Market will continue to grow substantially through 2029. A recent report from Mordor Intelligence said that The Sports Team and Clubs Market is valued at about USD 127.75 Billion in the current year and is expected to register a CAGR of 6.85% during the forecast period. (2024-2029).  The report said: "In 2022, North America accounted for the largest share of the sports market. The fastest-growing region is expected to be Africa. The market is poised to benefit from robust economic growth projected for a number of developed and developing economies. The major players are Marhuan, Life Time Fitness, Inc., Liberty Media Corporation, Futbol Club Barcelona, and Dallas Cowboys.  In the current year, the total revenue of the top 20 revenue-generating clubs was a 13% increase reported by Money League clubs in the previous year and only marginally lower than reported before the COVID-19 pandemic. The rise in revenue was largely due to the return of fans, with matchday revenues rising from last year to the current year after two seasons affected by the pandemic."  Active companies in the markets this week include: Brera Holdings PLC (NASDAQ: BREA), Manchester United (NYSE: MANU), Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS), Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR), DraftKings Inc. (NASDAQ: DKNG).

Key Points: 
  • PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Experts say that the global Sports Team and Clubs Market will continue to grow substantially through 2029.
  • A recent report from Mordor Intelligence said that The Sports Team and Clubs Market is valued at about USD 127.75 Billion in the current year and is expected to register a CAGR of 6.85% during the forecast period.
  • The market is poised to benefit from robust economic growth projected for a number of developed and developing economies.
  • Teams and clubs use social media and mobile apps to expand their reach and connect with fans in a more personal way.