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🏀 #basketball #historyfacts The modern era of basketball began with the consolidation of two struggling segregated all-white leagues, a covert deal with the white owner of the Harlem Globetrotters, and the intentional sidelining of the black-owned, all-black New York Renaissance. This pivotal moment in sports history overlooked the potential for including a black-owned franchise in the creation of the National Basketball Association. 🎰 Had the #nba integrated a #blackownedbusiness from its inception, the landscape of society, sports, and American culture might have been significantly different. 📉 Instead, what was once the pre-NBA era's most triumphant basketball franchise, celebrated for its success and significance, faded into obscurity instead of evolving into a storied franchise adorned with banners, legends, and generations of fans. 🛑 The exclusion of the #blackcommunity at this crucial juncture underscores a missed opportunity for #diversity and cultural richness in sports and society. #nobackboards SUBSTACK: https://lnkd.in/gcaGkuaP

What came first, the chicken or the egg? There is zero question that women in sports make far less than their male counterparts. The question is: How do we get more investment in women's sports? And the counter-questions we hear are: is the "product" in a place to create the demand? _______________ So, let's look at some recent numbers: - Women's Championship game: 18.9 million viewers > Men's Championship game: 14.8 million viewers - WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) game this past Sunday drew a crowd of 6,842 fans to see Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever take on the Chicago Sky. Compare this to the NBA, which drew an average of 18,300 fans per game. - The PWHL (Professional Women's Hockey League) drew an average of 5,448 fans and also had a record-breaking 21,500 fans at the Montreal vs. Toronto game. Compare this to the National Hockey League (NHL), which averaged 17,759 fans per game. _______________ Takeaway: The draw for men's sports is stronger than for women's sports. However, the gap is closing—and quickly. _______________ In business, the time to invest is early in the growth trajectory following proof of concept. Women's sports have clearly achieved the proof of concept by drawing fans across all sports. The growth trajectory is very strong. _______________ As a leader in business, I would invest in the game that has fully hatched and is growing. Oh, before I forget, the egg came before the chicken. Look it up. Let's go! #cultureFIRSTleadership #womenINsport #TitleNine

Great insight from Youth Sports industry leaders! Thanks Sports Business Journal for hosting.

Transitioning well is becoming the norm for professional athletes. Great read here on the new pathway for the #WNBA legend!

Can you believe that the NFL's $110 billion worth of media rights deals are - somehow - undervalued? My story on how the NFL is helping push up Paramount's value. Also in The Varsity: * Cable operators take to D.C. to bash Spulu. * What does Diamond need to do to emerge from bankruptcy? * How will the A's local media deal change when the team moves to Sacramento? * Iger on ESPN. * What's behind Fox Sports' move to get into postseason college basketball? https://lnkd.in/efgtgCBB

🏀 Amazing News for College Athletes! 🎉 Being a college athlete isn't just about the games; it's a transformative journey that shapes character, discipline, and resilience. 🏆 The NCAA plays a pivotal role in providing a platform for student-athletes to showcase their talents and pursue their passion for sports while earning an education. The new ESPN contract not only signifies the rising prominence of college sports but also underscores the commitment to showcasing the incredible talent and dedication of student-athletes across the nation. 🌐✨ To all the current and future college athletes out there, embrace the journey! 🎓🏀 The NCAA is not just a stepping stone in your athletic career; it's a gateway to a world of opportunities. From building lifelong friendships to developing essential life skills, your college sports experience will leave an indelible mark on your journey. Remember, the lessons learned on the field translate into invaluable skills that extend far beyond graduation. 🚀📚 Whether it's leadership, teamwork, or time management, the NCAA equips you with the tools to succeed in any arena. Cheers to the exciting times ahead for college athletes! 🥳🔥 Embrace the challenges, cherish the victories, and trust that your time as an NCAA athlete will open doors to a future filled with endless possibilities. 💪🎓 #NCAA #ESPNContract #CollegeAthletes #Opportunities #AthleteJourney #FutureLeadership

Day 8: #LinkedinSportsChallenge - Ever wonder why we still have 0% black majority owners in the NBA, NFL, MLB, or MLS? As we welcome more diverse voices into sports ownership, I see a future brimming with fresh perspectives and unwavering commitment to inclusivity. While progress is happening, there's no doubt we've got a long way to go. But together, we can reshape the game because diversity needs to be seen at all levels and in all spaces. How do you envision a more diverse sports ownership landscape? Share your thoughts! 🌟 #SportsDiversity"

What comes to mind when you read this? 🤔 Thanks for sharing such and insightful and interesting post Hollis Brown 🎯 We all need to have more conversations around #investing and #ownership. Leave your thoughts in the comments below.

So there it is, another Women's Sports RECORD this year. Averaging 12.3M viewers, University of Iowa/Louisiana State University Elite 8 match-up was the most watched Women's College Basketball Game ever... and the most watched College Basketball Game PERIOD on ESPN. This is awesome. Without hyperbole Everyone is Watching Women's Sports (Thanks TOGETHXR). Sports Business Classes - - How does the WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association), National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), and Women's Super League capitalize on this movement week in and week out? How is the professional game different from the college game in terms of attendance and viewership? What do the statistics show? Knowing we are in a NEW DAY in terms of Women's Sports investment, fandom, viewership, valuation, etc - - how do you balance historical data and projecting out these record numbers? I am all about GROWTH MODE. Don't try to jump too fast or just grab the biggest number. How do these numbers help form a foundation for the professional leagues, high school leagues, youth leagues to grow from? Stay tuned to Joe Pompliano for more of a breakdown. University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business Fox School of Business at Temple University Portland State University - School of Business UCLA Anderson School of Management TOGETHXR University of Connecticut School of Business University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business NC State Poole College of Management #womenssports #sportsbusiness #sportsbiz #everyonewatcheswomenssports #sportsmarketing #sportsmangement #sportsbizprof

#BostonCeltics, in a rarity for #NBAChampions, DON’T have a #player who finished in Top 5 of #MVP #voting this season. Instead they have a #lineup of #versatile, largely #interchangeable players: #JaysonTatum, #JaylenBrown, #JrueHoliday, #DerrickWhite. ALL can #dribble, #pass, #shoot with deep range. All number among the very #BestDefensivePlayers in the ENTIRE #NBA.