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Revelyst to Host Investor Day

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Revelyst, a collective of world-class maker brands that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies and a segment of Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), today announced it will host an Investor Day.

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Revelyst, a collective of world-class maker brands that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies and a segment of Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), today announced it will host an Investor Day.
Revelyst is in the process of separating into a standalone public company , with an expected execution in the second quarter of calendar year 2024.
The presentations will provide an in-depth review of Revelyst’s strategy, key initiatives, business platforms and financial performance.
A live webcast and related materials will be available on the Vista Outdoor website ( https://vistaoutdoor.com ) at the time of the event.

Brand Velocity Group Hires Daniel Hodges as Principal

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Monday, March 11, 2024

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Brand Velocity Group (“BVG”), an innovative and diversified investment platform focused on acquiring and transforming businesses, today announced that Daniel Hodges has joined the firm as a Principal.

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Brand Velocity Group (“BVG”), an innovative and diversified investment platform focused on acquiring and transforming businesses, today announced that Daniel Hodges has joined the firm as a Principal.
Based in New York, Hodges will focus on sourcing and executing new investment opportunities, as well as working closely to enhance the value of BVG’s existing portfolio companies.
Hodges joins BVG from Alliance Consumer Growth (“ACG”) where he was a Principal responsible for deal sourcing and execution, and portfolio company oversight.
I look forward to collaborating with exceptional business owners who are looking for solutions beyond the typical private equity ‘playbook’,” said Hodges.

Hibbett Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2024 Earnings Release and Webcast Details

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Monday, March 11, 2024

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Hibbett, Inc. (Nasdaq/GS: HIBB), an athletic-inspired fashion retailer, today announced details for the release of its results for the fourth quarter and year ended February 3, 2024.

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Hibbett, Inc. (Nasdaq/GS: HIBB), an athletic-inspired fashion retailer, today announced details for the release of its results for the fourth quarter and year ended February 3, 2024.
Hibbett plans to issue its fourth quarter and year ended 2024 earnings release before the market opens on Friday, March 15, 2024, and will host a live, interactive webcast later that same day at 9:00 a.m.
The webcast of Hibbett's quarterly earnings review will be available online at https://investors.hibbett.com/ under the News & Events section.
The replay will follow shortly after the end of the webcast and will be available online for 30 days.

Underdog Sportsbook is Live in North Carolina

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Monday, March 11, 2024

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Underdog Sportsbook, the first sports betting product from Underdog, is now available in North Carolina.

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Underdog Sportsbook, the first sports betting product from Underdog, is now available in North Carolina.
Powered by Underdog’s own technology, the easy-to-use Underdog Sportsbook is available for North Carolinians to download from the Apple App store today with Android coming soon.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240311620471/en/
Underdog Sportsbook is live in North Carolina (Photo: Business Wire)
“Underdog Sportsbook is built for today’s American sports fan,” said Jeremy Levine, Underdog founder and co-CEO.
“We’ve spent the last three years building our own technology platform, so that we can offer a new and modern sports betting experience.” Underdog Sportsbook is player forward.

Smoothie King and Dude Perfect Blend Fun and Nutrition With New Limited-Edition Dude Perfect Smoothie

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Smoothie King, the world leader in smoothie innovation, today announced a new partnership with entertainment giant Dude Perfect to launch a new, limited-edition Dude Perfect Smoothie now available nationwide.

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Smoothie King, the world leader in smoothie innovation, today announced a new partnership with entertainment giant Dude Perfect to launch a new, limited-edition Dude Perfect Smoothie now available nationwide.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240311355864/en/
Smoothie King and Dude Perfect Blend Fun and Nutrition With New Limited-Edition Dude Perfect Smoothie (Photo: Business Wire)
"Finding the common ground between parents and kids can be a challenge and Dude Perfect's universal appeal is something everyone can enjoy," said Marianne Radley, Chief Marketing Officer of Smoothie King.
The Dude Perfect Smoothie features a power-packed blend of pineapples, bananas, kiwi apple juice blend, protein blend, vanilla frozen yogurt, turbinado, and, for the first time ever in a Smoothie King offering: blue spirulina.
New campaign video features the Dudes going behind-the-scenes at Smoothie King as they blend up their perfect smoothie.

Chelsea F.C. and Wrexham AFC to Face Off in U.S. Rematch at Levi’s® Stadium in Santa Clara, CA

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Friday, March 8, 2024

and Wrexham AFC, will return to the United States this summer for a July 24 match at Levi’s® Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.

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and Wrexham AFC, will return to the United States this summer for a July 24 match at Levi’s® Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.
The two teams played against each other last summer in front of a sold-out crowd at Kenan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
“It is great to be playing Wrexham once again, following the success of last year’s encounter in Chapel Hill.
back to the US, as well as the captivating story that is Wrexham AFC back to California.

Trendex Launches Stateside, Bringing International Gaming Platform to US Market

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Trendex, the YCombinator-backed international sports Play-To-Earn (P2E) platform, announced today its expansion into the US market, marking a significant milestone for the company's global expansion efforts.

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Trendex, the YCombinator-backed international sports Play-To-Earn (P2E) platform, announced today its expansion into the US market, marking a significant milestone for the company's global expansion efforts.
Renowned for its innovation and dedicated following, Trendex connects top athletes, artists, and creators with fans through a gamified experience.
“Our vision extends across North America, aiming to transform how fans and talent engage and exchange value on the internet,” says Andrea Bonapersona, CEO of Trendex.
To sweeten the deal, TrendEx has officially added NBA Star and Defensive Player of the Year, Marcus Smart of the Memphis Grizzlies to the platform offerings.

EDO Finds Women’s Sports Are Increasingly Effective for TV Advertisers

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

EDO , the TV outcomes company, today released its inaugural Women’s Sports TV Outcomes Report .

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EDO , the TV outcomes company, today released its inaugural Women’s Sports TV Outcomes Report .
“Naturally, the growing interest in women’s sports presents a major opportunity for TV advertisers,” said Laura Grover, SVP, Head of Client Solutions, EDO.
The report also highlights the diversity of advertisers that have capitalized on an increasingly engaged women's sports audience.
The top advertisers in 2023 include:
New Balance ads were 203% more effective than the average women's sports advertiser in 2023.

Evolv Express® Named “Best in Sports Technology” 2024 by Sports Business Journal

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Later, at the end of an awards ceremony attended by hundreds of executives, technologists, journalists, and other sports industry leaders, Express was further honored as the “Best in Sports Technology” for 2024.

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Later, at the end of an awards ceremony attended by hundreds of executives, technologists, journalists, and other sports industry leaders, Express was further honored as the “Best in Sports Technology” for 2024.
The second honor put Express first among a total of 34 nominees in six categories, which in turn, were drawn from 271 submissions.
To date, Evolv Express is deployed at almost 50 major pro and collegiate sports venues in the United States and England.
Sports Business Journal (SBJ) is the sports industry’s business media source of record.

AIR-A Appoints Emmy Award-winning Producer, Bolsters Legal Team, and Announces New Partnership

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

In this role, Lewis is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production process for AIR-A Network, including content creation, live events, and remote programming.

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In this role, Lewis is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production process for AIR-A Network, including content creation, live events, and remote programming.
As the coordinating producer for the network’s signature news and information show, Lewis won back-to-back Sports Emmys for Outstanding Studio Show.
AIR-A announced on Thursday that its outside legal team will include trademark lawyers Phillip Barengolts and Brett Manchel from Pattishall, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP.
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