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Patricof Co Invests in Premier Sports Education Institution IMG Academy

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Patricof Co (P/Co), the New York-based private investment platform, today announced an investment in IMG Academy, a leading global sports education institution.

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  • Patricof Co (P/Co), the New York-based private investment platform, today announced an investment in IMG Academy, a leading global sports education institution.
  • “This isn’t your average investment and IMG Academy isn’t your average prep school,” says Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys.
  • “What stood out to me, and ultimately why I wanted to invest here with Patricof Co, is the vision that IMG Academy has for its students.
  • “At IMG Academy, our purpose is to empower student-athletes to win their future,” says Brent Richard, CEO of IMG Academy.

The Players Alliance Announces Toni's Promise Softball Team Set to Compete in Jennie Finch Classic During MLB All-Star Week

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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Toni's Promise brings together top-tier talent from across the nation to compete in the Jennie Finch Classic during the 2023 MLB All-Star week in Seattle, WA.

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  • Toni's Promise brings together top-tier talent from across the nation to compete in the Jennie Finch Classic during the 2023 MLB All-Star week in Seattle, WA.
  • "The girls that were selected for this inaugural team are some of the best in the country and have a lot to bring to softball.
  • Geographical and economic challenges are barriers that may be easily addressed,'' said Curtis Granderson, Board chair of The Players Alliance.
  • Find a full Toni's Promise roster here and Jennie Finch Classic schedule of games here .

BTIG Announces Celebrity Ambassadors for BTIG Charity Day 2023

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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BTIG announced today its growing list of celebrity participants for the 17th BTIG Commissions for Charity Day on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

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  • BTIG announced today its growing list of celebrity participants for the 17th BTIG Commissions for Charity Day on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.
  • Charity Day kicks off the firm’s month-long effort, “Making a Difference in May,” when all employees are encouraged to give back to others.
  • “We are humbled to welcome an incredible roster of accomplished guests from across the sports, entertainment, business and political landscape.
  • They play a critical role in driving momentum leading up to the event, and increasing our fundraising opportunities,” said Steven Starker, Co-Founder of BTIG.

BTIG to Host 17th Commissions for Charity Day on May 2, 2023

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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BTIG announced today that it will host its 17thBTIG Commissions for Charity Day on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

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  • BTIG announced today that it will host its 17thBTIG Commissions for Charity Day on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.
  • Commissions for Charity Day is the firm’s signature philanthropic event and is part of a month-long effort, “Making A Difference in May”, when all employees are encouraged to give back to others.
  • "We are excited to once again host Charity Day in person.
  • “Commissions for Charity Day is unique in that it serves such a wide range of deserving organizations,” said Scott Kovalik, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of BTIG.

OVER 200 MLB STARS AND COACHES STAND WITH THE PLAYERS ALLIANCE TO HONOR JACKIE ROBINSON

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In ongoing efforts to increase access and opportunities for Black communities in every aspect of the game of baseball, The Players Alliance (TPA) will partner with over 200 MLB players and coaches, including Mookie Betts, Byron Buxton, Patrick Corbin, JP Crawford, Lucas Giolito, Clayton Kershaw, Matt Olson, Dansby Swanson, Taijuan Walker, and Christian Yelich, in honor of Jackie Robinson Day on April 15, 2023. Players and coaches committed to making the game more affordable and accessible will be seen wearing TPA's 2023 Jackie Robinson t-shirt and black wristband showcasing the baseball legend's Nine Values: courage, determination, commitment, persistence, integrity, justice, teamwork, citizenship, and excellence. On the day that all players wear number 42 in solidarity to commemorate Robinson, TPA will also partner with several MLB clubs and groups across the country which include the 2022 World Series Champion Houston Astros, Texas Rangers, and Los Angeles Dodgers. 

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  • Players and coaches committed to making the game more affordable and accessible will be seen wearing TPA's 2023 Jackie Robinson t-shirt and black wristband showcasing the baseball legend's Nine Values: courage, determination, commitment, persistence, integrity, justice, teamwork, citizenship, and excellence.
  • "Every year we're lucky to have players show great generosity to our mission.
  • "They can clearly see that the hearts of today's players are in lockstep with the mission of The Players Alliance."
  • To learn more about The Players Alliance and its work, visit www.playersalliance.org .

Former MLB All Stars gather to demonstrate how experience will always be the Best Teacher

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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In the Players Alliances clinic, athletes gathered in cohorts of ten around two former players to talk.

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  • In the Players Alliances clinic, athletes gathered in cohorts of ten around two former players to talk.
  • In this clinic, young people were allowed to ask any question about anything that ever made them want to quit the game.
  • We've spent months planning our future, we're excited to provide this experience to young people all over the country.
  • Getting these numbers up is important for the game and I know we're going to be successful."

melin Debuts CC Sabathia Signature Hat

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Monday, June 27, 2022
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melin teamed up with legendary New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia to launch his signature hat that captures his roots, his family and reflects his lifes journey.

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  • melin teamed up with legendary New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia to launch his signature hat that captures his roots, his family and reflects his lifes journey.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220627005603/en/
    melin teamed up with legendary New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia to launch his signature hat that captures his roots, his family and reflects his lifes journey.
  • Built for a day on the course or sweating in the gym, the melin Trenches Crest HYDRO hat is inspired by CCs life coast-to-coast while combining melins HYDRO technical features, making them quick-drying, durable, water resistant and comfortable.
  • Watch the melin CC Sabathia signature hat video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cFNjqeRhso&t=2s
    The melin x CC Sabathia signature hat retails at $79 and comes complete with a custom cinch sack and the following features:

THREE-TIME MLB ALL-STAR AND NEW YORK YANKEES STANDOUT AARON JUDGE SIGNS WITH BERK COMMUNICATIONS

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, announced today that it has signed New York Yankees three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger Aaron Judge to its roster of athletes and personalities.

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  • NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berk Communications , an award-winning, independent public relations firm, announced today that it has signed New York Yankees three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger Aaron Judge to its roster of athletes and personalities.
  • "Aaron Judge is the face of Major League Baseball and a true leader on and off the field for the New York Yankees," said Ron Berkowitz, Founder & CEO of Berk Communications.
  • "I'm thrilled to welcome Aaron to Berk and look forward to working with his team at PSI Sports to amplify his brand on and off the field."
  • Aaron Judge is a veteran right fielder for the New York Yankees, originally selected by the team in the 2013 MLB Draft.

MLB Players Donate Game Day Salary to Mark the 75th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson Breaking the Color Barrier

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Thursday, April 14, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Players Alliance, a nonprofit started by active and retired professional baseball players, announced commitments by players, coaches and staff to donate their game-day salary in recognition of the 75th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. The donations will help the charity launch new programs across the country.

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  • NEW YORK, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Players Alliance , a nonprofit started by active and retired professional baseball players, announced commitments by players, coaches and staff to donate their game-day salary in recognition of the 75th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier.
  • MLB players Lorenzo Cain, Jason Heyward, Aaron Hicks, Mike Moustakas and David Price are among those who've pledged to donate their full or partial game-day salary.
  • 75 years after Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier, Black players make up only 7% of all MLB players.
  • Funds raised this year for Jackie Robinson Day will allow The Players Alliance to directly invest in struggling inner city and rural baseball teams.

15 Seconds of Fame Relaunches 100% to Charity Platform

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Monday, November 1, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 15 Seconds of Fame (15SOF), the revolutionary social media app that uses a proprietary end-to-end tech stack to deliver fans their videoboard and TV broadcast appearances from live events, has rebranded and is relaunching its charity platform today as 15SOF Charity ( www.15sofcharity.com ).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 15 Seconds of Fame (15SOF), the revolutionary social media app that uses a proprietary end-to-end tech stack to deliver fans their videoboard and TV broadcast appearances from live events, has rebranded and is relaunching its charity platform today as 15SOF Charity ( www.15sofcharity.com ).
  • Many charities have seen funds dwindle as precious donations have been more targeted to those directly impacted by COVID-19."
  • Mackey continued by stating that," 15SOF continues to believe that 'charity should be charity', and thus will never take any platform fees, buyer's premiums or "tips".
  • 15SOF has worked with all the major sports leagues (NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL), numerous teams, and other entertainment rights holders.