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Tempe, AZ, Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Hole In One Show: Desert Series premiered Sunday, January 4 on Arizona’s Family Sports, marking the program’s eighth season, its first season produced in Arizona, and a new chapter following seven seasons filmed in North Dakota. The Hole In One Show on Arizona Family Sports The Hole In One Show has aired for years in North Dakota and has quietly raised more than $130,000 for charity. The Arizona episodes were filmed at Grass Clippings Rolling Hills in Tempe and feature amateur golfers competing for prizes while playing on behalf of nonprofit…

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xtreme One Entertainment, Inc. (OTCID: XONI), parent company of Xtreme Fighting Championships (XFC), today announced that Robbie “Ruthless” Lawler, UFC Hall of Famer and former UFC Welterweight Champion, has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors. Lawler brings more than twenty years of elite, global experience at the highest levels of professional mixed martial arts, having competed across the UFC, Strikeforce, and EliteXC. Recognized worldwide for his longevity, competitiveness, and professionalism, Lawler adds high-impact strategic perspective, athlete credibility, and brand authority as Xtreme One continues to scale its position in…

HOUSTON, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kevin Sumlin, a longtime college football coach, today announces the Kevin Sumlin Scholarship for Student Athletes, a program designed to assist undergraduate students who balance academics with collegiate sports. This scholarship offers support to student-athletes at accredited colleges and universities nationwide, with no restrictions based on location within the United States. The Kevin Sumlin Scholarship for Student Athletes invites applications from current undergraduate student-athletes who participate in collegiate athletics. To apply, candidates submit a 500- to 700-word essay that addresses the prompt: “As a student-athlete, what lessons have you learned from balancing academics…

NEW YORK, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sports Studio Inc. today announced a major milestone for its flagship streaming platform, Free Live Sports (FLS), securing seven new global distribution deals that will extend the platform’s reach to more than 75 million households worldwide. The new agreements include six global CTV distribution partnerships with VIDAA (including Hisense Channels), Rakuten TV, Titan OS, Whale TV, Anoki (LiveTVx), and Swift TV, significantly expanding FLS’s availability across leading smart TV platforms and streaming ecosystems. Additionally, FLS has signed an agreement with 3SS, a global leader in delivering next-generation in-vehicle entertainment solutions. 3SS’ 3Ready Automotive…

CHICAGO, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Giordano’s, Chicago’s iconic deep-dish pizza brand, is celebrating one of the city’s most beloved sports moments with the launch of the M-V-Pizza, a limited-time pizza created in honor of Derrick Rose’s jersey retirement. Inspired by Rose’s historic career and his lasting impact on Chicago basketball, the M-V-Pizza delivers big on flavor. The pizza features a double layer of the brand’s proprietary pepperoni paired with a bold drizzle of homemade Calabrian hot honey for a powerful mix of heat, sweetness, and hometown pride. “Derrick Rose represents the heart of Chicago – resilience, loyalty, and…

Nashville, TN, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Five Iron Golf, the global leader in indoor golf and entertainment, has opened its first Nashville location at 202 21st Avenue South, directly below the Aertson Midtown. The 14,500-square-foot venue marks the brand’s debut in Tennessee, bringing Five Iron’s signature mix of advanced training, immersive play, and elevated hospitality to the heart of Music City. The project is owned and operated by franchise partners Peter McCormick and Alex Zega, who continue to expand Five Iron’s footprint across the United States. “Nashville has always been a city where music, culture, and community intersect,…

Bethesda, MD, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF) today announced that Genesis Hockey Club, a nonprofit youth hockey organization based in Hatfield, Pennsylvania, has joined the league. The move expands competitive opportunities for Genesis teams and families across multiple age levels as part of AHF’s national footprint and member-run league structure. Genesis, founded in 2019 through the merger of two longstanding local programs, has built a development focused culture serving players from 8U through 18U. The club’s leadership evaluated the transition with a focus on maintaining a strong experience for families while ensuring players have…

EDMONTON, Alberta, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Papa Johns Canada and the Canadian Hockey League (CHL®) are launching the Champions of Tomorrow Program, a new national initiative supporting youth hockey across Canada. At the centre of the program is the Champions of Tomorrow Scholarship: a $25,000 CAD award and VIP trip for two to the 2026 Memorial Cup Championship Weekend presented by Kubota. The scholarship will be awarded to one Canadian youth hockey player who demonstrates leadership, commitment, and positive impact in their community. From January 6 to June 30, 2026, Papa Johns will donate $1 from every $35+…

THE EXCLUSIVE ENGLISH-LANGUAGE NETWORK FOR TIGRES UANL AND JUÁREZ FC GAMES – MEN AND WOMEN Season starts with Back-to-Back Games: Tigres Femenil vs Puebla and Juárez Femenil vs. León, Saturday January 10 Tigres UANL meets Toluca on January 17 for a rematch after the Apertura Final Liga MX and Liga MX Femenil Matches Air Live and Free in English on the LatiNation App and LATV Broadcast LOS ANGELES, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — After an action-packed Apertura season, LatiNation Media is back this Saturday, January 10 for Clausura 2026 as the exclusive English-language media home of Tigres UANL and…

Caption: 2025 Kailas FUGA Shenzhen 100 Mountain Trail SHENZHEN, China, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 2025 Kailas FUGA Shenzhen 100 Mountain Trail and TORX® CHN 100 saw new course records in what was the largest and fastest edition of the race since it launched in 2023. This year welcomed 191 elite athletes and 5,893 runners, from over 20 different countries. Kailas FUGA had the largest number of elite runners, with 20 competing for top places. Stunning coastal views and the blend of jungle and urban trail hold unique appeal for international athletes wanting a new experience. The course…