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Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment and Comcast Spectacor will build a world-class arena in South Philadelphia, as well as revitalize Market East. The partnership will create a new home for the Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Flyers, and venue for top touring acts and special events. More: https://comca.st/4fPEfwM #IWorkForComcast

We are proud to announce a joint venture between Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment and Comcast Spectacor to build a world-class arena in South Philadelphia, as well as revitalize Market East. The partnership will create a new home for the Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Flyers, and venue for top touring acts and special events. More: https://comca.st/4fPEfwM

News: Haslam Sports Group has chosen Lincoln Property Company as its co-developer of the mixed-use project they'd like to build adjacent to a new Cleveland Browns stadium in suburban Brook Park, Ohio. Lincoln is best-known in sports for The Star in Frisco, Texas. The story: https://lnkd.in/eCB_66dM

The Philadelphia 76ers have dropped plans for a new arena in Center City and will instead partner with Comcast for a venue in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, where the team currently plays. https://lnkd.in/eqeN2TZp

In addition, Comcast will join the Sixers in their quest to bring a WNBA franchise to Philadelphia, according to a source familiar with the details.

Cincinnati isn’t just a city with sports teams—it’s a city defined by them. From the roar of Paycor Stadium during a Bengals game to the excitement of Great American Ball Park and TQL Stadium, Cincinnati's sports culture creates an undeniable energy that ripples across the city. But did you know this passion for sports impacts more than game-day traffic? Homes and properties near these stadiums often see a boost in value thanks to: 🏟️ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 🍻 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹, 📈 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 Take The Banks area, for example: once an underutilized space, it's now a vibrant hub for living, working, and playing—all thanks to Cincinnati’s sports ecosystem. As sports continue to thrive here, the property market around these venues evolves too, creating opportunities for homeowners and investors. 🏈 ⚾ ⚽🏡 #CincinnatiSports #RealEstateInsights #CincyLiving #BengalsNation #TQLStadium #PaycorStadium #LocalPride #RedsStadium

Incredibly proud to announce that Teton Ridge has acquired The Cowboy Channel, The Cowgirl Channel, and Cowboy Channel+ from Rural Media Group, Inc.! The Cowboy Channel and Cowgirl Channel collectively reach an audience of over 100 million people across social, audio, digital/OTT, and linear platforms. This strategic move establishes Teton Ridge as the largest rights holder in the Western sports sector and reinforces its dedication to elevating the reach and impact of Western sports across the world. Major kudos to our visionary CEO Deirdre Lester and the entire TR team for securing exclusive rights to 600+ PRCA rodeos, including the NFR, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Calgary Stampede, and many more marquee events. This is more than an acquisition - it's a commitment to elevating Western sports to the level it deserves, honoring its rich traditions while driving innovation and growth for future generations. Exciting times ahead as we continue to expand and transform the Western sports landscape! If you're interested in partnership opportunities, please reach out to me - let's explore how we can collaborate in this new chapter. #WesternSports #Rodeo #MediaAcquisition #TetonRidge #CowboyChannel #Innovation https://lnkd.in/eHjkf7Bz

This week, I attended the Art & Science of Sports Venue Development session for the Tennessee Titans Sports Venue Real Estate Development Bridge Program Powered By Project Destined. We were joined by Burke Nihill (President and CEO at Tennessee Titans) who described the team’s rationale for building a new stadium including the benefits to the team, local community and the city. He also provided an overview of the project timeline and the process of building the team to lead stadium design and construction. During this session, I learned that developing sports venues can enhance communities, leading to infrastructure improvements. They can also foster economic growth by creating jobs and attracting visitors to events. Some key takeaways: How developing a sports venue can catalyze positive outcomes. Constructing and designing a stadium takes many teams to develop such a big project. Hearing from Burke Nihill was an enriching opportunity.

🚨 Hot off the press! The September issue of Venues News & Insights is here! Dive into: 🏟️ Wake Forest's vision for "The Grounds," a transformative mixed-use development; 🏅 Middlesex County, NJ's search for a sports tenant for their new venue; 🎖️ B&D's latest industry accolades and recognition; 📖 and, an insightful essay by our own David Almany on the top 4 enhancements NFL teams could pursue with their new private equity funding. 🏈 Check it out to stay updated on the latest trends in venue development and more! #VenueDevelopment #NFL #SportsBusiness #developmentadvisory #programmanagement #venuesnews #IndustryNews

Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment and @Comcast Spectacor will build a world-class arena in South Philadelphia, as well as revitalize Market East. The partnership will create a new home for the Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Flyers, and venue for top touring acts and special events. More: https://comca.st/4fPEfwM #IWorkForComcast https://comca.st/4huEdMb