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06.16.2022

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The annual Army-Navy game will add Boston, DC to rotation as Philly loses its grip on rivalry.

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State law could delay any Seahawks sale

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Taxpayers off hook with Grizzlies lease

Leagues and Governing Bodies

NFL's Goodell to testify virtually in Commanders' investigation

DOJ asks federal court to limit MLB's antitrust exemption

Bettman credits NHL's record revenue to increased scoring, TV ratings

Battle between PGA Tour, LIV Golf shows no end in sight amid U.S. Open start

Whan, USGA make clear everything still on table regarding LIV sanctions

USGA developing grant funding program to find golf's next line of stars

Franchises

Washington state law could discourage Seahawks sale before ’24

No serious talks of Senators sale ahead of NHL BOG meeting

MLB Franchise Notes: Lerners' reputation could lead to long sale process

Colleges

Gillette Stadium to host Army-Navy in '23; other host sites announced

Univ. of Alabama resuming plans to sell alcohol at athletic events

USC creates third-party agency to help athletes with NIL deals

Events and Attractions

Decision day arrives as World Cup host cities find out fate

New Jersey Gov. Murphy says region well positioned for World Cup matches

Brand Innovation Summit: Cubs provide gathering place on non-game days with Gallagher Way

Marketing and Sponsorship

Simone Biles appears on Wheaties box as part of 100th anniversary

Marshawn Lynch partners with Endeavor, Overtime to create program to help athletes pursue careers

Russell Wilson, Ciara to open clothing brand store in Denver area

Media

Broadcasts rights deal between MLS, Apple TV seen as win for league

Bill Simmons reflects ahead of podcast's 1,000th episode

Big3 launching content partnership with The Game Day ahead of fifth season

Just Women's Sports strikes deal with NWSL to distribute highlights

Facilities

Grizzlies' lease no longer includes public payments tied to ticket sales

USF takes next steps in building on-campus football stadium

Auburn's new $92M Football Performance Center 70% complete

Betting

FuboTV integrating free pick 'em contest into home screen

People and Pop Culture

Cavaliers make slew of promotions in front office

Executive Transactions

Names in the News

Technology

3STEP Acquires Youth Sports Training Platform Sports Made Personal

Hudl Adds Livestreaming Provider BlueFrame Following RealTrack Systems Acquisition

iSite Media Wants to Revolutionize the Restroom Experience at Venues With Their Digital Display Technology

Playermaker Raises $40 Million in Funding, Company Boasts Footwear-Mounted Performance Tracker

Ski Sensor Developer Carv Closes $5.1 Million Seed Funding Round

Tottenham Hotspur Star Harry Kane Invests in TOCA Football

Wasabi Technologies Acquires Naming Rights to NESN Studio at Fenway Park

XFL Signs BreakAway Data Partnership to Improve Player Performance and Development

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