Team sports

Columbus Crew Partners with Wicket for Facial Authentication at Lower.com Field

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

The Columbus Crew have selected Wicket to provide Facial Ticketing for an enhanced fan experience.

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  • The Columbus Crew have selected Wicket to provide Facial Ticketing for an enhanced fan experience.
  • "We are honored that Columbus Crew chose to partner with Wicket for facial ticketing and Wickets computer vision product suite.
  • Crew fans who have opted into the program breeze through Wicket's Facial Ticketing at Lower.com Field.
  • Columbus Crew will utilize Wicket's entire platform of products for facial ticketing, facial access control, and crowd density monitoring.

Play it Again Sports Teams Up with National Women's Hockey Star, Inspiring Girls Through Youth Hockey Mentorship Program

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Thursday, July 1, 2021

The free six-month mentorship program will welcome 25 female hockey participants, ages 13-16, from across North America supporting and empowering them as they navigate and become trailblazers in the world of ice hockey.

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  • The free six-month mentorship program will welcome 25 female hockey participants, ages 13-16, from across North America supporting and empowering them as they navigate and become trailblazers in the world of ice hockey.
  • The program will meet virtually once per month for 90 minutes and will run from October 2021 to March 2022.
  • Bolden's hockey journey began at age six when she got her first set of hockey gear at her local Play It Again Sports .
  • This program will support girls and young women by empowering them as they navigate the world of ice hockey, together.

Hall of Fame Resort and Entertainment Company Announces Hall of Fame Running Back Terrell Davis Will Serve as First Commissioner of the Hall Of Fantasy League

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (HOFV or the Company) (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the only resort, entertainment and media company centered around the power of professional football, today announced it has appointed Hall of Fame running back and Denver Broncos legend Terrell Davis as its first Commissioner of the Hall Of Fantasy League (HOFL).

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  • Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (HOFV or the Company) (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the only resort, entertainment and media company centered around the power of professional football, today announced it has appointed Hall of Fame running back and Denver Broncos legend Terrell Davis as its first Commissioner of the Hall Of Fantasy League (HOFL).
  • The Hall Of Fantasy League, which comprises 10 franchises, is the first national league that allows sports fans to experience a fantasy football team with a community of shared stakeholders.
  • Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW) is a resort and entertainment company leveraging the power and popularity of professional football and its legendary players in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
  • Hall of Fantasy League (HOFL) is the first National Fantasy League that allows you to experience a fantasy team with a community of shared Stakeholders.

BIG3 Announces NFT Debut In Advance Of 2021 Season Tip Off

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Within 60 days of purchase, owners will also receive two courtside seats to any one game during the regular BIG3 season with three weeks' notice provided on chosen game.

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  • Within 60 days of purchase, owners will also receive two courtside seats to any one game during the regular BIG3 season with three weeks' notice provided on chosen game.
  • Within 60 days of purchase, owners will also receive two courtside seats to any one game during the regular BIG3 season with three weeks' notice provided on chosen game.
  • This collection showcases pivotal league moments for players, coaches, and teams since the BIG3 first began," said Jeff Kwatinetz, co-founder of BIG3.
  • The premier global BIG3 league features many of the greatest, most popular and skilled professional athletes of all time.

Memphis Grizzlies And WynnBET Announce Details Of Multi-Year Marketing Partnership

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Monday, May 10, 2021

b'MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Memphis Grizzlies and WynnBET today announced the details of their multi-year marketing partnership, the team\'s second since legalized sports betting launched in Tennessee last year.

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  • b'MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Memphis Grizzlies and WynnBET today announced the details of their multi-year marketing partnership, the team\'s second since legalized sports betting launched in Tennessee last year.
  • The Grizzlies WynnBET partnership will heavily leverage the Grizzlies\' digital footprint, including social media, web and mobile applications.
  • "\nIn coordination with the partnership announcement, the Memphis Grizzlies and WynnBET are offering Grizzlies fans several unique promotions and giveaways to celebrate WynnBET\'s launch in Tennessee.
  • WynnBET is anAuthorized Gaming Operator of NASCAR and proud partner of the Memphis Grizzlies and Detroit Pistons, with more partnerships to be announced.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Innovative Basketball for Young Players (TRO-364)

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

PITTSBURGH, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --"I was a professional basketball player and I wanted to create a way to bring the feel of playing pro basketball to young players," said an inventor, from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, "so I invented the SMALLBALL.

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  • PITTSBURGH, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --"I was a professional basketball player and I wanted to create a way to bring the feel of playing pro basketball to young players," said an inventor, from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, "so I invented the SMALLBALL.
  • My design could provide a competitive edge by improving a young player's skills on the court."
  • The invention provides an innovative training ball for youth basketball players.
  • As a result, it helps to simulate the feel and action of a pro-level basketball when shooting, passing and dribbling and it could enhance performance.

CCM Hockey Goes In Net

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

MONTREAL, March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -CCM Hockey, a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of hockey equipment and related apparel, is pleased to launch a unique, multi-platform marketing campaign to celebrate making the best Goalie gear.

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  • MONTREAL, March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -CCM Hockey, a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of hockey equipment and related apparel, is pleased to launch a unique, multi-platform marketing campaign to celebrate making the best Goalie gear.
  • For over a century, from street hockey to 6:00 a.m. arena scrums, "Who's going in net?"
  • Global Creative Director CCM Hockey: Sacha Ouimet
    CCM Hockey is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of hockey equipment and related apparel.
  • CCM Hockey is also the official outfitter of the American Hockey League, the Canadian Hockey League, and several NCAA and National teams.

Perfect Game Midwest Set To Expand New Office In St. Louis

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

SHAWNEE, Kan., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Perfect Game Midwest is pleased to announce that long-time fastpitch tournament organizer STL Play Sports has become its first satellite office.

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  • SHAWNEE, Kan., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Perfect Game Midwest is pleased to announce that long-time fastpitch tournament organizer STL Play Sports has become its first satellite office.
  • This expansion extends the reach of youth fastpitch under the Perfect Game brand bringing additional growth and participation opportunities to athletes in the Midwest.
  • "Merging with Perfect Game Midwest just made sense for myself and my team," said Robert Bone, Director of STL Play Sports.
  • In the 2020 Draft, for example, 93 percent of all players selected had played in Perfect Game events, and all but one player selected on the Draft's first day had previously attended Perfect Game events.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Accessory to Properly Hold a Baseball Bat (FED-2254)

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Wednesday, January 20, 2021

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "I coach baseball and thought there could be an accessory to help batters correctly hold the bat with the fingers," said an inventor, from Federal Way, Wash., "so I invented the PNEUMO BATTING GLOVE.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "I coach baseball and thought there could be an accessory to help batters correctly hold the bat with the fingers," said an inventor, from Federal Way, Wash., "so I invented the PNEUMO BATTING GLOVE.
  • The patent-pending invention encourages a baseball player to properly hold a bat.
  • In doing so, it prevents a batter from holding a bat in the palms.
  • The invention features an innovative design that is easy to wear and use so it is ideal for baseball players and softball players.

Kick-Off Super Bowl LV with Blitz Champz, Action-Packed Football Card Game for Kids and Families

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Monday, January 11, 2021

"Blitz Champz is the perfect card game accompaniment to game day, creating an atmosphere of football fun and fast-paced action in your own living room.

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  • "Blitz Champz is the perfect card game accompaniment to game day, creating an atmosphere of football fun and fast-paced action in your own living room.
  • Blitz Champz is great for kids, families, parents and grandparents too, and everyone has the chance to win."
  • "Blitz Champz is a must-have item for kids and families especially to play and enjoy at Super Bowl parties," said Ms. Smith.
  • Blitz Champz is a fun and competitive card game that teaches and tests football knowledge, strategy, and critical math skills.