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    UNC’s First Four Debut Draws Record TV Ratings St. John’s Rises, but New Yorkers Can’t Bet on Them Portal Pandemonium: Nearly 300 Transfer Players Competing in Tourney Women’s March Madness: New Generation of Stars Cooper Flagg’s Impact on March Madness Ratings

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    High School Sports Power Signs Eight-Figure Rights Deal in First
    The deal pays roughly $1 million annually, FOS has learned.
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    What Trump’s Education Dept. Moves Could Mean for College Sports 
    It’s unclear how Title IX will be enforced going forward.
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    Celtics Record Sale Highlights Scarcity Value of Marquee Franchises
    The historic deal notably does not include the team’s home arena.
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    NFL Agent: Edge Rushers Market to Outpace WRs Moving Forward
    Maxx Crosby just signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension.
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    Wild Ask Minnesota for $395 Million Toward Arena Upgrades
    The team wants to turn the surrounding area into an entertainment district.
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    IOC Elects First Female, African President As Big Shifts Loom
    The Zimbabwean is the first woman and first African in the key post.
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    6 Teams Have Moved Games Vs. Fever to Larger Venues
    WNBA attendance was up 48% last season.
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    Celtics Co-Owner Casts Doubt on Winning Bid in Scathing Letter
    Steve Pagliuca said his offer had “no debt or private equity money.” 
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    Nike Struggles Continue, but Signs of Turnaround Appear
    The embattled company beats tepid expectations in both revenue and earnings.
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    Caitlin Clark, Fever Will Play 41 of 44 Games on National TV..
    The next-highest team, the Aces, will play in 33 national games.
    Feb 17, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; ESPN broadcasters Richard Jefferson (left), Monica McNutt (center) and Mark Jones during the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game at Huntsman Center.
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    ESPN’s Monica McNutt Doesn’t Rule Out WNBA Work Stoppage
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    Mar 13, 2025; New York, NY, USA; American businessman and St. John's donor Mike Repole stands and applauds during the second half against the Butler Bulldogs at Madison Square Garden.
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    How Mike Repole’s Millions Pulled St. John’s Into the NIL Era
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    Mar 15, 2025; New York, NY, USA; St. John's Red Storm guard RJ Luis Jr. (12) after hitting a three-point basket against the Creighton Bluejays in the second half at Madison Square Garden.
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    March Sadness: New Yorkers Can’t Bet on St. John’s
    In the No. 1 sports betting market, the Red Storm are off-limits.
    Nov 9, 2024; Kansas City, MO, USA; in a NWSL playoff match at CPKC Stadium.
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    The Big Momentum Behind New Women’s Pro Sports Venues
    Women’s pro teams are increasingly getting their own new stadiums and facilities.
    Auburn Tigers guard Miles Kelly (13) reacts after hitting a three-point shot against Kentucky during the first half in SEC basketball at Rupp Arena Saturday afternoon in Lexington, Kentucky March 1, 2025
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    The SEC’s Ascent to Men’s Basketball Supremacy
    The league brought its football pageantry and power to college hoops.
    San Diego Wave FC falls to Orlando Pride at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, CA on April 29, 2023.
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    The New Tailored Approach to Women’s Sports Uniforms
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    Feb 5, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; A rack of basketballs with the NCAA logo before that start of the UCLA Bruins - Ohio State Buckeyes game at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom.
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    State AGs Settle NIL Lawsuit Against the NCAA
    Players will now be able to negotiate NIL offers before committing to schools.
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    Shaka Smart Telling Players They Don’t Need Agents at Marquette
    Smart’s best player lists his coach as his agent.
    Jun 8, 2024; Eugene, OR, USA; Sydney Harris takes the handoff from Aaliyah Butler on the third leg of the Georgia women's 4 x 400m relay that placed fourth in a school record 3:24.26 during the NCAA Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field.
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    Olympic Sports Coaches’ Testimony on Capitol Hill Ignores Roster Limits
    Meanwhile, coaches and players nationwide have sounded the alarm.
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    Cam Skattebo, Arizona St. Sued for $300K Over Golf Cart Incident
    The suit claims the star running back injured a teammate.

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    Media
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    UNC’s First Four Debut Draws Record TV Ratings
    TruTV drew 2.2 million viewers for Tuesday’s victory over San Diego State.
    March 20, 2025

    ESPN’s Monica McNutt Wants to Build a Life, Not Just a Career
    Monica McNutt spoke to FOS about thriving in sports media.
    Rory McIlroy arrives on the tee box on the 16th hole to compete in a three-hole aggregate playoff of the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass Monday March 17, 2025 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl. McIlroy won his second Players Championship at +1 over J.J. Spaun.
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    McIlroy Boosts Players Championship TV Ratings Despite Weather Delay
    NBC drew 3.6 million viewers for Sunday’s final round.
    Mar 10, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (9) and center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) react after a call on a play against the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter at Paycom Center.
    March 14, 2025

    ESPN ‘Aggressive’ in NBA Schedule Flexes, On Pace for Record
    This Sunday’s Sixers-Mavericks game was subbed out for Magic- Cavaliers.
    Behind the scenes with NBC's TODAY show at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
    March 13, 2025

    NBC, Olympics Reach $3 Billion Rights Extension
    The Olympics will remain on NBC through at least 2036.
    March 13, 2025

    Sports Rebundling Continues As DirecTV, Roku Bet on Live Rights
    DirecTV and Roku lean further in to sports to attract viewers.
    March 12, 2025

    Caps Ensure Home Broadcasters Will Call Ovechkin’s Record
    The NHL team will have local simulcasts of four exclusive national games.
    March 12, 2025

    PGA Tour’s $20 Million Signature Events Seeing TV Ratings Boost
    Three of the four elevated tournaments have made viewership gains.

    Law
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    New Suit Alleges Fanatics ‘Monopoly’ Increased Trading Card Prices
    The suit also names the NBA, NHL, and NFL as defendants.
    Juan Soto
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    MLBPA NIL Suit Against DraftKings Can Continue, Judge Says
    The sportsbook failed to get the case dismissed.
    Nick Kyrgios reacts to a point against Botic van de Zandschulp in the first set of their first-round match at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif., Thursday, March 6, 2025.
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    Novak Djokovic’s PTPA Sues Tennis ‘Cartel’
    The 163-page lawsuit was filed in three countries and seeks to reshape the sport.
    Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) and tight end Trey McBride (85) against the San Francisco 49ers at State Farm Stadium.
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    Marvin Harrison Jr., Fanatics End 10-Month-Long Legal Battle
    Fanatics initially filed the lawsuit last May for breach of contract.

    Deals
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    High School Sports Power Signs Eight-Figure Rights Deal in First
    The deal pays roughly $1 million annually, FOS has learned.
    March 20, 2025

    NFL Agent: Edge Rushers Market to Outpace WRs Moving Forward
    Maxx Crosby just signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension.
    March 4, 2025

    Eagles Make Saquon Barkley NFL’s Highest-Paid Running Back Ever
    Barkley is coming off a historic 2024 season with the Eagles.
    February 18, 2025

    Tiger Woods Signs First PGA Tour Player to Wear Sun Day Red
    Karl Vilips will wear Sun Day Red at his season debut at the Mexico Open.

    FOS Exclusives
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    How Seth Rollins Is Parlaying WWE Fame Into NFL Commentary
    Rollins will guest-host three days of “Good Morning Football.”
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    Aaron Rodgers Drawing Very Little Interest From Media Companies
    “He could be a great analyst. But he’s insufferable,” a source told FOS.
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    ESPN+ Getting Into Live Car Auctions With Mecum
    ESPN+ will stream over 180 hours of live auctions per year.
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    Why Jimmy Pitaro Would Not Be Interested in Disney CEO Job
    Pitaro has said his “dream job” is running ESPN.
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    March 17, 2025

    MLB Network Shakes Up Nightly Lineup
    “MLB Tonight” is expanding by an hour.
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    March 16, 2025

    Alexis Ohanian Wants TGL to Expand Into Women’s Golf
    Ohanian is bullish on the future of TGL.
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    March 13, 2025

    How One Team Sale Could Reshape MLB Minor-League Valuations
    The Dragons have sold out every home game since arriving in Dayton.
    Shaka Smart
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    March 13, 2025

    Shaka Smart Telling Players They Don’t Need Agents at Marquette
    Smart’s best player lists his coach as his agent.

    Teams
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    Celtics Record Sale Highlights Scarcity Value of Marquee Franchises
    The historic deal notably does not include the team’s home arena.
    Steve Pagliuca
    March 20, 2025

    Celtics Co-Owner Casts Doubt on Winning Bid in Scathing Letter
    Steve Pagliuca said his offer had “no debt or private equity money.” 
    March 20, 2025

    6 Teams Have Moved Games Vs. Fever to Larger Venues
    WNBA attendance was up 48% last season.
    March 20, 2025

    Celtics Fetch NBA Record $6.1B Valuation in Reported Sale
    William Chisholm’s group will reportedly buy the Celtics for $6.1 billion.
    Mar 14, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jose Ruiz (66) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees in the fifth inning during spring training at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
    March 19, 2025

    Phillies Try to Block NL East Rivals From Analytics Software
    The Phillies claim their analytics partner is trying to breach their contract.
    Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
    March 19, 2025

    Thunder, Sixers Both Resting Stars in Battle for Top-Six Pick
    It appears both teams would prefer to lose.
    March 18, 2025

    Mavericks Take Key Step Toward Potential New Casino, Arena in Irving
    Mavericks CEO Rick Welts said the team wants to stay in Dallas.
    Mar 17, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins second baseman Javier Sanoja (46) is congratulated by Miami Marlins manager Clayton McCullough (86) after scoring against the New York Mets during the third inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium.
    March 18, 2025

    Marlins Pull Illegal Practice Squad Idea After MLB Complains
    The job would have paid former pro and college players $150 a day.

    Leagues
    Feb 17, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; ESPN broadcasters Richard Jefferson (left), Monica McNutt (center) and Mark Jones during the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game at Huntsman Center.
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    ESPN’s Monica McNutt Doesn’t Rule Out WNBA Work Stoppage
    She believes these pro women’s players are laying the groundwork for the future.
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    IOC Elects First Female, African President As Big Shifts Loom
    The Zimbabwean is the first woman and first African in the key post.
    Linda Caicedo
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    ‘Disgrace’: Women’s Champions League Ripped After Mess in Madrid
    Critical women’s soccer games are being placed on visibly poor pitches.
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    NFL OT, Playoff Seeding, Free Agency Face Big Changes
    Potential changes cover a range of critical on- and off-field matters.
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    USL Shakes Up Soccer in the U.S.: Promotion and Relegation Approved
    The move aligns the upstart league with the sport globally.
    Mar 15, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) waits for play to resume in the second period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose
    March 19, 2025

    Trump, Putin Discuss Thawing Hockey’s Russia Exile
    The conversations added fuel to the already thorny issue.
    March 18, 2025

    As Jazz, Wizards Race to Bottom, NBA Could Expand Fine Latitude
    The league is investigating the Sixers, among other teams.

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