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Sports Licensing: Opus and The R&A Collaborate On New Book To Celebrate The 150th Open

Opus and The R&A today announced the planned publication and pre-order release of The Open Opus, which will celebrate the 150th playing of The Open and documents the history of the world’s oldest and most prestigious championship. The partnership was brokered by TSBA, licensing agent for The R&A, which stands for 'The Royal & Ancient'; a reference to 'The Royal … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing: Opus and The R&A Collaborate On New Book To Celebrate The 150th Open

EA Games Launches Revolutionary Tech For FIFA 2022

Electronic Arts is celebrating the record-breaking launch of EA SPORTS FIFA 22, which features a revolutionary new gameplay technology that EA has dubbed HyperMotion. The launch comes with what must have been a legendarily expensive launch trailer as well, featuring some of the world's greatest football (soccer) stars past and present, and even actor/pitchman Ryan Reynolds. … [Read more...] about EA Games Launches Revolutionary Tech For FIFA 2022

Brevettar Unveils Sports Licensing Agreement with FOCO

The sports licensing agency Brevettar has signed a multi-year agreement with FOCO, a leading manufacturer of licensed sports and entertainment merchandise with a product line that includes apparel, accessories, toys, collectibles, novelty items, and more. Through the new deal, FOCO will offer fans collector’s edition bobbleheads of golf legend Tiger Woods, and NHL star Wayne … [Read more...] about Brevettar Unveils Sports Licensing Agreement with FOCO

Xbox Named Gaming Partner For English Football Teams

The Microsoft-owned Xbox gaming platform has been named the official partner of England's national football teams. The multi-year partnership covers the Lionesses team, the eLions esports team, and the Three Lions team, as well as Wembley Stadium. Xbox has committed to a grassroots gaming campaign with The Football Association (FA), creating exciting experiences for football … [Read more...] about Xbox Named Gaming Partner For English Football Teams

ESPN In Talks For $3 Billion Sports Betting Deal

The Disney-owned sports broadcaster ESPN is looking at licensing its brand to major sports betting companies, with a price tag of at least $3 billion. According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, ESPN has already held talks with operators like the online gambling company DraftKings and casino operator Caesars Entertainment, among others. ESPN already has marketing … [Read more...] about ESPN In Talks For $3 Billion Sports Betting Deal

Brevettar Announces Superstar Agreement With Trends International

The sports licensing agency Brevettar, says it's signed a multi-year agreement with Trends International, LLC, a leading publisher and manufacturer of licensed posters, calendars, stickers and social stationery products. Through the new deal, Trends will offer fans collector’s edition calendars and posters featuring superstar athletes Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky and Tiger … [Read more...] about Brevettar Announces Superstar Agreement With Trends International

Topps Loses MLB License To Fanatics

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a major upset, Major League Baseball has dropped Topps from its trading card roster, and has given the lucrative licensing agreement to sports merchandise giant Fanatics. The change will take place over time, due to the nature of the contracts. The Topps contract for player images expires in 2022, which the players’ union controls, while … [Read more...] about Topps Loses MLB License To Fanatics

NHL To Allow Sponsor Patches On Jerseys

The world's fastest sport may become the world's fastest billboard, as the National Hockey League is looking to boost its sponsorship revenue by allowing sponsorship patches on team jerseys, starting in 2022. The Associated Press broke the news, saying the league's Board of Governors had unanimously approved the move. The strategy shift is not a total surprise, as the NHL added … [Read more...] about NHL To Allow Sponsor Patches On Jerseys

Brevettar: A New Player In Global Sports Licensing

A new player hit the field in the lucrative world of sports licensing, as Brevettar announced July 7 the launch of its full-service licensing agency. The new company describes its mission as maximizing revenue by connecting best-in-class brands with strategic collaborations and licensing opportunities. As the exclusive licensing agent for Upper Deck, the worldwide leader in … [Read more...] about Brevettar: A New Player In Global Sports Licensing