• Thu, December 19, 2024

by: Esports Insider

PlayVS CEO on the launch of the PlayVS Collective Partner Network

As the largest amateur esports and competitive gaming network in North America, PlayVS has been busy building a partner ecosystem to service its more than 5,000 participating schools and almost 10,000 teams competing in PlayVS leagues and tournaments every year.

by: The Daily Telegraph

Tomorrow's golf stars stake their claim

by: Motor Authority

Rivian R1S: Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 finalist

Rivian took top honors with the R1T pickup truck, which we named Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2022. It marked the first time an EV, a pickup truck, and non-sports car took the win all in one shot. It's the most versatile vehicle we've ever tested, even today.

by: Olean Times Herald

Matchups shaken up for different competition at DeCerbo Showcase

The field is set, the matchups arranged for the Joe DeCerbo Holiday Showcase to return to Allegany-Limestone Middle-High School after Christmas.

by: legit

Ademola Lookman Explains How Atalanta Helped Him Win 2024 CAF POTY Award

The reigning African Footballer of the Year Ademola Lookman has explained Italian Serie A club Atalanta's role in helping him with the coveted award.

by: CBSSports.com

Where to watch Tottenham vs. Manchester United, lineups: EFL Cup prediction, live stream, odds, pick

Looking to end their trophy drought, Tottenham will host an improving Manchester United side at home with a spot in the last four of the EFL Cup on the line. Tottenham's last trophy came in this very competition,

by: Heavy.com

Yankees Fav Favorite All-Star Named Trade Candidate: Report

New York Yankees catcher Jose Trevino was named a potential trade candidate as the team looks to improve this winter.

by: Sports Mole

Preview: Ipswich Town vs. Newcastle United - prediction, team news, lineups

After a run of one draw and three defeats following the resumption of club football after November's international break, Ipswich's second top-flight victory of the campaign moved them up to 12 points, meaning that Kieran McKenna 's troops sit in 18th place in the Premier League standings, two points behind Leicester City in 17th.

by: Fox Sports

'Look forward to more success': Lions extend premiership coach as they hunt back-to-back flags

The Lions were cellar dwellers when Fagan took over the role and his ability to transform the club back into a competition powerhouse has been mightily impressive. Brisbane Lions CEO Greg Swann said it was an "easy decision" to extend the contract of their premiership coach.

by: The Vicksburg Post

Vicksburg High's 2025 football schedule has familiar foes, new order

Vicksburg High's 2025 football schedule will include six teams the Gators played in 2024, but a reshuffled order and new region opponents.

by: Yahoo! Sports

European Leagues take a stand against Unify League proposal: 'Not requested'

The European Leagues have taken a stance against the Unify League, a proposed new competition organised by A22 Sports management, which has come about three years after the failed and infamous

by: Euronews

EU Commission reaches for brakes on FI motor deal

The European Commission announced on Thursday that it will investigate Formula One owner Liberty Media's €3.5 billion euro deal for the motorcycle racing league MotoGP World Championship, as the deal risks raising prices for the licensing of broadcasting rights for motorsport events of both brands.

by: Des Moines Register

Perry's powerful basketball machine led by Koa Peat could make Arizona history

Some regard that team, led by center Marvin Bagley III and point guard Alex Barcello, as the best Arizona high school basketball team in history. That was Duane's last season, as the Aztecs became the first big-school Arizona team to win four consecutive state titles. He's not quite ready to designate this Perry team at that level.

by: The Boston Globe

Revolution release 2025 MLS schedule, with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami returning to Gillette Stadium

The New England Revolution announced their 2025 MLS schedule on Thursday, with the Revolution set to open their season on the road against Nashville SC on Feb. 22. New England's home opener at Gillette Stadium is slated for March 1 against the Columbus Crew with the Philadelphia Union visiting Foxborough the following weekend on March 8.

by: theroar.com.au

Force Pressure Points: Cron's cattle arrive, but expect a big shift if the West is to rise

by: Sports Illustrated

Beast Games: How to Watch MrBeast's Amazon Prime Show, All Episodes Schedule

Mr Beast's controversial 'Beast Games' reality show is finally here. The title will pit Mr Beast's fans against each other, with the winner receiving a sizable

by: Sportsnet

Jets prospect Brayden Yager to captain Canada at world juniors

Winnipeg Jets centre Brayden Yager will don the "C" for Canada while Nashville Predators defenceman Tanner Molendyk and Colorado Avalanche centre Calum Ritchie will serve as alternates for the IIHF world juniors,

by: Seattle Times

European soccer leagues reject latest proposal for new breakaway competition

The organization that represents European soccer leagues has rejected latest proposals for a breakaway super league.

by: FOX59 News

NCAA president addresses parents' concerns about trans athlete inclusion: 'It's a small community'

NCAA president Charlie Baker doubled-down on controversial statements regarding the NCAA's policies allowing trans athletes to compete against women.

by: The Daily Mirror

Man Utd exit Carabao Cup in comical fashion as Spurs win crazy tie - 5 talking points

Ange Postecoglou's side are into the final four of the Carabao Cup after a dramatic win over the Red Devils, with both teams making a number of errors

by: Massey University

Birdnapped cockatoo wins Quote of the Year

The winner of this year's Quote of the Year competition is the chatty cockatoo with the distinctive catchcry of "Hello Darling".

by: Yahoo Canada Sports

Carabao Cup Semi-Final Draw Details: Who Will Liverpool Face Next?

Who's Next in the Semi-Final Draw?Liverpool Football Club continues its spirited defence of the Carabao Cup, and as the semi-final draw looms, anticipation

by: CTV News

Triplets lead Calgary Christian Cougars to esports victory at Play VS Fall Rocket League Championships

A Calgary secondary school is celebrating a little more this December after winning an esports competition thanks to the talents of a trio of remarkable triplets.

by: USA Today

How Wisconsin Badgers volleyball's Sarah Franklin stacks up vs. competition for national player of the year

MADISON - No matter what happens Friday, it's safe to say Sarah Franklin has secured her spot in the Wisconsin Badgers volleyball Mount Rushmore of players. The 6-foot-4 outside hitter is a two-time Big Ten player of the year and one of just two ...

by: Sports Illustrated

Ranking the 50 Best Soccer Teams Of All Time

From Barcelona to Brazil, the U.S. women's national team and everything in between, ranking the 50 greatest soccer teams of all time.

by: Des Moines Register

Prairie Meadows to hunt for a new leader in 2025 as Gary Palmer prepares to retire

Polk County's nonprofit Prairie Meadows racino could get new leadership for the first time in almost two decades as CEO Gary Palmer prepares to retire

by: The New York Times

Timeline of NASCAR antitrust lawsuit: 23XI, Front Row can race as charter teams

The teams, led by noted attorney Jeffrey Kessler, accused NASCAR of being a monopoly that prevented fair competition. Advertisement "We ... to SI's Twitter 100 (the top 100 Twitter accounts in sports) for five straight years.

by: The New York Times

Luis Castillo to Red Sox? Suggesting MLB trades, signings to bolster 6 would-be contenders

The Reds trade for Luis Robert Jr.? The Braves sign Jack Flaherty? Jim Bowden suggests moves to fill key needs for six would-be contenders.

by: MSN

Penn State wrestling injury update; what's the Lions plan for the Collegiate Wrestling Duals?

Penn State wrestling is on the cusp of its final competition date during the 2024 portion of its regular season schedule. The No. 1 Nittany Lions head to the Collegiate Wrestling Duals on Sunday in Nashville,

by: MSN

Who are Shamrock Rovers? History, championships and background of Chelsea's Conference League opponents

Chelsea host Shamrock Rovers at Stamford Bridge on December 19.

by: MSN

Why QB Draft Buzz Does Not Bother Raiders' O'Connell

The Las Vegas Raiders have been rumored to be interested numerous QBs over the last two years and have been. Meanwhile, Aidan O'Connell just keeps doing his job.

by: MSN

NFL picks for Broncos-Chargers on Thursday night, plus MVP race appears to be down to these two quarterbacks

Welcome to the Thursday edition of the Pick Six newsletter! On the first day of Christmas, the NFL gave to me, Jusin Herbert trying to throw for 340. Nope, it's not Christmas tonight, but it's going to feel like it if you're an NFL fan and that's because tonight's game between the Broncos and Chargers will be kicking off a stretch where there will be at least one NFL game airing in nine of the next 12 days.

by: MSN

Transgender athletes could face complete ban from women's Olympic events after Paris contr

If Lord Sebastian Coe secures his bid for IOC presidency, the future of the Olympics could see a ban on transgender athletes in women's sports

by: MSN

Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United LIVE: League Cup team news, line-ups and more

Follow live coverage as Tottenham Hotspur face Manchester United in the EFL cup. Liverpool are the reigning champions of the competition following an extra time victory over Chelsea at Wembley last term,

by: MSN

Five Takeaways From UEFA Women's Champions League Matchday 6

In the final matches of the opening round, Arsenal and Barcelona snatched first place in their respective groups.

by: MSN

Knicks Star Backs Embattled College Coach

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson believes his embattled college coach is the Wildcat's meow. Brunson, of course, hails from Villanova University, whose Wildcats men's basketball program has been stuck in reverse since legendary head coach Jay Wright retired after a Final Four appearance in 2021-22.

by: MSN

'You're Going to See Guys More Engaged': New TGL Promises High Tech With Camaraderie

After a year's delay, the simulator league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy is ready to launch next month with an unmatched tech experience and teams of PGA Tour stars.

by: MSN

Safe hands: Top 5 goalkeepers with the most clean sheets in Champions League history

With a newly-formatted version of the Champions League well underway, which goalkeepers in history have kept the most clean sheets in the competition?

by: MSN

Arsenal plotting deal to sign giant Serie A stopper as replacement for integral first-team star

A backup spot is poised to emerge at The Emirates next summer, as a veteran Brazilian star walks away, and the Gunners could turn to Serie A to fill an important role

by: MSN

Liberty's MotoGP purchase delayed as EU opens in-depth investigations

The European Union's highest institution will open an "in-depth investigation" to determine whether the purchase of MotoGP by Formula 1 owner Liberty Media violates its antitrust framework. The European Commission,

by: MSN

How Far Does The Average 50-Year-Old Male Amateur Hit Their Driver?

Golf is an individual sport, but the urge to compare yourself against others is too strong to ignore. So, how far does the average 50-year-old drive the ball?

by: MSN

Nick Mallett: 'What's the point of the Champions Cup if South African teams can't pick their strongest side?'

Former Springboks coach Nick Mallett has questioned the "point" of South African teams in the Investec Champions Cup if they cannot field their best sides. This comes after South African franchises endured their worst weekend in the competition and the Challenge Cup with only the Lions notching up a win in the latter.

by: MSN

Chelsea vs Shamrock Rovers: Preview, predictions and lineups

Chelsea host Shamrock Rovers in Europe on Thursday. Preview includes team news, how to watch on TV, predicted lineups and more.

by: MSN

Carabao Cup semifinal draw: Dates and times of matches in 2024/25 EFL knockout competition

The final four participants of the 2024/25 EFL Cup are nearly set as the competition narrows its field while steaming towards a conclusion.

by: MSN

'Gambled and won' - UK national media reacts to Liverpool's Carabao Cup win v Southampton

Goals from Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliott secured Liverpool's passage to the semi-finals, with no shortage of positives from St Mary's as an experimental side showed plenty of determination and adaptability.

by: MSN

'It's been a good run': Greg Baum reflects as he retires from Flying Feet Sport Shoes

Greg Baum started the business so he could outfit his student athletes with running shoes. Now he's retiring and selling the beloved York County store.

by: MSN

Alabama AD's plea to 'fight back' as rivals ramp up NIL wars

Alabama athletics director Greg Byrne says it's time for Crimson Tide fans to "fight back" in the NIL wars facing college football. Byrne sent out a passionate email to Alabama fans on Thursday in the middle of the December transfer portal window.

by: MSN

Fending Off $6.5Bn Competition, Stephen Curry's One Promise Landed De'Aaron Fox With Under Armour

"There's no better guy than him," Stephen Curry said after finalizing De'Aaron Fox as the brand ambassador for his Curry Brand. The post Fending Off $6.5Bn Competition, Stephen Curry's One Promise Landed De'Aaron Fox With Under Armour appeared first on EssentiallySports.

PlayVS CEO on the launch of the PlayVS Collective Partner Network

As the largest amateur esports and competitive gaming network in North America, PlayVS has been busy building a partner ecosystem to service its more than 5,000 participating schools and almost 10,000 teams competing in PlayVS leagues and tournaments every year.
The article from Esports Insider discusses the partnership between PlayVS, a high school esports platform, and Launch Collective, a venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments. This collaboration aims to enhance the esports ecosystem by providing resources, mentorship, and investment opportunities to startups within the PlayVS network. The partnership will leverage Launch Collective's expertise in nurturing startups to help scale and innovate within the competitive gaming industry. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to foster growth and development in esports, particularly at the grassroots level, by connecting emerging companies with seasoned investors and industry leaders.

Read the Full Esports Insider Article at:
https://esportsinsider.com/2024/12/playvs-ceo-launch-collective-partner-network