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MLB Strauss Helmet Sponsorship is Making an Impact
I It’s still early to measure the full financial impact, but the STRAUSS helmet sponsorship with Major League Baseball has already made a noticeable difference for the German workwear brand’s visibility and market presence. The company, which only recently entered the U.S. market, signed a multi-year deal with MLB in 2024 to place its logo on batting helmets during the postseason and on all Minor League Baseball helmets starting in 2025. Early estimates suggest the partnershi
5 days ago1 min read
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NFL Remains King Even Without Legacy Franchises On Top
Even as some of the NFL’s most iconic franchises struggle, the league’s dominance in the American sports landscape shows no signs of slowing down. Teams like the Raiders, Giants, Cowboys, Patriots, and Bears — once cornerstones of national storylines — have spent recent seasons in decline, yet the NFL continues to post record television ratings, attendance numbers, and revenue figures. This resilience speaks to the league’s unparalleled business model. Built on national parit
5 days ago1 min read
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2025 Forbes List of Highest Paid Athletes Worldwide
Here’s the Forbes 2025 Top 10 Highest-Paid Athletes Worldwide ranked by total earnings (salary/winnings + endorsements combined):...
Oct 51 min read
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58-Year Old Freshman Plays Division III College Football
Tom Cillo, at 58 years old, is making headlines as a freshman defensive lineman for Lycoming College, defying expectations with his bold...
Oct 21 min read
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Vikings’ Back-to-Back Overseas Games Bring Global Growth but Local Costs
The Minnesota Vikings are set to make history in 2025 as the first NFL team to play back-to-back regular-season games overseas, with...
Sep 282 min read
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Judge-Raleigh MVP Race Means Big Business For Both Teams
As the 2025 MLB season barrels toward October, the American League MVP race has become one of the league’s hottest storylines. With Aaron...
Sep 252 min read
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Visa Ending NFL Partnership in March 2026
Visa will end its long-standing sponsorship deal with the NFL when its contract expires in March 2026 , shifting its marketing strategy...
Sep 221 min read
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How NIL Deals Could Reshape Competitive Balance in High School Sports
The rise of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in high school athletics is beginning to ripple beyond individual athletes and into...
Sep 192 min read
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Another Successful Stream for YouTube
YouTube’s exclusive, free global livestream of the NFL’s Chiefs–Chargers game from São Paulo on Friday, September 5, 2025, delivered what...
Sep 72 min read
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1979: ESPN Launches First All Sports Network
ESPN’s Launch — A Game-Changer for Sports Media On September 7, 1979 , at 7:00 PM Eastern , ESPN (Entertainment and Sports Programming...
Sep 71 min read
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Josh Allen Signs Deals with New Balance with a Hometown Focus
Buffalo Bills star quarterback Josh Allen has signed a new endorsement deal with New Balance, marking a major shift after previously...
Sep 52 min read
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Caitlin Clark’s Absence From WNBA Playoffs will Cause Massive Ratings Drop and Economic Impact
Caitlin Clark’s absence from the WNBA playoffs will have a significant economic and viewership impact on the league, underscoring her...
Sep 51 min read
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The Honey Deuce: How the U.S. Open’s Signature Cocktail Became a $10 Million Business Boost
Since its debut in 2007 , the Honey Deuce  has become one of the most iconic signature cocktails in sports and a major economic driver...
Sep 12 min read
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NBA Sneaker Deals Have Always Been Big Business
In 1978, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar  became the first NBA player to sign a sneaker endorsement, aligning with Adidas and becoming the league’s...
Aug 311 min read
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Skyrocketing Demand for HYROX Fitness Competitions
Hyrox events, a unique fusion of running and functional fitness challenges, have exploded in popularity across the United States,...
Aug 293 min read
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Micah Parsons Traded to the Packers and Signs Mega Contract
The Dallas Cowboys shocked the NFL by trading All-Pro linebacker Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for two first-round...
Aug 283 min read
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You Tube Dispute with Fox Sports Could Impact Viewing Access to College Football's Biggest Games
YouTube TV and Fox Sports are currently locked in a heated contract dispute that could have a major impact on fans streaming the first...
Aug 272 min read
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Caitlin Clark’s Nike Deal — A Breakthrough in Women's Sports Marketing
Photo Courtesy of Icon Sports Wire Caitlin Clark’s groundbreaking Nike deal is reshaping the landscape of women’s sports endorsements and...
Aug 262 min read
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ESPN Saturday Mornings Will Not Be The Same Without Lee Corso
For more than two decades, Lee Corso has been the heart and soul of ESPN’s College GameDay , transforming Saturday mornings into one of...
Aug 252 min read
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Twins fans will feel the squeeze in 2026
Starting in 2026, Minnesota Twins fans may face significantly higher costs to watch their favorite team due to a new MLB–ESPN media...
Aug 222 min read
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How Much Longer Will Fans Pay Full Price For NFL Pre-Season Football?
Every August, NFL fans flock to stadiums and living rooms with the hope that football is finally back.  But there’s a lingering...
Aug 192 min read
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Fantasy Football’s Next Boom: What ESPN and the NFL Could Mean for the Industry’s Future
Photo Courtesy of Icon Sports Wire Fantasy football isn’t just a weekend hobby anymore—it’s a multibillion-dollar business that continues...
Aug 182 min read
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Why the Twins May Be Better Off Keeping Ownership Local
Despite the frustration many Twins fans feel right now—after a summer that included a roster teardown and payroll cuts—the organization...
Aug 182 min read
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Former Pro Athletes Including Damian Lillard Are Helping Universities Raise NIL Funds
When it comes to building and leading NIL collectives, several former professional or collegiate athletes have stepped up as key figures....
Aug 92 min read
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