Daily Issue

08.14.2023

Featured

Events and Attractions

Bigger Plans

In the midst of a successful Women's World Cup, Australia is reigniting plans to bid for the 2034 men's World Cup.

Facilities

Las Vegas GP paddock nears completion

Colleges

Pac-12 taps Oliver Luck as consultant

Colleges

Pac-12 brings in NCAA exec Oliver Luck in advisory role

FSU's future in ACC remains uncertain ahead of Tuesday's decision deadline

Trading card companies still navigating the NIL landscape

Events and Attractions

Australia resumes aspirations to host 2034 men's World Cup

Facilities

F1 paddock for Las Vegas GP nearing completion

Coyotes eyes Mesa as possible arena site

Texas A&M finishing up new indoor football facility

Cowboys growing business footprint at Star with plans for another high rise

Though unlikely, Brewers could relocate if ballpark renovation funding isn't secured

Media

Kevin Brown back with Orioles, but cloud still lingers over future

Latest ESPN, Andscape 'Why Not Us' original series looks at Howard golf teams

Early reviews show work to do for Jets on 'Hard Knocks'

Media Notes

Marketing and Sponsorship

Jalen Hurts officially joins Jordan Brand as endorser

USA Gymnastics inks sponsorship deal with Comcast

DraftKings debuts new campaign for launch of NFL season

Cubs work with local social influencer to gain foothold on platforms

NFL Marketing Notes: Lions, McDonald's team up for Big Mac promo

Leagues and Governing Bodies

NRL sees Crowe, Jackman lending star power to promote U.S. games

Franchises

Messi's impact continues to soar as ticket prices steadily increase

Cardinals chair remains 'X-factor' in future success

Flyers continuing with LGBTQ partnerships despite Pride jersey ban

Braves' Single-A affiliate to change name in 2024

Franchise Notes

Betting

Questions about conflict of interest still permeate around ESPN Bet

WynnBET to continue in Nevada, Massachusetts after shuttering in other states

People and Pop Culture

New Basketball HOFer Dwyane Wade confirms he's been pitched to run for office

Executive Transactions - August 14, 2023

Names in the News

Sponsored content

Quote of the Day

It's a long shot, but I sure feel better about the conference’s chance to survive with him around.
-- Sports writer John Canzano, on the Pac-12 hiring NCAA exec Oliver Luck as a consultant amid the conference's restructure.

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