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The Rise of Women's Sports: A Game-Changer for Brands and Fans

September 11, 2024

The women's sports landscape is witnessing a significant shift, with fans, brands, and leagues alike recognizing the growing potential. Women's sports now account for around 15% of sports media coverage, a significant increase from the 5% they used to occupy. This surge in popularity is not limited

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The Sports Betting Bonanza: Growth, Greed, and the Ethics of the Game

September 11, 2024

Sports betting is expected to continue its rapid growth, with executives from FanDuel, Fanatics, DraftKings, and Sportradar predicting a bright future. Bettors are increasingly interested in placing wagers on individual players, as well as making real-time bets during sporting events. Taxes and

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The Dark Side of the Field: Uncovering the True Story of Aaron Hernandez

September 11, 2024

In the world of professional sports, athletes are often celebrated for their skills on the field, but sometimes the spotlight shines on their darker, more sinister secrets. For Aaron Hernandez, the story of a once promising football star turned murderer, is one of tragedy and betrayal. This new FX l

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Airline Team-ups: From First Pitches to Flying Colors

September 10, 2024

In today's fast-paced sports world, smooth and efficient air travel has become a must for leagues to run like clockwork each year. While some teams have long enjoyed the luxury of exclusive travel accommodations, others are just now experiencing it thanks to partnerships between airlines and profes

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Touchdown for Business: Do Charleston Sports Bars Really Live and Die by the NFL?

September 10, 2024

Sunday in Charleston means one thing: football fever. Sports bars across the city are packed with fans decked out in their team colors, cheering and celebrating touchdowns. But just how much does the NFL really impact these businesses? Is it all touch-downs and high fives, or is there more to the

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Tom Brady's Fox Debut: Super Bowl Champion or Smooth Talker?

September 10, 2024

Tom Brady's highly anticipated debut as a Fox Sports analyst had its highs and lows. After signing a jaw-dropping $375 million, 10-year deal, the world was eager to see how the legendary quarterback would translate his on-field brilliance to the broadcasting booth. However, with the Cowboys dominat

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TikTok's Capitol Conundrum: Sponsoring Sports Teams While Fighting Government Sell-Off

September 10, 2024

TikTok's latest move in the Washington D.C. area has some scratching their heads. The app, which is currently battling a bill that could force it to sell its U.S. operations, has announced a new partnership with Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE). This deal will make TikTok an official sponsor

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High School Sports Snaps: The Next Generation of Photojournalism

September 10, 2024

The fall high school sports season is in full swing across Massachusetts, and so is the Globe's innovative student photojournalism program. Below you'll find a curated selection of photos from the first weeks of action, captured by budding photographers from schools across the state.What started as

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The GOAT Hits Milestone #300, But is it Really a Big Deal?

September 10, 2024

Today marks a historic day for NFL quarterback Tom Brady. The future Hall of Famer started his 300th regular season game today against the Dallas Cowboys. While impressive on paper, let's take a closer look at this milestone and see if it truly deserves all the hype. First off, kudos to Brady for r

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Drake's Gambling Woes Continue as 'Curse' Strikes Again at US Open

September 10, 2024

The Drake curse struck once again at the US Open tennis final. Despite showing grit and determination against world number one Jannik Sinner, American underdog Taylor Fritz fell short in straight sets, disappointing Drake who had put a six-figure wager on his victory. The Drake curse, a notorious