Events
WUSA scores with festivals
Hopes of the WUSA being re-born for 2005 are increasing as it looks to stage a series of festivals across the US this summer.
Super Bowl ads hit home
They may cost $2.25m for 30 seconds, but advertisers during CBS’ broadcast of the Super Bowl hit the mark, according to research conducted by advertising research company Ipsos-ASI.
Job market recovery
The UK sports industry job market could be on the verge of a revival according to one recruitment specialist.
CPLG rebrands sport division
One of the leading licensing agencies has rebranded its sports division – and extended its range of specialist services for the sector.
Mosley calls for GP cut
Less is more when it comes to Formula One – that is the opinion of Max Mosley, the president of motorsport governing body the FIA.
AFL drives new deals
The Australian Football League (AFL) has signed a major sponsorship deal with Toyota.
Four set for FIBA bid battle
European basketball governing body FIBA Europe says four nations have approached it with a view to hosting the 2007 European Championship for Men.
The Week Ahead
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NFL exec joins licensing firm
A leading NFL executive has quit to join a US licensing and rights-clearing agency.
Europe set for IOC TV tender
The tender process for the European TV rights for future Olympic Games will be opened in March by the IOC – and with Paris and London leading the race to stage the 2012 Games, the price could reach record levels.
Super Bowl to reach 1 billion
This weekend's Super Bowl will reach a potential worldwide television audience of 1 billion according to the National Football League (NFL).
LTA’s new marketing structure
The UK’s Lawn Tennis Association has a new marketing chief as it unveiled a new marketing strategy.
Sales boost adidas figures
Sports brand adidas has reported a 5 percent sales improvement in its latest financial figures.
Telstra renews AOC deal
Telstra has renewed its sponsorship deal with the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC), extending the association to 16 years.
Which delivers the best value?
Which of this year’s big three events delivers the best value? Make your views known in the latest online sportbusiness.com poll.
Octagon sells Gravity Games
Octagon has given further proof of a willingness to offload its assets after it announced the sale of action sports franchise the Gravity Games to US broadcaster Outdoor Life Network.
Rugby League World Cup in 2008?
The Rugby League World Cup looks set to be revived after the sport's governing body announced its intention to stage the tournament in Australia in 2008.
Infront clinches Irish deal
FIFA World Cup TV rights holder Infront Sports & Media has signed a new deal for the 2006 tournament in Germany.