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ASM Global Secures Major Naming Rights Deal for Sweden’s National Soccer Stadium to Be Known as Strawberry Arena

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Monday, January 15, 2024

ASM Global today announced a new naming rights partnership with Strawberry Hotel Group beginning in July which will rename the former Friends Arena in Stockholm – a mainstay of major live entertainment experiences – to Strawberry Arena.

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  • ASM Global today announced a new naming rights partnership with Strawberry Hotel Group beginning in July which will rename the former Friends Arena in Stockholm – a mainstay of major live entertainment experiences – to Strawberry Arena.
  • Venue operator ASM Global and new naming rights partner Strawberry – which has over 240 hotels in the region – plan to increase the already market-leading live entertainment experiences to guests, fans, members, customers and artists alike.
  • Petter Stordalen, owner, and founder of Strawberry, said, "The new name, Strawberry Arena, symbolizes experience and diversity, setting the arena as a place for energy, courage and enthusiasm.
  • "In July, the arena will change its name to Strawberry Arena, and this is a major milestone for our group and our history in Sweden.

Sinclair Announces Annual Diversity Scholarship Submission for 2024, Shaping the Future of Broadcasting

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Sinclair (NASDAQ: SBGI), today announced that the Sinclair Broadcast Group Diversity Scholarship program is now accepting applications for the 2024 school year.

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  • Sinclair (NASDAQ: SBGI), today announced that the Sinclair Broadcast Group Diversity Scholarship program is now accepting applications for the 2024 school year.
  • Applicants must be a current college sophomore or junior at an accredited four-year undergraduate college or university in the United States.
  • The annual Sinclair Broadcast Group Diversity Scholarship complements the company’s efforts to bring more diversity to the industry.
  • “Sinclair’s annual scholarship program underscores our commitment to fostering inclusivity and representing diversity within our communities.

Women’s Softball Greats Tara Henry and Jen McIntyre Lead Group of Investors Taking Over Softball America

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Tara Henry, the Head Coach of Great Britain Women’s National Softball team, along with former Division 1 Softball coach Jen McIntyre, will be leading a group of investors that will be taking over the publication Softball America.

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  • Tara Henry, the Head Coach of Great Britain Women’s National Softball team, along with former Division 1 Softball coach Jen McIntyre, will be leading a group of investors that will be taking over the publication Softball America.
  • Henry & McIntyre will take the reins at Softball America as co-owners while former DI Softball writer Brady Vernon will serve as a National Contributor at Softball America.
  • “I am thrilled to join the new Softball America team and excited for the journey ahead,” Said Tara Henry.
  • I am excited to be a part of a group willing to invest and grow all aspects of softball.

Vista Outdoor to Release Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Vista Outdoor Inc. (“Vista Outdoor”) (NYSE: VSTO) today announced plans to report its third quarter fiscal year 2024 financial results on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, after the market closes.

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  • Vista Outdoor Inc. (“Vista Outdoor”) (NYSE: VSTO) today announced plans to report its third quarter fiscal year 2024 financial results on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, after the market closes.
  • Vista Outdoor’s management will host a conference call on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, at 9 a.m. EST to review results.
  • In addition to the results, the company expects to discuss its outlook and financial guidance and may discuss matters of strategy during the call.
  • Access the call on Vista Outdoor’s website: https://investors.vistaoutdoor.com/Investors/events-and-presentations/de...
    Telephone replay: For those who cannot participate in the live webcast, a telephone recording of the conference call will be available.

Global Media, Sports & Entertainment Track and Panels at the 2024 ICR Conference

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

ICR, a leading strategic communications and advisory firm, today announced its dedicated Global Media, Sports & Entertainment (“GMSE”) track at the 2024 ICR Conference.

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  • ICR, a leading strategic communications and advisory firm, today announced its dedicated Global Media, Sports & Entertainment (“GMSE”) track at the 2024 ICR Conference.
  • The GMSE track will take place over all three days of the conference.
  • A comprehensive conference schedule, including public and private company presentations and panels, can be viewed by visiting the 2024 ICR Conference Schedule .
  • Ashley DeSimone, Partner and Head of Global Media, Sports & Entertainment at ICR, commented, “We are incredibly excited for our GMSE track, now in its third consecutive year, at the upcoming 2024 ICR Conference.

F45 Training Announces Growing Roster of Official F45 Athletes

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

As a former college hockey player and recent cancer survivor, I have experienced my share of setbacks and curve balls due to surgeries and chemotherapy,” said Nic Wilson, F45 Athlete.

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  • As a former college hockey player and recent cancer survivor, I have experienced my share of setbacks and curve balls due to surgeries and chemotherapy,” said Nic Wilson, F45 Athlete.
  • “But what these experiences have gifted me are the ability and knowledge to help others overcome any physical, mental or emotional hardships in reaching any goals in the most patient and supportive way possible.”
    The newest additions complement existing F45 Athletes part of F45 Training, rated the No.
  • “We are proud to induct ten new F45 Athletes into pivotal new roles.
  • These athletes have already made considerable impact within the F45 community and will now have an even larger, worldwide platform to continue supporting the organization and making a much larger impact,” said Tom Dowd, CEO of F45 Training.

FitXR to Showcase Groundbreaking MR Fitness Innovation at CES in Las Vegas

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Amidst its presence at CES, FitXR is releasing its 2023 year in review statistics, highlighting robust user engagement across the platform.

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  • Amidst its presence at CES, FitXR is releasing its 2023 year in review statistics, highlighting robust user engagement across the platform.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240108023439/en/
    FitXR to Showcase Groundbreaking MR Fitness Innovation at CES in Las Vegas (Photo: Business Wire)
    The new Slam studio makes it easier than ever for users to achieve their fitness resolutions and harnesses the power of FitXR's exclusive spatial sense algorithm that adapts cues to the unique layout of any physical room, ensuring an optimal gaming experience.
  • With four new studio launches in 2023, FitXR surpassed 1,000 classes available on the platform, providing users with an extensive range of fitness options.
  • “This represents a pivotal moment in the adoption of VR fitness over the past 12 months,” FitXR CEO, Sam Cole said.

Navio Networks Partners with Leading Racquet and Paddle Leagues to Launch Global FAST Channel - Court Sports Network

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Navio Networks, Inc., a Beverly Hills-based leader in sports licensing, programming and advertising, is proud to announce the launch of Court Sports Network (CSN).

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  • Navio Networks, Inc., a Beverly Hills-based leader in sports licensing, programming and advertising, is proud to announce the launch of Court Sports Network (CSN).
  • Court Sports Network is now available on several FAST platforms, including Sling Freestream, Fubo, Plex, LocalNow, Sports.tv, SportsTribal, and DistroTV.
  • Douglas Neiman, Navio Networks CEO, said, "Court Sports Network’s diverse programming caters to sports enthusiasts across the globe.
  • "We are excited to collaborate with Navio Networks on the launch of Court Sports Network.

TKO Merges UFC® and WWE® Global Partnerships Teams to Create Sports Marketing Powerhouse

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

Norris-Jones will work alongside Lou Koskovolis, who is also taking on an expanded role as TKO’s Executive Vice President of Global Partnerships.

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  • Norris-Jones will work alongside Lou Koskovolis, who is also taking on an expanded role as TKO’s Executive Vice President of Global Partnerships.
  • “Since Endeavor acquired UFC in 2016, UFC’s global partnerships business has become a significant growth area,” said Andrew Schleimer, Chief Financial Officer, TKO, “and we believe WWE’s partnerships business has similar potential.
  • Together, UFC and WWE create a sports marketing powerhouse, with hundreds of live events per year and a reach that’s equal to, or better than, the world’s biggest sports properties.
  • Over the last year, WWE has activated with Applebee’s, General Mills, Mattel, Netflix, PepsiCo, Pizza Hut, Slim Jim, and Snickers.

On to Participate in Fireside Chat at the 2024 ICR Conference

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Swiss performance sportswear brand On (NYSE: ONON) announced today that the Company will participate in the 2024 ICR Conference.

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  • Swiss performance sportswear brand On (NYSE: ONON) announced today that the Company will participate in the 2024 ICR Conference.
  • The Company’s management will participate in a fireside chat on Monday, January 8, 2024 at 11:30 am US Eastern Time (05:30 pm Central European Time on January 8, 2024).
  • A live webcast of the fireside chat will be available on the Company’s investor relations website and under the following Link .
  • Following the conclusion of the fireside chat, a replay will be available on the Company's website.