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USA Pickleball Grants Official Paddle Approval and Certification for OWL Paddles to be Used in all USAP Sanctioned Tournaments, Leagues and Events

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The OWL pickleball paddle, an OWL Sport product, just received the USA Pickleball (USAP) certification that makes it 100% USAP tournament play-approved and certified for amateur and professional players to use at any event or competition in the world. The OWL is known for being the first USAP Quiet Category-certified paddle, delivering a 50% reduction in total noise profile while raising the bar on paddle performance. It was also announced that OWL is now an official paddle sponsor of the Association of Pickleball Players (APP), and currently the only one that reduces noise.

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  • It was also announced that OWL is now an official paddle sponsor of the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) , and currently the only one that reduces noise.
  • "We are honored to announce the OWL as an official APP paddle, building on our commitment to get more people playing pickleball more often."
  • "This partnership, coupled with our new USAP approval and certification, has positioned OWL to make an even bigger impact on the growing sport."
  • For more information on OWL Sport or to order the OWL paddle, visit owlpaddle.c om or follow @Owlpickleball on Facebook , Instagram , TikTok and X .

John McEnroe, Drew Brees Join Pickleball Pros to Prove How Quiet The OWL Pickleball Paddles Really Are

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OWL Sport recently unveiled the first USA Pickleball Quiet Category-certified paddle proven to reduce noise by 50 percent. Today, tennis legend John McEnroe and former NFL quarterback Drew Brees took to the court alongside top pickleball pros to showcase how quiet the OWL paddle technology is while demonstrating the paddle's elite performance capabilities.

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  • Today, tennis legend John McEnroe and former NFL quarterback Drew Brees took to the court alongside top pickleball pros to showcase how quiet the OWL paddle technology is while demonstrating the paddle's elite performance capabilities.
  • "I think the OWL paddle technology is going to revolutionize the game of pickleball," said John McEnroe, OWL Sport ambassador and 17-time Grand Slam tennis champion.
  • "Unlike me, it is quiet but like me the OWL really performs and you know how much I like to win!"
  • For more information on OWL Sport or to order the OWL paddle, visit owlpaddle.com or follow along on Facebook , Instagram , TikTok and X .

FCB New York Wins Sports Emmy for Michelob ULTRA’s “McEnroe vs McEnroe”

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

With over 10 million views, “McEnroe vs McEnroe” became one of the most-watched sports events of the year, besting the 2021 NBA Finals.

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  • With over 10 million views, “McEnroe vs McEnroe” became one of the most-watched sports events of the year, besting the 2021 NBA Finals.
  • This win marks the first Sports Emmy for both Michelob ULTRA and FCB New York, which, throughout their multi-year partnership, have been pushing the boundaries of technology in novel ways to enhance the enjoyment of sports.
  • To date, “McEnroe vs McEnroe” has earned more than 120 media placements, with Sports Illustrated saying it “could be the future of sports” and Yahoo!
  • praising it for “reinventing sports entertainment.” Since the launch of the program, organic searches for “Michelob ULTRA” have grown by 95%.

Meet DINK - The "Official Drink of Pickleballers"

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

JERSEY SHORE, Pa., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DINK, the first-of-its-kind pickleball recovery drink, today announced its official release in three refreshing flavors – lemon lime, orange and pineapple. Made with all natural ingredients, DINK marries lighthearted hydration with minerals and electrolytes to replenish and recharge pickleball players, while also supplying pickleball lifestyle apparel and gear featuring the brand's mascot, the Volley Llama. The spirited and playful spokesllama is featured on vibrant apparel, including limited edition tees, jackets, performance gear, equipment and more.

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  • Players and fans will also be able to find DINK at courts across the country, as DINK and USA Pickleball entered into a multi-year agreement, announced today.
  • The three-year partnership, with DINK serving as the Official Isotonic Beverage of USA Pickleball, will begin this spring.
  • "DINK, from the premium beverages to our lifestyle line, is formulated specifically for pickleballers," said Joe Feerrar, Co-Founder, DINK.
  • We are thrilled to partner with USA Pickleball and the Inaugural Pickleball Slam to introduce DINK to the pickleball community."

Grey Group appoints Gabriel Schmitt as Global Chief Creative Officer

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Friday, March 3, 2023

NEW YORK, March 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Grey Group announces the latest addition to its global leadership team: Gabriel Schmitt joins as Global Chief Creative Officer. He will report to Global CEO Laura Maness.

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  • NEW YORK, March 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Grey Group announces the latest addition to its global leadership team: Gabriel Schmitt joins as Global Chief Creative Officer.
  • Among the most successful creative leaders in our industry and recently recognized by Adweek50, Gabriel joins Grey Group from FCB NY, where he was Co-Chief Creative Officer.
  • At Grey Group, Gabriel will be responsible for fueling a creative-led culture that delivers breakthrough performance and adds to its reputation for pioneering industry firsts.
  • With an entrepreneurial spirit, international experience, and a desire to unify, inspire and support Grey's global creative community across 50+ countries, Gabriel will be based in New York where he currently resides and will be working closely with recently appointed Chief Creative Officer of Grey New York, Thiago Cruz.

Horizon Sports & Experiences, in partnership with InsideOut Sports & Entertainment and Hard Rock, Announces Inaugural Pickleball Slam Featuring Tennis Legends Agassi, Chang, McEnroe, and Roddick

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Sports & Experiences (HS&E), an innovative agency combining sports, experiential marketing and media capabilities, announced the Inaugural Pickleball Slam featuring tennis legends Andre Agassi, Michael Chang, John McEnroe, and Andy Roddick competing for a $1 million purse. Created and produced by HS&E and InsideOut Sports & Entertainment (ISE), the 2023 event will be held at Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida on Sunday, April 2 and will be televised live exclusively on ESPN at 12:00 PM Eastern, immediately ahead of the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship.

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  • "Pickleball is nothing short of a cultural phenomenon – experiencing a meteoric rise across genders, age groups, geographies, and income levels.
  • The inaugural Slam will feature two legends' singles matches pitting Roddick versus Chang, followed by McEnroe versus Agassi in the second match.
  • The final match of the day will be a doubles match with McEnroe and Chang competing against Roddick and Agassi.
  • The 2023 Pickleball Slam includes an amateur challenge, which will be played on Friday, March 31 and Saturday, April 1.

FCB Takes Titanium Lion for 3rd Consecutive Year — A First in Cannes History

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Monday, June 27, 2022

CANNES, France, June 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the 2022 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, FCB became the first in Cannes Lions history to win the coveted Titanium Lion three years in a row.

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  • CANNES, France, June 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the 2022 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, FCB became the first in Cannes Lions history to win the coveted Titanium Lion three years in a row.
  • Danilo Boer, FCB Global Creative Partner, said: Working with Virgin, LinkedIn and Made By Dyslexia on Dyslexic Thinking was truly inspiring.
  • In 2020/2021, Cannes Lions named FCB its Network of the Year for the first time in the networks nearly 150-year-history.
  • Visit fcb.com or follow @FCBglobal on Instagram and Twitter and FCB Global on Facebook and LinkedIn .

Michelob ULTRA Invites Tennis Legend John McEnroe to Celebrate His Journey to Joy

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michelob ULTRA, the beer brand that always reminds us to prioritize joy, is inviting legendary tennis player John McEnroe to look back at his incredible career and face-off against himself in the world's first real vs. virtual tennis match. "McEnroe vs. McEnroe" will debut Wednesday May 18 on ESPN2 and ESPN+ at 8pm ET, blending technology with the personal story of a tennis legend to allow fans to witness a unique, action-packed match between past and present. 

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  • From the moment he stepped on the professional scene more than 40 years ago, John McEnroe was a presence in the tennis world.
  • Fast forward to 2022 and Michelob ULTRA is inviting McEnroe to look back at his amazing accomplishments by playing against five versions of himself from pivotal moments his career in a real-time tennis match.
  • "It was a really cool experience to be able to interact with myself in a new way," said tennis legend John McEnroe.
  • To celebrate some friendly competition and help spread the joy, Michelob ULTRA will be offering fans limited-edition merchandise, deals on product, and more surprises.

Jason Colodne of Colbeck Capital Management Supports the Johnny Mac Tennis Project

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

NEW YORK, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Colbeck Capital Management, a leading, middle-market private credit manager focused on strategic lending, today shared that it is proud to support the efforts of the Johnny Mac Tennis Project.

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  • NEW YORK, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Colbeck Capital Management, a leading, middle-market private credit manager focused on strategic lending, today shared that it is proud to support the efforts of the Johnny Mac Tennis Project.
  • The Johnny Mac Tennis Project was founded by tennis great John McEnroe to increase the reach of the sport in underserved communities.
  • The Johnny Mac Tennis Project is, in part, the response of McEnroe's own quest to find the next greatest talent in the sport to come from the New York area.
  • The Johnny Mac Tennis Project is a testament to McEnroe's passion and dedication to the sport and its up-and-coming talent prospects.