Para-athletics

SIMONE BILES, JAMAL MURRAY AND COCO GAUFF LEAD THE NOMINATIONS FOR 2024 LAUREUS WORLD SPORTS AWARDS

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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London, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureus, the global organization that uses the power of sport to change the world, today announced nominations for the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards.

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  • London, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureus, the global organization that uses the power of sport to change the world, today announced nominations for the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards.
  • Florida surfer Caroline Marks is nominated for the Laureus World Action Sportsperson Award after winning her first world title.
  • The Laureus World Sports Awards also honour the work of over 300 programmes supported globally by Laureus Sport for Good, using the power of sport to change the world.
  • For more information, editorial imagery and the full list of Laureus World Sports Awards Nominees, click here .

Gaming and Leisure Properties Applauds Major League Baseball’s Landmark Decision to Bring the MLB Athletics to Las Vegas

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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WYOMISSING, Pa., Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (“GLPI”) (NASDAQ: GLPI) today issued the following statement following the announcement by Major League Baseball (“MLB”) that the league’s owners have approved the move of MLB’s Athletics (“A’s”) franchise to Las Vegas:

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  • WYOMISSING, Pa., Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (“GLPI”) (NASDAQ: GLPI) today issued the following statement following the announcement by Major League Baseball (“MLB”) that the league’s owners have approved the move of MLB’s Athletics (“A’s”) franchise to Las Vegas:
    “Today’s approval from Major League Baseball represents an important milestone in the collective effort to bring the Athletics’ franchise to Las Vegas.
  • We are excited about the opportunity to work with our partners to develop and construct an entertainment and casino resort integrated with the new A’s stadium on Gaming and Leisure Properties’ property to reinvent the site on the south end of the iconic Las Vegas Strip.
  • The letter of intent provides for the Athletics to be granted fee ownership by GLPI of approximately 9 acres of GLPI’s 35-acre site for construction of the stadium.
  • The letter of intent stipulates that the Athletics will assume all costs associated with the design, development, and construction of the stadium and Bally’s Corporation shall assume all costs for the entertainment and casino resort and hotel.

Ken Hall, Heather Hennigar, and Robin McKeever named Canadian Paralympic Sport Awards coaching winners

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 2, 2023 /CNW/ - Three esteemed Paralympic sport coaches – Ken Hall, Heather Hennigar, and Robin McKeever – are set to receive Canadian Paralympic Sport Awards, the Canadian Paralympic Committee announced on Thursday.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 2, 2023 /CNW/ - Three esteemed Paralympic sport coaches – Ken Hall, Heather Hennigar, and Robin McKeever – are set to receive Canadian Paralympic Sport Awards, the Canadian Paralympic Committee announced on Thursday.
  • The recipients will receive their awards at Friday's 2023 Petro-Canada Sport Leadership Awards Gala hosted by the Coaching Association of Canada in Calgary.
  • "Quality coaching is absolutely integral to the development, growth, and success of Paralympic sport, and all three coaching award recipients embody the best in leadership," said Karen O'Neill, CEO, Canadian Paralympic Committee.
  • A huge congratulations to Ken, Heather, and Robin for this much-deserved recognition, and we are thrilled to celebrate your many accomplishments."

Clubhouse Media Group, Inc. Closes Promo Deal With Nick Swisher, World Series Champion

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clubhouse Media Group, Inc. (OTCMKTS: CMGR) ("CMGR"), a social media firm and digital agency, announced that they have finalized a brand promotional deal Nick Swisher, former MLB outfielder and first baseman.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clubhouse Media Group, Inc. (OTCMKTS: CMGR) ("CMGR"), a social media firm and digital agency, announced that they have finalized a brand promotional deal Nick Swisher, former MLB outfielder and first baseman.
  • He played for various teams such as the Oakland Athletics, Cleveland Indians, and New York Yankees (where he would go on to win the 2009 World Series).
  • "Nick Swisher is such a recognizable name in the MLB" said a representative of CMGR.
  • "I hope we can work on more deals with him and other players in the future."

ON LOCATION UNVEILS BRAND NEW HOSPITALITY PROGRAM FOR THE PARALYMPIC GAMES PARIS 2024

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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PARIS, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, On Location, the official Hospitality provider for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, unveils its Paralympic hospitality program for the Paralympic Games Paris 2024, which will take place from August 28 to September 8 next year. Over 11 days, 4,400 Para athletes will take part in a series of sporting events set to thrill and captivate fans from all over the world. One of the world's largest sporting events, spectators will be able to experience the Paralympic Games like never before through hospitality experiences offered for seven sports: wheelchair basketball, Para athletics, Para judo, Para swimming, wheelchair rugby, wheelchair tennis, and Para cycling track—as well as for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Paralympic Games. 

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  • For the first time in history, the Paralympic Games will offer fans around the world an elevated hospitality program
    PARIS, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, On Location , the official Hospitality provider for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, unveils its Paralympic hospitality program for the Paralympic Games Paris 2024, which will take place from August 28 to September 8 next year.
  • Paul Caine, President of On Location and IMG Events said, "As the official Hospitality provider for the Paralympic Games Paris 2024, our mission is to shape unforgettable moments that celebrate diversity and forge treasured connections.
  • Guests will also receive an exclusive commemorative Paralympic Games Paris 2024 gift as a souvenir.
  • With the exception of the Paris 2024 Ticketing Program, the official Paris 2024 Hospitality Program is the only risk-free way to secure attendance to the Games as these are the only official and safe sources to buy tickets and hospitality packages for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024.

Billy Beane, EVP of the Oakland A’s and Pioneer of Moneyball, and Annie Duke, Author and Former Professional Poker Player, to Headline Monte Carlo’s Data Observability Summit

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Today, Monte Carlo , the data observability leader, announced its keynote speakers for IMPACT: The Data Observability Summit, its annual virtual conference taking place November 8, 2023.

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  • Today, Monte Carlo , the data observability leader, announced its keynote speakers for IMPACT: The Data Observability Summit, its annual virtual conference taking place November 8, 2023.
  • Duke is a World Series of Poker gold bracelet winner and a top-five leading money winner among women in WSOP history.
  • The company has driven and led the G2 category for data observability two quarters in a row, and achieved leader status in the GigaOM Radar for Data Observability.
  • IMPACT 2023 will be the third iteration of Monte Carlo’s marquee event and the world’s first conference dedicated to data observability.

United States Dragon Boat Federation Announces the Inaugural Team USA Paradragons to Compete at 2023 World Championships in Thailand

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States Dragon Boat Federation (USDBF) has assembled the inaugural Team USA Paradragons to compete at the 16th International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) World Dragon Boat Racing Championships (WDBRC) at the Royal Thai Navy Rowing and Canoeing Training Center in Pattaya, Thailand on August 7-13, 2023.

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  • Fifty athletes with physical disabilities and support paddlers to compete at the World Dragon Boat Racing Championships in Pattaya, Thailand
    WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States Dragon Boat Federation (USDBF) has assembled the inaugural Team USA Paradragons to compete at the 16th International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) World Dragon Boat Racing Championships (WDBRC) at the Royal Thai Navy Rowing and Canoeing Training Center in Pattaya, Thailand on August 7-13, 2023.
  • This is the first year that the IDBF is including a Paradragons division at the World Dragon Boat Racing Championships.
  • Paradragon athletes will compete in a 10-person small boat and 20-person standard dragon boat in the 200-meter sprint, 500-meter mid-distance, 1000-meter and 2,000-meter races.
  • Team USA Paradragons captains are Jasmin Bailey of Alexandria, Virginia and Michael Yu of Long Beach, California.

Master Athletics Partners with the Professional Pickleball Registry

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Master Athletics, a leading manufacturer of pickleball and platform tennis paddles, balls and accessories, has announced an official corporate partnership with the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR).

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  • YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Master Athletics , a leading manufacturer of pickleball and platform tennis paddles, balls and accessories, has announced an official corporate partnership with the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR).
  • "Being at the grassroots of pickleball is in our DNA, so to partner with the PPR is incredibly exciting for everyone at Master.
  • PPR is the official education and certification partner of the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA).
  • PPR is a subsidiary of the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and combines PTR's 40+ years of expertise in the racquets industry with the expertise of 5-time National Pickleball Champion, Sarah Ansboury, to develop courses and workshop materials to certify PPR members to teach pickleball.

New Adaptive Student Athlete Program (ASAP) expands access to top-tier competitions

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Guardian Life Insurance Company of America (Guardian), a leading provider of disability insurance, is announcing a multi-year grant to the University of Michigan Adaptive Sports and Fitness (ASF) program for the creation of the Adaptive Student Athlete Program (ASAP). This national program significantly expands access to competitive opportunities in Para track and field, wheelchair tennis, and wheelchair basketball for collegiate student athletes with disabilities, paving the way for them to increase their participation and receive equitable recognition alongside their able-bodied peers.

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  • Guardian and the University of Michigan partner on program that expands competitive access ahead of Paralympic Games.
  • NEW YORK, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Guardian Life Insurance Company of America (Guardian), a leading provider of disability insurance, is announcing a multi-year grant to the University of Michigan Adaptive Sports and Fitness (ASF) program for the creation of the Adaptive Student Athlete Program (ASAP).
  • This national program significantly expands access to competitive opportunities in Para track and field, wheelchair tennis, and wheelchair basketball for collegiate student athletes with disabilities, paving the way for them to increase their participation and receive equitable recognition alongside their able-bodied peers.
  • Guardian and the University of Michigan partner on program that expands competitive access ahead of Paralympic Games.

Four Paralympians elected to Canadian Paralympic Athletes' Council

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Four Paralympians have been elected by their fellow athletes to the Canadian Paralympic Athletes' Council, the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) announced today.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Four Paralympians have been elected by their fellow athletes to the Canadian Paralympic Athletes' Council, the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) announced today.
  • "I am extremely excited to be elected to the Canadian Paralympic Athletes' Council," said Burk, originally from Charlottetown, PEI but now living in Ottawa.
  • The Canadian Paralympic Athletes' Council is an elected group of current and retired Paralympic athletes who advocate for the best interests of Canada's Paralympians and the Paralympic Movement in Canada.
  • "We look forward to working alongside the new Athletes' Council as we continue to grow and evolve Paralympic sport in Canada," said Karen O'Neill, CEO, Canadian Paralympic Committee.