FanDuel is subsidizing train services and providing free rides for fans attending the Philadelphia Eagles' season opener to mitigate transit issues caused by SEPTA's service cuts due to funding shortages, ensuring fans can travel safely and reliably to the game.
The Tampa Bay Lightning's home arena has been renamed Benchmark International Arena after the team secured a new naming rights partner, a Tampa-based global mergers and acquisitions firm, to support its community efforts during a period of transition.
The Big 12 has declined Memphis' $250 million offer to join the conference, indicating that the school’s attempt to buy its way in is unsuccessful and that previous vetting remains unchanged, despite Memphis's lucrative offer and efforts to join the Power Four leagues.
Sony has partnered with the NFL to develop new, durable, noise-cancelling headsets for coaches, designed to perform well under extreme weather conditions, marking a return to headset sponsorship after a three-year hiatus. The headsets, which took a year to develop and test in various harsh environments, aim to improve communication during games and are part of a broader multi-year deal that includes other technological innovations, with Sony gaining significant exposure and advertising revenue from the partnership.
Fred Smith, founder of FedEx and former minority owner of the Washington NFL team, has died at age 80. He was a notable businessman, philanthropist, and military veteran, with significant contributions to sports sponsorships and community projects. His ownership stake in the Washington team and his influence on sports and logistics industries were prominent aspects of his legacy.