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22-05-2025
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Myles Garrett Rallies for Texas Ranchers at MLP Austin 2025 Pickleball Showdown
AUSTIN, Texas, May 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Texas Ranchers, a premier Major League Pickleball (MLP) team, are set to host the highly anticipated MLP tour stop in America's pickleball capital, Austin, from May 23–26. Myles Garrett, NFL Cleveland Browns defense and team co-owner, is eager to see his MLP team take center stage at the Austin Pickle Ranch Memorial Day Weekend. Watch Myles Garrett Video Here The MLP Austin four-day event is expected to draw over 6,000 fans and features elite-level competition, food trucks, live music, beach volleyball, and a family-friendly immersive village for patrons to relax between matches. "Our general manager, Ryan Dawidjan, assembled a championship-caliber 2025 team. That, alongside our owners like Myles Garrett's passion for pickleball and winning is exactly what connects the Texas Ranchers organization and ownership group to our fans around the country. We hope first-time spectators at MLP Austin this weekend will be pleasantly surprised and excited to see where professional pickleball has come in just a few years," said Evan Floersch, Principal Owner of the Texas Ranchers. "It's going to be a Texas-sized party." Other MLP teams competing alongside the Texas Ranchers include Mark Cuban's Dallas Flash, Patrick Mahomes' Miami Pickleball Club, Gary Vaynerchuk's New Jersey 5s, the Orlando Squeeze (DeVos Family), among others. The Texas Ranchers' 2025 all star team includes players Christian Alshon, Eric Oncins, Michael Loyd, Etta Tuionetoa, Tina Pisnik and Helena Jansen. Garrett is part of the Texas Rancher's ownership group that includes other NFL alumni Micah Parsons, C.J. Stroud, Scottie Scheffler, and Taylor Fritz, united in their mission to elevate pickleball into a premier national sport and help turn the Texas Ranchers into America's Pickleball Team as the sport globalizes. Tickets range from $25 Grounds Passes to $250 VIP experiences and can be purchased at #GameOn #MLPAustin2025 #TexasRanchers #MylesGarrett #RideTall View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Donna Loughlin Michaels | LMGPR | donna@ | (408) 393-5575
Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Wire
Myles Garrett Rallies for Texas Ranchers at MLP Austin 2025 Pickleball Showdown
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Texas Ranchers, a premier Major League Pickleball (MLP) team, are set to host the highly anticipated MLP tour stop in America's pickleball capital, Austin, from May 23–26. Myles Garrett, NFL Cleveland Browns defense and team co-owner, is eager to see his MLP team take center stage at the Austin Pickle Ranch Memorial Day Weekend. Watch Myles Garrett Video Here The Texas Ranchers, a premier Major League Pickleball (MLP) team, are set to host the highly anticipated MLP tour stop in America's pickleball capital, Austin, from May 23–26. The MLP Austin four-day event is expected to draw over 6,000 fans and features elite-level competition, food trucks, live music, beach volleyball, and a family-friendly immersive village for patrons to relax between matches. 'Our general manager, Ryan Dawidjan, assembled a championship-caliber 2025 team. That, alongside our owners like Myles Garrett's passion for pickleball and winning is exactly what connects the Texas Ranchers organization and ownership group to our fans around the country. We hope first-time spectators at MLP Austin this weekend will be pleasantly surprised and excited to see where professional pickleball has come in just a few years,' said Evan Floersch, Principal Owner of the Texas Ranchers. 'It's going to be a Texas-sized party.' Other MLP teams competing alongside the Texas Ranchers include Mark Cuban's Dallas Flash, Patrick Mahomes' Miami Pickleball Club, Gary Vaynerchuk's New Jersey 5s, the Orlando Squeeze (DeVos Family), among others. The Texas Ranchers' 2025 all star team includes players Christian Alshon, Eric Oncins, Michael Loyd, Etta Tuionetoa, Tina Pisnik and Helena Jansen. Garrett is part of the Texas Rancher's ownership group that includes other NFL alumni Micah Parsons, C.J. Stroud, Scottie Scheffler, and Taylor Fritz, united in their mission to elevate pickleball into a premier national sport and help turn the Texas Ranchers into America's Pickleball Team as the sport globalizes. Tickets range from $25 Grounds Passes to $250 VIP experiences and can be purchased at m
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Post Malone Brings His Big Ass Stadium Tour Home To Texas: 11 Best Moments From the Dallas Stop
Following a star-studded 60th annual Academy of Country Music awards in Frisco, Texas on Thursday, May 8 – at which Jelly Roll was up for three trophies while Post Malone was competing in four categories – the pair got back to business on their Big Ass Stadium tour with a stop in Arlington, Texas's AT&T Stadium, just outside of Dallas. But, most importantly, the stop was just a 20-minute drive south from Post's hometown of Grapevine (where, as a young kid, he and his family moved to from Syracuse). More from Billboard Kelly Clarkson Tells Fans She's 'Bummed' Her Talk Show Stops Her From Touring During NJ Concert Miley Cyrus Addresses Family Feud Rumors: 'Family Is My Priority Above All Else' Harry Styles Makes Appearance at Pope Leo XIV's Unveiling at Vatican And while Posty's love for his hometown runs deep, his love for the Dallas Cowboys runs deeper. Post even welcomed his dad onstage, telling the crowd how he worked at the Cowboys' current and former stadium for a total of 14 years. To which Post's dad said: 'Let's go Cowboys!' Following a rousing opening set from Sierra Ferrell, it was Jelly Roll's turn to warm up the sold-out stadium. 'Y'all, get ready for your hometown hero,' Jelly repeated throughout his own set, hyping up his pal Posty throughout his hour-long performance. By the time Post took the stage, emotions were already running high. He took a moment to tell the crowd he'll be 30 this July, and that the milestone birthday has had him feeling reflective of late. 'I'm the most grateful mother f—er on the face of this planet,' he said, speaking of his decade-long career. 'You have given me the strength to keep going.' He later said that though this was only the fourth show on his Big Ass Stadium Tour, 'so far this has been the most beautiful experience of my life, ladies and gentlemen.' And for many in the crowd, the same was surely true for them. During 'Goodbyes,' one fan even offered Posty a bouquet of flowers, which he happily reached for and cradled as he walked down the stage. 'I'm having the f—ing time of my life,' he said, with a Texas-sized grin. 'Seriously.' Below are the best moments from his hometown show. Americana star Sierra Ferrell made the most of her short opening set by playing her stellar cover of Kris Kristofferson's 'Me & Bobby McGee' — but that wasn't her only cover. She brought out Joe Jonas, who was in a fully embellished black suit reminiscent of a Nudie or Manuel design complete with cowboy hat, for a gorgeous, sweet cover of Shania Twain's 'You're Still the One' that had the crowd singing along (Ferrell is also featured on Jonas's new album, Music For People Who Believe in Love, out May 25). Ferrell concluded her set with a fiery, fiddle-laden version of 'Fox Hunt,' one of the exhilarating tracks from her acclaimed Trail of Flowers album. Right at 7:30 p.m., Jelly came on stage — and he came on hot. From the opening notes of 'Heart of Stone' he was up to speed and it wasn't just him. Every member of his 11-piece band was as energetic as Jelly Roll, from Porkchop the drummer to his three backup singers who sounded like a 100-person choir. Through his hour set, the pace never flagged and Jelly's band was in constant motion as he gave each one a star turn. This was the fourth time he has played AT&T Stadium, but he still thanked anyone who wasn't familiar with him for 'giving my fat, white-trash ass a chance.' When he wasn't thanking the audience in a gracious display of humility, he was serving as the best possible hype-man for Post Malone, calling him the biggest act in the world. Even before she appeared, Jelly Roll telegraphed his wife Bunnie Xo's appearance. Playing on a set that resembled an abandoned auto parts store, the sign over the entrance changed to Bunnie's Xo in fluorescent pink, as he launched into 'Wild Ones' (sadly, with no appearance from Jessie Murph). 'My wife was born in Texas, and she was not going to miss AT&T Stadium,' declared Jelly before bringing out Bunnie for a sweet kiss as the audience roared its approval. 'The best decision I ever made in my life was marrying my best friend.' No debate there. As anyone who has listened to his music knows, Jelly Roll is on a mission to save souls one musical note at a time. That was evident throughout his set, but especially on the songs that explore the seemingly insurmountable chasm between Heaven and Hell, such as 'Son of a Sinner (his first No. 1 on Billboard's Country Airplay chart) and set closer 'Save Me,' where he conjured up the song's aching pain as if the wound were still raw. More than anything, for his entire set it was clear that he wanted every member of the 70,000 or so audience to feel seen and, even if was only for that hour, to feel less alone. As he sings in one of his most recent hits, 'I'm not okay/but it's all gonna be alright.' Despite tackling such tough subjects as addiction, depression and feeling unworthy in his music, on stage Jelly is pure, unadulterated joy. While Jelly Roll's backing vocalists wore Cowboys apparel (though only one, Peach, is from Texas), Post's band fittingly went all out with every single member wearing a Cowboys jersey. Post himself decided to represent for number 17, Brandon Aubrey, who joined the team in 2023. But a jersey alone wasn't enough; Post was also rocking Dallas Cowboys in-ears. For nearly five minutes, Post allowed himself to fully feel, or at least try to, the magnitude of the moment. After performing 'Wow.' it seemed he himself was stunned by his current reality. 'Hold on, can we cut the music real quick?' asked Post after thanking the crowd. 'I didn't have enough time to say what I wanted to say, ladies and gentleman.' But after asking the sold-out stadium how they were feeling, he appeared at a loss for words, even becoming a bit teary-eyed as his fans chanted 'Posty.' After a few minutes of taking it in, he said how good it felt 'to be back home' before once again thanking 'each and every one of y'all for coming out tonight… holy f–k, we're playing AT&T Stadium!' Of course, Jelly Roll returned to the stage after his own set to accompany Post on their F-1 Trillion collaboration 'Losers.' The two friends couldn't help but giggle together on stage, with Post later revealing that Jelly made fun of his jersey when he first came out: 'Jelly came out and pointed at my jersey and said, 'This one i for the losers.' But by the end of the song, something shifted for Jelly, as he declared: ''You know what? F— it, I'm a Cowboys fan!' 'I know for a fact I'm going to f–k this up, because I've never sang this song live,' teased Post, as the crowd immediately perked up in anticipation. 'There's a beautiful mustached man by the name of Morgan Wallen…' Posty continued, as the crowd went wild, wondering if Wallen might be making an appearance. 'We made this song together a long time ago,' Post said of the pair's recently-released second collaboration, 'I Ain't Comin' Back.' Post handled both parts like a pro, and after nailing reminded fans, 'I've never sang that song in my f—ing life.' 'AT&T Stadium, can I play some f—ing guitar for y'all tonight?' asked Post. The answer was a clear (and loud), 'yes.' While standing along at the end of the stage's runway with just an acoustic guitar (plus a cigarette and an ever-present solo cup), Post performed one his most beautifully-written tracks to date, 'Feeling Whitney.' Despite a brief tuning delay, the intimate moment was worth the wait and Post took his time with the song and ended with a sing-along on the chorus of 'oohs.' He then welcomed 'one of the best vocalists' back to the stage, opener Sierra Ferrell, to perform their F-1 duet, 'Never Love You Again.' Once Post started teasing his debut hit 'White Iverson,' the stadium's intensity increased. 'Some would argue this is my only good song,' he said – highlighting the unspoken irony that his country set – and a near decade of hits beyond his first – is what bumped him into sold-out stadium territory. 'I grew up not too far from here and I remember I moved to L.A. and I told myself that one of these mother f—ing days I'm gonna be a singer and I'm gonna play AT&T Stadium, ladies and gentleman… and it's thanks to all you that it's happening right now,' said Post, feeling once again emotional and reflective on the series of moments that brought him to tonight. While standing above the crowd in an air-lifted stage – the closing gimmick of the tour – he then turned the attention to everyone in attendance. Telling them that they gave him the 'hope and courage' to chase his dreams, and making clear all he wants is to now give that same gift back. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Automotive
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How many Buc-ee's are in Florida? How many more are opening, and where are they?
The Buc-ee's empire continues to spread beyond its home state of Texas. The cult-favorite chain has more massive gas stations/convenience stores coming to new places like Mississippi, Georgia, and Virginia. Last, they opened one in Johnstown, Colorado, the first location west of the Lone Star State. Buc-ee's is a wildly popular chain of gargantuan gas stations, each one with typically 100-120 gas pumps, the cleanest bathrooms in America, and a store the size of a small grocery store with a wide variety of well-received store-brand products such as jerky, roasted nuts, fudge, brisket, the signature Buc-ee's Beaver Nuggets and much more, along with the usual gas station items. Most gas stations don't sell entire BBQ grills and housewares, though, or feature a big, cheerful, buck-toothed mascot that grins at you from everywhere. The chain is also known for its excellent per-hour starting pay and benefits. Buc-ee's moved into Florida long ago and it's still going, with new stores on the way. There are currently two Buc-ee's in Florida: St. Augustine, 200 World Commerce Parkway: Opened in February 2021 with 52,600 square feet and 104 fueling stations Daytona Beach, 2330 Gateway North Drive: Opened in March 2021 with 53,000 square feet and 104 fueling stations. This one added a massive, 235-foot long car wash last year. Bucc-ee's officials have big plans to expand their footprint in the Sunshine State. , Marion County: In February, Gov Ron DeSantis was on hand to break ground for a new I-75 store that is scheduled to get a Buc-ee's with 74,000 square feet and 120 fueling stations. An opening date has not been set since it relies on completion of the interchange first. , St. Lucie County: A planned location at I-95 northwest of Fort Pierce and southwest of Vero Beach would be 76,245 square feet with 120 gas pumps and 18 EV charging stations. The state signed off in April, and if the county approved the final site plan, it could open in 2026. , Leon County: Buc-ee's submitted a permit application in February with plans for a proposed 75,000 square foot store, with 120 gas pumps and 24 EV charging stations. If it goes through, this would be one of the largest Buc-ee's in the country. , Charlotte County: There are plans for a Buc-ee's in a trio of villages near a new Harborview development in Southwest Florida. Depending on the zoning, it's planned to be around 74.000 square feet, according to Stan Beard, Buc-ee's national director of real estate and development. A rumored one in Lee County didn't work out. None of the Buc-ee's around the country will ever surpass the largest one, a Buc-ee's in Luling, Texas that spreads more than 75,000 square feet. Last year, it replaced the original location built in 2003. And Buc-ee's wants to keep the Texas-sized stores inside Texas. "Regarding square footage, the largest store outside of Texas will not exceed 74,000 square feet," a company spokesperson said in an email in 2024 after rumors arose about the new Ocala store potentially breaking the record. It's a convenience store and a gas station and a tourist attraction. If you're on the road and need pretty much anything, up to and including a smoker grill, Buc-ee's has you covered. Buc-ee's began in Texas in 1982 and stayed in the Lone Star State for years, but the chain has been making inroads into the Sunshine State and elsewhere. Locations are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and serve as one-stop shops for travelers and locals. They're known for cheap(er) gas at each location's insane number of gas pumps; stores bigger than your average Publix; a wide variety of hot food, bakery items and fudge prepared on site; a wider variety of store-brand snacks, grocery staples, short sauce and jerky; and a large section of home decor, kitchen utensils, clothing, barbecue grills, Florida souvenirs, and more. They're also justifiably famous for their clean bathrooms, which are also enormous. Buc-ee's was rated by as having the cleanest restrooms of any convenience store chain in the nation. And for their starting pay, which is often plainly listed on big display boards outside when they're hiring. In May 2024, USA TODAY's 10Best chose Buc-ee's as the 10th best for both Best Gas Station Brand and Best Gas Station for Food. This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Buc-ee's spreading across US. How many more are coming to Florida?
Business Wire
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Wire
Texas Ranchers to Host MLP Showdown at Austin Pickle Ranch Memorial Day Weekend
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Texas Ranchers, the premier Major League Pickleball ('MLP') team, announced today that it will host the highly anticipated MLP tour stop in America's pickleball capital, Austin, on May 23-26. The four-day event is on pace to sell more than 10,000 tickets for fans to cheer on their favorite team at the Austin Pickle Ranch. Austin is the third stop in the 2025 MLP season, which features ten regular season events around the country, including an innovative Mid-Season Tournament. The home team, Texas Ranchers, will be competing for a position in the coveted MLP Playoffs, scheduled to take place in August. 'Pickleball is now core to Austin's culture. Alongside Austin's leaders, we have worked hard to make Austin the Capital of Pickleball and are excited to host a Texas-sized party over Memorial Day Weekend, featuring the best players in the world at MLP Austin for the first time,' said Evan Floersch, Principal Owner of the Texas Ranchers. Fans can expect a packed schedule of pivotal matchups as Premier level teams battle it out for points in a 16-team field—and a shot at the toughest championship title in all of professional pickleball, MLP's Pritchard Cup. Premier teams competing alongside the Texas Ranchers include Mark Cuban's Dallas Flash, Patrick Mahomes' Miami Pickleball Club, Gary Vaynerchuk's New Jersey 5s, the Orlando Squeeze (DeVos Family), among others. Admission to the MLP Austin ranges from a single-day Grounds pass starting at $25.00 and four-day pass discounted at $80.00, single-day Courtside passes starting at $40.00 and a four-day bundle priced at $130.00. There are also VIP-level tickets priced between $250.00 to $750.00. Additionally, fans can enjoy a family-friendly immersive sports village featuring great food and vendors, a bark park for dogs, an AVP beach volleyball tournament happening on-site Saturday-Sunday, private suites to play pickleball and live concerts in the evening. 'We want to do our part in making Austin one of the strongest sports and entertainment markets in the country, building on the incredible work done by Texas Athletics, Austin FC, COTA, and both the Austin Gamblers and Austin Rodeo organizations. When Texans look at their Memorial Day Weekend plans every year, we hope they choose to spend it watching their home team fight for a Championship and enjoy the best local food, drinks, and live entertainment Austin has to offer. Our goal in Year One is to wow everyone,' continued Floersch. For more information the MLP Austin and Texas Ranchers 2025 line up go to MLPAustin2025 Watch the Texas Ranchers in Action For more information on the Texas Rancher's and the new apparel collection go to Texas Ranchers Pickleball Team – Latest News & Updates ABOUT TEXAS RANCHERS The Texas Ranchers are a premier Major League Pickleball team based in Austin, Texas–the Capital of Pickleball. The franchise is owned by an influential list of more than 40 individuals including professional athletes like Scottie Scheffler, Myles Garrett, Tim Tebow, Taylor Fritz, Micah Parsons, CJ Stroud, and Bijan Robinson, global artists like Lil Wayne, The Kid LAROI, and Zach Bryan, pop culture figures like Bobby Bones, business moguls and billionaires like Dennis Wong, Kendra Scott, and Todd Graves, entrepreneurs and investors. Helmed by 28-year-old serial entrepreneur, Evan Floersch, alongside Ted Moskovitz, Pierre Scholz, Alex Maxson, Ryan Dawidjan and Virginia Reyna, the Ranchers have quickly become the highest-grossing, most valuable franchise in the fastest-growing sport. They are committed to more than winning. They aim to redefine what sports ownership looks like and how sports franchises can leave a lasting, positive impact on the world and the countless communities pickleball touches. For more information, please visit #RideTall
