USA Volleyball

Brightcove to Power MotoAmerica’s First Global Livestream of the Daytona 200

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

As the official streaming provider for MotoAmerica, Brightcove will power the live and video-on-demand (VOD) capabilities of the MotoAmerica Live+ streaming service, which will exclusively broadcast the upcoming 82nd running of the Daytona 200 (March 7-9, 2024).

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  • As the official streaming provider for MotoAmerica, Brightcove will power the live and video-on-demand (VOD) capabilities of the MotoAmerica Live+ streaming service, which will exclusively broadcast the upcoming 82nd running of the Daytona 200 (March 7-9, 2024).
  • “Delivering quality live and on-demand streaming experiences is essential for today’s sports and entertainment organizations to reach and engage their audiences effectively,” said Marc DeBevoise, CEO of Brightcove.
  • “In response, we decided to collaborate with Brightcove to offer our fans the upgraded experience they have been asking for.
  • Partnering with Brightcove ensures that both current and new fans of MotoAmerica can enjoy the best viewing experience possible.

Brightcove to Power Online Streaming Content Across Digital Platforms for the National Hockey League

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Brightcove (NASDAQ: BCOV), the world’s leading streaming technology company, today announced an agreement with the National Hockey League (NHL®) to provide its award-winning technology and platform for the delivery of digital video content on the websites of the League and the 32 Clubs, as well as the NHL app.

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  • Brightcove (NASDAQ: BCOV), the world’s leading streaming technology company, today announced an agreement with the National Hockey League (NHL®) to provide its award-winning technology and platform for the delivery of digital video content on the websites of the League and the 32 Clubs, as well as the NHL app.
  • “The NHL has selected Brightcove to ensure its fans receive reliable, high-quality and efficient video streaming, and we’re thrilled to partner with them to enhance their streaming capabilities,” said Brightcove CEO Marc DeBevoise.
  • “We look forward to working with the League to deliver a world-class, seamless streaming user experience to NHL fans worldwide.”
    “We’re delighted to partner with Brightcove to support the delivery of video content across League digital platforms,” said Nili Doft, NHL Senior Vice President, Digital Media.
  • The addition of the NHL solidifies Brightcove as a reliable, scalable and flexible partner that works with some of the most prominent sports entities in the world.

Nebraska Pro Volleyball Announces Head Coach for Omaha

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

OMAHA, Neb., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In cooperation with the Pro Volleyball Federation, Nebraska Pro Volleyball is bringing women's professional volleyball to Omaha. Today, the Omaha-based team announced head coach Shelton Collier, revered for his knowledge of the game and respect for players, who brings more than 40 years of coaching experience and coaching education at the national, international and Olympic levels.

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  • OMAHA, Neb., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In cooperation with the Pro Volleyball Federation , Nebraska Pro Volleyball is bringing women's professional volleyball to Omaha.
  • Coach Shelton Collier said, "This is a tremendous opportunity to coach in Omaha, the premier volleyball market in the country.
  • Having a top-notch coach lead our players will give us an additional advantage for our sensational pro volleyball team in Omaha."
  • Former University of Nebraska-Lincoln Women's Volleyball Coach, Terry Pettit, said, "Shelton Collier is an exceptional fit for the head coaching position for the Omaha pro volleyball franchise.

Follett Higher Education and Dyehard Fan Supply Launch Partnership to Expand Preeminent Retail Solutions for College Athletics

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Monday, January 9, 2023

WESTCHESTER, Ill., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Follett Higher Education, North America's largest campus retailer, and Dyehard Fan Supply, the premier retail solutions provider for America's top sporting events, venues, and teams, today announced a new partnership to create the preeminent fan retail experience in collegiate athletics.

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  • WESTCHESTER, Ill., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Follett Higher Education, North America's largest campus retailer, and Dyehard Fan Supply, the premier retail solutions provider for America's top sporting events, venues, and teams, today announced a new partnership to create the preeminent fan retail experience in collegiate athletics.
  • "We're thrilled to team up with Dyehard to enhance fan shop retail experiences," said Follett Higher Education CEO Emmanuel Kolady.
  • Dyehard Fan Supply and Follett Higher Education will maintain a strategic focus on college athletics while also exploring select partnerships in the broader sports and entertainment space.
  • Dyehard Fan Supply is part of Teall Sports & Entertainment, a holding company of sports and entertainment brands based in Winston-Salem, NC.

JB Capital announces strategic investment in CROSSNET

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

JB Capital, an alternative credit manager investing in market areas underserved by traditional banks, announces its strategic investment in Miami-based CROSSNET, a health and fitness company that invented the sport of the eponymous name.

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  • JB Capital, an alternative credit manager investing in market areas underserved by traditional banks, announces its strategic investment in Miami-based CROSSNET, a health and fitness company that invented the sport of the eponymous name.
  • "The focus on health, exercise and fitness is driving continued growth in the US sports equipment market, said Jeremy Hill, Founder and Managing Partner of JB Capital.
  • JB Capital provides creative, tailored solutions through capital, strategy, and operational support to facilitate growth strategies for well-managed companies.
  • JB Capital partners have more than four decades of combined real estate, capital markets, and investment banking experience.

NCSA COLLEGE RECRUITING RENEWS PARTNERSHIP WITH US YOUTH SOCCER

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

CHICAGO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NCSA College Recruiting, the world's largest college recruiting platform, has renewed its partnership with US Youth Soccer (USYS), the largest youth sport organization in America and the leader in youth soccer.

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  • NCSA to Expand Role as Official Recruiting Services Partner, Support All USYS Events
    CHICAGO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NCSA College Recruiting , the world's largest college recruiting platform, has renewed its partnership with US Youth Soccer (USYS), the largest youth sport organization in America and the leader in youth soccer.
  • NCSA will continue to provide educational tools and resources to US Youth Soccer members with the goal of assisting families in navigating the college recruiting process.
  • Athletes ages 13 and over will have the option to create a free NCSA profile when registering for US Youth Soccer events and gain access to NCSA's extensive recruiting network of over 4,500 collegiate men's and women's soccer coaches across the U.S.
    As part of the renewed partnership, NCSA will provide additional recruiting education to athletes and parents including seminars at US Youth Soccer events, as well as free online webinars on how to navigate the college recruiting process.
  • NCSA College Recruiting is the world's largest college recruiting platform connecting tens of thousands of student-athletes to more than 35,000 college coaches across 37 sports each year.

USA Volleyball Partners With Ultra Ankle® for Athlete Health

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS, May 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- USA Volleyball is proud to announce a partnership with Ultra Ankle, which has been named the Official Ankle Brace of USA Volleyball.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, May 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- USA Volleyball is proud to announce a partnership with Ultra Ankle, which has been named the Official Ankle Brace of USA Volleyball.
  • Ultra Ankle braces use revolutionary hinged-cuff technology to help prevent ankle twisting that can lead to high ankle sprains that can take longer to heal.
  • Ultra Ankle hopes to help U.S. volleyball athletes stay free from ankle injuries, especially during their most important tournaments.
  • "Ultra Ankle is thrilled to partner with USA Volleyball," said Rick Peters, President and Founder of Ultra Ankle.

NEXT COLLEGE STUDENT ATHLETE NAMED OFFICIAL RECRUITING PARTNER OF USA SOFTBALL

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022

CHICAGO, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Next College Student Athlete (NCSA) , the world's largest and most successful college athletic recruiting network, has been named the Official Recruiting Partner of USA Softball , the National Governing Body of Softball in the United States.

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  • CHICAGO, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Next College Student Athlete (NCSA) , the world's largest and most successful college athletic recruiting network, has been named the Official Recruiting Partner of USA Softball , the National Governing Body of Softball in the United States.
  • As USA Softball's recruiting partner, NCSA will provide recruiting education to student-athletes and families attending USA Softball events and host exclusive online webinars for USA Softball members.
  • USA Softball is the eleventh National Governing Body to name NCSA its official recruiting partner.
  • USA Hockey, USA Baseball, US Lacrosse, USA Field Hockey, USA Track and Field, USA Volleyball, USA Wrestling, USA Water Polo, US Youth Soccer, and USA Triathlon all work with NCSA to support their members with recruiting education and guidance.

YMCA of the USA Board of Directors Elects New Chair

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

Chicago, March 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHICAGO, (March 31, 2022)YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is pleased to announce the election of CiCi Rojas to a two-year term as Chair of the nonprofits National Board of Directors.

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  • Chicago, March 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHICAGO, (March 31, 2022)YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is pleased to announce the election of CiCi Rojas to a two-year term as Chair of the nonprofits National Board of Directors.
  • Ms.Rojas, the first Hispanic Board Chair in Y-USA's history, has served on the Y-USA Board since 2016 and chaired its International, Diversity and Inclusion Committee from 2019-2021.
  • As Board Chair, Ms. Rojas will provide leadership to the 25-member board, which sets strategic direction and policy to guide the Ys work to strengthen community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other.
  • Ms. Rojas has served on the Board of Directors of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City since 2013, including a term as Board Chair from 2018-2020.

Las Vegas Nike Volleyball Camp Director Stacy Sykora Inducted into Texas Sports Hall of Fame

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

SAN RAFAEL, Calif., March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stacy Sykora, a two-time All-American, three-time volleyball Olympian and Director of several Nike Volleyball Camps in Las Vegas, was inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame on March 12, 2022. Sykora expressed that she is honored to be granted this award, as Texas is where she developed her love and passion for volleyball. Sykora made a name for herself as a volleyball player and continues to be an idol and inspiration amongst the volleyball community as a coach and inspirational speaker.

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  • Stacy Sykora, a two-time All-American, three-time volleyball Olympian and Director of several Nike Volleyball Camps in Las Vegas, was inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame on March 12, 2022.
  • SAN RAFAEL, Calif., March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stacy Sykora, a two-time All-American, three-time volleyball Olympian and Director of several Nike Volleyball Camps in Las Vegas, was inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame on March 12, 2022.
  • Sykora expressed that she is honored to be granted this award, as Texas is where she developed her love and passion for volleyball.
  • Sykora currently runs her own youth volleyball club in Las Vegas, Sykora Academy, and is the Head Volleyball Coach at the Alexander Dawson School in Las Vegas.