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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Victory+ to Deliver Global Broadcast of 2025 Memorial Cup, Capping Breakout Season in Digital Live Sports Distribution
Scheduled from May 22 - June 1, the 2025 Memorial Cup will be streamed live worldwide (excluding Canada), as Victory+ expands its global footprint and redefines access to live hockey content. DALLAS, TEXAS / / May 22, 2025 / The premium, free, sports streaming service, Victory+, owned by A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC), will broadcast the 2025 Memorial Cup from Rimouski, Québec, globally (excluding Canada) on the digital platform. The Memorial Cup pits the playoff champion from the Western Hockey League (WHL), Ontario Hockey League (OHL), and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), along with the host club, in a four-team round-robin tournament to determine the champion of the CHL. This year's event will feature the Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL), Rimouski Océanic (QMJHL), Moncton Wildcats (QMJHL), and the London Knights (OHL), and it will mark a key moment in expanding the visibility of junior hockey through a modern, scalable distribution model. Streaming the 2025 Memorial Cup continues the Victory+ commitment to opening up new international pathways for live sports content. By bringing the CHL to a global stage, the platform is accelerating fan discovery of the league's rising stars while building new audiences for the sport at large. "Making the Memorial Cup available for free to global audiences is at the heart of our mission," said Neil Gruninger, President & CEO of APMC. "Victory+ was built to remove barriers, giving both lifelong fans and those discovering the sport for the first time easy access to live hockey. We believe the future of sports lies in accessibility, and this championship stream is another example of how we're delivering on that promise." The broadcast follows a successful wave of WHL, OHL, and QMJHL playoff games on the platform, which drew strong engagement and underscored the demand for frictionless access to premium junior hockey. With more than 700 WHL games set for the upcoming season, Victory+ is scaling its coverage to meet growing demand while empowering leagues and rights holders with modern monetization tools and platform reach. This event also serves as a capstone to a record-setting spring for the service. From the highly successful Texas Wins on Victory Day initiative to the record-breaking digital viewership during Round One of the NHL Playoffs featuring the Dallas Stars, Victory+ continues to establish itself as a leader in the future of live sports streaming. For game schedules, exclusive content, and more information visit For more information on the Memorial Cup, including on this year's tournament, please visit ABOUT APMC and Victory+ A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC) is a media and technology company focused on providing innovative solutions to consumers and brands. APMC is a leader in Safe Streaming™ delivering an end-to-end solution to brands and platforms with an emphasis on unlocking incremental revenue. Utilizing proprietary streaming and monetization technologies, APMC reaches millions of homes globally through its products including Dude Perfect Streaming Service, Glitch+™, Victory+™ and Safe Exchange™. Victory+ a groundbreaking FREE end-to-end, direct to consumer, sports streaming service made for fans, by fans. Featuring free regional broadcasts of various sports teams including the Dallas Stars and Anaheim Ducks, Victory+ is also the home to a library of on-demand, premium sports-based, outdoors, and extreme sports content. Visit and to learn more. LinkedIn: X: Media Contact: Contact | media@ Contact Information Madeleine Moench madeleine@ Jeremy Mason Chief Brand Officermedia@ SOURCE: A Parent Media Co. Inc. View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Victory+ Sees Record Viewership on Texas Wins on Victory Day with Packed Weekend of Live Sports
1M+ downloads, 81 prize winners, and a record-breaking Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars audience cap off a historic weekend DALLAS, TEXAS / / April 1, 2025 / Victory+, owned by A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC), announced record-breaking performance across the platform, led by the first-ever Texas Wins on Victory Day and a packed weekend of live sports action. With more than 30 live games streamed across the weekend, Victory+ continues its rapid ascent as a premier destination for local sports fans. The Texas Rangers' home opener against the Boston Red Sox set a new Victory+ record for single-game viewership, only for that record to be broken just hours later by the Dallas Stars' matchup against the Calgary Flames, which drew an all-time high of 250,000+ streaming viewers. Together, these marquee matchups helped make Texas Wins on Victory Day a major success, cementing Dallas' place as one of the most passionate and engaged sports cities in the country. Fans were treated to live onsite activations at Globe Life Field, a special intermission performance from Texas-based trick-shot legends Dude Perfect, and a giveaway campaign that awarded $2,000 for every minute of the Dallas Stars game. Victory+ had committed $1,000 for every minute, but after cracking 200,000 streaming viewers, the prize total was doubled. In total, 81 fans won over $120,000 in prizes during Texas Wins on Victory Day. The weekend also marked the kickoff of the Women's National Football Conference (WNFC) season and the start of the Western Hockey League (WHL) playoffs, both streaming globally without viewing restrictions on Victory+. These two milestones added even more excitement to an already stacked sports calendar. Victory+ recently crossed 1 million downloads since launching in September 2024, further demonstrating fans' adoption of the platform. Through its Victory Vault, the service allows fans to earn entries toward real prizes simply by watching their favorite teams. "We launched Victory+ to help reduce barriers in sports viewing, ultimately giving back to fans who care deeply about their favorite teams," said Neil Gruninger, President and CEO of APMC. "From the record-breaking Dallas Stars audience to the incredible support we saw across all games this weekend, it's clear fans are embracing what Victory+ is all about…connection, access, and celebration." As Victory+ continues shaping the future of regional sports streaming, Texas Wins on Victory Day and a weekend of wall-to-wall action prove there's no better place for fans to rally behind their teams. For more information on Victory+ and the Victory Vault, visit ABOUT APMC and Victory+ A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC) is a media and technology company focused on providing innovative solutions to consumers and brands. APMC is a leader in Safe Streaming™ delivering an end-to-end solution to brands and platforms with an emphasis on unlocking incremental revenue. Utilizing proprietary streaming and monetization technologies, APMC reaches millions of homes globally through its products including Dude Perfect Streaming Service, Glitch+™, Victory+™ and Safe Exchange™. Victory+ a groundbreaking FREE end-to-end, direct to consumer, sports streaming service made for fans, by fans. Featuring free regional broadcasts of various sports teams including the Dallas Stars and Anaheim Ducks, Victory+ is also the home to a library of on-demand, premium sports-based, outdoors, and extreme sports content. Visit and to learn more. LinkedIn: Contact Information Madeleine Moenchmadeleine@ Jeremy MasonChief Brand Officermedia@ SOURCE: A Parent Media Co. Inc. View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Miami Herald
25-03-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Victory+ Announces First-Ever 'Texas Wins on Victory' Day, Celebrating Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars on March 27
Victory+™ Fans Can Win Prizes while Cheering for Their Teams DALLAS, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2025 / Victory+, owned by A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC), is thrilled to announce the first-ever "Texas Wins on Victory" Day on March 27, 2025, a day dedicated to celebrating Texas sports fans and their teams. This special event coincides with the Texas Rangers' home opener and a key matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Calgary Flames. As part of the celebration, Victory+ will give away exclusive prizes to viewers and engage with fans through exciting in-market activations. On-site at Globe Life Field, fans attending the Rangers' home opener can stop by Victory+ stations outside and inside the ballpark to amplify the excitement of the season's start. "We're proud to celebrate our Texas teams and their dedicated fans through our first 'Texas Wins on Victory' day," said Neil Gruninger, President & CEO of APMC. "From the moment we partnered with the Texas Rangers, our first MLB team on Victory+, we knew we wanted to create unique experiences that give back to the fans. This initiative is about rallying our community, supporting our teams, and making every game more engaging for fans across Texas." Victory+ encourages all Texas fans, whether in the stands, at home, or on the go, to support their teams and take part in the festivities. Viewers tuning in to the Dallas Stars vs. Calgary Flames on Victory+ will have the chance to win $1,000 every minute of the game. Fans simply stream the game to be automatically entered. Additionally, Texas' favorite trick shot specialists Dude Perfect will do trick shots during intermission of the Stars game, giving fans a chance to win more prizes. This follows the Victory+ and Texas Rangers recent deal, announced in January, further cementing its commitment to delivering premium sports content to fans. For more information on 'Texas Wins on Victory' day and how to participate, visit and follow on social media at @Victoryplustv ABOUT APMC and Victory+ A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC) is a media and technology company focused on providing innovative solutions to consumers and brands. APMC is a leader in Safe Streaming™ delivering an end-to-end solution to brands and platforms with an emphasis on unlocking incremental revenue. Utilizing proprietary streaming and monetization technologies, APMC reaches millions of homes globally through its products including Dude Perfect Streaming Service, Glitch+™, Victory+™ and Safe Exchange™. Victory+ a groundbreaking FREE end-to-end, direct to consumer, sports streaming service made for fans, by fans. Featuring free regional broadcasts of various sports teams including the Dallas Stars and Anaheim Ducks, Victory+ is also the home to a library of on-demand, premium sports-based, outdoors, and extreme sports content. Visit and to learn more. LinkedIn: Contact Information Madeleine Moench madeleine@ Jeremy Mason Chief Brand Officermedia@
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Victory+ Announces First-Ever "Texas Wins on Victory" Day, Celebrating Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars on March 27
Victory+™ Fans Can Win Prizes while Cheering for Their Teams DALLAS, TEXAS / / March 25, 2025 / Victory+, owned by A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC), is thrilled to announce the first-ever "Texas Wins on Victory" Day on March 27, 2025, a day dedicated to celebrating Texas sports fans and their teams. This special event coincides with the Texas Rangers' home opener and a key matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Calgary Flames. As part of the celebration, Victory+ will give away exclusive prizes to viewers and engage with fans through exciting in-market activations. On-site at Globe Life Field, fans attending the Rangers' home opener can stop by Victory+ stations outside and inside the ballpark to amplify the excitement of the season's start. "We're proud to celebrate our Texas teams and their dedicated fans through our first 'Texas Wins on Victory' day," said Neil Gruninger, President & CEO of APMC. "From the moment we partnered with the Texas Rangers, our first MLB team on Victory+, we knew we wanted to create unique experiences that give back to the fans. This initiative is about rallying our community, supporting our teams, and making every game more engaging for fans across Texas." Victory+ encourages all Texas fans, whether in the stands, at home, or on the go, to support their teams and take part in the festivities. Viewers tuning in to the Dallas Stars vs. Calgary Flames on Victory+ will have the chance to win $1,000 every minute of the game. Fans simply stream the game to be automatically entered. Additionally, Texas' favorite trick shot specialists Dude Perfect will do trick shots during intermission of the Stars game, giving fans a chance to win more prizes. This follows the Victory+ and Texas Rangers recent deal, announced in January, further cementing its commitment to delivering premium sports content to fans. For more information on 'Texas Wins on Victory' day and how to participate, visit and follow on social media at @Victoryplustv ABOUT APMC and Victory+ A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC) is a media and technology company focused on providing innovative solutions to consumers and brands. APMC is a leader in Safe Streaming™ delivering an end-to-end solution to brands and platforms with an emphasis on unlocking incremental revenue. Utilizing proprietary streaming and monetization technologies, APMC reaches millions of homes globally through its products including Dude Perfect Streaming Service, Glitch+™, Victory+™ and Safe Exchange™. Victory+ a groundbreaking FREE end-to-end, direct to consumer, sports streaming service made for fans, by fans. Featuring free regional broadcasts of various sports teams including the Dallas Stars and Anaheim Ducks, Victory+ is also the home to a library of on-demand, premium sports-based, outdoors, and extreme sports content. Visit and to learn more. LinkedIn: Contact Information Madeleine Moench madeleine@ Jeremy Mason Chief Brand Officermedia@ SOURCE: A Parent Media Co. Inc. View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Miami Herald
18-03-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Victory+, KDFW FOX 4, and KDFI More 27 Team Up to Deliver Dallas Stars NHL Action to Local Fans
Four Key Matchups to Air on Local Television as the Stars Make Their Push to the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs DALLAS, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2025 / As the Dallas Stars make their final push toward the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, Victory+™ and the Dallas Stars announce a broadcast partnership with KDFW FOX 4 and KDFI More 27. This collaboration will bring four exciting Stars matchups to local television, allowing even more people to follow the team's journey and become fans of one of the top teams in the league. The broadcast schedule includes: Thursday, March 20 - Dallas Stars vs. Tampa Bay Lightning on KDFI More 27Monday, March 24 - Dallas Stars vs. Minnesota Wild on KDFW FOX 4Thursday, April 3 - Dallas Stars vs. Nashville Predators on KDFI More 27Thursday, April 10 - Dallas Stars vs. Winnipeg Jets on KDFW FOX 4 Each game will feature an in-depth pre-game show starting at 6:30 PM CT and a 30-minute post-game recap, delivering enhanced coverage for fans. This announcement comes after Victory+ had record-breaking Stars viewership with over 165,000 digital viewers tuning in to Mikko Rantanen's Stars debut on March 8. "This partnership comes at a pivotal moment in the season as the Stars gear up for the playoffs," said Neil Gruninger, President & CEO APMC (the parent company of Victory+). "We're committed to supporting the fans in each of our team's communities and this is a great opportunity for Victory+ to expand access and welcome new fans as they rally behind the Stars." "We are thrilled to partner with Victory+ and the Dallas Stars to bring these critical late-season games to our local audience," Jeff Gurley, SVP and General Manager of KDFW FOX 4 and KDFI MORE27 said. "Dallas has an incredibly passionate hockey community, and ensuring that fans have even more ways to watch their team is something we're proud to be a part of." "Our first season on Victory+ has been a huge success and we are only getting started," Dallas Stars President and CEO Brad Alberts said. "The opportunity to add over-the-air games with FOX 4 and KDFI gives our fans more options to watch our team during the stretch run of the season." The partnership between Victory+, the Dallas Stars, FOX 4 and KDFI reflects a continued commitment to making premium sports content widely accessible to fans. ABOUT APMC and Victory+ A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC) is a media and technology company focused on providing innovative solutions to consumers and brands. APMC is a leader in Safe Streaming™ delivering an end-to-end solution to brands and platforms with an emphasis on unlocking incremental revenue. Utilizing proprietary streaming and monetization technologies, APMC reaches millions of homes globally through its products including Dude Perfect Streaming Service, Glitch+™, Victory+™ and Safe Exchange™. Victory+ a groundbreaking FREE end-to-end, direct to consumer, sports streaming service made for fans, by fans. Featuring free regional broadcasts of various sports teams including the Dallas Stars and Anaheim Ducks, Victory+ is also the home to a library of on-demand, premium sports-based, outdoors, and extreme sports content. Visit and to learn more. LinkedIn: X:
