Press Releases
BSN SPORTS Announces Acquisitions of Sports Endeavors and Lax.com to Expand Sport-Specific Offerings
28 April 2026
BSN SPORTS, a division of Varsity Brands and a leading marketer, manufacturer, and distributor of team sports apparel, equipment, and gear, has acquired Sports Endeavors and Lax.com. Founded in 1984 as a soccer catalog business known as Eurosport, Sports Endeavors has grown into a leader in club soccer uniforms, equipment and e-commerce. Its portfolio includes category‑defining brands such as Soccer.com, WorldSoccerShop, 431 Sports, Sports Promotions Group, INARIA, and Soccer Mast
Read more...The Palm Beach Royals have announced the formation of Palm Beach Royals Champions, following the acquisition and integration of the Boca Surge into the organization. For the first time in the history of professional pickleball, a Major League Pickleball franchise is joining forces with a Champions Series team under one unified organization. "This represents more than a rebrand," said Royals owner Zach Hunter. "It's a new model, a new structure, and a new
Read more...PickleRage, a growing indoor pickleball club franchise, is continuing its national expansion with a new location in Scottsdale, Arizona, slated to open in 2026. The new club, located at 7400 E Tierra Buena Lane, will bring PickleRage's signature indoor playing experience to one of the fastest-growing and most affluent markets in the United States. Strategically positioned in Scottsdale's dynamic business corridor, the facility will offer convenient access to both residential
Read more...22 April 2026
Replay Sports Cards ("Replay"), America's first national franchise dedicated to the hobby, capped off a strong first quarter marked by franchise development, a new store opening, community engagement, and continued momentum in one of the country's most active collecting categories. Growing Store Count and Community Influence During Q1 2026, Replay announced two new franchise agreements to bring the brand to the Nashville market and Salina
Read more...21 April 2026
Sports technology company Ember Sports is bringing professional-level baseball and softball training tools to athletes nationwide through a new mobile app developed in collaboration with former Major League Baseball players and coaches Brady Clark and Damon Mashore. Designed to make advanced player development more accessible, the platform delivers real-time performance insights using a mobile device, eliminating the need for costly hardware or exclusive facility-based systems. Clar
Read more...Urban Air Adventure Park, the global leader in indoor adventure parks and part of Unleashed Brands, continues its nationwide growth with a newly executed lease agreement for a 30,000-square-foot park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The new location will be led by franchise partners Swapnil Patel, Jatin Patel, Meghal Patel, Ritesh Patel and Hemali Jain, a group of entrepreneurs committed to bringing high-quality family entertainment to their local community. This latest sign
Read more...STARTRADER has officially launched the redevelopment of a 28×15m basketball court at the District 10 Children's House in Vietnam, marked by a groundbreaking ceremony that expands access to structured sports for over 10,000 young learners annually, in line with the STAR Foundation's vision, "Where Tomorrow's STARS Begin." The project responds to the need for functional, well-maintained recreational spaces that support consistent physical activity and skill
Read more...15 April 2026
The relationship between elite athletic competition and community focused development takes center stage in an upcoming segment of "All Access hosted by Andy Garcia". The program will feature the Soccer Association of Columbia, a Maryland institution dedicated to the advancement of youth through the sport of soccer. The production will provide an educational look at how sports organizations are adapting to changing demographics and rising participation costs. This segment is schedul
Read more...K1 Speed, the world's premier indoor go-kart operator, is proud to announce that construction is officially starting this week on its new Avon center. The Avon location will provide the greater Cleveland area with 70,000 square feet of indoor entertainment options, including electric go-kart racing and arcade games. Opening Timeline This new center joins existing locations in Canton and Columbus, becoming the third K1 Speed in Ohio, and is expected to
Read more...SeatGeek, the high-growth technology platform transforming the live event experience for fans, teams, and venues, announced a multi-year extension of its partnership with FC Cincinnati, continuing as the club’s Official Ticketing Partner. The club is among nine MLS teams powered by SeatGeek, representing nearly one third of the league. As the club's footprint grows, SeatGeek will help FC Cincinnati create a more connected campus – bringing together data across the cl
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