If you visited EA Sports FIFA Soccer 13’s launch party earlier this week in New York City, you might have been fairly surprised with the game’s newest #sportsbiz spokesman. Legendary American rapper and recording artist, Snoop Dogg, has joined forces with New York Giants wide receiver, Victor Cruz, and New York Red Bulls midfielder, Tim…
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By The Numbers: NFL Home Field Advantage, 2002-2011 (INFOGRAPHIC)
Just how important is NFL home field advantage in 2012? The folks over at SportsData, LLC created a visual graphic displaying the statistics from 2002-11 as the current season is just underway. Which teams have been utterly atrocious on the road? Who has been the surprising franchise to win consistently on its home turf? Check…
Schlereth’s Chile Finds Its Way To Mile High City After His Career In Sports
Following a 12-year NFL career that saw stops in Washington and Denver, former offensive guard Mark Schlereth is now a well-known media personality making regular fill-in appearances on Mike and Mike in the Morning; the Anchorage, Alaska native also co-hosts a nightly radio show on ESPN with fellow broadcaster, Mike Hill. After his career in sports, though, Schlereth…
Social Media Examines The Life Of An NFL Official (INFOGRAPHIC)
They’re the most hated individuals on any given Sunday in the Fall. Some are better known for their disastrous hiccups while others are known for, well, their physique. Yes, I’m obviously talking about Ed Hochuli (See left). But, thanks to InfographicWorld.com and social media, we’re able to take a closer look at NFL officiating. From the…
Twins To Host 2014 MLB All-Star Game
For the first time in 25-plus years, the Twin Cities will host the 2014 MLB All-Star Game, Major League Baseball officially announced on Wednesday afternoon. The last time Minnesota hosted the All-Star Game, it was held at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. Yet, on July 15, 2014, the recently-constructed Target Field will play host to the…
Interview with Brett Stewart – Author, 7 Weeks To Fitness
Today I was thrilled to be joined be an outstanding person in Brett Stewart. Along with being a someone I’m proud to call a friend, Brett is an author of over nine fitness books, and an active participant in countless marathons and triathlons. Growing up as a self-proclaimed “chunky kid,” Brett was motivated to gain…
The Future of Olympic Basketball Pros and Cons
Is this the last time we will see a USA “Dream Team” in the Olympics? As the USA Men’s Basketball team continues its quest for the Gold Medal (at my time of writing this they were scooting into a semi finals matchup with Manu, Scola, and the gang) WIN or LOSE one thing is for…
With Lockout Looming, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman Fairing Well Financially
Despite comments made by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman last week about the possibility of another league lockout if a new collective bargaining agreement isn’t reached by Sept. 15, Bettman still seems to be fairing well financially. Since the NHL’s previous lockout in 2004-05, Bettman’s salary has more than doubled, reaching nearly $8 million in 2010-11. For…
Manchester ‘U’ Tops Forbes’ List of World’s 50 Most Valuable Sports Teams (Infographic)
Forbes just recently released its annual Top 50 list of the world’s most valuable sports teams, with the National Football League holding the most places (32) of any professional league. Yet, once again, English soccer powerhouse Manchester United claimed the No. 1 spot with a $2.33 billion price tag with Real Madrid followed closely at No. 2 for…
What Drew Brees Can Teach You About Salary Negotiation
On July 13, 2012, the New Orleans Saints and Drew Brees agreed to terms on a 5-year, $100 million contract, a deal that included the largest amount of guaranteed money ($60 million) in NFL history. Brees was able to do this because he may have had more leverage during his negotiation process than any other…
Wasserman Media Group Leading in Athlete Representation at 2012 Summer Olympics
It’s no secret that Wasserman Media Group is one of the most world renown sports marketing and representation agencies. Being held in the same category as Creative Artists Agency, IMG, and Octagon, Inc. Wasserman is a global leader with expertise in media rights, consulting, partnership/business development, and athlete representation. The agency represents a bevy of athletes such…
NBA vs. MBA: the collision of basketball and business
Guest Post submitted by Harrison Kratz The 2012 NBA Finals just ended with the Miami Heat capturing the title. HowToMBA.com decided to put their own spin on the NBA Finals to look at the broader picture of business and basketball. While the NBA may not be the most popular major sports league in the country, it is…