Sports

News and Trends

AI-Powered Fitness Revolution: How Smartan is Transforming Sports Training

Two young Indian entrepreneurs are disrupting the $244 billion global fitness industry with breakthrough AI technology that could prevent millions of sports injuries.

Buying / Investing in Business

The 'Topgolf' of Surfing Is a $65 Billion Opportunity

This business model turns cities into surf destinations.

Leadership

How Erin Andrews Turned Rejection Into the Ultimate Motivator: 'Thrive on the Power of No'

Legendary NFL sideline reporter and entrepreneur Erin Andrews breaks down her game plan for success.

Growth Strategies

How the Middle East is Reshaping the Global Sports Scene

From billion-dollar investments within the region, to a global network and expansion of teams and sports owned by Middle Eastern businesses, the region is creating a new perception.

Celebrity Entrepreneurs

'Why Not Me?': Inside the New Wave of Celebrity Soccer Team Ownership

Investor and multiple sports team owner Sam Porter breaks down the game we see playing out in shows like "Welcome to Wrexham" and "Necaxa."

Making a Change

From Venice Beach to the Manila Streets – This Yellow School Bus is Turning Basketball Into a Global Movement

The Hoopbus started as a grassroots passion project in Los Angeles and has grown into a global nonprofit using basketball to drive cultural connection and social impact. For entrepreneurs, it's a powerful case study in how purpose, mobility and community can scale into a movement.

News and Trends

A New Model of Sports Journalism Gains Ground by Covering the Overlooked Audience

While mainstream outlets concentrate coverage on major leagues, niche sports fans often find themselves sidelined. Formula 1, tennis, women's sports, and NASCAR have typically received intermittent attention, with limited year-round storytelling or strategic analysis. Yet, a platform founded by three engineers has flipped this script, steadily gaining scale by catering to this overlooked audience.

Leadership

'We Don't Forget Where We Come From': Real Estate Mogul Don Peebles Reveals His Best Entrepreneurial Lessons With 2-Time NBA All-Star Andre Drummond

The famed real estate developer explains how he got his start, and Drummond shares what he wants his future to look like beyond basketball.

Leadership

'Passion Is a Spark for the Vision': How the CEO of a New Powerboat Racing Series is 'Disrupting and Differentiating' Through Technology, Innovation — and Celebrity Star Power

In just its second season, E1 is already making a name for itself as a global brand with far-reaching popularity.

Starting a Business

How These 2 Stanford Students Turned a College Project Into a WNBA Partnership

Amanda Calabrese and Greta Meyer turned a college project into Sequel, the first spiral tampon, now backed by a WNBA partnership with the Indiana Fever.

Marketing

How Yankees Star Anthony Volpe Turned a Recovery Drink Into a Business Opportunity

Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe turned his personal recovery routine into a business venture by investing in and partnering with organic sports drink brand Recover 180. Volpe is taking a thoughtful approach to brand building as he begins expanding his impact beyond the baseball field.

Starting a Business

'Consumers Deserve Better': How Superstar QB Patrick Mahomes Is Brewing a Better Future for Coffee Drinkers

Backed by lead investor and 3-time Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes, Throne SPORT COFFEE is disrupting the $5B ready-to-drink coffee market.

Growing a Business

How The NBPA and a Top African University Are Investing in Africa's Future — One Startup at a Time

One Court Africa hosted NBA players at UM6P in Marrakech for a four-day program focused on social entrepreneurship and sustainable business, which included mentoring six African startups and awarding $160K in grants through its Innovation Challenge.

Leadership

'Seeing People I Helped Succeed Is My Greatest Thrill': Baseball Star Dexter Fowler and Restaurateur Michael Tanha Outline a Playbook for Success

Retired World Series Champion Dexter Fowler and hospitality entrepreneur Michael Tanha discuss what drives their passion to succeed on the new episode of "The Playbook."

Starting a Business

A 'Higher' Purpose: NBA Legend Carmelo Anthony is Entering a New Industry — and Breaking Barriers for Black Entrepreneurs

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony is launching StayMe7o to bring equity and elevate Black entrepreneurs, partnering with Grand National Founder Jesce Horton to focus on legacy over profit.