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The US Senate introduced tax-exemption and sovereign wealth fund bills to target the PGA and LIV mergerThe US Senate introduced tax-exemption and sovereign wealth fund bills to target the PGA and LIV merger
The US Senate introduced tax-exemption and sovereign wealth fund bills to target the PGA and LIV merger
Targeting PGA and LIV’s recent merger, senate finance committee chairman, Ron Wyden, introduced tax-exemption and sovereign wealth fund bills on Wednesday.
July 28, 2023
The Q-Collar wearable health device is ready to change the landscape of concussion preventionThe Q-Collar wearable health device is ready to change the landscape of concussion prevention
The Q-Collar wearable health device is ready to change the landscape of concussion prevention
A new device has the potential to change the landscape of concussion prevention, and it’s being showcased by women on one of the world's biggest stages — the 2023 WWC.
July 26, 2023
Data continues to show growth and popularity for women's soccer Data continues to show growth and popularity for women's soccer
Data continues to show growth and popularity for women's soccer
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We’ve covered the pay gap and the difference in media rights and sponsorship deals for men’s and women’s soccer, but how different is fan interest in men’s World Cups (WCs) and WWCs?
July 26, 2023
Who are the top paid athletes at this year's Women's World Cup?Who are the top paid athletes at this year's Women's World Cup?
Who are the top paid athletes at this year's Women's World Cup?
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Forbes recently released its list of the top paid athletes in this year’s WWC, ranging from $1.1M to $7.1M throughout the top 15.
July 24, 2023
Senators release draft of the College Athletes Protection and Compensation ActSenators release draft of the College Athletes Protection and Compensation Act
Senators release draft of the College Athletes Protection and Compensation Act
Democratic senators Richard Blumenthal and Cory Booker and Republican senator Jerry Moran released an early draft of the College Athletes Protection and Compensation Act yesterday.
July 21, 2023
Women's World Cup by the numbersWomen's World Cup by the numbers
Women's World Cup by the numbers
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We couldn’t agree more, so here’s a closer look at the numbers that are already proving them right.
July 21, 2023
Netflixes announces USWNT multi-episode docuseries Netflixes announces USWNT multi-episode docuseries
Netflixes announces USWNT multi-episode docuseries
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On Monday, the streamer announced a new multi-episode docuseries that will follow the USWNT on its journey to win a record-setting third straight WWC.
July 19, 2023
The Phoenix Suns and Mercury move forward with groundbreaking agreement with Gray SportsThe Phoenix Suns and Mercury move forward with groundbreaking agreement with Gray Sports
The Phoenix Suns and Mercury move forward with groundbreaking agreement with Gray Sports
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The WNBA's Phoenix Mercury and their NBA brother squad, the Suns, announced Friday that they’ll both move forward with their previously reported TV deal with Gray Sports.
July 17, 2023
Disney CEO Bob Iger open to selling ESPN stakeDisney CEO Bob Iger open to selling ESPN stake
Disney CEO Bob Iger open to selling ESPN stake
Just weeks after the sports network’s mass layoffs, Disney is considering selling some of its stake in the company.
July 17, 2023
WNBA viewership is up 46% compared to last seasonWNBA viewership is up 46% compared to last season
WNBA viewership is up 46% compared to last season
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Here’s a sports biz look at this year’s midseason showcase by the numbers.
July 14, 2023
A recent study shows a stark lack of women in sports visualsA recent study shows a stark lack of women in sports visuals
A recent study shows a stark lack of women in sports visuals
For example, only 9% of iStock’s most downloaded sports visuals depicted women and girls participating in sports.
July 14, 2023
More layoffs for sports desks at major newspapers More layoffs for sports desks at major newspapers
More layoffs for sports desks at major newspapers
The New York Times (NYT) announced the disbandment of its sports desk on Monday, while the LA Times will shrink their daily sports coverage in just another sign of the times.
July 12, 2023
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