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EDMONTON, Alberta, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  In a riveting championship showdown at the 36th Annual Brick Invitational Hockey Tournament (“Brick Invitational” or the “Tournament”), Toronto Pro Hockey claimed victory over the BC Junior Canucks to win the 2025 Brick Cup with a final score of 2-1 during a double overtime game. From June 30 to July 6, the 2025 Brick Invitational welcomed back elite young hockey players, ages nine and 10, from across North America to compete at the West Edmonton Mall Ice Palace. Recognized globally as one of the premier minor hockey tournaments, the annual tournament has…

MAKATI CITY, Philippines, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Half a century ago, the vibrant city of Manila captured global attention with “Thrilla in Manila,” a historic boxing event. Now, the Philippines is once again opening its doors to a world-class sporting spectacle. On September 20 and 21, 2025, the iconic Ayala Triangle Gardens will host The Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge, a unique street vaulting competition designed to inspire and entertain. This event is a collaborative effort, brought to life through the vision of two-time World Championship Medalist EJ Obiena and Atletang Ayala, both committed to showcasing the…

EDMONTON, Alberta, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —   WHAT:Join us for the final puck drop of the 36th annual Brick Invitational Hockey Tournament! After a successful week of elite youth hockey, the tournament culminates in an exciting championship game between Toronto Pro Hockey and BC Junior Canucks as they compete for the 2025 Brick Cup. This game marks the conclusion of one of the world’s most preeminent minor hockey tournaments, showcasing North America’s top hockey players ages nine and 10.   The championship game will be held at the West Edmonton Mall Ice Palace, with puck drop scheduled for 12 p.m. on…

ONTARIO, Calif., July 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Get ready fútbol fans it’s time to score big this holiday weekend with Flavor & Fútbol: The Final Giveaway! This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is happening across all Heritage Grocers Group (HGG) banners, giving customers the chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to see The Big Match in Houston, Texas. Flavor & Fútbol Winners will receive: Two tickets to The Big MatchRound-trip airfareHotel accommodationsA $100 gift card to El Rancho Supermercado Each prize is valued at $3,400 and one winner will be selected from each HGG banner, giving multiple fans the chance to celebrate fútbol in…

​Closes transaction to acquire BCE’s 37.5% ownership stake in MLSE​Strengthens commitment to Canadian sports ​Will invest to bring championships to Canada​ TORONTO, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) (NYSE: RCI) today announced it has closed its transaction to acquire BCE’s 37.5% ownership stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) for C$4.7 billion. Rogers is now the largest owner with a 75% interest in MLSE. ​​“MLSE is one of the most prestigious sports and entertainment organizations in the world and we’re proud to be the majority owner of these iconic sports teams,” said…

ANCHORAGE, Alaska, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On Thursday, July 10th, the 9th Annual Afognak Youth Charity Golf Tournament will be held at the Anchorage Golf Course and will feature celebrity guest, Lofa Tatupu. As a former Seattle Seahawk, Tatupu’s NFL career included a Super Bowl appearance and three Pro Bowl selections as a linebacker. Tatupu is committed to education and training as was evident when he went on to serve as an assistant coach with the Seahawks where he demonstrated healthy habits, hard work, and perseverance. Tatupu will help kick off the inaugural youth golf clinic this year…

Houston, TX, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU), in conjunction with the Harris County – Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA), will host the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games in five (5) different venues across the Greater Houston area from July 22 to August 2. The competition will include more than 16,000 athletes from ages 8 to 18, and is the largest youth multi-sport event in the United States. Houston will be hosting this competition for the fourth time, having previously hosted in 2012, 2016 and 2021, and is also slated to host the event again in…

Louisville, KY, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Some moments demand intensity, and few sports deliver it quite like Professional Bull Riders (PBR). That’s why FRE® Nicotine Pouches is stepping into the arena as an official partner of Unleash The Beast, the sport’s premier individual series. The multi-year deal is FRE’s biggest sports sponsorship ever, and it’s all about bringing high-energy moments to fans. A Partnership Rooted in Boldness “Professional Bull Riding delivers the most exciting 8 seconds in sports, and we’re thrilled to be part of that energy through our title sponsorship of the Unleash The Beast,” said Connor…

Las Vegas, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Grammy award-winning, multi-hyphenate recording artist/songwriter and entrepreneur, T-Pain and notable entertainment catalyst, Clinton Sparks have officially launched the Global Gaming League (GGL)—a groundbreaking new entertainment sports league combining video gaming, celebrity, and culture—this past Saturday, June 28 in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a spectacular pre-season premiere that marked the beginning of a new era in competitive gaming.The formal launch event, hosted by entertainment icons Nick Cannon and Jermaine Dupri, featured a live performance by Soulja Boy and introduced GGL’s pre-season premiere match between T-Pain’s Nappy Boy Gaming and Bryce Hall’s Hall Pass Gaming—complete with a friendly $10,000 wager. The match highlighted just…

CHARLOTTE, N.C. and LAS VEGAS, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a major move for North Carolina’s largest media market, Charlotte’s WZGV-AM is rebranding from “ESPN Charlotte 730 The Game” to “InsideTheGame.bet,” becoming the region’s first radio station dedicated entirely to sports betting content. The station is partnering with VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, to bring 24/7 programming focused on the latest odds, insights, and expert analysis to sports fans and bettors in the Charlotte metro area. “This new format is unlike anything in the market,” said Mario Washington, general manager at WZGV-AM. “Leveraging premier sports betting content from VSiN, WZGV-AM…