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ATHLYT and Urban Edge Network Team Up To Offer NIL Opportunities to the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference

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Monday, October 10, 2022
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ATHLYT , a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) platform that boasts, NIL For All, and Urban Edge Network (UEN), whose HBCU LeaguePass+ is bringing Historically Black College and University (HBCU) sports to fans worldwide, continue to create NIL opportunities for HBCU students, this time with for the student-athletes of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC).

Key Points: 
  • ATHLYT , a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) platform that boasts, NIL For All, and Urban Edge Network (UEN), whose HBCU LeaguePass+ is bringing Historically Black College and University (HBCU) sports to fans worldwide, continue to create NIL opportunities for HBCU students, this time with for the student-athletes of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC).
  • This is a game changer, said CEO of Urban Edge Network Todd Brown.
  • We remain committed to creating NIL opportunities for all student-athletes, regardless of school, sport, or position, said Chief Brand Officer for ATHLYT Ray Austin.
  • Having carefully evaluated the opportunities for their student-athletes available in the NIL market, the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference decided on the ATHLYT/UEN partnership.

College Golf Experience Accelerates 2022 Expansion with Fall and Winter Camps

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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LOS ANGELES , Oct. 3, 2022   /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- College Golf Experience (CGX), a college golf education program with exclusive endorsement from the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA), caps off a year of significant growth with the announcement of several new camp events across the country this fall and winter.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- College Golf Experience (CGX), a college golf education program with exclusive endorsement from the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA), caps off a year of significant growth with the announcement of several new camp events across the country this fall and winter.
  • At CGX camps, juniors and their parents experience one-on-one engagement with college coaches, education seminars on college golf and the recruiting process along with open Q & A sessions, instruction with skill assessments and challenges, plus on-course interaction with coaches during simulated college golf practice and tournament rounds.
  • "CGX camps connect junior golfers and their parents with college coaches so they can experience college golf and learn how to find a program that fits them.
  • FALL AND WINTER CGX CAMPS ANNOUNCED:
    Following the success of this year's camps, CGX recently launched registration for several new camp opportunities in fall and winter.

Winmark - the Resale Company Announce Resale Partnership with Rawlings® and Easton®

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
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MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Winmark Corporation announced today that its Play It Again Sports retail chain has entered into a partnership with Rawlings Sporting Goods, Inc., makers of the iconic baseball and softball gear and Easton bats, as the Official Resale Partner of Rawlings and Easton.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Winmark Corporation announced today that its Play It Again Sports retail chain has entered into a partnership with Rawlings Sporting Goods, Inc., makers of the iconic baseball and softball gear and Easton bats, as the Official Resale Partner of Rawlings and Easton.
  • "Winmarkhas been a partner with both Rawlings and Easton for decades," stated Renae Gaudette, Chief Operating Officer.
  • "To formally recognize this important relationship as an official resale partner is an exciting day for us.
  • About Winmark: Winmark - the Resale Company, is a nationally recognized franchising business focused on sustainability and small business formation.

Patagonia chooses Naia™ Renew ES for its low-impact line of work tees

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
Health, Carbon, Safety, NAIA, Recycling, Cellulose, Forestry, Acetic acid, Georgia-Pacific, Technology, Quality of life, Patagonia, Inc., Solution, Fair trade, Transport, Forest, FSC, PEFC, Forest Stewardship Council, Greenhouse, Eucalyptus, Eastman, Farrell, Clothing

KINGSPORT, Tenn., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastman, maker of Naia™ Renew sustainable fibers and yarns, announces that it has collaborated with Patagonia® to offer a limited run of T-shirts made with Naia™ Renew ES — Eastman's latest fiber offering made with increased recycled content — for the outdoor apparel retailer's Workwear line.

Key Points: 
  • Named for its enhanced sustainability, Naia Renew ES is made with 60% recycled content.
  • Naia Renew ES is made from a combination of molecularly recycled waste material (40%), recycled cellulose (20%) and renewable wood pulp (40%).
  • "Patagonia has always been a company that chooses its fibers carefully and responsibly," said Ruth Farrell, Eastman textiles general manager.
  • "Naia Renew ES is our answer to the overconsumption of raw materials, a growing plastic waste problem, and rising greenhouse gases caused by deforestation.

Patagonia chooses Naia™ Renew ES for its low-impact line of work tees

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
Health, Carbon, Safety, NAIA, Recycling, Cellulose, Forestry, Acetic acid, Georgia-Pacific, Technology, Quality of life, Patagonia, Inc., Solution, Fair trade, Transport, Forest, FSC, PEFC, Forest Stewardship Council, Greenhouse, Eucalyptus, Eastman, Farrell, Clothing

KINGSPORT, Tenn., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastman, maker of Naia™ Renew sustainable fibers and yarns, announces that it has collaborated with Patagonia® to offer a limited run of T-shirts made with Naia™ Renew ES — Eastman's latest fiber offering made with increased recycled content — for the outdoor apparel retailer's Workwear line.

Key Points: 
  • Named for its enhanced sustainability, Naia Renew ES is made with 60% recycled content.
  • Naia Renew ES is made from a combination of molecularly recycled waste material (40%), recycled cellulose (20%) and renewable wood pulp (40%).
  • "Patagonia has always been a company that chooses its fibers carefully and responsibly," said Ruth Farrell, Eastman textiles general manager.
  • "Naia Renew ES is our answer to the overconsumption of raw materials, a growing plastic waste problem, and rising greenhouse gases caused by deforestation.

Rawlings Gold Glove Award® Platform Expands to Include Super Utility Players

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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ST. LOUIS, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. (Rawlings), the Official Base, Baseball, Helmet, Face Guard and Glove of Major League Baseball®, has added utility players to the list of annual Rawlings Gold Glove Award recipients for the first time since the Award's inception in 1957. One super utility player will be recognized in both the American and National Leagues, joining the 18 position players receiving Awards (nine from each League). The 2022 class of Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners, including those at the utility position, will be unveiled during a one-hour, special-edition ESPN2 broadcast airing Tuesday Nov. 8th at 10:30 pm ET hosted by Karl Ravech, the voice of ESPN's "Sunday Night Baseball" and the primary host of the Emmy-Award winning "Baseball Tonight" television show, also on ESPN.

Key Points: 
  • "We're thrilled to add a Rawlings Gold Glove Award that recognizes players with the superior defensive ability to play multiple positions," said Mike Thompson, chief marketing officer for Rawlings.
  • To determine the utility Award winners, Rawlings collaborated with SABR to create a specialized defensive formula separate from the traditional selection process for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award position winners.
  • "Recognizing utility players for their defensive prowess demonstrates how timely, relevant and authentic the Rawlings Gold Glove Awards are at the professional level of play."
  • The Rawlings Gold Glove Award is a registered trademark owned by Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc.

Maui Snorkeling Announces Official Sponsorship of 2022 Maui Jim Maui Invitational

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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MAUI, Hawai'i, Sep. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maui Snorkeling announces sponsorship of the 39th Maui Jim Maui Invitational, the nation's premier early-season college basketball tournament. The official sponsorship provides support to the tournament through cash and in-kind services along with discounted tour packages for the players, their families, participating universities and their administrations, the media, and to all Maui Invitational ticket holders.

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  • Offering Special Snorkeling Packages for Teams, Parents and Fans of 8 Team Tournament
    MAUI, Hawai'i, Sep. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maui Snorkeling announces sponsorship of the 39th Maui Jim Maui Invitational, the nation's premier early-season college basketball tournament.
  • We love sharing Maui with visitors and are really excited to join forces with brands like Maui Jim, Continental Tire, and Tommy Bahama," said Mark Elmore, President of Maui Snorkeling.
  • The Maui Invitational takes place November 21 through November 23, 2022 on the island of Maui.
  • Each year, the Maui Jim Maui Invitational attracts the top programs, best-known coaches and most outstanding players to compete in an exciting atmosphere at the Lahaina Civic Center near the beautiful beaches of Maui .

iNPOWERiQ's Sports Performance Division KONGiQ Signs Varsity Players at National High School Powerhouse Football Program to Name, Image and Likeness Agreements

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Monday, August 22, 2022
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Currently, 14 state organizations sanction Name, Image and Likeness opportunities for high school students: California, Alaska, Idaho, Maine, North Dakota, Minnesota, Connecticut, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York and Utah.

Key Points: 
  • Currently, 14 state organizations sanction Name, Image and Likeness opportunities for high school students: California, Alaska, Idaho, Maine, North Dakota, Minnesota, Connecticut, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York and Utah.
  • "Year-in, year-out, we create one of the toughest schedules in the nation to challenge our players to be at their very best," said Negro.
  • "It is critical that students-athletes have access to the best wellness, strength training and sports performance technology available with KONGiQ."
  • The NIL opportunity is available to any student-athlete using the KONGiQ equipment and technology, where NIL is sanctioned.

iNPOWERiQ Announces New NIL Opportunity for More Than 300,000 Student-Athletes Available at Every Level of Athletics With Its KONGiQ Sports Performance Technology Division

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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KONGiQ technology includes preventative injury software, body mapping, strength and performance measurement and more advanced student-athlete wellness features.

Key Points: 
  • KONGiQ technology includes preventative injury software, body mapping, strength and performance measurement and more advanced student-athlete wellness features.
  • "Our groundbreaking NIL program with KONGiQ will empower thousands of athletes to realize a more equitable and entrepreneurial environment."
  • We will also invest in the well-being and care of student-athletes and give them voice in today's more entrepreneurial environment."
  • "The KONGiQ NIL network is an incredible step forward in the elite development of the student-athlete.

University of St. Thomas - Houston Advances to Official Membership of NCAA Division III

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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HOUSTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- University of St. Thomas-Houston celebrates its official membership in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) DIII effective Sept. 1, 2022.

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  • HOUSTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- University of St. Thomas-Houston celebrates its official membership in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) DIII effective Sept. 1, 2022.
  • "Our striking emergence within the NCAA is a significant indicator of the more remarkable things that UST is set to accomplish."
  • "We are excited to receive word from the NCAA graduating us to official DIII membership," Smith said.
  • Women's volleyball is the first sport to play under the NCAA official membership status on Sept. 1 against East Texas Baptist University.