The XFL announced that they have secured a multi-year broadcast deal with Disney and ESPN. The deal is from 2023 through 2027 that includes exclusive broadcast rights for gameday content and tent events. Split between ABC, ESPN, and even FX, the deal extends out to digital, social, and direct to consumer platforms. As we all … Continue reading XFL locks in multi-year broadcast agreement with ESPN & Disney
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University of Memphis announced a $150-200M renovation plan of Liberty Stadium
The Power 5 programs are not the only segment of college football that can renovate or build new stadiums. University of Memphis and the city of Memphis are looking to update the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Simmons Bank Stadium is home to the Memphis Tigers and the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. A game that has been … Continue reading University of Memphis announced a $150-200M renovation plan of Liberty Stadium
The NBA to play in Abu Dhabi
The NBA announced today that there will be two NBA preseason games played in the United Arab Emirates between the Atlanta Hawks and the Milwaukee Bucks. The will be the first time the NBA has played in the UAE at the Etihad Arena. Although the two teams feature two big super stars in Trae Young … Continue reading The NBA to play in Abu Dhabi
Miami Grand Prix is a win for Formula 1
For a very long time, Formula 1 seemed to be a sport that wouldn't fully catch on in the United States. A market that was out of reach for many years, with Circus of Americas being the only race set in the states. However, in 2016 Liberty Media purchased Formula 1 for a whopping $4.4 … Continue reading Miami Grand Prix is a win for Formula 1
Urban Edge Network is a game changer for HBCUs
The ever changing and fast-paced landscape of college athletics has put a spotlight on HBCUs. Historical Black Colleges and Universities have always been an essential component of the history of college athletics, and the Urban Edge Network is looking to ensure that HBCUs continue to have that spotlight. The Urban Edge Network is a game … Continue reading Urban Edge Network is a game changer for HBCUs
FUBU is making a comeback
The For US BY US or FUBU is relaunching themselves with an interest in collegiate partnerships. The brand started by serial entrepreneur, Daymond John, was a huge streetwear fashion brand that was heavily pushed by the hip-hop scene of the 90's and early 2000's. Photo Credit: Jackson State Athletics FUBU has already entered into multi-year … Continue reading FUBU is making a comeback
NBA Hall-of-Famer Tracy McGrady creates basketball league
Tracy McGrady, the seven-time all star and NBA Hall-of-Famer has created his own basketball league. The league is centered around a 1-on-1 format to find out who is the best basketball player one-on-one. The idea was sparked by the new generation of basketball fans short attention spans. Tracy McGrady in a recent interview said " … Continue reading NBA Hall-of-Famer Tracy McGrady creates basketball league