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EDMONTON, Alberta, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Papa Johns Canada and the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) are proud to announce Griffin Seafoot of British Columbia as the recipient of the Champions of Tomorrow Scholarship. The Champions of Tomorrow Scholarship was created to recognize young Canadians who demonstrate outstanding leadership, character, and a drive to excel both on and off the ice. The program awards $25,000 to a youth hockey player making a lasting difference through sport, academics, and service. Selected from nominations submitted across Canada, Griffin stood out for combining excellence in hockey and academics with a genuine commitment…

LONDON, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tottenham Hotspur are facing a financial reckoning unlike any in the Premier League era. With a handful of games remaining and Spurs stuck in the relegation zone, fresh analysis from Bookies.com puts the cost of the drop at an estimated loss of £181.5 million in Year One alone. Bookies.com’s Three Year Cumulative Loss Outlook: Year One Loss: £181.5 millionYear Two Loss: £389 millionYear Three Loss: £636.5 million The biggest blow would come from broadcasting, where central distributions of around £140 million would collapse to a confirmed £49 million parachute payment, a £91 million hit…

Phoenix, ARIZONA, April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Acceso Latino, a program of the Carlos Slim Foundation, along with Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley, ESPN, Chicanos Por La Causa, and Helios Education Foundation, will host a free two-day youth basketball clinic this weekend in Phoenix. Open to all Valley youth ages 8 to 17, the event runs Saturday and Sunday, May 2 and 3, at the Jerry Colangelo Branch of Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley, located at 1755 N. 34th Ave. Spots are limited to 150 participants and registration is required. Carlos Slim Foundation Acceso Latino…

San Diego, CA, April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — D1SportsNetwork.com today announced the official launch of its groundbreaking nationwide platform designed to centralize the fragmented youth sports ecosystem. Built as the only true end-to-end network for youth sports, D1SportsNetwork connects players, parents, coaches, club organizations, tournament directors, officials, and recruiters through seamless event marketing, registration, management, recruiting, and performance tools. D1 Player Profiles compile essential athletic measurements, core sports benchmarks, sport-specific metrics, performance stats, game media, athletic awards, and academic overviews to be shared with coaches at all levels in the D1 Recruiting Portal. Born from the explosive growth of…

New York, NY, April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Five Iron Golf, the global leader in indoor golf and entertainment, officially opened its first location in Saudi Arabia on Friday, April 24, and is now welcoming guests at PIF Tower in the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Developed in partnership with Golf Saudi, the flagship venue marks a significant milestone in Five Iron’s international expansion and arrives at a pivotal moment as Saudi Arabia continues to invest in the long-term growth of golf through increased participation, infrastructure development, and more modern, accessible experiences. The opening comes as investment in golf…

NEW ALBANY, Ohio, April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hollister Co. (“Hollister”), a division of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF), teamed up with Italian sportswear brand Kappa to ignite global anticipation ahead of the summer soccer season. Launching Thursday, April 30, the collaboration celebrates Kappa’s European heritage combined with Hollister’s fashion-first aesthetic, with men’s and women’s pieces designed for match days, watch parties and everyday wear. “Kappa has defined the intersection of sport and style for decades, and Hollister brings a proven point of view on how modern consumers live in that space today,” said Corey Robinson, chief product…

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — STARTRADER Completes Basketball Court Upgrade Serving 10,000 Youth Annually The newly upgraded basketball court is now in active use, providing a safe, structured sports environment for daily learning and development. STARTRADER has completed the transformation of a 28×15m basketball court at the District 10 Children’s House in Vietnam, upgrading it into a fully operational space now used by over 10,000 young learners annually, in line with the STAR Foundation’s vision, “Where Tomorrow’s STARs Begin.” Unveiled during the turnover ceremony on April 19, the project replaced a previously basic space…

Lausanne, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a landmark development for cue sports, the International World Games Association (IWGA) confirmed at its Annual General Meeting in Lausanne on 25 April 2026 that Billiards will be included in the official programme for The World Games 2029, a decision welcomed by the World Pool Association (WPA). The World Pool Association (WPA) welcomes the confirmation by the International World Games Association (IWGA) that Billiards has been included in the official sports programme for The World Games 2029 This re-inclusion reinforces the continued growth and global relevance of cue sports, and highlights the…

San Diego, CA, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — UNITO Mezcal announced today a strategic one-year partnership with unified cruiserweight world champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramírez, aligning the premium mezcal brand with one of boxing’s most dominant active champions ahead of a marquee Cinco de Mayo weekend event. Ramírez is set to headline a historic Mexico vs. Mexico showdown on May 2, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, where he will defend his unified cruiserweight world titles against undefeated two-division champion David Benavidez in one of the most anticipated fights of 2026. “This is something I’m proud to be part…

Toronto, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the city prepares to welcome the world, Harbourfront Centre launches its Summer 2026 season with a dynamic lineup of festivals, exhibitions, live performances, art, music and public experiences designed to bring Toronto residents and visitors together.  From weekly, crowd-favourite community moments like Dancing on the Square, Free Flicks and Summer Music in the Garden to signature programs including Canada Day, Island Soul and a lineup of multicultural festivals, Harbourfront Centre’s summer events continue to draw thousands to the waterfront, bringing Toronto together in a shared celebration where everyone is welcome. Daily programming,…