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I find both sides of this coin interesting: 1.) MLS, their legal team and their allies will use this as evidence that any league can obtain a D1 sanction - if they meet the requirements. This will set forth a precedent that they hope covers them from legal action on antitrust grounds. 2.) Independent minds at US Soccer will see this as a ray of hope that another men’s league can establish a D1 sanction - along with a system of promotion and relegation supporters increasingly demand - to go with it. Heads they win. Tails we lose. Instead, we need an authentic and fully open system that appeals to both supporters and investors. Any league doing pro/rel with itself won’t fit that bill. That’s why some who are opposed to pro/rel support the league based imitation. They agree with me that it’s flawed idea that won’t work.

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Unlocking UConn's Football Potential: Leveraging Basketball's Success to Dominate the Field Discover how UConn can utilize its powerhouse basketball program to unlock its football potential and become a force to be reckoned with. Dive into the symbiotic relationship between the two sports and explore the challenges and advantages UConn possesses. #UConnFootball #BasketballInfluence #FootballPotential #SymbioticRelationship #CollegeSports #UConnAthletics #SportsDominance #FootballProgram #BasketballSuccess #UnleashingPotential

Today is National Soccer Day! The Beautiful Game is becoming more popular than ever in the United States, ranking in the top five favorite sports for Americans. Infinite Athlete is building the tech to power one of the most popular sports in the world, to change the game for teams, athletes, and fans. How are you celebrating National Soccer Day today?

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