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    The Business of March Madness
    Why Schools Can’t Post Their Highlight Footage NCAA Sues DraftKings Over ‘Madness’ Prediction Markets Leverage ‘Madness’ Mid-Majors Lobby for Bigger Games How Conferences Cash In

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    Oct 10, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) shoots against the Phoenix Mercury during the second half of game four of the 2025 WNBA Finals at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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    CBS to Air 20 WNBA Games on Broadcast TV in 2026
    The league will have a strong presence on network TV in 2026.
    Jan 25, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) passes against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half in the 2026 NFC Championship Game at Lumen Field.
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    NFL Season Start Moves Up to a Wednesday
    The league’s new-look schedule for 2026 takes further shape.
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    NFL Plans to Avoid ‘Fail Mary’ Repeat With Replay Safety Net
    As the labor situation stalls, the league makes more alternate plans.
    Jun 1, 2019; Foxborough, MA, USA; Whipsnakes LC Attack Ben Reeves (2) controls the ball while Chaos LC Midfielder Deemer Class (10) defends during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
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    ESPN’s Burke Magnus Has Been a ‘Steward’ for Lacrosse: Paul Rabil
    Magnus played a key role in bringing the PLL to ESPN.
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    TGL Season 2 Wraps As Media Rights Talks, Expansion Plans Loom
    Los Angeles Golf Club won the SoFi Cup on Tuesday night.
    Cricket - Indian Premier League - IPL - Final - Royal Challengers Bengaluru v Punjab Kings - Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India - June 4, 2025 Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Rajat Patidar lifts the trophy as he celebrates with teammates after winning the Indian Premier League
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    Blackstone Steps Into Sports With $1.78B Cricket Deal
    The seller is an Indian alcohol company.
    Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Cam Manyawu (3) shoots past Florida Gators forward Thomas Haugh (10) in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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    March Madness Draws Record Viewership Through Two Rounds
    Games across CBS, TNT, TBS, and truTV have averaged 10.1 million viewers.
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    Silver: No ‘Discussions Yet’ on Cathy Engelbert’s WNBA Future
    It’s not clear whether Engelbert will lead the league next year.
    Oct 5, 2018; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Supersonics fan Ervin Fleshman of Edison, Washington holds a sign with his mother Allison (right) during pregame warmups for a game between the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings at KeyArena.
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    Why Seattle’s New NBA Team Would Be the Sonics Again
    A 2008 agreement protects the team’s IP.
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    The Planet’s Best Chess Players Are Having Their LIV Golf Moment
    Chess’s most prestigious tournament is battling a splashy Saudi event.
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    North Carolina Fires Hubert Davis, Will Pay $5.3 Million Buyout
    The school said Tuesday night it would honor the coach’s contract.
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    Cameron Boozer & Cayden Boozer Talk Pressure, Benefit of Playing Together
    The Boozer twins have built their games, and their identities, side by side.
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    College Athletic Departments Are Becoming Media Companies
    “There’s only so many tickets you can sell, but content is infinite.”
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    Why Capital Is Flooding Into Women’s Soccer
    Assia Grazioli-Venier breaks down how she evaluates opportunities across the sports landscape.

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    Business of College Athletics

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    College sports is big business. Over the past five years, the industry has experienced some of the biggest changes in its history–from allowing players to profit off NIL and revenue-sharing to the unrestricted transfer portal and conference realignment. Plus, state and federal lawmakers have taken an interest in legislating the chaos. FOS is covering it all, from the court to the courthouse to the White House.
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    North Carolina Fires Hubert Davis, Will Pay $5.3 Million Buyout
    The school said Tuesday night it would honor the coach’s contract.
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    How March Madness Turns Into a Mid-Major Coaching Raid
    The carousel has already led more than half a dozen coaches to new homes.
    Mar 23, 2026; Storrs, CT, USA; UConn Huskies Forward Serah Williams (22) shoots a layup against Syracuse Orange Forward Aurora Almon (0) during the first half of the second round game of the women’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion.
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    4 Schools Cash In As Men’s and Women’s Teams Reach Sweet 16
    Duke, Connecticut, Michigan, and Texas are thriving in both tournaments.
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    March Madness Tips Off With Record 9.8M Opening Day Viewers
    Games on CBS, TNT, TBS, and truTV were up 6% from last year.

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    Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin before an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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    Mike Tomlin Signs With Sports Media Agency The Montag Group
    Tomlin is widely regarded as one of the top media free agents.
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    Star Marathoner Says Gel Company Dropped Her Over Pregnancy
    Emma Bates says UCan let her go after she announced her pregnancy.
    Jun 29, 2024; Harrison, New Jersey, USA; Apple TV commentator Taylor Twellman reports from the pitch before the match between the New York Red Bulls and D.C. United at Red Bull Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
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    Taylor Twellman Joins Yahoo Sports for World Cup
    Twellman will regularly appear on multiple shows, including “Yahoo Sports Daily.”
    NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Green Bay Packers alumni welcome fans to the 2025 NFL Draft before the first round on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The draft runs through April 26.
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    NFL Network to Continue Draft Broadcast Under ESPN
    NFL Network has produced its own draft broadcast since 2006.
    Mar 13, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) high-fives guard Jrue Holiday (5) while entering the line up to play against the Utah Jazz at Moda Center.
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    March 20, 2026

    Tom Dundon’s Group Buying 80% of Blazers in Deal’s First Phase
    Dundon is set to take control of the team before April.
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    March 19, 2026

    Texas A&M Athlete Targeted in First NIL Investigations, Emails Show
    A Texas A&M spokesperson said in a statement the inquiry has been resolved.
    Feb 13, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; NBC Peacock play-by-play announcer Noah Eagle during an NBA All Star Rising Stars game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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    March 19, 2026

    Noah Eagle, Michael Grady, Zora Stephenson to Call WNBA on NBC
    WNBA games are returning to NBC for the first time since 2002.
    Oct 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred before game three of the 2025 MLB World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium
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    March 19, 2026

    MLB Makes Multiyear Prediction-Market Deal With Polymarket
    The league’s stance on prediction markets has rapidly evolved.

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    AI College Recruiting Reels Aren’t Fooling Scouts
    College coaches and recruiters are way ahead of cheating athletes.
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    Alex Eala Has Become One of the Biggest Draws in Tennis
    Eala will face Coco Gauff in the third round at Indian Wells.
    Jun 9, 2021; Paris, France; The racket of Coco Gauff (USA) after she smashed it during her match against Barbora Krejcikova (CZE) on day 11 of the French Open at Stade Roland Garros
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    The ‘Rage Room’ Is the Hottest Place in Tennis
    The idea came from a player podcast.
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    Mark DeRosa Is Still Baseball’s Swiss Army Knife
    DeRosa is the sport’s utility player both on the field and off.

    Media
    Oct 10, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) shoots against the Phoenix Mercury during the second half of game four of the 2025 WNBA Finals at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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    CBS to Air 20 WNBA Games on Broadcast TV in 2026
    The league will have a strong presence on network TV in 2026.
    Jun 1, 2019; Foxborough, MA, USA; Whipsnakes LC Attack Ben Reeves (2) controls the ball while Chaos LC Midfielder Deemer Class (10) defends during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
    March 25, 2026

    ESPN’s Burke Magnus Has Been a ‘Steward’ for Lacrosse: Paul Rabil
    Magnus played a key role in bringing the PLL to ESPN.
    Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Cam Manyawu (3) shoots past Florida Gators forward Thomas Haugh (10) in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
    March 25, 2026

    March Madness Draws Record Viewership Through Two Rounds
    Games across CBS, TNT, TBS, and truTV have averaged 10.1 million viewers.
    March 25, 2026

    NFL-Backed Flag Football Event Draws Sub-650K TV Audience
    The Tom Brady-led event draws a relatively low audience.
    Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin before an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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    March 24, 2026

    Mike Tomlin Signs With Sports Media Agency The Montag Group
    Tomlin is widely regarded as one of the top media free agents.
    March 24, 2026

    Yankees RSN Bucks Trend Amid Ongoing Industry Pullback
    Despite industry pressures, the regional sports network adds to its programming.
    Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links GC watches his team against Boston Common Golf during TGL match at SoFi Center on March 17, 2026, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
    March 24, 2026

    ESPN Ramps Up Coverage For Tiger Woods TGL Return
    Tiger Woods won’t be hard to find on ESPN airwaves on Tuesday.
    Jun 29, 2024; Harrison, New Jersey, USA; Apple TV commentator Taylor Twellman reports from the pitch before the match between the New York Red Bulls and D.C. United at Red Bull Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
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    March 24, 2026

    Taylor Twellman Joins Yahoo Sports for World Cup
    Twellman will regularly appear on multiple shows, including “Yahoo Sports Daily.”

    Law
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    Frank Thomas Hits White Sox, Nike, and Fanatics With NIL Lawsuit
    Thomas claims the companies have sold his jerseys without consent.
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    Michael Johnson to Repay $500K in Grand Slam Track Bankruptcy Deal
    The troubled track league struck a deal with some vendors, filings show.
    Jun 8, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Emmanuel Clase (48) celebrates after the Guardians beat the Houston Astros at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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    Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz Now on Unpaid Leave
    The Guardians duo was previously placed on the league’s non-disciplinary list.
    Kalshi's logo is displayed on a smartphone placed on a reflective surface onto which a betting curve is projected in Creteil, France, on March 9, 2026, during a major scandal and a $54 million lawsuit concerning bets related to recent strikes in Iran. (Photo by Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto)NO USE FRANCE
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    Arizona Charges Kalshi With ‘Running an Illegal Gambling Operation’
    It’s the first time Kalshi has been charged with crimes over sports offerings.

    Deals
    Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark dribbles up the court against Team USA during the WNBA All-Star Game at Footprint Center in Phoenix on July 20, 2024.
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    Fund Backing Women’s Sports Raises $250M and Counting
    Jason Wright oversees a fund that has secured $250 million.
    January 28, 2026

    CVC’s New Sports Business Buys Into $300M Equestrian Company
    Global Sport Group bought a controlling stake in Equine Network.
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    January 27, 2026

    China’s Anta Eyes World Domination With $1.8B Puma Deal
    Anta is now the largest shareholder in both Puma and Amer Sports.
    Jan 24, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd motions to his team during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the American Airlines Center.
    January 27, 2026

    Jason Kidd Joins PE-Backed Youth Sports Company
    The Mavericks coach is an equity holder and member of the board.

    Teams
    Cricket - Indian Premier League - IPL - Final - Royal Challengers Bengaluru v Punjab Kings - Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India - June 4, 2025 Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Rajat Patidar lifts the trophy as he celebrates with teammates after winning the Indian Premier League
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    Blackstone Steps Into Sports With $1.78B Cricket Deal
    The seller is an Indian alcohol company.
    Feb 20, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) drives against Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (7) during the fourth quarter at Capital One Arena.
    March 23, 2026

    The Worst NBA Teams Are in an All-Time Tank War
    The NBA’s three worst teams have lost 39 straight games.
    Mar 13, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) high-fives guard Jrue Holiday (5) while entering the line up to play against the Utah Jazz at Moda Center.
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    March 20, 2026

    Tom Dundon’s Group Buying 80% of Blazers in Deal’s First Phase
    Dundon is set to take control of the team before April.
    Mar 5, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) makes a layup against the New Orleans Pelicans during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center.
    March 20, 2026

    How a Failed New Orleans Bid Led RAJ Sports To Kings Co-Ownership
    Lisa Bhathal Merage credits former NBA commissioner David Stern.
    March 18, 2026

    Mets Chase Dodgers With $370M Payroll and Mounting Expectations
    The MLB club enters 2026 with renewed optimism despite last year’s disappointment.
    Mar 13, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Portland Thorns defender Sam Hiatt (16) blocks a kick from Washington Spirit midfielder Leicy Santos (10) in the first half at Audi Field.
    March 18, 2026

    Kings Co-Owner Is Taking Over Women’s Sports in Portland
    “It feels like this is my purpose, this is why I’m here.”
    Feb 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia looks on during the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome.
    March 16, 2026

    Ishbia in Talks to Buy Stakes From Minority Owners Who Sued Him
    The parties have hit pause on their legal dispute to enter mediation.
    Mar 14, 2026; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Legacy FC forward Nichelle Prince (12) runs with the ball during the second half of the game against NY/NJ Gotham FC at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Natalie Reid-Imagn Images
    March 14, 2026

    Stadium-Hopping Boston Legacy Enjoy ‘Surreal’ Debut
    More than 30,000 fans attended the expansion team’s first match.

    Leagues
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    Silver: No ‘Discussions Yet’ on Cathy Engelbert’s WNBA Future
    It’s not clear whether Engelbert will lead the league next year.
    Jan 25, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) passes against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half in the 2026 NFC Championship Game at Lumen Field.
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    NFL Season Start Moves Up to a Wednesday
    The league’s new-look schedule for 2026 takes further shape.
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    NFL Plans to Avoid ‘Fail Mary’ Repeat With Replay Safety Net
    As the labor situation stalls, the league makes more alternate plans.
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    TGL Season 2 Wraps As Media Rights Talks, Expansion Plans Loom
    Los Angeles Golf Club won the SoFi Cup on Tuesday night.
    Mar 23, 2026; Mesa, Arizona, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) fields the ball against the Chicago Cubs in the third inning at Sloan Park.
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    MLB Media Strategy Goes National—and Fans Might Get Confused
    The league looks to nationalize its media profile more.
    Oct 5, 2018; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Supersonics fan Ervin Fleshman of Edison, Washington holds a sign with his mother Allison (right) during pregame warmups for a game between the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings at KeyArena.
    March 25, 2026

    Why Seattle’s New NBA Team Would Be the Sonics Again
    A 2008 agreement protects the team’s IP.
    March 25, 2026

    NBA Paves Way for Expansion to Seattle, Las Vegas
    The league is now officially exploring new teams in both cities.

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