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Chicago, Ill, June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — rEvolution, the leading global independent sports marketing agency that drives business outcomes through sport, culture and community, today announced it has been selected by Hurricane Group to serve as agency of record for FISE Birmingham 2026, marking the U.S. return of FISE — Festival International des Sports Extrêmes — the world’s largest action sports festival. Together with its digital performance group, WePlay, the agency will support digital ticketing, performance marketing and sponsorship sales for the FISE World Series’ only 2026 U.S. stop in Birmingham, AL., with a focus on driving measurable ticket…

MIAMI, June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PlayerU Software Solutions LLC proudly announces the official launch of the PlayerU mobile app on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store beginning June 9th 2026, making the next generation of pickleball learning and player development available to consumers nationwide. Initial launch features include: • Guided video instruction for beginner through advanced beginner players • AI-powered PickleLogic™ coaching assistance • Educational content designed to accelerate player development • Integrated pickleball resources and community tools with no pressure learning • Access to curated equipment and products through PlayerU partners PlayerU has partnered with…

Detroit, MICHIGAN, June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Detroit entrepreneur and media executive Drew Campanelli has officially partnered with NBA Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway Sr. and 2-Time NBA Champion Lindsey Hunter to launch Legacy Sports Network, a new athlete-driven sports and entertainment network built in Detroit and designed to change the media landscape. Tim Hardaway, Drew Campanelli and Lindsey Hunter (pictured in order) start Legacy Sports Network in Detroit, MI. Fueled by the explosive growth of the hit basketball show Crossover, Legacy Sports Network is rapidly emerging as one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing independent media brands. The network will…

CHICAGO, June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ScoreMore, the travel platform helping athletics programs and mission-driven organizations generate new revenue through everyday travel, today announced a new partnership with Badger Connect, a unique fan engagement platform and Proud Partner of Wisconsin Athletics. Through the new dedicated hotel booking platform, fans can book hotels when they travel. A portion of the hotel fees will then be directed to support the Badgers and youth sports programs across the state of Wisconsin, all without paying anything extra. Beginning now, through the new dedicated hotel booking platform at ScoreMoreTravel.com/c/Badger-Connect, fans have a simple way…

63% say team cohesion is critical for sporting success while the same number believe successful businesses rely on teamwork.More than half of UK adults say they’ve applied lessons learned through sport to their professional or business life. LONDON, June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As proud sponsors of PREM Rugby, new research from Funding Circle, the UK’s leading SME finance platform, reveals that the mindset needed to win in elite sport closely mirrors the qualities required to thrive in business. In the lead up to the PREM Rugby final on 20th June, research reveals striking similarities between sport and business,…

Abbotsford, BC, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Former UFV president Joanne MacLean receives national U SPORTS honour Former University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) president Dr. Joanne MacLean has received the Austin-Matthews Award from U SPORTS, recognizing her outstanding leadership and lifelong contributions to Canadian university sport. The award was presented during the 2026 U SPORTS Honours Awards luncheon held June 3 in St. John’s, Newfoundland. MacLean’s career in university athletics and higher education spans nearly five decades as an athlete, coach, administrator, scholar, and institutional leader. Before serving as UFV president from 2018 to 2025, she held numerous…

TORONTO, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The biggest World Cup crowd in Canada will not be inside the stadium. It will be everywhere else. New Vividata data shows 17.5 million Canadian adults plan to watch or follow FIFA World Cup 2026, while 2.3 million aim to attend at least one live match. That points to a scarce-ticket event with a much larger audience gathering in homes, bars, restaurants, public viewing spaces and online. “The World Cup audience in Canada will not be defined by who gets a ticket,” said Pat Pellegrini, President and CEO, Vividata. “It will be defined…

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) has announced that SWAC TV, the official free streaming platform of the league has joined Mercurius Media Capital (MMC) as a Strategic Limited Partner, becoming the latest media platform to enter MMC’s media-for-equity venture fund. The SWAC counts over one million active alumni, 70,000 current students, and a fanbase that consistently fills stadiums across six states. Its audience is 87% African American, 67% college-educated, and 64% homeowners. It is also a community that mainstream advertising has historically undervalued. Joining MMC gives SWAC TV access to a portfolio…

Chicago, IL, June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The refreshed brand, including a new merchandise collection at merch.ptf.org, is live today at ptf.org. “The new branding, marked with 42 and 40, unites Pat’s journey from ASU to the Cardinals to the Army, capturing the full scope of his legacy in one symbol. Every element means something. That intentionality is what makes it instantly recognizable. You see it once, and you understand what it represents,” said Dr. Katherine Steele, CEO and 2014 Tillman Scholar. “Our scholars have built a community worth representing. This brand now matches it,” said Marie Tillman Shenton,…

New York, NY, June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Five Iron Golf, the global leader in indoor golf and entertainment known for its expert instruction, Callaway Tour Fitting, competitive leagues and tournaments, and tour-level simulator technology, is encouraging families to celebrate Father’s Day with experiences centered around the game more Americans are playing than ever before. According to the National Golf Foundation, a record 47.2 million Americans engaged with golf in 2025 through on-course and off-course participation, underscoring the sport’s continued growth and cultural relevance. As the game continues to evolve, golfers are increasingly investing in lessons, club fitting, leagues,…