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Asset Class

Private equity. Athlete-backed ventures. Billion-dollar deals. The sports industry isn’t just entertainment—it’s a high-stakes asset class. Front Office Sports breaks down the business moves shaping the future of sports.

Recent Articles

New Mexico United fans wave the team's flag at the Locomotive's home opener game Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Southwest Univerity Park in El Paso, Texas.
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Trump Admin Targets New Mexico With Prediction-Market Lawsuit

New Mexico is the eighth state recently sued by the CFTC.
Apr 30, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts to his score against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena

Tatum Leaves Door Open for St. Louis WNBA Expansion Bid

The Celtics star wouldn’t comment directly, but also didn’t deny his involvement.


Landon Donovan: NWSL Is ‘Best Investment in Sports’

The former USMNT captain pointed to the USWNT’s success as proof.

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U.S. Investors Target Wrexham-Style Turnaround With Italian Club

The deal is expected to close this month.

Tottenham Boardroom Rivalry Ends With Former Chairman’s Exit

Spurs say they “don’t know anything about” the deal.

Not ‘About Raising Prices’: Eli Manning Invests in Youth Sports

Manning discussed the Knicks’ playoff run and the Giants’ new coach.

How Much Money Will the Knicks Make From Their Finals Run?

Finals games alone could be worth $20 million each.

Dave Checketts Says Founding MLS Team Was His ‘Worst Investment’ 

Checketts cofounded Real Salt Lake in 2005 and sold it in 2013.

Dec 31, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Utah Utes quarterback Devon Dampier (4) carries the ball against Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Donovan Jones (37) in the second half during the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl at Allegiant Stadium.

Dave Checketts: Utah ‘Sold Off Their Future’ With PE Deal

The Utah–Otro Capital was approved by the university board in December.

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Mark Cuban: ‘Betting Isn’t the Problem’

These wagers have been behind the recent MLB and NBA gambling scandals.