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European handball set for new era as three-way joint venture readies to “run federation like a business”
Adam Nelson investigates the European Handball Federation's latest media and marketing rights agreements, after the recent joint bid for packaged rights from Infront and DAZN Group secured the organisation a 300-per-cent increase.
New Jersey Devils looking to leverage arrivals of Subban and Hughes
The arrival of Jack Hughes as the No.1 NHL Draft pick and superstar defenseman PK Subban has generated a wave of optimism around the New Jersey Devils. Bob Williams speaks to the Devil's new president Jake Reynolds about his long-term commercial plans for the franchise.
Badminton steps outside with new format
The Badminton World Federation has launched a format variation, aimed at capturing new players and viewers. Badminton World Federation Secretary-General Thomas Lund tells SportBusiness' Asia editor Kelvin Tan what's next for Air Badminton.
Endeavor’s IPO postponement completes summer of gloom for industry
The suspension of Endeavor's initial public offering for the second time in two months raises important questions for sports media and marketing. Frank Dunne examines these questions.
NBA’s Adam Silver looks to implement sweeping change from place of relative stability
In an interview with SportBusiness' US Editor Eric Fisher, the NBA commissioner weighs in on the numerous issues of the day.
Chicago Fire pushes restart button with new owner and Soldier Field move
Major League Soccer franchise Chicago Fire has recently been taken over by businessman Joe Mansueto. Bob Williams talks to him about his plans for the future of the club.
Las Vegas’s minor league teams confirm city’s place as major league sports town
The city of Las Vegas is not immediately recognizable for its reputation as a sports hub. Bob Williams looks at how it is transitioning "from the entertainment capital of the world to the sports and entertainment capital of the world".
After Leoz’s death, South American football is still battling the ghosts of its corrupt past
The death of former Conmebol president Nicolás Leoz has brought South American football one step closer to closing the book on an era of corruption. As global agencies and investment funds are taking advantage of the power vacuum, Callum McCarthy examines the current landscape and asks if and when that book can be closed for good.
LED advertising | Why it took just one second to damage Infront’s reputation
With a former Infront executive under investigation for defrauding sponsors of the German Football Association, Frank Dunne explains how the scandal has affected both the agency and the already-embattled DFB, and how brands can ensure they're getting what they pay for from their partnerships.
IAAF tries to draw a line under Diack legacy
The IAAF has renegotiated a controversial contract with Dentsu agreed by its former president Lamine Diack. SportBusiness has seen a copy of the agreement and a letter from the IAAF's lawyer in which he describes some of the 'unusual provisions'. Ben Cronin reports.
USA Rugby pins hopes on hosting Rugby World Cup after dodging bankruptcy in 2018
After almost going bankrupt in 2018 following the collapse of for-profit subsidiary Rugby International Marketing (RIM), USA Rugby is pinning its hopes on being awarded the 2027 or 2031 Rugby World Cup. Bob Williams examines how the sport is growing in the States.
Fifa ruling shakes up compensation, development structures in US player market
The issue of solidarity payments for academies developing US soccer talent remains decidedly unsettled following a Fifa ruling in June
Major League Rugby takes slow and steady approach in attempt to crack US market
Bob Williams looks at the development of Major League Rugby in the US, and how the league is looking to avoid the mistakes made by previous organisations' attempts to successfully break the sport in the US market.
FFA embraces ‘challenger brand’ status as A-League spin-off heralds new dawn for Australian soccer
Australian football entered a new stage in its development earlier this year with the announcement that the A-League and W-League would be spun off from Football Federation Australia. The FFA's chief commercial and marketing officer Luke Bould talks Adam Nelson through the implications of the move and how the body is set up to weather the change.
World Surf League’s Sophie Goldschmidt speaking at the SDMS Miami
Speaking on the Power of the Athlete panel at the Sports Decision Makers Summit, World Surf League's (WSL) Sophie Goldschmidt describes the unique structure and their star athletes.
Andreas Zagklis Secretary General of FIBA interview at SDMS London
Highlights of Fiba Secretary General Andreas Zagklis' keynote conversation at Sports Decision Makers Summit in London.
Michael Andrew: “The ISL shows athletes are beginning to find their voice”
By Michael Andrew, vice-captain and co-owner of New York Breakers, a team in the new International Swimming League.
Charlie Marshall, managing director ECA, on Uefa club competition reform
Highlights of Charlie Marshall, managing director of the European Club Association, in conversation at the Sports Decision Makers Summit in London.
“People have to perceive the value of the Olympics beyond just the Games” | Matt Carroll, Australian Olympic Committee
Matt Carroll, chief executive of the Australian Olympic Committee, tells Adam Nelson how a focus on athlete engagement, grassroots participation and community schemes has helped to boost the AOC’s commercial programme throughout the Olympic cycle.