NIL spend increased 300% in year two
NIL spend increased 300% in year two
According to a recent report, brands ramped up their name, image, and likeness (NIL) dealmaking in year two, with NIL spend increasing 300% (!!!) from March 2022 to March 2023 as student-athletes continue to make their case as the industry’s most impactful influencers.
April 28, 2023
Brittney Griner speaks to the media for the first time
Brittney Griner speaks to the media for the first time
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Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner spoke to the media for the first time since she was wrongfully detained in Russia yesterday and renewed the spotlight on the league’s salary structure.
April 28, 2023
Which Canadian teams will clinch a spot in the second round of the NHL playoffs?
Which Canadian teams will clinch a spot in the second round of the NHL playoffs?
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Here’s what you need to know about our squads north of the border and the other happenings as we head into a potentially big clinching weekend.
April 28, 2023
Two more teams booked their spot in Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs
Two more teams booked their spot in Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs
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After last night’s triple-header of crucial Game 5s, two teams have booked their spot in Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs.
April 26, 2023
Women’s sports are ready to take Canada by storm
Women’s sports are ready to take Canada by storm
A study published Monday revealed that the nation’s professional women’s sports market is currently estimated to be worth $110M to $148M, providing the first step towards understanding the untapped Canadian landscape.
April 26, 2023
Women’s World Cup is the world’s most valuable women’s-only sporting event
Women’s World Cup is the world’s most valuable women’s-only sporting event
According to a Monday report, world soccer’s governing body finally calculated the worth of Women’s World Cup (WWC) broadcast rights and landed on $300M, making it the world’s most valuable women’s-only sporting event.
April 26, 2023
NCAA beach volleyball kicks off conference tournaments
NCAA beach volleyball kicks off conference tournaments
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Five of the eight beach volleyball conferences, including the CUSA and OVC, will dig into their tourneys this week, delivering some early sand and sun before final exams.
April 26, 2023
Where things stand one week into the NBA playoffs
Where things stand one week into the NBA playoffs
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The other series? Much messier — here’s who’s on the verge of clinching (hi, WC No. 4 Phoenix Suns) and who still has a long way to go.
April 24, 2023
LIV CEO suggests a women's equivalent tour
LIV CEO suggests a women's equivalent tour
While the men’s LIV Golf tour continues to rival the PGA, LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman believes a women’s equivalent could grab headlines in the near future.
April 24, 2023