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People Mentioned
- Devon McCourty - Hosted the 40 Under 40 event at Chelsea Piers.
- Mark Tatum (NBA Deputy Commissioner) - Discussed the NBA's plans to build a league in Europe, including facility development, brand building, commercial and media rights, ticketing, and a possible women's league.
- Carolyn Tish Wajet (Controlling owner of Gotham FC) - Characterized the past two years of Gotham FC as a complete overhaul and a gratifying experience.
- Roger Goodell (NFL Commissioner) - Stated that Nashville should expect to host a Super Bowl after the new Nissan Stadium opens.
- Ravy Burnett (Co-founder of Project B) - Has a background at Facebook and Google and emphasized that Project B will not be a minor league, but will feature the best basketball in the world.
Organizations & Institutions
- SBJ (Sports Business Journal) - Hosted several events in New York City, including Media Innovators, Dealmakers, New Voices Under 30, and 40 Under 40.
- Sekisui House - Partnered with SBJ to host a dinner with team business leaders.
- NBA (National Basketball Association) - Is actively building a league in Europe with ambitious plans for facility development, brand building, and a possible women's league.
- Gotham FC - The NWSL champions, celebrating their second championship in three years and growth in attendance.
- Washington Spirit - Lost to Gotham FC in the NWSL title game.
- NWSL (National Women's Soccer League) - The league in which Gotham FC and Washington Spirit compete.
- Bay FC - NWSL team that plays at PayPal Park.
- MLS Earthquakes - MLS team that plays at PayPal Park.
- Tennessee Titans - NFL team whose new Nissan Stadium is expected to host a Super Bowl.
- Tampa Bay Rays - MLB team whose home, Tropicana Field, is undergoing renovations.
- PWHL (Professional Women's Hockey League) - Began its third season, with new teams in Vancouver and Seattle showing strong attendance.
- Project B - A new six-team Formula One style women's basketball league signing international players, with plans to launch in November 2026.
- WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) - Mentioned in the context of Project B offering an alternative for players during CBA negotiations.
Websites & Online Resources
- PayPal Park - Home to the NWSL's Bay FC and the MLS Earthquakes, and host of the NWSL title game.
Other Resources
- Black Barn (Restaurant) - Location where SBJ and Sekisui hosted a dinner with team business leaders in New York City.
- Chelsea Piers - Venue for the 40 Under 40 event.
- Sports Illustrated Stadium - Home stadium of Gotham FC in Harrison, New Jersey.
- Nissan Stadium (New) - Slated to open in 2027 in Nashville, expected to host a Super Bowl, college football playoffs, Wrestlemania, and Final Fours.
- Tropicana Field - Home of the Tampa Bay Rays, undergoing renovations to its roof, suites, seating areas, lighting, and turf.
- Pacific Coliseum - Venue in Vancouver that hosted a sellout crowd for the PWHL game.