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PEPSICO ADDS 16 NEW ORGANIZATIONS TO THE "TEAM OF CHAMPIONS" IN SECOND YEAR OF $1 MILLION COMMITMENT TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO SOCCER IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022
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PURCHASE, N.Y., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) today announced that it has added 16 new organizations to this year's "Team of Champions," a national purpose platform that improves access to soccer in underserved communities, including Black and Hispanic youth, across the U.S. The $1 million commitment over three years makes actionable investments on and off the field, including helping the teams with apparel and equipment costs, field access, mentoring, coaching and education, and fan experiences. In its second year, in addition to expanding its reach to more communities, "Team of Champions" will focus on recruiting more young women athletes to the program.

Key Points: 
  • "In addition to the physical benefits of playing soccer, bringing this beautiful game into these communities teaches youth about teamwork, problem-solving, and accountability.
  • I'm excited to continue to deliver on our mission to remove barriers to the game in underserved communities."
  • New to this year's "Team of Champions" program is "Access for Champions," an opportunity for participating players to connect with UEFA ambassadors.
  • Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+).

ThriveFantasy Announces Partnership with FTX to Allow Crypto Transactions on the Platform

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading player prop daily fantasy sports and Esports platform, ThriveFantasy, announced today its groundbreaking partnership with FTX, a US-regulated cryptocurrency exchange. This comes as the first of its kind within daily fantasy platforms, and will launch in May, 2022. The partnership builds on the continued growth of ThriveFantasy, as the company appeals to a new demographic. 

Key Points: 
  • The partnership builds on the continued growth of ThriveFantasy, as the company appeals to a new demographic.
  • As crypto seeps into the gaming and sports world, ThriveFantasy decided to seize the opportunity for growth by leveraging crypto into its platform.
  • "ThriveFantasy has wanted to get into the cryptocurrency space for a long time," said Adam Weinstein, CEO of ThriveFantasy.
  • Follow ThriveFantasy on Instagram ( @ThriveFantasy ), Twitter ( @ThriveFantasy ) and Facebook ( ThriveFantasy ).

Sports Equipment Sales Spring Ahead in Q1, Led by Baseball, Lacrosse, Soccer, and Pickleball, Reports NPD

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Monday, April 25, 2022
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PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y. , April 25, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In what can be considered the most normal spring sports season in three years, baseball, lacrosse, soccer, and racquet sports equipment sales reaped the benefits of a growing sense of normalcy in the first quarter (Q1) of 2022. U.S. revenue across these core spring sports categories together increased 19%, year over year, according to The NPD Group. Sales were 35% higher for the quarter, compared to 2019.

Key Points: 
  • U.S. revenue across these core spring sports categories together increased 19%, year over year, according to The NPD Group .
  • Leagues that were limited during the pandemic are also back in action, translating to more players buying equipment."
  • Lacrosse equipment sales grew 72% and, highlighting the importance of safety in contact sports, lacrosse protective gear sales increased 114%.
  • In fact, sales revenue from pickleball paddles and balls together grew by 53%, as tennis racquet and ball sales declined.

WILSON RELEASES 2022 EARTH DAY TENNIS RACKET SERIES

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Friday, April 22, 2022
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CHICAGO, April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day, Wilson Sporting Goods Co. today announces the launch of their Earth Day Tennis Racket Series. The eco-conscious collection, inclusive of three performance rackets, features bio-based and recycled material from Agiplast technology by Arkema and waterborne paints from Sherwin Williams; ultimately decreasing the footprint of each racket produced.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day, Wilson Sporting Goods Co. today announces the launch of their Earth Day Tennis Racket Series .
  • "The Earth Day Series is part of Wilson's continued commitment to make the world a better place through sport," said Hans-Martin Reh, Global General Manager of Wilson Racquet Sports.
  • Wilson is committed to continued creation of sustainably minded products, including Triniti tennis balls, pushing the limits of sustainable performance.
  • Wilson's range of sustainable products, along with the Earth Day series, areavailable exclusively on wilson.com beginning today.

Soccer Legend Abby Wambach, Educator Francisco Rodriguez to Address LMU Graduates

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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Francisco C. Rodriguez, Ph.D., chancellor of the Los Angeles Community College District, will address graduatestudents on May 8.

Key Points: 
  • Francisco C. Rodriguez, Ph.D., chancellor of the Los Angeles Community College District, will address graduatestudents on May 8.
  • Wambach is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA World Cup Champion, and six-time winner of the U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year award.
  • She was the United States' leading scorer in the 2007 and 2011 Women's World Cup tournaments and the 2004 and 2012 Olympics.
  • A noted scholar, practitioner and educator-activist, Rodriguez has more than 30 years of experience as an educator, faculty member, and administrator within California public higher education.

Newborn Town (SEHK:9911) published 2022 Q1 operating figures: social networking business sees 65% growth in revenue, innovative businesses are ready to go

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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HONG KONG, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --On April 19, Newborn Town (9911.HK) announced its unaudited operating figures for 2022 Q1.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --On April 19, Newborn Town (9911.HK) announced its unaudited operating figures for 2022 Q1.
  • The Company's social networking business revenue is expected to reach RMB 625 to 650 million in Q1, up approximately 65% YoY.
  • Meanwhile, the Company has also been actively promoting innovative businesses such as refined games to be its second growth engine.
  • Focusing on the track of open social networking, Newborn Town has launched multiple audio and video social networking products, including Yumy, MICO and YoHo, as its springboard for global market expansion.

The Clemson Tigers Choose SponsorCX as Its Software Solution for Sponsorship Management

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Thursday, April 14, 2022
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Through this partnership, SponsorCX will provide its software services to the university paving the way for an engaging sponsorship management solution.

Key Points: 
  • Through this partnership, SponsorCX will provide its software services to the university paving the way for an engaging sponsorship management solution.
  • SponsorCX is a leader in sponsorship management within the sports, entertainment, causes, arts, and events industries.
  • It is a complete sponsorship management tool to assist in managing sales, fulfillment, and inventory to maximize sponsorship revenue.
  • The company was founded in 2017, and continues to grow rapidly as the newest and most innovative sponsorship software solution in the industry.

Trace Announces $65.2M in Funding Following Record-Breaking Year in Growth

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022
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Using Trace's wide-angle camera and proprietary GPS sensors, Trace captures the entirety of a game without missing a moment.

Key Points: 
  • Using Trace's wide-angle camera and proprietary GPS sensors, Trace captures the entirety of a game without missing a moment.
  • Using advanced AI, Trace analyzes all of the footage and performance metrics to edit and assemble a personalized game experience.
  • In addition, Trace will use the funds to add to its world-class team, adding over one hundred positions by year-end.
  • If you're still not sure what Trace does and you're used to seeing an About section, just head over to https://traceup.com .

Deloitte and US Soccer Federation Announce Multi-year Sponsorship Renewal as Official Professional Services Provider

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Deloitte and U.S. Soccer Federation announced today a multi-year sponsorship renewal continuing Deloitte's role as the Official Professional Services Provider of U.S. Soccer and Foundational Sponsor of SheBelieves.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Deloitte and U.S. Soccer Federation announced today a multi-year sponsorship renewal continuing Deloitte's role as the Official Professional Services Provider of U.S. Soccer and Foundational Sponsor of SheBelieves.
  • Deloitte's sponsorship supports all of U.S. Soccer's National Teams, including senior and youth Women's and Men's National Teams (listed below).
  • A sponsor of U.S. Soccer since 2019, the sponsorship renewal will help support U.S. Soccer's mission of continuing to develop soccer at all recreational and competitive levels.
  • As U.S. Soccer looks towards the future, its mission is to make soccer the preeminent sport in the United States.

TOCA FOOTBALL ADDS TO MIDWEST U.S. EXPANSION, ACQUIRING LARGEST SPORT CENTER OPERATOR IN CLEVELAND

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022
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COSTA MESA, Calif., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TOCA Football, Inc. (TOCA), the world's first technology-enabled soccer experience company, today announced further expansion into the Midwest U.S with the purchase of Force Sports, the largest sport center operator in Cleveland, which currently operates five centers in the Eastlake, Northfield, Richmond, Rocky River, and Westlake areas. With the acquisition, the company now operates 21 total TOCA soccer and multi-sports centers across North America. TOCA now runs a total of seven centers in the Midwest with the inclusion of TOCA Naperville, the company's largest at over 90,000 square feet.

Key Points: 
  • With the acquisition, the company now operates 21 total TOCA soccer and multi-sports centers across North America.
  • TOCA now runs a total of seven centers in the Midwest with the inclusion of TOCA Naperville, the company's largest at over 90,000 square feet.
  • With the current TOCA Soccer locations thriving, TOCA Football expects to grow to more than 50 sites in North America by the end of 2022.
  • TOCA builds engaging sport training centers in North America (TOCA Sport), where players can receive 10x the number of quality touches they would have in a game during a 50-minute training session.