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Basketball and Rugby Legends Ginóbili and Gregan Join Advisory Board of Sportian, Globant's Sports Division

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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MADRID, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sportian, the Sports & Entertainment Company from Globant, has announced the creation of the Sportian Advisory Board, a squad of legends and experts that will guide sports organizations through the benefits and applications of technology to support the continued growth and evolution of the industry.

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  • The new Board will feature global sports icons Manu Ginóbili, the NBA All-Star, and George Gregan, Australian rugby captain and World Cup winner.
  • Manu Ginóbili is an NBA Hall-of-Famer, two-time All-Star and four-time league champion with the Spurs, and widely regarded as the greatest Latin American basketball player of all time.
  • He currently works as a Special Advisor to Basketball Operations for the San Antonio Spurs and is a keen investor in new technologies.
  • The Sportian Advisory Board will be the resource for any competition to lay its challenges on the table and draw up a smart growth plan.

Basketball and Rugby Legends Ginóbili and Gregan Join Advisory Board of Sportian, Globant's Sports Division

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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MADRID, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sportian, the Sports & Entertainment Company from Globant, has announced the creation of the Sportian Advisory Board, a squad of legends and experts that will guide sports organizations through the benefits and applications of technology to support the continued growth and evolution of the industry.

Key Points: 
  • The new Board will feature global sports icons Manu Ginóbili, the NBA All-Star, and George Gregan, Australian rugby captain and World Cup winner.
  • Manu Ginóbili is an NBA Hall-of-Famer, two-time All-Star and four-time league champion with the Spurs, and widely regarded as the greatest Latin American basketball player of all time.
  • He currently works as a Special Advisor to Basketball Operations for the San Antonio Spurs and is a keen investor in new technologies.
  • The Sportian Advisory Board will be the resource for any competition to lay its challenges on the table and draw up a smart growth plan.

George "The Iceman" Gervin Documentary Now Streaming on the NBA App

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "ICEMAN," the long-awaited documentary on one of the greatest NBA scorers of all time, George Gervin, is officially available on the NBA App. The film was created by GameAbove Entertainment and also is set to premiere on NBA TV on December 13.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "ICEMAN," the long-awaited documentary on one of the greatest NBA scorers of all time, George Gervin, is officially available on the NBA App.
  • Gervin is a pro and college Hall of Famer and was once the most dominant scorer in the NBA.
  • "We're extremely excited to have this film on the NBA App and NBA TV.
  • Download the NBA App to stream "ICEMAN" on supported devices, including the iOS app, Android app, Android TV, Apple TV, select gaming consoles, and more.

Bitdefender Selected as an Official Partner of the San Antonio Spurs

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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Bitdefender, a global cybersecurity leader, today announced it has been chosen by the San Antonio Spurs as an official partner of the historic NBA franchise.

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  • Bitdefender, a global cybersecurity leader, today announced it has been chosen by the San Antonio Spurs as an official partner of the historic NBA franchise.
  • The Spurs will deploy Bitdefender MDR (managed detection and response) services integrated with Bitdefender GravityZone XDR (extended detection and response), an advanced security and risk analytics platform - to help protect its operations from cyberattacks.
  • “With many of the best and brightest minds in cybersecurity housed in our San Antonio SOC, this official partnership is a natural fit for Bitdefender.
  • We look forward to working with the iconic San Antonio Spurs to help solve cybersecurity challenges off the court and further strengthen their security posture.”

Creative Realities Named a 2023 Digital Signage Experience Awards (DIZZIE) Finalist

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading digital signage and media solutions provider Creative Realities, Inc. (NASDAQ: CREX, CREXW, CRI) today announces it has been named a finalist in the Venue category of the 2023 Digital Signage Experience Award (DIZZIE) for the digital transformation efforts for the San Antonio Spurs, at Frost Bank Center, previously named ATT Center.

Key Points: 
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading digital signage and media solutions provider Creative Realities, Inc. (NASDAQ: CREX, CREXW, CRI) today announces it has been named a finalist in the Venue category of the 2023 Digital Signage Experience Award (DIZZIE) for the digital transformation efforts for the San Antonio Spurs, at Frost Bank Center, previously named ATT Center.
  • The awards program is presented by Digital Signage Experience (DSE) and honors visionaries from around the world whose digital signage campaigns and installations challenge existing standards and drive the industry forward.
  • The result is Creative Realities designing and deploying a highly functional, well-performing and bespoke digital signage across key strategic zones across the Arena ecosystem.
  • We congratulate Creative Realities and Lee Summers, President of Sports & Entertainment on being named a finalist.”
    The judges for the DIZZIE Awards were provided by the Digital Signage Federation , and represent some of the most innovative thinkers in the digital signage industry.

Jones Brothers Bring Pink to the NBA in Honor of Mother

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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WASHINGTON and SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NBA players and brothers Tre and Tyus Jones are kicking off the 2023-2024 NBA season by dedicating their first two games to their mother, Debbie Jones, who is a breast cancer survivor.

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  • WASHINGTON and SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NBA players and brothers Tre and Tyus Jones are kicking off the 2023-2024 NBA season by dedicating their first two games to their mother, Debbie Jones, who is a breast cancer survivor.
  • Tre and Tyus will suit up in pink gear for the games.
  • Breast cancer survivors in both cities have been invited to these games and will have a chance to meet and greet the brothers and their mom in their respective cities.
  • "We appreciate the attention Tre and Tyus are bringing to breast cancer by honoring their mother and sharing her experience with NBA fans.

Aramark Sports + Entertainment Launches ‘Aura’

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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Aramark Sports + Entertainment (Aramark, NYSE: ARMK), the award-winning food and beverage partner at premier stadiums, arenas, convention centers, cultural attractions, and unique entertainment destinations across North America, today announced the launch of Aura , an elevated approach to premium service that will deliver an unmatched hospitality experience paired with exceptional culinary talent.

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  • Aramark Sports + Entertainment (Aramark, NYSE: ARMK), the award-winning food and beverage partner at premier stadiums, arenas, convention centers, cultural attractions, and unique entertainment destinations across North America, today announced the launch of Aura , an elevated approach to premium service that will deliver an unmatched hospitality experience paired with exceptional culinary talent.
  • “Aura is a first-of-its-kind approach to premium hospitality programming that addresses every aspect of the guest experience, from exquisite culinary offerings to extraordinary service,” said Alison Birdwell, President and CEO of Aramark Sports + Entertainment.
  • Aramark and Starr will meet quarterly to collaborate on new menu and concept development, evolving service standards, and market trends to ensure an innovative approach to Aura’s programming.
  • Sleek yet comfortable furniture was thoughtfully chosen to invite guests to relax and socialize in the captivating entertainment space.

NERD Focus Returns as Official Energy Drink Partner of New Jersey Devils, Prudential Center

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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FREEHOLD, N.J., Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NERD Focus – the energy drink with powerful nootropics and performance-boosting nutrients – today announces its triumphant return as the official energy drink of the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center for a second season. Building on the resounding success of their inaugural partnership, NERD Focus is set to elevate the fan experience and energize the top five world-ranked home of the Devils.

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  • The energy drink with powerful nootropics returns for a second season to bring an unstoppable wave of energy to Devils' fans at the top five world-ranked Prudential Center.
  • FREEHOLD, N.J., Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NERD Focus – the energy drink with powerful nootropics and performance-boosting nutrients – today announces its triumphant return as the official energy drink of the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center for a second season.
  • NERD Focus is also back with its "Devil in Focus," a dynamic fan-driven segment launching across the Devils' social media platforms.
  • "NERD Focus has become the preferred choice for fulfilling our fans' energy drink needs" adds Chad Biggs, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships Activations at the New Jersey Devils & Prudential Center.

TEGNA Station KENS Teams with San Antonio Spurs to Air 11 Games in 2023-24 Season

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that KENS, its CBS affiliate in San Antonio, Texas, and the official TV station of the San Antonio Spurs, will air 11 Spurs games exclusively during the 2023-2024 season.

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  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that KENS, its CBS affiliate in San Antonio, Texas, and the official TV station of the San Antonio Spurs, will air 11 Spurs games exclusively during the 2023-2024 season.
  • Spurs games appearing on KENS will be available to more than 1 million households in the San Antonio region on KENS 5 TV, the KENS 5 streaming app, the official Spurs mobile app and through KENS’ partnerships with cable, satellite and streaming services that offer live TV programming.
  • “As fans gear up for an epic season, we’re pleased to partner with the Spurs and the NBA to bring these 11 heart-pounding games to every single household across San Antonio,” said Brad Ramsey, senior vice president, media operations, TEGNA.
  • Monday, November 20: Los Angeles Clippers @ San Antonio Spurs, 7 p.m.
    Friday, November 24: San Antonio Spurs @ Golden State Warriors, 9 p.m.
    Saturday, December 23: San Antonio Spurs @ Dallas Mavericks, 7:30 p.m.
    Friday, January 12: Charlotte Hornets @ San Antonio Spurs, 9 p.m.
    Saturday, January 27: Minnesota Timberwolves @ San Antonio Spurs, 7:30 p.m.
    Saturday, February 3: Cleveland Cavaliers @ San Antonio Spurs, 7:30 p.m.
    Saturday, February 10: San Antonio Spurs @ Brooklyn Nets, 5 p.m.
    Thursday, February 29: Oklahoma City Thunder @ San Antonio Spurs, 7:30 p.m.
    Tuesday, March 12: Houston Rockets @ San Antonio Spurs, 7:30 p.m.
    Friday, March 15: Denver Nuggets vs. San Antonio Spurs @ Moody Center, 7:30 p.m.
    Friday, April 5: San Antonio Spurs @ New Orleans Pelicans, 7 p.m.
    KENS’ evening sports anchor Nate Ryan will appear for select halftime commentary for Spurs games airing on KENS.

PREMIUM TEQUILA BRAND, HIJOLE! EXPANDS SPORTS MARKETING PORTFOLIO WITH BOXING FIGHT SPONSORSHIP

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Premium tequila brand, Híjole! sponsored the highly anticipated Canelo vs. Charlo fight on September 30th. This sponsorship came as a part of Híjole's strategic plan to expand its presence in the sports world and connect with a wider audience.

Key Points: 
  • Rising Star Tequila Brand Sponsored Canelo vs. Charlo Fight On September 30th
    NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Premium tequila brand, Híjole!
  • had prominent visibility throughout the event, including branding on the boxing ring, corner pads, and in-arena signage.
  • Through these campaigns, the brand aimed to reach a broader audience of boxing fans and showcased the premium quality and distinctive taste of their tequila.
  • Tequila's partnership with the Canelo vs. Charlo fight marks another milestone in the brand's commitment to sports marketing.