The Foundation for Global Sports Development

PMY Announces Global Expansion of Its Leading US Design Firm, WJHW

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

PMY is pleased to announce the expansion of its consulting and design firm, WJHW, to meet increasing global demand for its market leading expertise.

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  • PMY is pleased to announce the expansion of its consulting and design firm, WJHW, to meet increasing global demand for its market leading expertise.
  • This strategic investment reflects the company’s continued commitment to technology design across major stadium, infrastructure and all sectors in their portfolio.
  • "Our decision to accelerate the expansion of WJHW into international markets is testament to the dedication, work ethic, and expertise of the team," said Paul Yeomans, CEO of PMY.
  • WJHW will replicate its client focused structure in each region as a part of PMY Group, whilst being actively overseen by its Dallas design leads.

Magnus Carlsen and Christian Pulisic Talk About Similarities in Football and Chess

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

Global Sports company PUMA announces a collaboration between five-time World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen and professional football player Christian Pulisic.

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  • Global Sports company PUMA announces a collaboration between five-time World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen and professional football player Christian Pulisic.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230713204362/en/
    Global Sports company PUMA brought together five-time World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen and professional football player Christian Pulisic, as the two sport icons met on a football pitch to have a conversation about the differences and similarities between chess and football.
  • As the next step in the chess world, PUMA has partnered with Chess.com and Christian Pulisic once again to launch a Christian Pulisic chess bot.
  • The Pulisic chess bot is an AI bot modeled after professional football player and global PUMA ambassador, Christian Pulisic.

The Foundation for Global Sports Development Awards $100,000 in Scholarships

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Continuing its mission to empower youth through education, The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD) today announced the ten winners of its 2023 Exceptional Youth Scholarship (EYS). Since 2015, the award has recognized high school seniors who have shown a commitment to both academics and community service.

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  • Continuing its mission to empower youth through education, The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD) today announced the ten winners of its 2023 Exceptional Youth Scholarship (EYS).
  • LOS ANGELES, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Continuing its mission to empower youth through education, The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD) today announced the ten winners of its 2023 Exceptional Youth Scholarship (EYS).
  • It's a privilege to reward these hard-working young men and women as they begin their college careers," said David Ulich, executive board member of The Foundation for Global Sports Development.
  • To learn more about the Exceptional Youth Scholarship and The Foundation for Global Sports Development, visit GSD's website.

The Foundation for Global Sports Development Releases 2022 Annual Report

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Saturday, May 27, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD), a non-profit established in 1996 to enrich lives through sports, releases its 2022 annual report.

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  • The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD), a non-profit established in 1996 to enrich lives through sports, releases its 2022 annual report.
  • LOS ANGELES, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD), a non-profit established in 1996 to enrich lives through sports, releases its 2022 annual report.
  • As part of GSD's ongoing commitment to education, it hosted 48 free screenings of the film in 2022.
  • To read the 2022 Annual Report in its entirety, http://www.globalsportsdevelopment.org/press/ .

PUMA and Magnus Carlsen Introduce Clyde Chess – a Chess-inspired Iconic Sneaker

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Global Sports company PUMA and Brand Ambassador Magnus Carlsen, the five-time Norwegian World Chess Champion and the highest-ranked chess player in the world, have teamed up to launch an iconic sneaker as a tribute to the game of chess.

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  • Global Sports company PUMA and Brand Ambassador Magnus Carlsen, the five-time Norwegian World Chess Champion and the highest-ranked chess player in the world, have teamed up to launch an iconic sneaker as a tribute to the game of chess.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230516005693/en/
    Global Sports company PUMA and Brand Ambassador Magnus Carlsen, the five-time Norwegian World Chess Champion and the highest-ranked chess player in the world, have teamed up to launch an iconic sneaker as a tribute to the game of chess.
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    The Magnus Carlsen x PUMA Clyde Chess sneakers are the perfect way for chess enthusiasts to express their passion for the game in a stylish and iconic way.
  • The Magnus Carlsen x PUMA Clyde Chess sneaker will be released during the live Champions Chess Tour broadcast on May 22 with a limited quantity made available to purchase on puma.com.

Nominations Open for The Athletes in Excellence Award -- Winners to receive $10,000 grants from The Foundation for Global Sports Development

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD) is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Athletes in Excellence Award. The recognition program celebrates exceptional athletes who uphold the values of good sportsmanship and fair play both on and off the field.

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  • The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD) is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Athletes in Excellence Award.
  • The recognition program celebrates exceptional athletes who uphold the values of good sportsmanship and fair play both on and off the field.
  • LOS ANGELES, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD) is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Athletes in Excellence Award.
  • The recognition program celebrates exceptional athletes who uphold the values of good sportsmanship and fair play both on and off the field.

Don't Miss an Opportunity to Apply for $10,000 in Student Scholarships

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Friday, April 7, 2023

LOS ANGELES, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD)'s Exceptional Youth Scholarship recognizes high school seniors who demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence and community service. GSD will award ten (10) students a one-time, need-based $10,000 scholarship to help offset the costs of attending a four-year university or college in the United States including tuition, housing, books, and other on-campus related expenses.

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  • The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD)'s Exceptional Youth Scholarship recognizes high school seniors who demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence and community service.
  • High school seniors who are actively involved in their education and in giving back to their community are encouraged to apply by April 15, 2023, at 11:59 p.m.
  • For an application to be deemed complete, students must upload all components, including FAFSA forms and school transcripts through Fall 2022.
  • "We hope the Exceptional Youth Scholarship relieves some of the financial burden of pursuing a degree, letting students focus on their academic and personal growth instead."

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Steven Ungerleider -- A remarkable man of integrity, advocacy, and philanthropy loses battle with cancer

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Monday, March 20, 2023

LOS ANGELES,  March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2023

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  • Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Steven Ungerleider
    A remarkable man of integrity, advocacy, and philanthropy
    Los Angeles, CA – Dr. Steven Ungerleider was an accomplished author, sports psychologist, and advocate for sport.
  • "We are so deeply heartbroken that Steven lost his eight-month long battle with pancreatic cancer," said David Ulich, Executive Board Member of The Foundation for Global Sports Development.
  • "Today, and forever more, we honor Steven for his vision and the lives he touched through his charitable work."
  • The Foundation for Global Sports Development will continue to honor Steven's memory through its charitable mission, programming, and media division.

The Foundation for Global Sports Development to Award $100,000 in Scholarships to High School Seniors

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As part of its mission to empower youth through education, The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD)'s Exceptional Youth Scholarship has been recognizing high school seniors who demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence and community service involvement since 2015.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As part of its mission to empower youth through education, The Foundation for Global Sports Development (GSD)'s Exceptional Youth Scholarship has been recognizing high school seniors who demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence and community service involvement since 2015.
  • "Education is one of our core values, and we believe in the positive impact of lifelong learning and mentorship," said David Ulich, Executive Board Member of The Foundation for Global Sports Development.
  • The Exceptional Youth Scholarship application period opens today, March 1, 2023, and will close on April 15, 2023, at 11:59 p.m.
  • High school seniors who are actively involved in their education and in giving back to their community are encouraged to apply.

Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment returns to Mobile, AL as the Exclusive Financial Education Sponsor of the Reese’s Senior Bowl

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Friday, January 27, 2023

Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment (GSE), a division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, remains the exclusive financial education sponsor of the Reese's Senior Bowl for the ninth consecutive year.

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  • Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment (GSE), a division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, remains the exclusive financial education sponsor of the Reese's Senior Bowl for the ninth consecutive year.
  • The session will include Global Sports and Entertainment Directors/Associate Directors, and for the first time, former NFL veteran, Philadelphia legend, and Senior Bowl alum (2002), Brian Westbrook.
  • As an NFLPA Institutional Financial Advisor participant, Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment has oversight of the Financial Advisors who are designated to provide guidance to the members of the NFLPA.
  • For more information on Morgan Stanley GSE’s work with the NFLPA, please visit: NFLPA | Morgan Stanley