MLS looks to add three soccer teams as Phoenix seeks franchise bid
Major League Soccer is preparing to add three more teams, but Phoenix may face a stiff challenge with two other teams already ahead in the pecking order. MLS officials announced April 18 the league would grow from 28 to 30 teams, two more than prev.....»»
MLB, union discuss playing all games in Arizona
Putting all 30 teams in the Phoenix area this season and playing in empty ballparks was among the ideas discussed Monday by Major League Baseball and the players’ association. The sides held a... To view the full story, click the title link......»»
Milwaukee Brewers could play all 2020 games in Arizona under plan considered by MLB, ESPN reports
The Milwaukee could be playing all of their 2020 games in the Phoenix area, according to a plan being considered by Major League Baseball. MLB and the players union have discussed the possibility of starting games in May by shifting all 30 teams.....»»
Texas broadcaster teams up with investment firm to make offer for KHOU parent co.
Phoenix investment firm Najafi Cos. is teaming with a faith-based broadcaster in Texas in an effort to buy a national media company. Najafi and Fort Worth-based Trinity Broadcasting Network put a joint offer of $20 per share together for Tegna Inc.....»»
Coronavirus in Oregon: Blazers, Timbers join other teams in limiting locker room access
The leagues in which the Portland Trail Blazers and Portland Timbers play joined other organizations Monday in limiting locker room access to players and essential team employees. The NBA and Major League Soccer, the respective homes to the Blazers a.....»»
Valley credit union renews sponsorship with Phoenix Rising
The Valley’s professional soccer team, Phoenix Rising FC, has re-signed Arizona Federal Credit Union for a three-year sponsorship. The agreement makes the locally based financial cooperative the official and exclusive credit union of the Phoenix.....»»
FC Cincinnati’s first-ever bobbleheads debut
FC Cincinnati fans now have even more memorabilia to collect. The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has created three bobbleheads centered on the local Major League Soccer franchise. They feature defender Kendall Waston, mascot Gary the L.....»»
Bank of America names new French investment banking boss: memo
Bank of America has appointed Jérôme Morisseau as its head of investment banking for France as it seeks to bolster its Paris franchise and win more business from large French clients, a memo seen by Reuters said......»»
Bank of America names Morisseau as head of investment banking for France: memo
Bank of America has appointed Jérôme Morisseau as its head of investment banking for France as it seeks to build out its French franchise and win more business from large French clients, a memo seen by Reuters said......»»
Angel McCoughtry"s time with Atlanta Dream likely over
The Atlanta Dream will play their first season at the Gateway Center Arena down in College Park this season, but their franchise player might not be coming along for the trip. Angel McCoughtry will be courted by different WNBA teams for the first tim.....»»
Scottsdale tech company makes first acquisition to serve fleet customers
ServiceBridge’s software enables field service teams to dispatch technicians, manage customer data, streamline workflow management and franchise operations, and analyze results......»»
MLS ownership group to move forward on stadium project without state tax credits
St. Louis’ Major League Soccer ownership group plans to move forward with its proposed Downtown West stadium development regardless of whether it receives state tax credits, a lawyer representing the expansion franchise told a city board Tuesday......»»
Capitol Report: Bloomberg, Trump to air dueling Super Bowl ads
Football’s two top teams won’t be the only ones facing off on Feb. 2: President Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Michael Bloomberg are set to air dueling ads during the Super Bowl as each seeks to tackle the White House......»»
Orlando Magic among highest paying sports teams per player: report
The Orlando Magic and the Orlando City Soccer Club are doing a pretty good job when it comes to paying their players, according to the 2019 Global Sports Salaries Survey. In fact, the Magic's average annual pay per player is among the highest in glo.....»»
NBA teams, including the Nuggets, prep for a Disney "Star Wars" promo worthy of lightsabers and Yoda
The NBA — including the Denver Nuggets — is looking to pick up some power converters by partnering with Disney’s “Star Wars†franchise around the release of “The Rise of Skywalker†this month......»»
Report: Nashville SC"s MLS season ticket sales lagging
Season ticket sales for Nashville SC’s 2020 debut in Major League Soccer are lagging behind the league’s other recent expansion teams. The Athletic, citing multiple anonymous so.....»»
NBA teams prep for a Disney "Star Wars" promo worthy of lightsabers and Yoda
NBA is looking to pick up some power converters by partnering with Disney’s “Star Wars†franchise around the release of “The Rise of Skywalker†this month......»»
Construction Update: Inter Miami CF"s $60M stadium in Fort Lauderdale makes progress (Photos)
Inter Miami CF offered an inside look at its $60 million facility under construction at the former Lockhart Stadium site in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday. Miami's forthcoming Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise will play its first two seasons at the st.....»»
Sacramento"s day arrives to join Major League Soccer
It may have taken extra time, in soccer parlance, but Sacramento hit its goal Monday of becoming a Major League Soccer city. A raucous crowd on The Bank’s upper level greeted MLS brass, political leaders and owners for the new franchise with chants,.....»»
Louisville lands another pro soccer team
Louisville has landed another professional soccer team. The Athletic is reporting that Louisville has secured a deal to bring a National Women’s Soccer League franchise to the city. But the report says the team will likely not take the field un.....»»
Sacramento appears to finally win MLS franchise
After working toward the goal for more than five years, Sacramento appears to have finally garnered a Major League Soccer expansion franchise. A source familiar with the MLS expansion process said league officials would have a downtown Sacramento.....»»