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San Francisco Chronicle
2 hours ago
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Bay FC players no stranger to gambling-fueled online abuse and insults
Missing a penalty kick or turning the ball over didn't always lead to a barrage of online hate. But as sports betting surges, the two have become inextricable, and Bay FC players say they've dealt with it first-hand. 'There's always a comment here and there. Like, you're on Reddit and you see something like a negative comment towards yourself or your teammate,' said forward Penelope Hocking. The problem is especially prevalent among female athletes — the NCAA released a study after March Madness in 2024 reporting that women received three times the abuse than men experienced. While a subsequent study commissioned by the NCAA for the 2025 tournaments noted a 23% decline from the gambling-related abuse online, players like Hocking still see harmful comments. 'I think it's, like, propaganda against women, because there's always like a clip on Instagram (of) women's soccer, and it's some sort of blunder, and that's the only perception of women's soccer,' Hocking said. 'And it's always men that are like, you know, attacking the women for like just not being as athletically gifted … it's just (about) proving those people are wrong.' The NWSL, in particular, is already wrought with its own concerns, ranging from sexual misconduct to verbal abuse. A recent investigation reviewed at least two formal complaints against Bay FC head coach Albertin Montoya for violating the league's anti-harassment, bullying and discrimination policy. The investigation concluded that he was not in violation of the league's policy, but suggested a need for 'communication improvements.' The negative online environment that has become exponentially cultivated by gamblers dissatisfied with prop bet outcomes seems only to add to the pressures faced by teams. 'But I think part of being a professional is just like tuning that out and being confident in yourself,' Hocking added. 'Just blocking out the haters.' But it can be difficult to block out the haters — especially when threats go as far as telling players across various sports 'kill yourself' or making threatening comments about an athlete's family, as the Washington Post reported in June. The anonymity — both in terms of emotional separation and lacking identity — that social media provides makes it easy for extreme comments to be made. And with a higher-than-ever volume of such messages, the accountability mechanism is more difficult to enforce. Bay FC and the NWSL are aware of the damage dealt by the online abuse, becoming enough of an issue to create supportive infrastructure for athletes. The NWSL and Bay FC have contracted two companies specifically for the online threats and abuse. One monitors the online comments, hiding those that are abusive on the accounts of teams, the league and player accounts. The other company actively investigates threats made. 'I think we're really fortunate. We have great support here,' said goalie Jordan Silkowitz. 'We have each other, we're all kind of going through the same thing. And we play professional sports, so leaning on our teammates, our staff, our support staff. Everyone in this organization is great.'
USA Today
3 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
CBS shares Iowa basketball, Big Ten odds to win national championship
Can Iowa basketball win a national championship this season? That question might seem far-fetched, and I'm sure some of you reading this just burst out laughing. Iowa hasn't made it past the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament this century, their roster is almost brand new, and they play in a difficult conference. The signs don't point toward the Hawkeyes making a big run in March. But could it happen? CBS Sports certainly isn't ruling it out. They released their odds for every team to win this year's college basketball national championshp, and the Hawkeyes have better odds than many might expect. With an experienced coach in Ben McCollum, great transfers in Bennett Stirtz and Alvaro Folgueiras, and a decent supporting cast, Iowa might have the pieces it needs to make a March Madness run. What are Iowa basketball's odds to win the NCAA Tournament? CBS gives the Hawkeyes +6000 odds to win this year's national championship, good for 27th in the entire country. Iowa is tied with Indiana and Wisconsin for the sixth-best odds in the Big Ten to win the national championship, which is great respect for the program McCollum is building. Here's a look at the other teams in the conference with higher odds than the Hawkeyes: The Big Ten seems like it'll be one of the toughest and deepest conferences in the nation, which means Iowa will get lots of tests throughout the season to prepare them for the postseason. If they get there, the Hawkeyes will be battle-tested and ready for whatever is thrown their way. While it's still too early to tell how good Iowa will be, it's a good sign that national media outlets like CBS are giving the Hawkeyes some of the best odds in the conference to win a national championship. If Iowa plays anywhere close to the potential CBS thinks they have, things are shaping up to be a fun season inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes and opinions. Follow Zach on X: @zach_hiney
Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton excites Iowa State fans after visiting football squad
The post Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton excites Iowa State fans after visiting football squad appeared first on ClutchPoints. Before he led the Indiana Pacers with his unique playing style, Tyrese Haliburton starred at Iowa State. As a freshman, he helped the Cyclones reach the NCAA Tournament as a sixth seed in 2019. They, however, got upset by 11th seed Ohio State in the first round. It was Haliburton's lone appearance in March Madness. But it gave him the confidence to play better as a sophomore, as he was named to the All-Big 12 Second Team in 2020. Even though he's already a big star with the Pacers, the 25-year-old guard has never forgotten to look back and honor his former home. Haliburton recently visited Iowa State's football team to show his support ahead of the new season next month. Despite the inconvenience of needing a scooter for his right leg due to his Achilles injury, Haliburton didn't hesitate to visit. Fans gave props to the Pacers star. 'Bro's a sports ambassador,' said @ralphmunden. 'He's doing a tour of all the places that got him to where he was in the Game 7 storybook finals 😢 He's gonna be a dawg,' added @giancota52. 'I love you, Haliburton 💓,' commented @ss_basttian. 'Miss him already, but hope he is healing well,' wrote @cosplay_kawaii_art. 'In another world, he's my Finals MVP,' posted @exh_006. Haliburton suffered the devastating injury in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, where the Pacers lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Following the setback, the two-time All-Star has remained in high spirits. The Cyclones, meanwhile, are coming off a historic campaign. They tallied their first-ever 10-win season and reached the finals of the Big 12 for the first time since 2020. While they lost to Arizona State, they beat Miami in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. With coach Matt Campbell returning for his 10th season, expect Iowa State to build on the momentum from last season. Related: 1 undrafted Pacers 2025 Summer League player who could make roster Related: Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton teases new PUMA Hali 1 colorways
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Discover Broadcasting Figures, Sponsorship Details, and Kit Supplier Insights
Explore the comprehensive 2025 March Madness analysis, covering sponsorships, broadcasting deals, prize money, attendance, and ticketing. Key highlights include CBS's $1.1B deal, ESPN's $115M pact, and Coca-Cola's $50M sponsorship. Dublin, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Post Event Analysis - March Madness 2025" report has been added to analysis of the recent 2025 March Madness, including an examination of its sponsorship portfolio, broadcasters, ticketing, attendance, and prize broadcast deals were secured for the media rights to air the 2025 March Madness men's and women's competitions. CBS, which broadcasted the men's March Madness tournament, has an eight-year agreement with the NCAA worth $1.1 billion per year. Meanwhile, ESPN has a deal in place with the NCAA, worth $115 million per year across an eight-year period. The 2025 men's championship game between the University of Florida and the University of Houston attracted an average of 18.1 million viewers on CBS, thanks to a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback. The women's championship game between the University of Connecticut and the University of South Carolina performed strongly, with an average of 8.5 million viewers tuning in to the game on ABC.19 brands had agreements in place with the NCAA that allowed them to partner with the 2025 March Madness men's and women's competitions. The average annual sponsorship deal for March Madness 2025 was approximately $13.89 million. Coca-Cola continues to have the largest annual agreement with the NCAA. The deal, which sees it serve as a main sponsor of both championship games, is worth an estimated $50 million annually. Three brands in the restaurant sector have commercial partnerships in place with the NCAA. The analyst estimates that Pizza Hut, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Wendy's each have sponsorship deals worth $10 million of the four finalists of the 2025 national championship games has a kit supplier deal in place worth $2 million or more annually. The University of South Carolina's agreement with Under Armour is the largest annual kit supplier deal, worth $7.15 million annually over ten seasons. The University of Connecticut has the second biggest annual kit supplier deal among the four teams involved in the two title matches. They have a one-year renewal agreement with Nike worth $5.6 million annually. The third largest annual kit supplier deal is between the University of Florida and Nike. Through this deal, the university will wear the Jordan brand produced by Nike. The smallest annual kit supplier deal in place for the 2025 championship games is the University of Houston's agreement with Nike. Like the University of Florida, Houston's deal allows them to wear the Jordan brand. The analyst estimates that this agreement is worth $2 million per Highlights A detailed overview of the key facts and events that took place during the competition. The report identifies the major media and sponsorship players in the market and pinpoints the ticket prices available. Scope This report provides an overview of the event, including its sponsorship portfolio, broadcasters, and prize money. An analysis of the event's sponsors is included, along with the estimated annual values of these deals. Information regarding the event's attendance is also provided. Reasons to Buy For those wanting an in-depth analysis of how March Madness 2025 performed, in the sense of both business and popularity. Key Topics Covered: 1. Event Introduction Executive Summary Introduction March Madness - Tournament Structure Tournament Bracket - Path to the Men's National Championship Game Tournament Bracket - Path to the Women's National Championship Game 2. Media Landscape Media Breakdown Across Europe Media Breakdown Across the Rest of the World 3. Sponsorship Sponsorship Portfolio Sponsorship Breakdown Case Study: Nissan extends sponsorship of National Collegiate Athletic Association for 2024-2025 4. Kit Supplier Deals 2025 National Championship Games Kit Supplier Breakdown 5. Prize Money Men's March Madness 2025 Prize Money Breakdown Women's March Madness 2025 Prize Money Breakdown 6. Ticketing & Attendance 2025 National Championship Games Ticketing Breakdown Men's March Madness 2025 Attendance Breakdown Women's March Madness 2025 Attendance Breakdown 7. Appendix Sources A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to: CBS ESPN ABC Coca-Cola AT&T and Capital One Pizza Hut Buffalo Wild Wings and Wendy's Nike For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Discover Broadcasting Figures, Sponsorship Details, and Kit Supplier Insights
Explore the comprehensive 2025 March Madness analysis, covering sponsorships, broadcasting deals, prize money, attendance, and ticketing. Key highlights include CBS's $1.1B deal, ESPN's $115M pact, and Coca-Cola's $50M sponsorship. Dublin, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Post Event Analysis - March Madness 2025" report has been added to analysis of the recent 2025 March Madness, including an examination of its sponsorship portfolio, broadcasters, ticketing, attendance, and prize broadcast deals were secured for the media rights to air the 2025 March Madness men's and women's competitions. CBS, which broadcasted the men's March Madness tournament, has an eight-year agreement with the NCAA worth $1.1 billion per year. Meanwhile, ESPN has a deal in place with the NCAA, worth $115 million per year across an eight-year period. The 2025 men's championship game between the University of Florida and the University of Houston attracted an average of 18.1 million viewers on CBS, thanks to a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback. The women's championship game between the University of Connecticut and the University of South Carolina performed strongly, with an average of 8.5 million viewers tuning in to the game on ABC.19 brands had agreements in place with the NCAA that allowed them to partner with the 2025 March Madness men's and women's competitions. The average annual sponsorship deal for March Madness 2025 was approximately $13.89 million. Coca-Cola continues to have the largest annual agreement with the NCAA. The deal, which sees it serve as a main sponsor of both championship games, is worth an estimated $50 million annually. Three brands in the restaurant sector have commercial partnerships in place with the NCAA. The analyst estimates that Pizza Hut, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Wendy's each have sponsorship deals worth $10 million of the four finalists of the 2025 national championship games has a kit supplier deal in place worth $2 million or more annually. The University of South Carolina's agreement with Under Armour is the largest annual kit supplier deal, worth $7.15 million annually over ten seasons. The University of Connecticut has the second biggest annual kit supplier deal among the four teams involved in the two title matches. They have a one-year renewal agreement with Nike worth $5.6 million annually. The third largest annual kit supplier deal is between the University of Florida and Nike. Through this deal, the university will wear the Jordan brand produced by Nike. The smallest annual kit supplier deal in place for the 2025 championship games is the University of Houston's agreement with Nike. Like the University of Florida, Houston's deal allows them to wear the Jordan brand. The analyst estimates that this agreement is worth $2 million per Highlights A detailed overview of the key facts and events that took place during the competition. The report identifies the major media and sponsorship players in the market and pinpoints the ticket prices available. Scope This report provides an overview of the event, including its sponsorship portfolio, broadcasters, and prize money. An analysis of the event's sponsors is included, along with the estimated annual values of these deals. Information regarding the event's attendance is also provided. Reasons to Buy For those wanting an in-depth analysis of how March Madness 2025 performed, in the sense of both business and popularity. Key Topics Covered: 1. Event Introduction Executive Summary Introduction March Madness - Tournament Structure Tournament Bracket - Path to the Men's National Championship Game Tournament Bracket - Path to the Women's National Championship Game 2. Media Landscape Media Breakdown Across Europe Media Breakdown Across the Rest of the World 3. Sponsorship Sponsorship Portfolio Sponsorship Breakdown Case Study: Nissan extends sponsorship of National Collegiate Athletic Association for 2024-2025 4. Kit Supplier Deals 2025 National Championship Games Kit Supplier Breakdown 5. Prize Money Men's March Madness 2025 Prize Money Breakdown Women's March Madness 2025 Prize Money Breakdown 6. Ticketing & Attendance 2025 National Championship Games Ticketing Breakdown Men's March Madness 2025 Attendance Breakdown Women's March Madness 2025 Attendance Breakdown 7. Appendix Sources A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to: CBS ESPN ABC Coca-Cola AT&T and Capital One Pizza Hut Buffalo Wild Wings and Wendy's Nike For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
