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So, its March Madness. Admittedly, I am not a fan of Basketball, but follow along during March Madness because I love competition, and love to see stories of small programs breaking through to take down the big guys. With the NIL now becoming a major part of recruiting, how do small schools, without the income generated by big time football, compete? How do schools like St. Peter's or Gonzaga attract talent without access to those deep pockets? Look at the top NIL Collectives, then look at the $ generated by Football attendance versus Basketball attendance. Have we seen the impending end of the Cinderella story?

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Seems like the Leatherstocking Council, BSA can always count on the Oneonta, NY Daily Star to cover our events! Front page placement for our Eagle Scout recognition dinner every January is certainly something the Scouting community truly appreciates. This article does a nice job of highlighting several of last year's community service projects for their readers. #boyscouts #eaglescouts #communityservice #leadershipdevelopment #youthleadership

I wanted to share a recent initiative by Sports4Kids-CA, the nonprofit founded by my son, Arden Pala. In collaboration with Eco Sports LLC, they've recently provided underprivileged kids at an elementary school the opportunity to experience Pickle Ball. Beyond introducing them to the sport, these students were also given essential sports equipment, ensuring a continued engagement. From its inception two years ago with just one elementary school, Arden's vision has now reached four schools. His proactive approach to securing partnerships with high-profile sponsors such as Dick's Sporting Goods and Barrons Grocery Stores has been instrumental in amplifying the impact of Sport4Kids. 📊 Some noteworthy data: * Physically active are 15% more likely to attend college (source: The Aspen Institute : https://lnkd.in/dNca7U67) * Student athletes get up to 40% higher test scores (source: Again The Aspen Institute) * Teens who participate in team sports are less likely to use drugs, smoke cigarettes and carry weapons. (Source: https://lnkd.in/dXzDcut5) * Participation in team sports results in a higher GPA for both high school boy and girl athletes. (Source: https://lnkd.in/dJPp6T4B) It's evident that sports play a transformative role in early child development. Arden's dedication to expanding the reach of Sport4Kids ensures that more children benefit from the manifold advantages sports offer. Keep up to good work Arden, and continue to increase the impact of Sports 4 Kids! #Sport4Kids #PickleBall #ChildDevelopment #SportsForChange #earlychildsports #impactofsports

Completed our first Young Alumni Panel for Athletics tonight! I’ve always admired the impact that alumni can have on current student-athletes. We are so thankful for our alumni who shared their experiences & how athletics helped prepare them for their current careers! Some gems from our alumni: - The biggest resource for you to manage isn’t going to be money, it’s going to be your time. - Learn to say no. - Communicate. Communicate. Communicate. - Bet on yourself.

Is This the Best College Basketball Team of All Time? Join the debate on whether this basketball team is truly the greatest collegiate team in history. Dive into the record-breaking point differential and explore the claims surrounding their success. Let's separate fact from fiction! #CollegeBasketballDebate #GreatestTeamOfAllTime #RecordBreakingDifferential #MarchMadness #BasketballLegends #SportsDebate #CollegeSports #BasketballRecords #BasketballSuccess #TeamAchievements

Sports at R-MA are more than just games; they're vital to our student's development. 💪 Participating in our 16 varsity sports, students learn teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship. Our athletic programs balance competition and personal growth, fostering physical fitness and team spirit. Learn all about Athletics at R-MA: https://hubs.li/Q02grD1J0

In honor of March Madness, I wanted to express exactly what the sport of basketball has done for not only my kids but also for me as a spectator. Sixteen years of soccer made me an athlete, but I had no idea what to expect when my kids laced up their shoes and stepped onto that court. The game of basketball took hold of me almost immediately; the pace, the excitement, and the absolutely mind-blowing athleticism! If my team isn't playing, I'll watch anyone who is. That is the kind of fan I am. So, what does this have to do with appraising? If you take your joy and compare it side by side with just about anything, you will find similarities, strategies, and eventually the sought-after triumph. My role is to make our team successful, to train them properly, have a concrete game plan, and, as much as possible, come away with a win. And in the event that victory is not attainable, we watch and review life's film and try again!

Love this from the Fairfield University women's hoops crew. Reminiscent of the ad posting Topgolf put out into the world after Tiger Woods' official split from Nike in terms of its simplicity and "old school" feel. It's a good reminder. PR doesn't have to be expensive. Creating buzz doesn't always mean an event. High production costs aren't necessarily a pre-requisite. Sometimes, you just need to be a little clever in delivering the message. Well done, Stags. Go get that ranking. #brandmarketing #communications #pr

College realignment is not done yet! Rumors are swirling that the Big 12 has resumed conversations to welcome Gonzaga as a basketball only member.  In light of this news, we took a look at the Bulldog’s potential impact: 🏀 Over the past two seasons, Gonzaga basketball games averaged over 1.4M viewers, totaled over 7B viewing minutes, and generated over $290M in broadcast value. 🏀 Gonzaga’s viewership and broadcast value would have ranked 2nd in the Big 12 (behind only Kansas) during this time period. 🏀 Gonzaga also generated significant value across its social media platforms; once again ranking 2nd in the conference over the past two seasons. Gonzaga would clearly add significant value to the Big 12, which is already making a strong case as the nation’s best college basketball conference.