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BRADENTON, Fla., June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Elevate by IMG Academy today announced a partnership with Eastern Michigan University (EMU). Through the partnership, EMU will leverage IMG Academy’s experience developing high-performing student-athletes and leaders, providing a comprehensive, scalable solution designed to enhance student-athlete leadership, wellbeing, performance, personal growth and lifelong success. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to preparing student-athletes for success prior to, during their collegiate careers and beyond, setting a new benchmark for holistic student-athlete development in college athletics. Elevate by IMG Academy expands the reach of IMG Academy’s expertise through a flexible delivery model that combines…

BOSTON, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EARNED is proud to announce the signing of Cody Boshell, a standout first baseman and left-handed pitcher from Florida, one of the nation’s top prospects in the Class of 2026, a highly regarded 2026 MLB Draft prospect, and a University of Tennessee commit. Boshell joins Team EARNED as an ambassador, representing the brand’s commitment to hard work, discipline, and earning every opportunity. Standing 6-foot-3 and 220 pounds, Boshell has established himself as one of the premier players in the country. Known for his powerful left-handed bat, defensive versatility, and relentless work ethic, he…

LAS VEGAS, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Foley Entertainment Group (FEG) confirmed today that Chairman William P. (Bill) Foley II, founder and majority owner of National Hockey League (NHL) team Vegas Golden Knights (VGK), is pursuing the award of a National Basketball Association (NBA) franchise for Las Vegas. Foley has retained Morgan Stanley & Co, LLC as his exclusive financial advisor, in his effort to structure an ownership platform built around Mr. Foley’s existing Southern Nevada sports holdings, as well as Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP to advise on the effort. Foley intends to build the franchise on the…

Boca Raton, FL, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HairClub, a leading provider of hair restoration solutions, today announced a multi-year extension of its partnership with actor and NASCAR[1] driver Frankie Muniz, continuing a successful collaboration built on Muniz’s personal hair restoration journey and a shared commitment to helping others address hair loss with confidence. The renewed collaboration comes as Muniz experiences a rare dual resurgence in both entertainment and professional motorsports. More than two decades after becoming a household name as the star of the Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated series Malcolm in the Middle, Muniz has returned to one of…

BATON ROUGE, La., June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CoverFour today announced its emergence as a new force in the sporting goods industry with the acquisition of Chandler Bats, a respected baseball brand known for its high-performing wood bats used by professional and amateur players. Quietly operating and making key investments over the past several years, the acquisition marks a defining moment in CoverFour’s strategy to build a modern, athlete-centric sporting goods platform rooted in performance, authenticity and innovation. Chandler has long been recognized as one of the most trusted names in professional baseball. Its products are used by top…

Ogden, UT., June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Salomon, the modern mountain sports lifestyle brand, is opening its newest New York City storefront in the Flatiron district with a lineup of exciting community events designed to celebrate the city’s vibrant outdoor and sport culture and the people who make it thrive. Wednesday, July 1st – Soft OpeningJoin the Salomon team for the store’s soft opening party at 10AM. Track down the Run Vault on Wheels in the city — a disruptive, can’t-miss pop-up experience where runners can unlock prizes redeemable at Salomon Flatiron. (RSVP here – Live 6/24) Tuesday, July…

SAO PAULO, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — KAYAK surveyed 2,000 travellers to find out which football player they’d most want to travel with, and where in Brazil they’d take them. Passport stamped for the Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo was chosen by 60% of respondents, followed by Vinícius Júnior (19%) and Endrick (9%). The reasons? 41% cited personal admiration, 23% want to see what goes on behind the scenes of an athlete’s holiday, and 15% want to live a once in a lifetime experience alongside one of football’s biggest names. The Northeast Steals the Show When asked where they’d take…

Feature film chronicles four decades of passion, culture, and community surrounding the Mexican National Team ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Mexico City, Mexico, June 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — At ages 17 and 16, Mexican-American brothers Luis Alberto Ruiz and Luis Roberto Ruiz have accomplished something unusual: producing a feature-length documentary that explores more than four decades of Mexican identity, culture, and community through the lens of the Mexican National Team and its supporters. No Jugamos Solos Their film, No Jugamos Solos, arrives as Mexico once again takes center stage during the FIFA World Cup 2026, offering a timely reflection…

DALIAN, China, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On June 20, the highly anticipated first home fixture of Dalian in the 2026 Northeast China Super Football League kicked off in spectacular fashion at Suoyuwan Football Stadium. A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. The match drew a crowd of 62,826 spectators, setting a new attendance record for Suoyuwan Football Stadium and hitting a new all-time high for the “Northeast Super League”. Before kickoff, an immersive blue-themed laser show unfolded across the venue as the stadium lights dimmed all of a sudden, with dazzling beams…

EDMONTON, Alberta, June 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WHAT:Media are invited to attend the 37th annual Brick Invitational Hockey Tournament press conference. Year after year, The Brick Invitational returns as one of world’s most premier youth hockey tournaments. Since its inception in 1990, the annual tournament has showcased North America’s top nine- and 10-year-old hockey players, with many going on to play in junior, university and professional leagues.   The press conference will welcome the 2026 team Brick Alberta roster and present them with their tournament jerseys.   Puck drop for the opening game is on Sunday, June 28 at 7:30 a.m. at the…