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Listen: Ricketts Family Makes USL Acquisition
Chicago Cubs fans are getting something new to cheer in 2020. The Ricketts family is in the process of acquiring controlling rights to the Chicago USL expansion franchise, scheduled to debut in 2020. The new entity, which will be known as North Side Entertainment Holdings, will receive all game-day revenue from the new stadium,…
Watch: Disney Is Creating Live Sport and Entertainment Shows For Twitter
The Walt Disney Company has announced a partnership with Twitter to create live content and advertisements in sports, news, and entertainment. Twitter will produce their version of ‘SportsCenter Live’ with Disney-owned sports channel ESPN for breaking sports events. The company will be launching a division to help online influencers make scripted series for Twitter, along…
Watch: The NBA and Intel Are Teaming Up for Dynamic Sports
The NBA and Intel have announced a partnership that will merge sports and technology. The two brands evaluate global tech startups for potential investment and commercial collaboration in a multiyear program. According to Deloitte, venture investments in sports reached $1.5 billion in 2017 and is expected to grow. At the start of this season, the…
What Sets Nevco Apart from the Competition
At Nevco, we’re known for our ability to take your fans’ game-day experience to the next level through our innovative scoring and display solutions. For over 80 years we’ve been committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products, the latest in LED technology and dedicated 24/7 service access. When you choose to partner…
Watch: Budweiser Announces Global Campaign for the FIFA World Cup
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is coming to Russia in June. To kick off the excitement, Budweiser announced their global “Light Up the FIFA World Cup” Campaign. According to the press release, the campaign “encapsulates the unparalleled euphoric energy of the world’s biggest sporting event and Budweiser’s passion for energizing fans.” Interactive elements include 8…
PROMOTE PATRIOTISM ON THE GOLF COURSE WITH SPECIALIZED FLAGS FROM STANDARD GOLF
With the weather warming up and several patriotic holidays around the corner, now is the right time for golf course superintendents in the United States and Canada to think about how best to display their national symbols. Standard Golf has everything a golf course needs to honor military veterans, celebrate patriotic holidays, and display flags…
Video Boards and HD: Industry Misnomers Explained
When Is a Video Board HD? Actually Never. Find Out Why. Video boards create a focal point in your arena, stadium, or field, allowing fans to see live game scores, captivating in-game graphics, and messaging from sponsors. Given the financial investment in a video display, it’s a smart idea to take a close look at…
Nevco & MotionRocket: A Partnership That Scores
Enhancing the fan experience at live sporting events is a priority for athletic departments, professional leagues, and sports clubs looking to create unforgettable moments. One way to improve the atmosphere is through eye-catching, dynamic video scoreboards that captivate audiences. For over 80 years, Nevco has engineered high-quality scoring and display products for athletic facilities. Our…
Watch: Bentley University’s New Stadium Sets Precedent for Sustainability
Bentley University’s new arena is the most environmentally sustainable arena in the U.S. It’s the first standalone ice arena to earn the LEED platinum certification. The 76,000-square-foot arena, designed by Architectural Resources Cambridge and built by Suffolk Construction, highlights the building’s sustainable design and energy efficiency. The Arena has 1,400 rooftop solar panels developed by…
Watch: A New Internet Platform Could Change The Way We Learn
A family-run tech business developed a new internet platform that could change the way people learn. Learner Me allows people to learn anywhere, anytime with unlimited access to content they can revisit. It’s predicted technology will affect 50 to 80 percent of current jobs over the next two decades, and this platform could enhance performance….
Watch: New Raiders Stadium In Vegas May Not Receive Funding
Dan Schwartz said that if he is elected governor of Nevada, he will not approve potential funding for infrastructure that would support the $2 billion Raiders stadium in Las Vegas unless the NFL team agrees to a new deal in which the state takes back $750 million it has committed to the project. He would…
Sports Safety: An Expanding Business
Every year, 3.5 million sports-related injuries are reported in children and teens. Sports and recreational activities contribute to approximately 21 percent of all traumatic brain injuries among American children. Riddell is a leader in sports safety equipment– 65% of all NFL helmets and 90% of helmets used by NCAA Division 1 FBS players are Riddell….
Watch: Hartford’s XL Arena Seeks RFPs for Purchase
Hartford’s XL Center in Hartford, CT is seeking request for proposals for their aging stadium. The Stadium is currently home to UConn women’s and men’s basketball, UConn hockey and the AHL minor league Wolf Pack. Proposals are due by June 29, and the decision is expected after evaluation and negotiations by a review panel in…
Watch: Banc of California Stadium is Stepping Up Their Food Game
Headed to the LAFC vs Seattle Sounders home opener at the new Banc of California stadium on Sunday? The new stadium will have upgraded food options from your standard stadium fare. Stadium GM Chris McConnaughey and executive chef Matt Eland wanted cuisine options that were locally sourced. Some of the city’s most popular restaurants will…
NFL Uses Digital Technology, LED to Connect with Fans at 2018 Draft
By: Mark Weber The 2018 NFL Draft Experience takes over an NFL stadium for the first time ever in Dallas this Thursday through Saturday. It is the league’s largest free football festival, representing “our most ambitious vision yet,” says Peter O’Reilly, NFL Senior VP of Events. “We are creating a record number of free experiences…
NFL Uses Digital Technology, LED to Connect with Fans at 2018 Draft
By: Mark Weber The 2018 NFL Draft Experience takes over an NFL stadium for the first time ever in Dallas this Thursday through Saturday. It’s the league’s largest free football festival, representing “our most ambitious vision yet,” says Peter O’Reilly, NFL Senior VP of Events. “We are creating a record number of free experiences and…
Watch: Wembley Stadium Receives Bid For New Ownership
A bid has been entered to purchase iconic Wembley Stadium in London. The 90,000-capacity stadium was rebuilt in 2007 is home to the England National Football Team. Shahid Khan, the owner of NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, and Championship club Fulham bid $698 million US for the property. Khan is currently engaged in an outline agreement with…
NATIONAL GOLF DAY – TODAY WE CELEBRATE A GREAT GAME
Celebrating the Greatest Game on Golf Day As you know, golf is a social, challenging, and exciting sport for all involved. In honor of National Golf Day, Standard Golf celebrates the game that has touched so many lives, connected people, and brought beautiful courses into the world. Here are some of the many reasons that…
Watch: New Soccer Stadium Complex in Downtown Los Angeles Adds an International Food Hall.
The Banc of California Stadium opens in a few days when LAFC hosts its first home game on April 29. The stadium is set to host premium amenities, hospitality spaces, and an international food hall. There will also be a rooftop lounge area and bar space for patrons. Wolfgang Puck Catering along with partner Bill…
Watch: Netflix Soars Above First Quarter Expectations
The streaming service added 2 million new subscribers during the first quarter.
ASK MICKEY & GOOFY: SOCCER + GOLF = BEST GAME EVER INVENTED
In 1929, Chicago doctor William Edward Code invented codeball. Codeball was a game that was played by kicking a 6” rubber ball from a marked off kickoff area on a fairway, usually consisting of 14 bowls, then kicking the ball again after it came to rest, until the ball was sunk. Similar to golf, the…
Listen: Artificial Intelligence for Sports with Cullen Gallagher
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] On today’s podcast, I have a chat with Cullen Gallagher, Co-Founder and CEO of Reely. We discuss the new way that fans are sharing sports with friends, how technology is changing the way we observe sporting events, and how to use AI and Machine Learning to recognize, rank and distribute sports highlights. For…
Job Training and Recruiting in the Era of Technology
As Chief Learning Officer and co-founder of Inspiration Sports Business Institute, Bill Guertin is responsible for the content of ISBI 360, an online resource that is standardizing and automating the training, onboarding, and ongoing recruitment of sales and service reps in sports and entertainment. Mr. Guertin had the opportunity to talk to Market Scale about…
ESPN and its Premium Streaming Endeavors
Onn April 12th, ESPN will launch its new premium sports streaming service, ESPN +, another step in major traditional broadcast companies pushing toward more direct-to-consumer content, and generating revenue from a potentially massively untapped market. The streaming industry is risky, but already has proven to be a soluble method of selling music and movies to…
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