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Syracuse Guard Tyus Battle Signs with Roc Nation

Syracuse junior guard Tyus Battle has signed with Roc Nation Sports in anticipation for the 2019 NBA draft. “Blessed to continue my journey and announce that I’ve signed with @rocnationsports in preparation for the NBA Draft. Thank you to everyone who has supported me along the way – Orange Nation and my entire support system. […]

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Tampa Bay Sports & Entertainment Announces Groundbreaking Partnership with Linglong Tires

Tampa Bay Sports & Entertainment, parent company of the Tampa Bay Lightning and AMALIE Arena, Tampa Bay Entertainment Properties, The Identity Tampa Bay and marketing rightsholder for University of South Florida Athletics and Yuengling Center announced a new partnership last week with China-based, Linglong Tires.  Linglong Tires becomes the “Official Automotive Tire” of the Tampa Bay […]

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Roc Nation Signs Belgian International Axel Witsel

Roc Nation has announced the signing of Borussia Dortmund midfielder and Belgian International Axel Witsel. Witsel currently competes in the Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League with Borussia Dortmund but sports multiple trophies and personal accolades from leagues across Europe and Asia. Witsel is a key player of the Belgian National team for 10 years […]

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Deadline Day for Wilson and Seattle

Russell Wilson has made it abundantly clear that he expects a new long term contract done by the end of today, April 15th. It is not typical to see an athlete hold such leverage in setting a deadline for action; this is no typical athlete. Wilson is the Seattle Seahawks’ all-time leader in wins and […]

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Reigning NL MVP Christian Yelich Boasts Growing Endorsement Portfolio

Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Christian Yelich is off to a hot start in the 2019 campaign after winning NL MVP honors last year. Yelich is batting .328 with five home-runs, and is getting on base at a .425 clip. He is also raking in sponsorship deals. As you may know, Wisconsin is famous for its […]

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On To The Next One: Lonzo Ball Joins CAA

After mutually parting ways with his previous agent, Harrison Gaines of SPLASH Sports, Lonzo Ball has agreed to have CAA represent him going forward.  In an interview with our own Darren Heitner, Gaines said that there were no hard feelings toward Lonzo and addressed the rumors to why they both agreed to part ways:  Darren […]

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Wasserman Launches 2019 NBA Draft Preparation Program

Last week, Wasserman announced Wasserman Connect, a unique strategic partnership network around the agency’s 2019 NBA Draft Preparation Program. The goal of the program is to provide unmatched opportunities for athletes and brands. “Wasserman Connect provides exclusive resources and opportunities to our clients in terms of physical training, nutrition, mental wellness, entertainment, transportation and original […]

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Cowboys, DeMarcus Lawrence Agree To Five-Year, $105M Deal

Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence agreed to a five-year, $105 million dollar contract extension. Lawrence is represented by agent David Canter of DEC Management. The deal has $65 million guaranteed. He’ll make more money in the first year of his contract, $31.1M, than any non-QB in NFL History. The Cowboys franchised tagged Lawrence for […]

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Taurasi Stars in New BODYARMOR Commercial

In the new third installment of BODYARMOR’s recent campaign, Diana Taurasi will star in a commercialthat is also narrated by Kobe Bryant. With the Women’s NCAA Final Four starting this Friday, we will be seeing the TV spot air today and through the whole weekend.  Taurasi in the commercial describes how she strives to continue to […]

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Harrison Gaines, In ‘His Own Words’

Early on April 5, it was reported that Los Angeles Lakers guard Lonzo Ball and his player agent Harrison Gaines ended their contractual relationship. Ball provided a statement that Gaines served as a trusted advisor and close friend, while Gaines thanked Ball for the opportunity of working with him. Harrison Gaines was willing to answer […]