Author: Matt Traub

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NJCAA, ESPN Strike Multi-Year Media Rights Agreement

ESPN and the NJCAA have announced a multi-year media rights agreement to begin with the 2022-2023 season that will include the Division I football national championship game broadcast nationally with dozens of other events throughout the fall, winter and spring broadcast on ESPN Plus, the cable network’s streaming service. “This opportunity to work with ESPN […]

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NACE Starleague Partners with LeagueSpot

NACE Starleague has announced a three-year platform partnership with LeagueSpot to enable competition for almost 700 registered programs. LeagueSport will build NACE Starleague’s online home to help schools compete, communicate and build community for students. “As we continue our collective work on elevating collegiate esports on campuses nationwide, we are thrilled to bring LeagueSpot on […]

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Oak View Group Acquires Spectrum Catering, Concessions & Event Services

Oak View Group has acquired Spectrum Catering, Concessions & Event Services to grow its OVG Hospitality division. Spectrum, headquartered in Houston, has overseen the hospitality experience at major sporting events, such as the PGA Tour, NCAA Final Four March Madness Festivals, Davis Cup tennis, and the USA Diving national championships. “Hard work and integrity are […]

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USA Table Tennis CEO Virginia Sung Added to USOPC Board

USA Table Tennis Chief Executive Officer Virginia Sung was elected to the board at the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee on Wednesday evening, reported The Associated Press. Sung will take over a spot held by former Duke athletic director Kevin White. The AP reported that Sung won election to a board spot over U.S. […]

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Daniil Medvedev of Russia will be allowed to defend his championship at the U.S. Open this summer in New York, the U.S. Tennis Association announced. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)

U.S. Open to Raise Aid to Ukraine Throughout Tournament

The United States Tennis Association has announced a humanitarian aid plan to benefit the Ukraine under the ‘Tennis Plays for Peace’ program, with hopes of raising $2 million during the U.S. Open with events and activations starting August 24. The launch event will be an exhibition on August 24, which is Ukraine Independence Day. The […]

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Victoria Brumfield Named USA Triathlon Interim CEO

Victoria Brumfield has been named the interim chief executive officer at USA Triathlon effective September 3 as Rocky Harris moves from the national governing body to the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee. “The USA Triathlon Board of Directors met extensively throughout the past week to ensure consistency and stability during the CEO transition,” said […]

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Tallinn to Host Ironman 70.3 European Championship

The capital of Estonia will host the Ironman 70.3 European Championship in 2023 and 2024, taking over hosting rights from Denmark for the first time since 2017. Estonia has hosted a 70.3 race since 2016 and Tallinn will take over hosting duties for the high-profile event from Elsinore. The announcement was made at the pre-event […]

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NAIA Announces Indiana Wesleyan as Host for Outdoor Track & Field Championships

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has selected Indiana Wesleyan and the Wildcat Track & Field Complex in Marion, Indiana, to host the outdoor track & field national championships through the 2025 season with an option for the 2026 season. Indiana Wesleyan has hosted four prior NAIA Outdoor Track & Field Championships (2010-2013). All schools […]

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Space Coast Office of Tourism Names Terry Parks as Sports Coordinator

The Space Coast Office of Tourism in Cocoa Beach, Florida, has named Terry Parks tourism sports coordinator, charging him with overseeing the Sports Grant Program, working to bring new sporting opportunities to the region and working with the Brevard County Tourist Development Council’s Sports Committee. “We’re thrilled to welcome Terry to the team,” said Peter […]

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