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PGA of America Named a Global Partner of Women's Golf Day

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Monday, June 6, 2022

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The PGA of America was named a global partner of Women's Golf Day (WGD), as part of the Association's ongoing commitment to Inclusion and Diversity. 

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The PGA of America was named a global partner of Women's Golf Day (WGD), as part of the Association's ongoing commitment to Inclusion and Diversity.
  • Elisa Gaudet, Founder of Women's Golf Day added, "We are thrilled to have the support of the PGA of America.
  • Callaway Golf, FootJoy, GloveIt, Golf Town, Titleist, RBC, The R&A, PGA of America, PGA TOUR Superstore and The USGA.
  • Women's Golf Day is also proudly supported by: All Square, Annika Foundation, Asian Golf, Chronogolf, ClubCorp, Cutter & Buck, EGCOA, European Tour, European Tour Properties, The First Tee, Gallus Golf, The Golf Channel, GolfNow, Imperial Headwear, International Golf Federation, LET, Modest Golf Management, NGCOA, NGCOA Canada, PGA TOUR, Players First, Prestige Flag, Sky Sports,TopGolf, TopTracer, TPC Properties, Troon Golf, Troon International, WE ARE GOLF, Women & Golf, Women's Golf & Travel, The World Golf Foundation and more.

Litehouse Inc. Partners with Professional Golfer Justin Lower

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

SANDPOINT, Idaho, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Litehouse Inc. , a 100% employee-owned company and leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips,sauces,cheese and other innovative consumer packaged goods, is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with professional golfer Justin Lower, a member of the PGA TOUR in 2022.

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  • SANDPOINT, Idaho, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Litehouse Inc. , a 100% employee-owned company and leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips,sauces,cheese and other innovative consumer packaged goods, is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with professional golfer Justin Lower, a member of the PGA TOUR in 2022.
  • "Justin Lower is a phenomenal athlete with an equally impressive heart," said Kelly Prior, President & CEO, Litehouse Inc. "His commitment to helping others through philanthropy and strong ties to his local community make him the ideal athlete to represent the Litehouse brand.
  • "I'm thrilled to be partnering with Litehouse for my first season on the PGA TOUR," said Justin Lower.
  • During his career as a professional, Justin has amassed many wins on the developmental circuits of professional golf, including the 2012 and 2015 Ohio Open.

Full Swing Helping Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen Prepare for Capital One's The Match

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

People have followed Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen viral smack talk on social media but they also have seen some of them using the latest golf technology from Full Swing preparing for a worldwide stage at The Wynn Golf Club in Las Vegas.

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  • People have followed Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen viral smack talk on social media but they also have seen some of them using the latest golf technology from Full Swing preparing for a worldwide stage at The Wynn Golf Club in Las Vegas.
  • Just this weekend Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen, both members of #TeamFullSwing, took to instagram to show off their swings while using the new Full Swing KIT Launch Monitor out on the range to track their swing data and propel their training.
  • "The technology is next level and to have it in the comfort of my own home is pretty sweet."
  • For more information on the Full Swing simulator or Full Swing KIT Launch Monitor, or to place an order, visit FullSwingGolf.com.

Baker Tilly Swings Big With Brand Ambassador Cameron Smith

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

Leading advisory CPA firm Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) announces PGA TOUR professional Cameron Smith as its brand ambassador.

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  • Leading advisory CPA firm Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) announces PGA TOUR professional Cameron Smith as its brand ambassador.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220519005039/en/
    Baker Tilly announces PGA TOUR professional Cameron Smith as its brand ambassador.
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    We admire Cameron Smiths originality on and off the course, said Baker Tilly CEO Alan Whitman.
  • Thats a big reason I decided to partner with Baker Tilly and represent a firm with a shared drive for what's next.

STN Video Renews Multi-Year Digital Highlights Distribution Agreement with the PGA TOUR

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

STN news publishers will continue to have distribution rights to PGA TOUR video content including:

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  • STN news publishers will continue to have distribution rights to PGA TOUR video content including:
    Over 100 Official PGA TOUR highlights per round for every PGA TOUR event including THE PLAYERS Championship and FedExCup Playoffs, round and event previews and recaps, shots of the day, golfer interviews, features and other fan-centric content
    Official highlights and coverage from the PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Canada, and PGA TOUR Latinoamrica
    NEW YORK, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - STN Video is pleased to announce the multi-year renewal of their exclusive partnership with the PGA TOUR to distribute digital video highlights to news publishers.
  • The PGA TOUR provides STN with one of the largest golf video content offerings in all of digital sports.
  • Over the course of this partnership with the PGA TOUR, STN Video has delivered hundreds of millions of video views to engaged golf fans.
  • STN Video is North America's largest independent online video platform, helping digital publishers, content providers and advertisers thrive with online video.

DraftKings Launches Mobile Sportsbook and iGaming Products in Ontario

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

BOSTON, May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced the launch of its online sportsbook and online casino products in Ontario, Canada.

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  • BOSTON, May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced the launch of its online sportsbook and online casino products in Ontario, Canada.
  • Customers in Ontario will be able to enjoy an array of parlay options, including DraftKings same-game-parlay feature all available at their fingertips through the user-friendly DraftKings Sportsbook app.
  • DraftKings entry into Canada with our online sportsbook and online casino products is a significant milestone in our expansion efforts as we reach nearly 40-percent of Canada's total population," said Jason Robins, DraftKings co-founder, chairman and CEO.
  • DraftKings Sportsbook is live with mobile and/or retail betting operations in the United States pursuant to regulations in 18 states and in Ontario, Canada.

European Golfers Matt Fitzpatrick and Shane Lowry, Ranked 17th and 27th in the World, Join The DemandScience Team as Brand Ambassadors

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

The addition of Fitzpatrick and Lowry to DemandSciences team of sports partners adds international distinction that maps to the companys largest European offices.

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  • The addition of Fitzpatrick and Lowry to DemandSciences team of sports partners adds international distinction that maps to the companys largest European offices.
  • I know how insights from accurate data help me get the most out of my game, explained Matt Fitzpatrick.
  • Fitzpatrick was born in Sheffield, England and has consistently been one of the finest golfers across the globe since he won the U.S.
  • Everyone at DemandScience is incredibly excited and proud that Matt Fitzpatrick and Shane Lowry are now part of our team of brand ambassadors, said DemandScience Chair and CEO Peter Cannone.

DraftKings Announces Jason Park’s Participation in Upcoming Virtual Event

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Headquartered in Boston, and launched in 2012 by Jason Robins, Matt Kalish and Paul Liberman, DraftKings is the only U.S.-based vertically integrated sports betting operator.

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  • Headquartered in Boston, and launched in 2012 by Jason Robins, Matt Kalish and Paul Liberman, DraftKings is the only U.S.-based vertically integrated sports betting operator.
  • DraftKings is a multi-channel provider of sports betting and gaming technologies, powering sports and gaming entertainment for operators in 17 countries.
  • DraftKings Sportsbook is live with mobile and/or retail betting operations in the United States pursuant to regulations in 18 states.
  • DraftKings also owns Vegas Sports Information Network (VSiN), a multi-platform broadcast and content company.

Kansas Radar Company to Showcase Launch Monitor Engineered for Tiger Woods

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Friday, May 13, 2022

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Full Swing KIT Launch Monitor returns home after a successful debut behind Tiger Woods at The Masters this April. The golf launch monitor that reports instant measured feedback across 16 data points, is powered by innovative radar technology that was developed in Lawrence by Ainstein. The device will be showcased at the Korn Ferry Tour's AdventHealth Championship on May 16 - May 22 at Blue Hills Country Club for spectators to experience live demonstrations and purchase at an exclusive discount on-site.

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  • The Full Swing KIT launch monitor, powered by Ainstein's radar technology, will be displayed at the 2022 AdventHealth Championship
    OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Full Swing KIT Launch Monitor returns home after a successful debut behind Tiger Woods at The Masters this April.
  • The golf launch monitor that reports instant measured feedback across 16 data points, is powered by innovative radar technology that was developed in Lawrence by Ainstein.
  • "I asked Full Swing to develop a launch monitor that I knew I could trust every shot with.
  • Now offered in Outdoor, Indoor and Game Mode, the KIT Launch Monitor provides precision in-flight ball tracking made possible through micro-Doppler radar technology developed in Lawrence, Kansas by Ainstein.

DraftKings Completes Acquisition of Golden Nugget Online Gaming

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

BOSTON, May 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced the completion of its acquisition of Golden Nugget Online Gaming, Inc. (Golden Nugget Online Gaming or GNOG) (the GNOG Acquisition).

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  • BOSTON, May 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced the completion of its acquisition of Golden Nugget Online Gaming, Inc. (Golden Nugget Online Gaming or GNOG) (the GNOG Acquisition).
  • DraftKings will integrate Golden Nugget Online Gaming employees across its business, including Thomas Winter, who will transition to General Manager of North America iGaming, from his previous role as President of Golden Nugget Online Gaming.
  • DraftKings plans to bring Golden Nugget Online Gaming onto its in-house technology, which is expected to deliver cost savings by reducing Golden Nugget Online Gamings third-party platform costs, operating expenses, and vendor costs.
  • Jefferies served as lead financial advisor to Golden Nugget Online Gaming, and White & Case LLP served as legal counsel to Golden Nugget Online Gaming.