North America
Nascar approves Air Titan use for 2014
Nascar has decided to make the Air Titan track-drying system available for use at ever Sprint Cup Series race next year.
MLS plays down season calendar change
Major League Soccer (MLS) has played down reports that it is moving closer to adopting a European-style calendar that could be introduced as soon as the 2014 season.
Three host cities shortlisted for Super Bowl 2018
National Football League (NFL) commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed that New Orleans, Indianapolis or Minneapolis will host the 2018 Super Bowl.
Rose Bowl seeking firm for $10m revamp
Rose Bowl stadium officials are open to bids until the end of month for a contract over $10 million for the next phase of renovation at the Pasadena-based venue.
NFL adds third Wembley fixture for 2014
The National Football League (NFL) has furthered its growth in the UK with the addition of another regular-season game to be played at Wembley Stadium next year.
Washington Redskins to meet with Oneidas
Washington Redskins will meet with the Oneida Indian Nation to discuss the National Football League (NFL) franchise’s controversial nickname.
Tyson responds to USA Boxing criticism
Boxing legend Mike Tyson has responded to USA Boxing’s criticism of his management agency Iron Mike Promotions, claiming that young athletes “can’t wait around for a very slim shot at Olympic glory”.
TSE advises board change for USA Cricket
Following a 20-week governance review, TSE Consulting has advised the United States of America Cricket Association (USACA) to restructure the composition of its board of directors.
Alex Rodriguez sues Selig and MLB
Alex Rodriguez has filed a lawsuit against Major League Baseball (MLB) and its commissioner Bud Selig for their “witch hunt” of the accused drug cheat.
Exclusive: Orlando MLS franchise attractive for Brazilians
Flavio Augusto da Silva, the Brazilian entrepreneur behind a bid to establish a Major League Soccer (MLS) expansion franchise in Orlando, has said there is a huge opportunity to make Brazilian football fans’ “second favourite team” in the United States.
USA Boxing tells Tyson to back off Olympic hopes
USA Boxing has sent an open letter to boxer-turned-promoter Mike Tyson, warning and pleading him not to tempt the body’s potential Olympians with a professional boxing contract ahead of the 2016 Games.
Miami Dolphins appoint senior VP
National Football League (NFL)’s Miami Dolphins have appointed Jeremy Walls senior vice-president and chief revenue officer.
USOC extends Infostrada data partnership
Infostrada Sports (IS) and the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) have extended their sports data partnership.
NHL to implement hybrid icing
National Hockey League (NHL) players have approved the use of hybrid icing, which will be implemented for today's start of the 2013/14 season.
NBA names Toronto All-Star 2016 host
The National Basketball Association (NBA) has selected Toronto to host its 2016 All-Star game, marking the first time the event has been held outside the United States in its 65-year history.
NHL Florida Panthers sold for $250m
National Hockey League (NHL) franchise the Florida Panthers has been sold to New York businessman Vincent Viola for a reported $250 million.
MLB head Bud Selig declares retirement
Major League Baseball (MLB) commissioner Bud Selig plans has stated he will retire in January 2015 after a term of more than 22 years.
MLB commissioner: Oakland Coliseum is a pit
Major League Baseball (MLB) commissioner Bud Selig hopes the Oakland Athletics franchise will see a new stadium before his resignation, after calling its current O.co Coliseum “a pit”.