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Sports Diplomacy: Uzbekistan Ambassador Invites UK and Uzbek Cricketers for Talks

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Monday, January 22, 2024

LONDON, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In what has become his trademark style, recently appointed Uzbekistan Ambassador Ravshan Usmanov today continued his high-energy round of get-acquainted meetings with key people in unusual fields by bringing together cricketers from the UK and from his homeland to discuss how their sport serves the bilateral relationship.

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  • But he has also been inviting spokesmen for more surprising corners of society to discuss their current relationships with Uzbekistan.
  • A businessman, with an MBA from Warwick University, Mr. Mihliev says cricket is the fastest growing sport in Uzbekistan.
  • "We have high expectations of the UK helping Uzbek cricket rise quickly to professional levels," he said.
  • Both Mr. Gaffney and Mr. Mihliev paid credit to Sophie Ibbotson, a UK brand ambassador for the Uzbekistan Tourism Committee, for bringing them together.

Sports Diplomacy: Uzbekistan Ambassador Invites UK and Uzbek Cricketers for Talks

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Monday, January 22, 2024

LONDON, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In what has become his trademark style, recently appointed Uzbekistan Ambassador Ravshan Usmanov today continued his high-energy round of get-acquainted meetings with key people in unusual fields by bringing together cricketers from the UK and from his homeland to discuss how their sport serves the bilateral relationship.

Key Points: 
  • But he has also been inviting spokesmen for more surprising corners of society to discuss their current relationships with Uzbekistan.
  • A businessman, with an MBA from Warwick University, Mr. Mihliev says cricket is the fastest growing sport in Uzbekistan.
  • "We have high expectations of the UK helping Uzbek cricket rise quickly to professional levels," he said.
  • Both Mr. Gaffney and Mr. Mihliev paid credit to Sophie Ibbotson, a UK brand ambassador for the Uzbekistan Tourism Committee, for bringing them together.

SPIRE Academy Introduces Women's Volleyball Program Led by Nia Grant

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Monday, January 22, 2024

GENEVA, Ohio, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SPIRE Academy is thrilled to unveil its highly anticipated women's volleyball program, led by the accomplished and experienced Nia Grant. In a recent interview, Coach Grant shared her dedication to building a robust roster, engaging with the community, and scouting top-tier talent. As SPIRE Academy women's volleyball gears up for its inaugural season later this year, Grant brings a fresh perspective to coaching, emphasizing individualized approaches for each player.

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  • SPIRE Academy launches its women's volleyball program under Coach Nia Grant's leadership, emphasizing individualized coaching and a global platform for aspiring athletes.
  • GENEVA, Ohio, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SPIRE Academy is thrilled to unveil its highly anticipated women's volleyball program , led by the accomplished and experienced Nia Grant .
  • As SPIRE Academy women's volleyball gears up for its inaugural season later this year, Grant brings a fresh perspective to coaching, emphasizing individualized approaches for each player.
  • He added that SPIRE is confident that Coach Nia Grant's leadership will enable the Women's Volleyball Program to tap into the global volleyball market.

LOS ANGELES GOLF CLUB (LAGC) FORMALLY ANNOUNCES 10% GIVE-BACK MODEL, COMMITTING FUNDS TO REVITALIZING MAGGIE HATHAWAY GOLF COURSE

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC), the inaugural team in TGL presented by SoFi, underscores its dedication to community development, youth engagement, and expanding access to golf by formally announcing their 10% give-back commitment to the Maggie Hathaway Golf Course restoration project.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC), the inaugural team in TGL presented by SoFi, underscores its dedication to community development, youth engagement, and expanding access to golf by formally announcing their 10% give-back commitment to the Maggie Hathaway Golf Course restoration project.
  • Ten percent of the Club's annual sponsorship revenues will go directly to revitalizing the Maggie Hathaway Golf course and facility, furthering their commitment to making golf more accessible, for everyone.
  • The history of Maggie Hathaway Golf Course in Los Angeles intertwines with the story of Maggie Hathaway herself and her efforts to promote inclusivity in golf.
  • Over the years, the Maggie Hathaway Golf Course has developed both in facilities and in its role within the community.

EASTSIDE GOLF ANNOUNCES KEY INVESTMENT FROM EP GOLF VENTURES, AN INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN ELYSIAN PARK VENTURES AND THE PGA OF AMERICA

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

NEW YORK and FRISCO, Texas, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastside Golf, the lifestyle golf brand dedicated to driving change and creating a more culturally relevant point of view of the game, announced it has closed a seed round led by EP Golf Ventures, an investment partnership between the PGA of America and Elysian Park Ventures, the private investment arm affiliated with the Los Angeles Dodgers ownership group. The investment from EP Golf Ventures will accelerate Eastside Golf's growth as it launches new product lines and will support its efforts to use fashion to change the cultural conversation around golf, creating new entry points to the game for young athletes and emerging professionals.

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  • The PGA of America is deeply committed to investing in the evolution of the modern golf culture and inviting and cultivating a broader participation in golf.
  • As a PGA of America Golf Professional, I'm especially honored to have the support of EP Golf Ventures as we enter into our next chapter."
  • "The goal with Eastside Golf is to change how people around the world view the sport," added Eastside Golf Co-Founder Olajuwon Ajanaku.
  • Eastside Golf is deeply committed to supporting and spotlighting HBCU golf and has donated a cumulative $150K to support the Morehouse College golf team.

Gridiron Football Advances Youth Football with Historic Weekend and Special Guests, Vanita Krouch, Lyndsey Fry, and Trey McBride

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

DALLAS, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gridiron Football made history twice last weekend in Arizona with the first-ever coaches conference and showcase exclusively for girls flag football, and the first-ever youth football tournament for flag football and 7v7 football teams.

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  • DALLAS, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gridiron Football made history twice last weekend in Arizona with the first-ever coaches conference and showcase exclusively for girls flag football, and the first-ever youth football tournament for flag football and 7v7 football teams.
  • They were joined by global sports figures, Vanita Krouch, U.S. Women's Flag Football National Team Quarterback, Lyndsey Fry, Olympic silver medalist, and Trey McBride, Arizona Cardinals' starting Tight End.
  • Gridiron Football makes history in girls flag football, and hosts first-ever youth tournament for flag and 7v7 football.
  • "There's been a schism between flag football, 7v7 football and tackle football", shares Scott Dillon, CEO of Gridiron Football, "and barriers to entry for female athletes.

Official Certor Sports Statement on VICIS ZERO2 Helmet

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Below is a statement from Certor Sports on the performance and testing of the VICIS ZERO2 Helmet.

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  • Below is a statement from Certor Sports on the performance and testing of the VICIS ZERO2 Helmet.
  • While outer shell damage is not ideal, the ZERO2 helmet did its job of protecting Patrick Mahomes during a head-to-head impact in unprecedented cold temperatures.
  • The exclusive multi-layer technology employed in the VICIS ZERO2 helmet model utilizes a deformable outer shell, RFLX impact absorption layer, followed by a stiff inner shell.
  • As the leader in technology advancement within the football protective space, our confidence in the superior performance of our helmet designs has never been greater.”

Sports Legends Team Up to Perpetuate One Hockey Player’s Legacy and “Assist” Deserving Young Athletes

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

More than just a sport, hockey taught him invaluable life lessons, especially the importance of teamwork, accountability and dedication.

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  • More than just a sport, hockey taught him invaluable life lessons, especially the importance of teamwork, accountability and dedication.
  • After his untimely passing, his parents wanted to honor his legacy by launching a foundation that uses hockey and other sports to help other youth discover and live up to their potential.
  • RHF is proud to host a baseball clinic for Tampa Bay youth.
  • While we started as a hockey foundation, we really are a youth sports foundation,” said Donna Ritchie, president of the Ritchie Hockey Foundation and Jason’s mother.

David Ensignia Tennis Academy Launches Nonprofit to Remove Barriers to Tennis and Pickleball in South Florida

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

MIAMI, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- David Ensignia Tennis Academy (DETA), a leader in sports instruction and athlete development in South Florida, announces the launch of DETA Friends, a nonprofit dedicated to providing sports programs and access to racquet sports like tennis and pickleball to youth, adults and families in underserved communities and with special needs.

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  • That's OK. Because tennis and pickleball can be the gateway to new opportunities," said David Ensignia, co-founder of DETA Friends.
  • "We believe sports are powerful tools for education, social development and community building," said David Ensignia, co-founder of DETA Friends.
  • "Through DETA Friends, we're committed to making tennis and pickleball accessible regardless of ethnicity, sex, age or economics."
  • Ensignia, a tennis instructor and founder of Miami's long-standing tennis academy, recognizes the potential of DETA Friends in empowering individuals to thrive through sports.

GoPro Announces $120,000 'GoPro Line of the Winter' Video Contest for Best Single-Clip Ski + Snowboard Videos

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Monday, January 15, 2024

SAN MATEO, Calif., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, GoPro (NASDAQ: GPRO) announced its 'GoPro Line of the Winter' video contest, inviting skiers and snowboarders around the world to submit their best single-clip, GoPro-captured descents to compete for cash awards totaling $120,000 and the opportunity to be featured on GoPro's social channels.

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  • Each submission must be a single, unedited clip, shot on GoPro and captured by the skier or snowboarder themselves.
  • To be eligible, the clip must be shared on social media using the #GoProLineOfTheWinter hashtag and submitted to GoPro Awards via the GoPro Quik app or at GoPro.com/Awards .
  • From January to April, $10,000 will be awarded to a skier and $10,000 awarded to a snowboarder each month for that month's best ski and snowboard line, totaling $80,000 for eight, next-level single-clip GoPro videos.
  • For more information about the contest and video clip requirements for eligibility, visit GoPro Awards .