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ESPN BET Launches in North Carolina

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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ESPN BET, the official sportsbook of ESPN, launched today in North Carolina as the state’s legal sports betting market opened.

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  • ESPN BET, the official sportsbook of ESPN, launched today in North Carolina as the state’s legal sports betting market opened.
  • ESPN BET, operated by PENN Entertainment (“PENN”) (Nasdaq: PENN), is now live in 18 states.
  • “We’re thrilled to bring ESPN BET to North Carolina, which marks the first new state launch under our ESPN partnership,” said Jay Snowden, CEO and President of PENN Entertainment.
  • We commend the North Carolina State Lottery Commission and all of the stakeholders involved in establishing this new legal sports betting market.”
    "Launching ESPN BET for North Carolina fans is a pivotal moment," said Mike Morrison, Vice President of ESPN BET and ESPN Fantasy.

Comcast Business Powering Next-Gen Connectivity and Fan Experience at THE PLAYERS® Championship

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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Comcast Business today shared details of how it is helping power innovative fan and guest experiences and enhance accessibility to championship-level golf at THE PLAYERS Championship.

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  • Comcast Business today shared details of how it is helping power innovative fan and guest experiences and enhance accessibility to championship-level golf at THE PLAYERS Championship.
  • “As the newest Proud Partner, Comcast Business is thrilled to help THE PLAYERS Championship and TPC Sawgrass bring the very best experience to fans on and off the course with a unique combination of technology solutions, hospitality experiences and brand activations,” said Eileen Diskin, Chief Marketing Officer, Comcast Business.
  • “We’re excited to collaborate with Comcast Business on this state-of-the-art network to deliver innovative fan experiences on and off the course,” said Lee Smith, Executive Director of THE PLAYERS Championship.
  • “The in-person, broadcast and streaming viewing experiences offered by THE PLAYERS Championship and the PGA TOUR would not be possible without the support of Comcast Business.”

LEXUS PARTNERS WITH PGA OF AMERICA AS THE OFFICIAL VEHICLE OF THE PGA CHAMPIONSHIP, KITCHENAID SENIOR PGA CHAMPIONSHIP, KPMG WOMEN'S PGA CHAMPIONSHIP, AND PGA FRISCO

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Today, the luxury brand announced a new partnership with the PGA of America as the Official Vehicle of the PGA Championship, KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, and the KPMG Women's PGA Championship.

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  • Today, the luxury brand announced a new partnership with the PGA of America as the Official Vehicle of the PGA Championship, KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, and the KPMG Women's PGA Championship.
  • In addition, Lexus will become the Official Vehicle of PGA Frisco, in close proximity to Lexus headquarters.
  • At the Omni PGA Frisco Resort, Lexus will prominently display three Lexus courtesy vehicles available for guest transport while on property.
  • "We are proud to welcome Lexus as the Official Vehicle for three of our spectator championships and our new home, PGA Frisco," said PGA of America Senior Director, Global Partnerships, Luke Reissman.

Echo Global Logistics Announces Partnership with PGA TOUR Professional Denny McCarthy

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Echo Global Logistics, Inc. ("Echo"), a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation and supply chain management services, has announced it has signed a brand partnership with PGA TOUR professional Denny McCarthy. McCarthy will represent Echo in various ways, including on social media, co-branded logo placements, and in-person at golf tournaments and events.

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  • CHICAGO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Echo Global Logistics, Inc. ("Echo"), a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation and supply chain management services, has announced it has signed a brand partnership with PGA TOUR professional Denny McCarthy.
  • "I'm proud to partner with a third-party logistics (3PL) firm like Echo," McCarthy said.
  • "We're excited to begin this new partnership with Denny," said Dave Menzel, President and Chief Operating Officer at Echo.
  • Just like Echo leverages technology and expertise in logistics, Denny does the same in the game of golf," said Christopher Clemmensen, EVP of Marketing at Echo.

RECOVER 180™ Partners with PGA Tour Pro Wyndham Clark Ahead of Masters Tournament

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RECOVER 180™, a new organic sports drink from famed beverage entrepreneur Lance Collins, is excited to share its partnership with PGA player Wyndham Clark, ahead of the prestigious Masters Tournament.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RECOVER 180™, a new organic sports drink from famed beverage entrepreneur Lance Collins, is excited to share its partnership with PGA player Wyndham Clark, ahead of the prestigious Masters Tournament.
  • The partnership between RECOVER 180 and Wyndham Clark marks a significant milestone for both parties.
  • "We are excited to welcome Wyndham Clark to the RECOVER 180 family," said Lance Collins, CEO of RECOVER 180.
  • Stay tuned for more updates from RECOVER 180 and Wyndham Clark as they embark on this exciting journey together at the Masters Tournament and beyond.

Immediate Joins Forces with PGA Tour Pro Mackenzie Hughes to Revolutionize Workforce Pay Access

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In an exciting move for the future of workforce financial health, Immediate, a payment access fintech company, is proud to announce its partnership with distinguished PGA Tour professional, Mackenzie Hughes.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In an exciting move for the future of workforce financial health, Immediate, a payment access fintech company, is proud to announce its partnership with distinguished PGA Tour professional, Mackenzie Hughes.
  • Of the recent partnership, Immediate's CEO Matt Pierce said, "From the outset, Mackenzie understood our core mission—to alleviate financial stress for workers by facilitating easier access to pay.
  • Coming off a top four finish at the Valspar Championship, Hughes noted, "I've been impressed with Immediate's mission to improve pay access for the American workforce.
  • Stay tuned to the PGA tour and visit www.joinimmediate.com/ambassador to learn more about Immediate and Mackenzie Hughes' partnership.

LEXUS SIGNS WILL ZALATORIS TO GOLF AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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In addition to the ambassador program, Lexus' strategic golf partnership strategy focuses on opportunities that reach key brand audiences through integrations in the golf lifestyle space, including a recent announcement as the official automotive partner of Malbon Golf.

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  • In addition to the ambassador program, Lexus' strategic golf partnership strategy focuses on opportunities that reach key brand audiences through integrations in the golf lifestyle space, including a recent announcement as the official automotive partner of Malbon Golf.
  • "With each addition to our golf ambassador roster, we're breathing new life into the Lexus golf program, and we're excited for Will to introduce the Lexus brand to new audiences and young people around the world."
  • "As a Lexus owner and fan of the brand, I'm honored to partner with Lexus and be a part of their roster of golf champions," said Will Zalatoris.
  • Will Zalatoris grew up in San Francisco, California, where he honed his golf game at the California Golf Club.

THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP RETURNS TO PONTE VEDRA, FL NEXT WEEK

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, March 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since 1974, THE PLAYERS Championship has wowed audiences with the best golfers in the world.

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  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, March 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since 1974, THE PLAYERS Championship has wowed audiences with the best golfers in the world.
  • Now in its fiftieth year, THE PLAYERS returns to Ponte Vedra Beach March 12 through March 17 with one of the most formidable rounds on the pro circuit.
  • Tiger Woods has two Players Championship titles to his name, while Jack Nicklaus is the only three-time winner.
  • Suite B, Ponte Vedra Beach; and at the St. Johns County Beach Pier Park, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach.

Fobi AI Chosen To Participate in the 2024 Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator Program

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February 22, 2024, Fobi AI Inc. (FOBI:TSXV) (FOBIF:OTCQB) (the "Company" or "Fobi"), an industry leader in harnessing AI and data intelligence to enable digital transformation, is pleased to announce that Fobi has been selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year’s sports tech accelerator program.

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  • Fobi selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year's sports tech accelerator program.
  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February 22, 2024, Fobi AI Inc. (FOBI:TSXV) (FOBIF:OTCQB) (the "Company" or "Fobi"), an industry leader in harnessing AI and data intelligence to enable digital transformation, is pleased to announce that Fobi has been selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year’s sports tech accelerator program.
  • Since the first class in 2021, SportsTech alumni have achieved 132 pilots, partnerships, and commercial deals with consortium partners
    PHILADELPHIA, February 22, 2024 —Today, 10 companies were accepted into the fourth class of the Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator , powered by Boomtown.
  • Fobi AI uses automation, AI, and real-time data intelligence to enhance global customer engagement, personalization, and activation.

Third Edition of the Mexico Open at Vidanta, the Top Social and Sporting Event in Latin America, Launches on Feb. 22

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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The tournament organized by Grupo Salinas, part of the PGA TOUR, has established itself as the pre-eminent social and sporting event in Mexico and Latin America.

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  • The tournament organized by Grupo Salinas, part of the PGA TOUR, has established itself as the pre-eminent social and sporting event in Mexico and Latin America.
  • It will take place from February 22 to 25 at Vidanta Vallarta, Mexico.
  • In its third edition, the tournament will feature a field of 132 professionals competing for a prize purse that has increased to $8.1 million this year.
  • The winner will receive 500 FedExCup points and an invitation to compete in a select number of PGA TOUR events.