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NBC Sports
2 days ago
- Business
- NBC Sports
NBA at 'least a couple years away from launching' NBA Europe league, Adam Silver says
OKLAHOMA CITY — In March, the NBA and international basketball governing body FIBA announced a joint 'exploration of a new professional men's basketball league in Europe.' That's still moving forward, just don't expect it to happen quickly, Adam Silver told reporters at an NBA Cares event at a refurbished Boys & Girls Club in Oklahoma City on Friday, via Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press. 'I will say it's measured in years, not months,' Silver said. 'So, we're at least a couple years away from launching. It would be an enormous undertaking. And while we want to move forward at a deliberate pace, we also want to make sure that we're consulting with all the appropriate stakeholders, meaning the existing league, its teams, European players, media companies, marketing partners. There's a lot of work to be done.' Silver told reporters that the NBA is in talks with the existing EuroLeague (the basketball equivalent of the soccer Champions League, featuring the top clubs on the continent) about a partnership at some level. However, what that might look like (or if it would even work) is up for debate. The NBA's initial target was a 16-team league, something Silver previously said would be 'integrated into the current European basketball landscape,' which means teams would continue competing in their respective national leagues. There would be permanent members in the NBA Europe league (existing clubs and possibly some new ones) as well as a chance for teams to be promoted into it each year. Speaking at the NBA Paris games in January, Silver said the goal was to 'professionalize the game to another level here, to create a larger commercial opportunity' — to make more money, both for European teams, but also to expand the NBA brand (and with that make the American owners more money). Silver discussed the European league in terms of NBA expansion when speaking with the media before Game 1 of the Finals. 'We have been discussing potentially creating a league in Europe. I view that as a form of expansion as well,' Silver said. 'Again, just as the same as in American cities, we think there's an opportunity to serve fans in Europe. No knock on European basketball, because most of those international MVPs I just talked about are coming from Europe. There's really high-level basketball being played there. But we think there is an opportunity to better serve fans there. I view that as a form of expansion as well, and that's something we're also thinking hard about.' There are numerous stakeholders, and a lot of mouths to feed; putting together this new league is a massive challenge. The NBA owners will discuss next steps when they meet in July, Silver said. Whatever those next steps are, this is a process that will take years, not months.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
NBA's talks about new league in Europe are continuing, though the process remains in early stages
OKLAHOMA CITY — The NBA's talks with FIBA and other entities about the process of adding a new league in Europe are continuing, Commissioner Adam Silver said, though he noted that it may take at least a couple more years to turn the ideas into reality. Silver spoke at a league event to unveil a refurbished Boys & Girls Club in Oklahoma City on Friday — an off day for the NBA Finals — and said it's difficult to put a specific timeline on the Europe plans. 'I will say it's measured in years, not months,' Silver said. 'So, we're at least a couple years away from launching. It would be an enormous undertaking. And while we want to move forward at a deliberate pace, we also want to make sure that we're consulting with all the appropriate stakeholders, meaning the existing league, its teams, European players, media companies, marketing partners. There's a lot of work to be done.' Silver and FIBA secretary general Andreas Zagklis announced in March that the league and the game's governing body are finally taking long-awaited steps to form a new league, with an initial target of 16 teams. It had been talked about for years, and decades even on some levels. And since the NBA and FIBA went public with their idea to move forward, talks have gotten more constructive, Silver said. Silver said the NBA has been talking directly with the EuroLeague and with some member clubs about a partnership. It's his preference that the NBA work with the existing league on some level, though it's still too early to say exactly what that means. 'Either way, we continue to feel there are an enormous number of underserved basketball fans in Europe and that there's a strong opportunity to have another league styled after the NBA,' Silver said. About one in every six current NBA players hails from Europe, including Denver's Nikola Jokic and Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo — who have combined for five of the last seven MVP awards — along with the Los Angeles Lakers' Luka Doncic and San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama . The NBA's board of governors will talk more about next steps with the European plans in July at their scheduled meeting in Las Vegas, Silver said. It's possible that the European venture could be unveiled in some way — or possibly start — around the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, just given how much attention will be on international basketball at that time. 'That might be a good launching pad for an announcement around a new competition,' Silver said. Some of the cities that are expected to have interest in being part of the new venture include London, Manchester, Rome and Munich. There will be others, of course. 'We haven't had direct conversations yet,' Silver said. "But there have been several organizations that have come forward and said they would be interested and potential owners in operating in those major markets in Europe.' NBA: /nba
Business Wire
02-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
FICO and First Tee – Ontario to Host Free Youth Financial Empowerment Event Ahead of the RBC Canadian Open
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global analytics software leader, FICO and First Tee's Ontario chapter will host a free Score A Better Future™ Fundamentals financial literacy event for teens from the Boys & Girls Club of Caledon and Brampton on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. The event will be held at Mono Hills Golf Club and is designed to help teens aged 14–17 better prepare for healthy financial futures, including understanding how credit works and the role of the FICO® Score when it comes to saving for a home, car, or an education. FICO and First Tee's Ontario chapter will host a free Score A Better Future™ Fundamentals financial literacy event for teens from the Boys & Girls Club of Caledon and Brampton on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Share The event takes place within the week of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open. Following the workshop, students will participate in First Tee golf programming and take a group photo with the RBC Canadian Open Trophy. 'Financial literacy and a good golf game both require the same foundations: practice and discipline,' said Amber Aquin, Chapter Head of First Tee – Ontario. 'This collaboration with FICO during the RBC Canadian Open gives youth the opportunity to build both golf skills and the money smarts to excel on and off life's most important courses.' FICO's Score A Better Future Fundamentals program is designed to educate teens on how financial decisions made early in life, particularly around credit, can shape their futures. The program equips students with practical knowledge to better understand personal finance and credit, while building habits that support long-term financial health. 'At FICO, we're passionate about helping educate young people to take control of their financial futures,' said Jenelle Dito, vice president of Consumer Empowerment Programs and Partnerships at FICO. 'Working with First Tee – Ontario and the Boys & Girls Club of Caledon and Brampton allows us to bring these important lessons to life in a fun, engaging way, just as the RBC Canadian Open begins.' To learn more about the event or get more information on FICO's Score A Better Future™ Fundamentals program, visit: To learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of Caledon and Brampton, visit: To learn more about First Tee – Ontario's introductory golf programming across the province, visit: Score A Better Future ™ Fundamentals Helps to Bridge the Financial Literacy Gap Used by 90% of the top U.S. lenders, FICO® Scores help millions of people gain access to the credit they need to do things like get an education and make major purchases. Fundamentals helps empower students with financial literacy and the knowledge to achieve their financial goals. Educators at all accredited middle and high schools can receive the Fundamentals curriculum and supporting materials through the Fundamentals website, which will also provide the background knowledge and understanding for teachers to successfully educate students while strengthening their own understanding of credit. To learn more about Fundamentals visit About FICO FICO (NYSE: FICO) powers decisions that help people and businesses around the world prosper. Founded in 1956, the company is a pioneer in the use of predictive analytics and data science to improve operational decisions. FICO holds more than 200 US and foreign patents on technologies that increase profitability, customer satisfaction and growth for businesses in financial services, insurance, telecommunications, health care, retail and many other industries. Using FICO solutions, businesses in more than 80 countries do everything from protecting 4 billion payment cards from fraud, to improving financial inclusion, to increasing supply chain resiliency. The FICO® Score, used by 90% of top US lenders, is the standard measure of consumer credit risk in the US and has been made available in over 40 other countries, improving risk management, credit access and transparency. Learn more at Join the conversation at & .
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Comcast Connecting Homes and Businesses in Greenwood, SC to Reliable, High-Speed Internet
$6.1M Broadband Expansion Brings Local Connectivity, New Services and Community Support to Greenwood GREENWOOD, S.C., May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast has completed an American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds grant expansion project, with a $6.1 million program subsidy, in Greenwood, South Carolina. The network expansion brings Internet, mobile and security services from Xfinity and Comcast Business to residents and businesses for the first time. "Expanding broadband access in South Carolina is critical for supporting education, business growth and community development," said Jim Stritzinger, Director, SC Broadband Office with the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff. "We are excited about the advancements in connectivity to Greenwood, enabling more residents and businesses to thrive in the digital age." To celebrate the launch, Comcast hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Boys & Girls Club of the Lakelands Region, followed by a community block party. During the event, Comcast and local leaders surprised 50 high school students with free laptops, helping ensure more young people have the tools they need to succeed in a connected world. In addition to the laptop giveaway, Comcast surprised the Boys & Girls Club with a $10,000 donation to support digital literacy courses that will be held on site. The company also announced the Club will become one of Comcast's newest Lift Zones, providing free WiFi and access to essential technology resources to help young people get online, complete schoolwork, develop digital skills, and prepare for the future. The event marked another chapter in Comcast's ongoing partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of the Lakeland Region. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Comcast provided a $10,000 grant to support the club's recovery and restoration efforts – helping the organization continue serving youth and families during a critical time for the Greenwood community. The laptop giveaway is part of Project UP, the company's $1 billion commitment to create digital opportunity through programs and community partnerships that connect people to the Internet, advance economic mobility and open doors for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers and creators. The celebration continued with a community block party including music by DJ Tim-E, snow cones from Kona Ice, food from On The Run BBQ food truck, face painting and a 360-photo booth. Xfinity representatives were on hand to share information about Internet Essentials, the nation's largest broadband adoption initiative for income-constrained families. Internet Essentials provides low-cost broadband service, digital literacy training and discounted computers. "As we bring new services to Greenwood, we are proud to invest in the community's digital future," said Mike McArdle, Comcast Regional Senior Vice President. "From reliable broadband access to Lift Zones and laptop donations, our goal is to create meaningful opportunities that empower families and businesses." A Network You Can Trust to be Reliable, Fast and SecureComcast's state-of-the-art network is built to enable residents and businesses to thrive in today's connected world. Greenwood joins the 64 million homes and businesses across the country to have access to a network that is trusted by essential community organizations like hospitals, schools, transportation systems and first responders. It delivers multi-gigabit Internet speeds with 99.9 percent reliability and security built from the ground up to keep customers safe from cyber threats. "Comcast's expansion is a gamechanger for Greenwood. Reliable internet access fuels our economy, supports education and connects our community to resources that are essential in today's world," said Mayor Brandon Smith. "We are grateful for Comcast's commitment to Greenwood and excited for the opportunities this expansion brings." Introducing Xfinity for Greenwood ResidentsComcast's residential services are marketed under the Xfinity and NOW brands and consumers in Greenwood can take advantage of Xfinity's and NOW's full suite of products, including Internet, video, mobile, voice and home security. With multi-gigabit Internet speeds, powerful WiFi able to reach every corner of the home, and super-responsive connections with low lag available with its plan, customers have a great experience using their connected devices to stream their favorite sports and entertainment content, video chat with coworkers and friends, learn from home or simply surf the web. Comcast Business to Power Businesses in GreenwoodFor local businesses, Comcast Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, wireless, and managed solutions to help organizations of all sizes achieve their business goals. Industry analysts and associations have consistently recognized Comcast Business as a leader and innovator in flexible, scalable options as well as one of the fastest-growing providers of Ethernet services. What it Means for the Greenwood CommunityComcast's commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents. Over the past three years, Comcast has invested $1.3M in cash and in-kind donations into South Carolina nonprofits focused on helping people build digital skills, expanding Lift Zones, and funding connectivity and Internet adoption programs. Comcast's presence in Greenwood will continue this summer as the company serves as the main stage sponsor for the city's popular Festival of Discovery in July. About Comcast CorporationComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit for more information. 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Newsweek
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
John Daly Shows Other Side in Heartfelt Statement to Fiancée, Anna Cladakis
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. John Daly hosted his John Daly's Golf Invitational charity tournament on April 22 and 23 at Old Hickory Country Club, where he has been a member for several years. It is an event founded by his mother and kept alive by the legendary player to this day. But Daly's longtime partner, Anna Cladakis, seems to have played a central role in the 2025 edition. That was evident in a message the two-time major champion dedicated to her on his Instagram Stories after the event: "To my amazing fiance, thank you for your unwavering hard work & generous heart that made our charity event this week such a HUGE success! Your dedication and compassion are truly inspiring!" Daly posted. John Daly of the United States looks on with his wife Anna Cladakis and caddie during a pro-am round ahead of the D+D REAL Czech Masters at Albatross Golf Resort on August 17, 2016 in... John Daly of the United States looks on with his wife Anna Cladakis and caddie during a pro-am round ahead of the D+D REAL Czech Masters at Albatross Golf Resort on August 17, 2016 in Prague, Czech Republic. More Richard Martin-Roberts/Getty Images Daly and Cladakis have been romantically linked for about 17 years. She is a regular companion of the player in his golf-related activities. In fact, she was there for Daly's last professional victories, the PGA Tour Champions' 2017 Insperity Invitational, and the unofficial 2021 PNC Championship. According to available reports, Cladakis and Daly met at a place closely associated with the golfer, Hooters, where his future fiancee was working as a promotional director at the time. Cladakis also owns the Bridge Lounge bar in Tarpon Springs, Florida. The two got engaged in 2014, about seven years after they started dating. However, they have not yet tied the knot. John Daly's Instagram Stories John Daly's Instagram Stories The John Daly's Golf Invitational was founded by Mamma Lou, John Daly's mother, in 1991, the same year her son became a worldwide celebrity with his upset victory in the PGA Championship. Since then, the tournament has become an annual fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of the Arkansas River Valley. It is a program originally created in 1989 and currently has three locations in Arkansas to help children in the community between the ages of six and 18. The Boys & Girls Club offers several sports programs for the children they work with. These include flag football, basketball, swimming, softball, tee-ball and volleyball. More Golf: Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry Crumble at Zurich Classic, Unlikely Heroes Emerge
