Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. today announced that, effective on October 23, 2023, Sam J. Johnson, Executive Vice President (EVP) of Retail Operations, will become President, succeeding Michael P. Mullican, who recently informed the company that he is stepping down to pursue other personal and professional opportunities. In his new role, Mr. Johnson will continue to report to Steve Lawrence, Chief Executive Officer, and his responsibilities will include continued oversight of retail opera

Modern golf entertainment leader Topgolf announced today it will open its Memphis venue on Friday, Oct. 27. The Basics What is Topgolf? A sports entertainment experience that features high-tech golf, food, drinks, music and a good time. Think of it as a place where anyone can participate in the game of golf in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. You'll take aim at giant targets on the field while playing virtual courses or Topgolf's signature games

Fastenal Company a global leader in supply chain solutions and industrial distribution, and the National Hockey League (NHL®) today announced a multiyear global partnership extension. The renewed partnership expands Fastenal's international NHL presence to include presenting sponsorship of all NHL Global Series European games, as well as the NHL's primetime international broadcast series NHL Saturday and NHL Sunday. In North America, Fastenal will continue their support

Today, the Larry H. Miller Company announced a major expansion of the Megaplex brand to include the first luxury cinema-entertainment center (CEC) featuring premium format auditoriums, luxury bowling with laneside dining, a variety of food and beverage options, Swig soft drinks and snacks, private event and party space, and more. The first Megaplex Entertainment CEC is coming to Downtown Daybreak in South Jordan, with additional centers in the pipeline. Utah-based LHM Megaplex is ra

Atalanta B.C. today announced Allied Sports as its commercial agency of record, supporting the Italian soccer club's commercial sales team. Allied Sports will help bring Atalanta's global brand assets to market, including the Club's Main Jersey position in addition to other premium Club opportunities. "We are thrilled to announce the signing of our business partnership with Allied Sports," said Luca Percassi, CEO of Atalanta B.C. "We are absolute

Bally's Corporation will release financial results for the third quarter 2023 after market close on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Management will host a conference call on the same day at 4:30 p.m. EDT to discuss results. To access the conference call, please dial (800) 579-2543 (U.S. toll-free) and reference conference ID BALYQ323. An online audio webcast of the conference call will be available via the Investor Relations section of the Company's website https://ba

On June 26, 2023, Otro Capital announced a €200 million strategic investment in Alpine Racing Ltd. the Formula 1 team backed by the Renault Group. Today, Otro Capital announced the addition of some of the top professionals in the sports industry into its investment group in Alpine F1: - Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, two-time NFL MVP and two-time Super Bowl MVP. - Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs tight-end, eight-time consecutive NFL Pro-Bowl

Salem Sports Events LLC, the leading provider of innovative and custom designed interiors for companies like the PGA Tour, Nike, and Titos, announces the addition of James Auerbach as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and part of its executive leadership team. Auerbach will lead all aspects of the company's sales, business development, and strategic partnerships. “We are excited to welcome James to our executive team at SSE,” said Jeff Ickes, CEO at Salem Sports Events. &l

The U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary announced Jill Bodensteiner, JD, MBA, vice president and director of athletics at Saint Joseph's University, will serve as an expert witness at the Committee's hearing on Name, Image and Likeness and the Future of College Sports on Oct. 17. Bodensteiner, a former labor and employment lawyer and long-time collegiate athletics administrator, is uniquely positioned to offer testimony on the complex and multifaceted nature of name, imag

Stern Pinball, Inc. has announced the next lineup of upcoming Stern Pro Circuit tournaments for the remainder of 2023. The Stern Pro Circuit Championship will be taking place at Enterrium in Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg on October 18, serving as the conclusion of the previous season of tournaments. With a massive prize pool, the winner of the Circuit Championship will receive a $5000 cash prize as well a brand new Stern Pinball machine, the Stern Pro Circuit belt, and the title &ldq