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Tri-M® Music Honor Society and National Federation of State High School Associations Present 10 Schools Grants to Start Tri-M® Chapters

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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RESTON, Va., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Tri-M® Music Honor Society (a program of National Association for Music Education, or NAfME) extends gratitude to the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) for continuing its generous collaboration, providing grants to 10 new Tri-M® chapters during the 2023–2024 academic year. The 10 schools receiving grants have been announced.

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  • RESTON, Va., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Tri-M® Music Honor Society (a program of National Association for Music Education , or NAfME) extends gratitude to the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) for continuing its generous collaboration, providing grants to 10 new Tri-M® chapters during the 2023–2024 academic year.
  • "The National Federation of State High School Associations is excited to help launch these schools' participation in Tri-M," Dr. James Weaver, NFHS Director of Performing Arts said.
  • The Tri-M® Music Honor Society is the international music honor society for middle/junior high and high school students.
  • The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) is a collaborative community that supports music educators and advocates for equitable access to music education.

Universal Tennis Strengthens Development of U.S. High School Tennis with Multi-directional Approach

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Universal Tennis, the organization behind the sport’s gold standard UTR Rating, is working extensively with nearly 10,000 high school coaches across the US.

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  • Universal Tennis, the organization behind the sport’s gold standard UTR Rating, is working extensively with nearly 10,000 high school coaches across the US.
  • In fact, high school athletic associations in 27 states use Universal Tennis as their official platform.
  • Moving forward, Universal Tennis aims to grow the number of states using its system for high school tennis from 27 to all 50.
  • “We're certainly excited for the future of high school tennis in the United States,” says Chase Hodges, Universal Tennis Vice President.

Introducing Avoli: The First Brand Dedicated Exclusively to Women and Girl Volleyball Athletes

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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Avoli, the first, and only, athletic brand dedicated exclusively to the performance needs and aspirations of women and girl volleyball athletes, today announced its official launch with the support of notable investors who recognize the brand’s tremendous potential in the rapidly expanding landscape of girls’ volleyball.

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  • Avoli, the first, and only, athletic brand dedicated exclusively to the performance needs and aspirations of women and girl volleyball athletes, today announced its official launch with the support of notable investors who recognize the brand’s tremendous potential in the rapidly expanding landscape of girls’ volleyball.
  • All this rapid growth has sparked interest in the development of professional leagues, including the Pro Volleyball Federation, Athletes Unlimited and League One Volleyball.
  • Shane Stent, High School and Club Volleyball Coach, Silicon Valley
    These distinguished investors bring a wealth of experience, industry insights and strategic guidance that will help propel Avoli towards its mission – helping women and girl volleyball athletes realize their full potential.
  • Avoli will launch a sales and marketing campaign in July featuring top collegiate volleyball athletes to unveil its first product, a made-for-women volleyball shoe.

PlayVS Founder, Delane Parnell Steps Down as Company CEO, Cementing His Legacy in High School Esports and Charting a Course for Black Tech Founders in Gaming

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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After coming to an agreement with Parnell in January, PlayVS’ Board began its search for a new CEO.

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  • After coming to an agreement with Parnell in January, PlayVS’ Board began its search for a new CEO.
  • Parnell has been actively involved in the interview process and will continue to do so as a board director.
  • Under Parnell's leadership, PlayVS revolutionized high school esports, making it a staple in scholastic athletics departments, much like basketball and football, around the country.
  • The company remains unwavering in its commitment to advancing its mission and continuing the legacy that Parnell brought to the industry.

ABCorp and BATS-TOI Partner to Manufacture Next Generation Smart Multisport Headgear with 3D Printing

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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    PlayOn! Sports Announces Matt Hong As President & Chief Operating Officer

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    Thursday, December 15, 2022
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    ATLANTA, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PlayOn! Sports, a leader in streaming live and on-demand high school sports operating the NFHS Network, and GoFan, a leading high school ticketing solution in the United States, announced today the hiring of former Turner Sports COO Matt Hong as its President & Chief Operating Officer. In this newly created role, Hong will oversee day-to-day operations for PlayOn! Sports.

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    • Sports, a leader in streaming live and on-demand high school sports operating the NFHS Network, and GoFan, a leading high school ticketing solution in the United States, announced today the hiring of former Turner Sports COO Matt Hong as its President & Chief Operating Officer.
    • He additionally oversaw 24x7 properties including NBA TV, Bleacher Report, NBA Digital, NCAA Digital, SI Digital, NASCAR.com, PGATOUR.com, PGA.com, and GOLF.com.
    • Prior to joining Turner Sports in 2008, Hong held executive positions at Thomson Learning and AOL.
    • In his new role, Hong will report to Rudolph and will work alongside BJ Pilling, President & Chief Commercial Officer of PlayOn!

    Watchfire Introduces Video Shot Clock at NADCE Show

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    Thursday, December 1, 2022
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    Designed to enhance the fan experience, the new video shot clock doubles as a shot clock and videoboard.

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    • Designed to enhance the fan experience, the new video shot clock doubles as a shot clock and videoboard.
    • Our new video shot clock is entirely unique in the industry, said Jeff Morgan, Watchfire Sports Director.
    • We are excited to unveil the clock at NADCE, the premier conference for interscholastic athletic administrators across the country.
    • As the Official Scoreboard and Videoboard Manufacturer of the NFHS, Watchfire will sponsor a sweepstakes at the show for a Watchfire ReadyDisplay pre-assembled interior videoboard.

    PlayOn! Sports Ranked Number 452 Fastest-Growing Company in North America on the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™

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    Thursday, November 17, 2022
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    Sports today announced it ranked 452 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 , a ranking of the 500 fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies in North America, now in its 28th year.

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    • Sports today announced it ranked 452 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 , a ranking of the 500 fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies in North America, now in its 28th year.
    • Overall, 2022 Technology Fast 500 companies achieved revenue growth ranging from 241% to 125,138% from 2018 to 2021, with median growth of 611%.
    • Now in its 28th year, the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 provides a ranking of the fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies both public and private in North America.
    • Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2018 to 2021.

    Former NFL Quarterback Ray Lucas Shares Personal Story of Opioid Addiction and Recovery with Harrison High School Student Athletes

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    Tuesday, August 30, 2022
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    On Tuesday, student athletes at Harrison High School received an education on the risks of prescription opioids from a familiar face, Harrison native and former NFL quarterback Ray Lucas.

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    • On Tuesday, student athletes at Harrison High School received an education on the risks of prescription opioids from a familiar face, Harrison native and former NFL quarterback Ray Lucas.
    • It was the second of 10 events to be held for high school students through the 2022-23 school year and the first to be held in-person.
    • Sports injuries happen in high school sports so makesure to ask the questions about what you are being prescribed for pain and if there are alternatives, Lucas said.
    • A member of the National Federation of State High School Associations, the NJSIAA conducts tournaments and crowns champions in 33 sports.

    Ballogy Strikes Multi-Year Partnership With National High School Basketball Coaches Association

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    Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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    The National High School Basketball Coaches Association represents over 75,000 coaches nationwide, said Todd Young, founder and CEO of Ballogy.

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    • The National High School Basketball Coaches Association represents over 75,000 coaches nationwide, said Todd Young, founder and CEO of Ballogy.
    • The National High School Basketball Coaches Association is an umbrella organization uniting nearly 40 states that have State Basketball Coaches Associations to work for the betterment of the game.
    • The NHSBCA is the national voice for high school basketball coaches, working to foster high standards of professionalism and to support coaches.
    • The NHSBCA works with other organizations involved with basketball such as National Association of Basketball Coaches, Womens Basketball Coaches Association, NCAA, NJCAA, USA Basketball, Amateur Athletic Union, and the National Federation of High School, among others.