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Sports and Activities News – including team sports, sporting events, sports technology, water sports, snow sports, Olympics, and related sports news from the Send2Press Newswire service.


UTR Sports Partners with Stack Sports to Launch TeamInn Travel Services for Tennis and Pickleball

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — UTR Sports, a global leader in tennis and pickleball player ratings and event management, today announced an expansion of its partnership with Stack Sports to incorporate TeamInn travel services. TeamInn, Stack Sports’ dedicated travel service platform, will now provide travel accommodations for UTR Sports tournaments and events, simplifying travel planning for players, coaches, officials, and fans.

StarKnightMT Black Friday Blowout Sale 2024 Showcases Top UTV Accessories

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — There are so many cool UTV accessories on the market and StarKnightMT’s blowout Black Friday sale plans to showcase all it has to offer. This Black Friday event is scheduled to take place over two weeks; it starts Nov. 18 and runs through Dec. 2, 2024. A variety of exciting add-ons for multiple top brands will be offered for 18 to 30 percent off retail sales prices.

Arizona Soccer Association Partners with Stack Team App to Drive Participation Growth and Engagement

PHOENIX, Ariz., and PLANO, Texas, Nov. 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Arizona Soccer Association (ASA), a leading youth soccer organization under the United States Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer, has partnered with Stack Team App, a Stack Sports Company, as its official Mobile Communications Partner. This partnership aligns with Arizona’s commitment to enhancing soccer participation and development across the state through innovative technology.

Skyhawks Sports Honors Skyhawks-SuperTots Sports Colorado as its 2024 Franchise of the Year

NEW ORLEANS, La., Nov. 11, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Skyhawks Sports, a Stack Sports company, is proud to announce Skyhawks-SuperTots Sports Colorado, owned by Karl and Tori Makela, has been awarded the 2024 Skyhawks-SuperTots Franchise of the Year Award. The Makela’s, who have been Franchise Owners since the fall of 2017, received this recognition during an awards ceremony at the annual Skyhawks “Game On” Conference, held this September in New Orleans. This is their third time being recognized for this award.

Family Lawyer Ronique Bastine Robinson Moderates Panel on NIL at the Annual AAML Meeting

CHICAGO, Ill., Nov. 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The annual American Academy Matrimonial Lawyers, AAML, meeting is set to take place in Chicago, IL on November 6-9, 2024. Ronique Bastine Robinson, founder of Bastine Law Group based in Stafford, Texas, will moderate a panel discussion with both sports agents, consultants, and family law attorneys.

Red Bull Give a Grip with Olympian Natalia Grossman is Coming to Movement RiNo in Denver

DENVER, Colo., Oct. 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Movement Climbing Yoga and Fitness, the nation’s largest community of indoor climbing, yoga and fitness facilities, is thrilled to announce a special event featuring Red Bull athlete and Olympian Natalia Grossman at their Movement RiNo gym in Denver on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Landmark Study Reveals $11.7 Billion Economic Impact of Sports in the Los Angeles Region, Revealing Significant Growth Post-Pandemic

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 17, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Los Angeles Sports Council, the region’s premier sports trade association, and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) released the fourth annual economic impact of sports report today, cementing the region’s stature as a hub of sports activity and commerce.

Apex Leadership Company Partners with Skyhawk Sports Academy to Expand Fundraising and Leadership Programs Nationwide

SPOKANE, Wash., Oct. 3, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Apex Leadership Company, a leading provider of fitness-focused youth fundraising programs, has announced a strategic two-year partnership with Skyhawk Sports Academy, a Stack Sports company, to expand its unique fundraising model to even more schools and students across the country. This collaboration unites two strong brands with a shared mission to enhance children’s lives through fitness, leadership, and personal development.

7th Annual Ice Hole Festival Ticket Sales Hit Record Numbers

LAKE OKOBOJI, Iowa, Aug. 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — International Scuba is thrilled to announce the success of the 7th Ice Hole Festival. The event celebrates the unique thrill of ice diving while promoting scuba diving certifications. The festival is hosted at the Arrowwood Resort in Iowa but draws attention from across the world.

Stack Sports Teams Up with The Miracle League to Revolutionize Inclusive Sports

PLANO, Texas, July 15, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, the leading provider of sports management solutions, is excited to announce the signing of its new strategic partnership with The Miracle League, an organization focused on providing opportunities for children with disabilities to play Miracle League baseball.

Texas A&M Global Youth Sport for Development Initiative Partners with Skyhawks Sports Academy and Wellspring Consulting

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 3, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Texas A&M University’s Global Youth Sport for Development Initiative (GYS4D) and Center for Sport Management Research and Education is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Skyhawks Sports Academy powered by Stack Sports, and Wellspring Consulting. This collaboration aims to leverage the unique strengths of each organization to empower youth worldwide through innovative sports programs designed to build leadership, educational, and life skills.

Revo Sunglasses Announces Exciting New Partnership with New York Knicks Star Donte DiVincenzo

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 27, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Revo sunglasses, the premium performance eyewear company known for its high-quality sunglasses, announces today a dynamic new partnership with New York Knicks basketball player, Donte DiVincenzo. This collaboration brings together Revo’s cutting-edge sunglasses and DiVincenzo’s stellar athletic career, highlighting a shared commitment to quality and performance both on and off the court.

AVCA Partners with INTENT – A Team Academic Award Sponsor and Dynamic Digital Platform Connecting Student Athletes with Life After Sport

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 27, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is pleased to partner with INTENT, a company focused on purpose-driven, career paths for student-athletes as they enter life after sports. INTENT, a game-changing, digital platform links student-athletes (along with military special ops veterans) to a powerful network of candidate-seeking employers.

Stack Sports and The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Renew Strategic Partnership to Grow Participation

PLANO, Texas, June 19, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, the leading provider of sports management solutions, announced the renewal of its multi-year partnership with Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Sports, an interdenominational Christian sports ministry working to see the world transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.

Introducing INTENT, Connecting Candidate-Seeking Employers to Student-Athletes for Life After Sport and to Military Special Ops for Life After Service

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 5, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — INTENT, a game-changing, digital platform linking student-athletes and military special ops veterans to a powerful network of candidate-seeking employers, launches today at Intent-USA.com. The announcement was made by CEO Athan Sunderland, along with founding partners Steve Kraus, John Von Stade, Seth Rosenzweig, Ann Kitt-Carpenetti and Sean Wetmore.

Revo Welcomes Golf Legend and Revo Brand Ambassador Annika Sorenstam for an Exclusive Evening on May 15th in SoHo, NYC

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Revo, the premium, high-quality, performance sunglass company, announced today the exclusive event on May 15th featuring Hall-of-Fame golfer and Revo ambassador, Annika Sorenstam. The event will take place at Revo’s newly-opened retail store in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood where fans will have the unique opportunity to take photos with the legendary golfer, enjoy signed giveaways and preview the Revo x Annika sunglass collection.

Top Female Sports Executive, Lisa Pantages of the San Francisco Giants, Named FWSF 2024 Financial Woman of the Year

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 8, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Lisa Pantages as the FWSF 2024 Financial Woman of the Year. Ms. Pantages is the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the San Francisco Giants. FWSF is particularly excited to award the organization’s highest honor to a female sports executive, a sector which FWSF has not previously recognized.

Stack Sports launches Stack Rewards to Save Youth Sports Families $100M

DALLAS, Texas, May 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, the leading provider of youth sports software has launched a new rewards program delivering significant savings to youth sports families in the United States and North America. With Stack Rewards, families can earn cashback on everyday shopping and access special offers and deals to help pay for sports, resulting in projected savings of $100 million annually.

Cal South Strengthens Partnership with Stack Sports, Adding CaptainU as Official College Recruiting Software

ANAHEIM, Calif. and PLANO, Texas, May 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports and Cal South have strengthened their ongoing partnership, adding CaptainU as its Official College Recruiting Software to Cal South and its youth soccer community. This continued Stack Sports partnership will further Cal South’s mission of advancing and empowering its youth athletes and families through soccer. Cal South and Stack Sports have a longstanding relationship that spans over 20 years via Stack Sports’ ‘Sports Connect’ solution, and have together played an integral role in bringing soccer to local youth.

Stack Sports Surges Forward: Doubles in Size and Reaches 50 Million Users Globally in 2023

DALLAS, Texas, April 30, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, the largest provider of sports management solutions, camps, recruiting, and elite player development software, proudly reflects on a year of unprecedented growth and success in 2023. Building upon its commitment to grow participation and transform the sports experience, Stack Sports has doubled in size over the past three years, now serving over 50 million users worldwide.

NAHL Announces Partnership with CaptainU

DALLAS, Texas, April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The North American Hockey League (NAHL) is pleased to announce a new partnership with CaptainU from Stack Sports, the leading online, collegiate sports recruiting platform, helping high school athletes fulfill their dreams of playing sports in college, as an official recruiting partner of the NAHL Combines and NAHL Prospects Challenge.

New Jersey Youth Soccer launches an integrated training platform with Stack Sports and etrainu

TRENTON, N.J., April 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — New Jersey Youth Soccer, Stack Sports, the largest provider of sports management solutions, camps, recruiting, and elite player development software, and etrainu, alongside US Youth Soccer is excited to announce the launch of a new integrated training platform on Sports Connect. Through this new integration, the USYS University will be available to all USYS members with New Jersey Youth Soccer (NJYS) leading the charge as the first State to leverage the integration.

Leap Hockey Partners with Skyhawks & Stack Sports to Accelerate Youth Field Hockey Development

AUSTIN, Texas, April 4, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Leap Hockey, a pioneering online platform dedicated to advancing youth field hockey skills, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Skyhawks & Stack Sports, a leading provider of sports camps and youth programming across the USA. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in empowering young players to excel in the sport of field hockey.

Dixie Softball, Inc. Renews Partnership With Stack Sports To Advance The Sport Using Innovative Technology

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and PLANO, Texas, April 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dixie Softball, Inc., a Governing Body for the sport of softball in the United States, has announced a multi-year partnership renewal with Stack Sports, the leading provider of sports technology solutions. As part of this continued collaboration, Sports Connect will serve as an Official League Technology Provider of Dixie Softball.

Stack Sports Renews Partnership with USA Lacrosse

PLANO, Texas, March 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, the leading provider of sports technology solutions, proudly announces the renewal of its partnership with USA Lacrosse, the governing body for the sport in the United States and a Recognized Sports Organization by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, for an additional two years. As part of this continued collaboration, Sports Connect will serve as an Official League Registration Partner of USA Lacrosse.

GOALS Council Welcomes Soccer Resilience to a Live Roundtable Discussing Youth Sports and Mental Health

PLANO, Texas, March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The GOALS Council, a strategic advisory body formed by Stack Sports and influential youth soccer leaders in 2021, will host their second virtual roundtable tailored for youth sports enthusiasts on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, featuring a distinguished panel of industry leaders discussing pressing topics identified by the GOALS Council.

Major League Rugby (MLR) and Imagine Rugby announce partnership with Stack Sports’ Skyhawks

PLANO, Texas, March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Skyhawks powered by Stack Sports has signed a two-year agreement with Imagine Rugby and Major League Rugby (MLR) to be their Official Youth Flag Rugby Partner. This will provide access to the Skyhawks’ extensive network with programming slated to launch this summer.

Sports Parenting Email Newsletter Surpasses 3.5M Subscribers, Now the most read Newsletter in Youth Sports

PLANO, Texas, Feb. 28, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Six months ago iSport360 partnered with Stack Sports to launch a free weekly newsletter which has now become the largest sports parenting newsletter in youth sports today. With 3.5 million sports parent readers, many of whom are also coaches and sports organizers, the newsletter focuses on helping families play more and worry less. The curated newsletter includes stories about understanding the sports parent psyche, helping coaches and parents work together, nurturing empowered young athletes, nutrition and hydration for a healthy athlete, supporting players’ physical and mental health, and so much more.

LA Sports Council Announces New President & CEO Matthew Cacciato

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The LA Sports Council, the region’s premier sports trade association, is proud to announce the hiring of a new President and CEO of the organization, Matthew Cacciato. As President, Cacciato’s first initiative will be the organization’s 19th Annual LA Sports Awards, a flagship celebration honoring the best in LA sports and top moments of the year.

Stack Sports and Expedia Group Score a Winning Partnership, Bringing Big Savings to Sports Families’ Travel Expenses

PLANO, Texas, Feb. 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A game-changing collaboration has emerged between Stack Sports, a leading sports technology provider, and Expedia Group, the world’s leading traveler technology platform. Together, they’re set to redefine the way sports families plan their travel, offering substantial savings to make supporting athletes at various events more accessible and affordable.

Game, Set, Match! Dink Productions Serves Up Kickstarter Campaign for First-Ever Pickleball Full-Length Feature Film, ‘In a Pickle’

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 31, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dink Productions launches a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for their upcoming movie “In a Pickle.” By engaging the vibrant pickleball community in this campaign, Dink Productions aims to showcase the massive audience awaiting to see this movie come to life.

7th Annual Ice Hole Festival in Lake Okoboji, Iowa Creates Waves, with the Thrills and Chills of Scuba Diving

LAKE OKOBOJI, Iowa and CARROLLTON, Texas, Jan. 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — International Scuba proudly announces the return of the much-anticipated Ice Hole Festival. An event that has become legendary in the scuba diving community. What began as a whimsical idea on a Texan’s bucket list has evolved into a thrilling annual gathering of adventurous scuba divers from across the continent. The annual Ice Hole Festival will be Held Feb 8 – 11, 2024.

USA Field Hockey Announces Strategic Partnership with Skyhawks Powered by Stack Sports to Expand Youth Field Hockey Participation Nationwide

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 17, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — USA Field Hockey, the national governing body for the sport of field hockey in the United States, is excited to announce a landmark partnership with Skyhawks powered by Stack Sports. This strategic collaboration aims to introduce field hockey to young athletes across the country and foster the growth of the sport at the grassroots level.

GOALS Council Welcomes Influential Trio to Drive Access and Inclusivity in Youth Soccer

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 10, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The GOALS Council, a strategic advisory body formed by Stack Sports and influential youth soccer leaders in 2021, has announced the appointment of three new members: Martin Fox, Program Manager for the Aspen Institute’s Sports & Society Program, Chris Solomons, National Director, Community Engagement and Business Development at AYSO, and Dr. Jené Baclawski, Senior Coach Educator at U.S. Soccer.

Wells Fargo Partners with Award-Winning Online Fan-Athlete Community, HANG, to Connect HBCU Fans and Stars for The Celebration Bowl

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Wells Fargo, in partnership with the award-winning fan-athlete community, HANG, will bring a one-of-a-kind watch-party game experience to HBCU fans for the storied match-up between Howard University and Florida A&M at the Celebration Bowl on December 14, 2023. Actor and former NFL linebacker Isaac Keys (Morehouse); NFL Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams (Southern); Miami Dolphins star Terron Armstead (UAPB), Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive lineman Nick Leverett (North Carolina Central) and pro basketball player Shakyla Hill (Grambling) will be among the HBCU notables who will celebrate the HBCU experience while discussing the game with fans around the country.

Leading Technology GamePlan, powered by Stack Sports, Empowers Texas Rangers to Their First World Series Championship

PLANO, Texas, Dec 6, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Texas Rangers, an iconic Major League Baseball team based in Arlington, TX, have secured their first World Series Championship. Behind the scenes, the Texas Rangers employed GamePlan, a cutting-edge mobile game preparation tool, to navigate their journey to clinch the championship.

Empire Strykers of the Major Arena Soccer League Sign Marco Fabian, International Soccer Star and Gold Medalist with Mexican National Team

ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 4, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Empire Strykers of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL), have announced the signing of former Mexican International Marco Fabian to a two-year contract. The monetary terms of the deal were not disclosed as per policy of the MASL. The contract is a landmark deal in the MASL, North America’s premier indoor soccer league, now playing in their 10th anniversary season.

Leading Direct-to-Consumer Sports Platform, HANG, Raises $9.2 Million Series A Round

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 27, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hang Media, Inc., whose award-winning HANG platform (letshang.live) has drawn more than 22 million young viewers to interactively experience sports events alongside current players, all-time greats, and celebrities, has completed a $9.2 million Series A funding round. HANG will use the proceeds to accelerate product development and audience growth, expanding its leadership position in the rapidly growing direct-to-consumer sports media category.

Stack Sports Announces Exclusive Registration Partnership with Iowa Soccer

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 14, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, a leading global provider of sports technology, is thrilled to announce its new exclusive partnership with Iowa Soccer. The partnership, spanning three years, will see Sports Connect, Stack Sports’ innovative platform, serving as the official online registration provider of Iowa Soccer, reinforcing Stack Sports’ commitment to empowering youth sports organizations with state-of-the-art technology solutions.

Toyota Partnership with HANG Media Targets Niche Segments, Generates Wide Audience

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Toyota and HANG, the leading direct-to-consumer fan platform, are deploying innovative media approaches this sports season that are driving audience levels higher than television, with deeper data insights and engagement. To introduce its first-ever Grand Highlander SUV to targeted Black and Indian expat consumers, Toyota and its agencies, Burrell and InterTrend, have leveraged HANG’s unique second-screen experiences to power deep engagement across more than 1 million views.