We look back on the week’s top stories, including Michael Block’s miracle shot, the Oakland A’s saga, and ESPN layoffs. Then Jim Courier joins to look ahead to the French Open.
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ESPN Discussing Alt-Cast Ideas for Charles Barkley, ‘Inside the NBA’
TNT retains complete creative control of the show when it airs on ESPN.
‘Around the Horn’ to End 23-Year ESPN Run in 2025
ESPN had reportedly been thinking of canceling the show since the summer.
by David Rumsey
NFL Ratings Hold Strong Through Election Season, Chiefs Lead TV Pack
In 2016, NFL ratings fell 8% from the prior year.
by Eric Fisher
Comcast’s SpinCo: New Home for USA Network, Golf Channel, Sports Rights
The move by NBC Sports’ parent company reflects how dramatically the linear television business has changed.
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The Washington Spirit’s Business Makeover Carried Them to the Finals
The team’s return to the NWSL championship looks a lot different from 2021.
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F1 Grand Prix Upended Vegas Last Year. Stakes Are High for Its..
Stakes are high as F1 gears up for a successful second act.
November 18, 2024
Vintage Soccer Jerseys Have Found a Sweet Spot in the Lucrative U.S...
The money-making shirts are at the prime intersection of memorabilia and fashion.
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November 16, 2024
NBA Ratings Rorschach Test: Buy the Dip
Was it the election? Too many threes? Lack of storylines?
by David Rumsey
How the Chiefs Are Prepping for Year 2 of Taylor Swift Mania
The pop star is expected to attend more games this season.
August 4, 2021
Colin Cowherd’s New Podcast Network Going All-In On Sports Betting
With sports betting rapidly legalizing, Colin Cowherd’s The Volume podcast network is hiring Olivia Moody, a.k.a. ‘Liv Moods,’ from Bookit Sports.
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December 9, 2022
Vince Vaughn, Greg Olsen’s New Company Eyeing Financing
Greg Olsen and actor Vince Vaughn’s new company has launched first two podcasts.
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How UBS Crafts Impactful Partnerships Across Sports, Arts, and Culture
As UBS continues to expand its impressive array of sports and entertainment partnerships, the company solidifies its position as a leader in wealth management.
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May 13, 2021
Cris Carter Scores New Deal With Blue Wire Podcasts
Cris Carter has scored a deal with Blue Wire Podcasts. The Pro Football Hall of Famer will interview star receivers, past and present, on his new “WR1” podcast.
September 24, 2020
Office Hours: Alex Magleby, co-founder and CEO of the New England Free..
Alex Magleby, the New England Free Jacks co-founder and CEO, is bullish on rugby’s future in the U.S. and Major League Rugby.
August 13, 2020
Office Hours: Bart Conner, Owner of Bart Conner Gymnastics Academy and Former..
Bart Conner is the only American male gymnast to win a gold medal at every level of national and international competition.
July 22, 2020
Office Hours: Devon Kennard, Real Estate Investor
Devon Kennard has found success on and off the field with a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio that includes 14 different properties.