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U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Spring-Summer 2024 Collection

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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West Palm Beach, FL, Mar 7, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has launched its iconic, sport-inspired Spring-Summer Collection for 2024.

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  • West Palm Beach, FL, Mar 7, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has launched its iconic, sport-inspired Spring-Summer Collection for 2024.
  • 's Spring-Summer 2024 Collection features bold stripes and sun-washed pops of color representing the free spirit and heritage of the sport-inspired brand.
  • Retro resort style springs to life in matching sets and tonal polo shirts, while models and professional polo players alike bask under the palm trees in U.S. Polo Assn.
  • "Whether it's through strategic partnerships like the one with ESPN, supporting global polo events, or our product launches, our mission is to stay true to U.S. Polo Assn.

U.S. Polo Assn. Supports 2024 U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship(R) Airing on ESPN

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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The most prestigious cup in women's polo in the United States ran from Feb. 3-23, 2024, with qualifying games played at Port Mayaca Polo Club, and the U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship Final played once again on the U.S. Polo Assn.

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  • The most prestigious cup in women's polo in the United States ran from Feb. 3-23, 2024, with qualifying games played at Port Mayaca Polo Club, and the U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship Final played once again on the U.S. Polo Assn.
  • double horsemen logo, as well as donations made to polo and equestrian charities selected by the finalists in the 2024 U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship.
  • "The 2024 U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship is a showcase of women's polo achievements," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages and markets the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn.
  • "I am always honored to compete against other amazing women polo players in the U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship," added Arellano, professional polo player and U.S. Polo Assn.

Roger Werner Appointed to Clarus’ Board of Directors

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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SALT LAKE CITY, March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) (“Clarus” and/or the “Company”), a global company focused on the outdoor enthusiast markets, announced that the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) appointed Mr. Roger Werner to serve on the Board, effective as of March 8, 2024.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clarus Corporation (NASDAQ: CLAR) (“Clarus” and/or the “Company”), a global company focused on the outdoor enthusiast markets, announced that the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) appointed Mr. Roger Werner to serve on the Board, effective as of March 8, 2024.
  • With Mr. Werner’s appointment, the Board will be comprised of 6 directors, five of whom are independent.
  • Mr. Werner has over 40 years of executive leadership experience, which includes building some of television’s most successful sports networks.
  • I look forward to collaborating with the Board and management team to help the Company’s long-term vision come to fruition and create enduring shareholder value.”

Gray Television Stations in Two Texas Markets to Air Ten Dallas Mavericks Regular-Season Games

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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These games will not be available on Bally Sports or Bally Sports+ streaming.

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  • These games will not be available on Bally Sports or Bally Sports+ streaming.
  • Aside from these 10 games and games exclusively airing on ABC, ESPN, and TNT, all other remaining Mavericks games this season will be aired and streamed via Bally Sports Southwest and Bally Sports+ as normal.
  • Mark Followill, in his 19th season as the Mavericks play-by-play announcer, Mavericks legends Derek Harper and Devin Harris, along with Jeff “Skin” Wade and Lesley McCaslin, will be on the call for these games, with pre- and post-game coverage from Dana Larson and Brian Dameris.
  • “Gray Television is proud to partner with the Dallas Mavericks to bring the Mavs games to its fans and its future fans through our stations in Lubbock, Texas and Sherman, Texas,” said Sandy Breland, the Chief Operating Officer of Gray Television.

Ballad Health unveils three new Centers for Early Learning across Appalachian Highlands

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Young learners have new places to grow and thrive, as three new Ballad Health Centers for Early Learning open across the Appalachian Highlands of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.

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  • JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Young learners have new places to grow and thrive, as three new Ballad Health Centers for Early Learning open across the Appalachian Highlands of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
  • New Centers for Early Learning in Greeneville, Tennessee; Lebanon, Virginia; and on the campus of East Tennessee State University are now open, with collective capacity to serve approximately 300 children.
  • Each center serves Ballad Health team members and community members, and each accepts children who qualify for state childcare financial assistance in Tennessee and Virginia.
  • In Lebanon, the Center for Early Learning is located less than three miles from Russell County Hospital, making it especially convenient for Ballad Health team members and their families.

Mspark Media Names Houghtlin CEO, Halfmann CRO

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following the completion of its acquisition by Creekstone Capital Group on February 1, 2024, Mspark Media announced Rob Houghtlin as CEO and Tim Halfmann as CRO.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following the completion of its acquisition by Creekstone Capital Group on February 1, 2024, Mspark Media announced Rob Houghtlin as CEO and Tim Halfmann as CRO.
  • Houghtlin joined Mspark Media in March of 2022 as Vice President of Local Sales, leading the team to significant revenue growth over the past several quarters.
  • “We are excited to be working with Rob and the Senior Leadership Team.”
    “I’m humbled and honored to embrace this new role and look forward to seeing our team and Mspark Media thrive,” said Houghtlin.
  • Tim Halfmann joins Mspark Media as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), bringing more than 30 years of experience leading sales organizations and consulting on their growth initiatives.

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian Announces March’s All-Star Guest Lineup of Sustainability Innovators

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for March, featuring a who’s who of circularity, ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands.

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  • Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for March, featuring a who’s who of circularity, ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands.
  • The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI , the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.
  • Impact Podcast guests are invited to share with listeners first-hand accounts of how they are able to help make the world a better place on a daily basis.
  • “Our Impact Podcast roster of experts features leaders who work every day to help make our world a better place.

VIZIO Holding Corp. Reports Q4 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Since VIZIO was founded, we have always worked to bring great products at great value to consumers.

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  • Since VIZIO was founded, we have always worked to bring great products at great value to consumers.
  • Our success has not come easily, and this milestone is a true testament to the hard work of the entire VIZIO team.
  • Our total company Q4 net income was $13M, up 110% and adjusted EBITDA1 was $24 million, which exceeded our expectations.
  • Looking back at our accomplishments in 2023, we are reminded of how VIZIO represents the American dream in action.

ESPN+ NOW AVAILABLE TO CHARTER'S SPECTRUM TV SELECT PLUS CUSTOMERS AT NO EXTRA COST

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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STAMFORD, Conn. and BURBANK, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc. and The Walt Disney Company today announced ESPN+ is now available to Spectrum TV Select Plus customers at no additional cost, as the two companies' industry-leading distribution agreement from 2023 continues to benefit consumers by making streaming apps part of linear Spectrum TV bundle packages.

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  • The availability of ESPN+, which currently retails for $10.99 per month, comes after Charter and The Walt Disney Company in January made the Disney+ Basic streaming app available to all Spectrum TV Select customers nationwide at no extra cost.
  • New and existing Spectrum TV Select Plus customers can learn more about how to activate their ESPN+ subscription at no additional cost at spectrum.com/espn+ .
  • TV Select Plus offers all of the programming available through TV Select Signature, plus additional sports channels including Regional Sports Networks and national networks such as MLB Network, NBA TV and NFL Network, for an additional $10 per month.
  • TV Select Plus customers who already have Disney+ as part of their Spectrum service can use their Disney+ account credentials so that both subscriptions are under one account.

The US & Europe Fantasy Sports Markets Projected to Soar, Arizton Report Reveals US to Generate Revenue of $6.8 Billion and Europe to Generate Revenue of Over $2 Billion by 2028 - Arizton

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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The US holds the key to the North American region's growth in the fantasy sports business.

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  • The US holds the key to the North American region's growth in the fantasy sports business.
  • The Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association (FSTA) is the only association looking after the interests of fantasy sports vendors catering to the region.
  • IBM is introducing watsonx to ESPN Fantasy Football, incorporating new features such as Waiver Grades and Trade Grades.
  • Wastsonx technology will offer unique insights and tools as part of the digital experiences in the ESPN Fantasy Football app.