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October 7, 2026
Miami Heat announce 'A Night in Vice City' theme ahead of GTA VI release
The Miami Heat have announced a "A Night in Vice City" theme night at the Kaseya Center on November 18, 2026, partnering with Rockstar Games ahead of the release of Grand Theft Auto VI. During their matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks, the team will feature a special Vice-themed court, new alternate uniforms, and custom game-night activations designed to transform the arena. The promotional crossover was kicked off with new rooftop signage at the stadium, with additional details planned to be revealed prior to the game.
ESPN
How McLaren Uses The IndyCar Offseason To Get Down To Business
McLaren Racing has secured key business agreements during its IndyCar offseason, including a multi-year engine manufacturer extension with Chevrolet to support technical development ahead of the new Dallara IR-28 chassis launch in 2028. Additionally, financial firm Edward Jones has joined as the Official Private Wealth Management Partner across both Formula One and IndyCar operations starting in the 2026 and 2027 seasons, respectively. This partnership features driver visor branding in F1 alongside primary sponsorship for Scott Dixon's entry at the 111th Running of the Indianapolis 500.
Forbes
Century Golf Partners Expands Relationship with Spanish Hills Club
SHC Golf Partners, LLC, a joint venture between Century Golf Partners and Root’n USA, has acquired the lease for Spanish Hills Club in Camarillo, California. Succeeding Camaraderie Clubs, Century Golf Partners will directly manage operations while keeping the existing on-site team in place. This acquisition marks the partnership's second private club in Camarillo, adding to its ownership of Las Posas Country Club.
Business Wire
Thursday Night Football Posts Fourth Straight Viewership Record on Prime Video
Thursday Night Football on Prime Video is off to its strongest start ever, averaging 17.44 million viewers through its first three games of the season. The Week 4 matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns drew 16.59 million viewers, peaking at 18.50 million and setting a record for the most-watched Week 4 game in the package's history. Driven by strong growth among adults under 55, the streaming service has posted four consecutive viewership growth milestones compared to previous benchmark broadcasts.
Barrett Media
A’s sell out Athletic Club memberships at new Vegas ballpark
The Oakland Athletics have sold out memberships for The Athletic Club, the most exclusive premium hospitality area at their planned Las Vegas stadium, 17 months ahead of its scheduled 2028 opening. Located directly behind home plate, the speakeasy-inspired venue was developed in partnership with restaurateur Will Guidara and Aramark Sports + Entertainment to deliver a personalized, high-end experience. Highlighting strong local interest in the relocation, 76% of the buyers are from the Southern Nevada area and nearly 70% are individual fans rather than corporate entities.
The Stadium Business
Trail Blazers fire new announcer over past inappropriate posts
The Portland Trail Blazers hired and subsequently fired play-by-play announcer Braiden Bell on the same day after insensitive and misogynistic social media posts from his teenage years surfaced. In a public statement, the franchise cited zero tolerance for harmful behavior, noting that the comments violated team and league values while offering an apology to fans for failing to meet their hiring standards. Bell, who was set to replace longtime broadcaster Kevin Calabro, issued an apology acknowledging the past tweets while expressing regret for the harm caused.
ESPN
US Equestrian Federation Names Sonja Keating Chief Executive Officer
The United States Equestrian Federation has appointed Sonja Keating as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2027. Selected after a national search led by executive search firm Korn Ferry and informed by member feedback, Keating will succeed long-time CEO Bill Moroney following his retirement at the end of 2026. Having served with the federation since 2006 as General Counsel and currently as Chief Operating Officer, she will work alongside Moroney over the next 90 days to ensure a smooth leadership transition.
USEF
Swish Analytics. Analytics Engineer.
The Suspensions team is responsible for the framework, monitoring, and analysis behind how markets are suspended and resumed — from the moment a market opens pregame through live gameplay to close. A few examples of what the team owns: real-time event processing that triggers suspensions off live game state, monitoring and alerting on suspension/resumption latency and failures, tooling that reconstructs and audits what happened during a specific suspension event, and rate/downtime metrics that describe how well suspension coverage is performing across sports and markets. The team works directly in Python and Rust across this stack, and partners closely with data science, trading, and engineering teams whose systems intersect with suspension logic. Apply Now.
Legends Global. Ice Operations Manager.
You are responsible for leading the installation, resurfacing, and ongoing maintenance of the ice sheet, including operating specialized equipment like Zambonis and reverse osmosis systems. You will supervise, train, and direct conversion and maintenance staff while overseeing inventory, ordering supplies, and managing blade sharpening schedules. Additionally, the role involves supporting general facility operations, monitoring environmental automation systems, and handling arena conversions for non-ice events. Apply Now.
PGA of America Corporate. Senior Accountant.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities for assigned PGA Section offices while overseeing account reconciliations, journal entries, and fixed asset tracking. You will act as a primary financial advisor to Section Executive Directors by reviewing financial statements, explaining budget variances, and supporting annual operating budget preparations. Additionally, the role involves coordinating with accounts payable and receivable, training Section staff on financial tools, and leading special projects or onboarding initiatives to drive operational efficiency. Apply Now.
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Arkansas, Texas Tech boosters exchange jabs over funding: 'He's got oil, I've got chickens'
During an appearance at the Little Rock Touchdown Club, Arkansas booster and Tyson Foods chairman John Tyson quipped about competing with Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell's oil-funded NIL efforts, saying, "He's got oil, and I've got chickens." Campbell, whose company Double Eagle Energy Holdings has helped build Texas Tech into a Big 12 powerhouse with over $30 million in roster spending, responded by noting that Tyson has plenty of resources and attributing his program's success primarily to coaching. The lighthearted back-and-forth highlights the growing impact of wealthy super boosters and Name, Image, and Likeness funding on college football roster budgets and competitive success.
CBS Sports
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