Keeping Score
Sports Business Analyst Rick Horrow talks with the playmakers, deal makers and rule makers in the world of sports. Plus, he gives his take on items in the news using his 30 years of experience doing deals for teams, leagues and players in the $750 billion business of sports. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Assessing business risk to NFL from national an...
The league has rejected President Trump’s calls to punish players who kneel for the national anthem to protest racism. The ongoing dispute poses financial risk for teams and for sponsors. We discuss some of those challenges and how they may play out. P...
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Latest NCAA scandal shows why student athletes ...
Former Nike marketing star Sonny Vaccaro discusses the fraud charges filed in late September against college basketball assistant coaches. Vaccaro who signed Michael Jordan among others, explains why paying athletes could minimize these issues. He also...
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The rise of eSports
Vice President of esports at Turner Sports Christina Alejandre discusses the media company’s role in the growing video game competition space. She also explains how more advertisers and professional sports leagues are getting involved. Plus, a look at...
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The NFL and President Trump: The backlash and t...
President Trump called on NFL owners to fire players who don’t stand during the national anthem. Why this has brought the league and its players closer together and raised the value of the teams.
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IndyCar races won before green flag drops
Legendary race car driver Michael Andretti discusses the importance of race preparation and how it contributes to success on the track. He also talks about the Andretti Autosport team and its newest driver Zach Veach. Plus, which American city could...
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The role of discipline in science and sports
The first African American woman to travel to space Mae Jemison discusses her field and the similarities to sports. She spoke recently at an event associated with the LPGA’s Indy Women in Tech Championship. Plus, thoughts on ownership changes in the...
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Why the Rams have faith in QB Jared Goff
Los Angeles Rams Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Football Operations Kevin Demoff explains why the team believes in quarterback Jared Goff who struggled his rookie year. Demoff also discusses the effort to build a new stadium as...
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LPGA’s Morgan Pressel on the business of golf
LPGA star Morgan Pressel discusses the connection between sponsors and the women’s golf tour. She also talks about her career and future plans. Plus, why Kevin Durant may owe teammate Steph Curry and why there are fewer American top tennis players.
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McGregor vs. Mayweather: Biggest fight ever?
Former Chicago Cubs player Pete Lacock talks how it feels to be affiliated with the defending World Series champion Chicago Cubs and why he chose sports over the movie business. Plus, what this weekend’s epic bout between Floyd Mayweather and Conor...
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The best former professional athlete to run a s...
A $1.2 billion bid from Derek Jeter and other investors for the Miami Marlins is reportedly headed to Major League Baseball for approval. Jeter would serve as CEO. We discuss the success of former star players in team management and name our favorite....
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Jay Cutler provides a shot in arm for Dolphins
Why the Miami Dolphins’ signing of quarterback Jay Cutler was a good business decision. Plus, a look at the continued effort of the Jacksonville Jaguars to make an impression on NFL fans in London and the relationship between the LPGA and a major...
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From running the Raiders to running BIG3
Former Oakland Raiders CEO and current BIG3 CEO Amy Trask talks about her experience in the executive ranks of the NFL team and the 3-on-3 basketball league. The author of "You Negotiate Like a Girl" also discusses her view of gender in the w...
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How to succeed in life after sports
Former college football star and NFL draft pick Marcus Lattimore discusses his transition into the business world after his athletic career was cut short by injury. He also talks about the work he is doing to help other athletes adjust to life once...
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Forget Tiger Woods - golf is scoring without him
Buyout firm Apollo is buying golf course operator ClubCorp for $1.1 billion as the sport experiences growth in terms of new players and higher purses at major tournaments. We discuss the health of the sport and also how it provides a boost to...
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How Major League Baseball could improve player ...
Catapult president of North America Brian Kopp discusses the company’s wearable technology and its relationship with Major League Baseball. He also talks about the growth of the business and its long-term strategy. Plus, an update on bidding for the...
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How the Cal Ripken, Sr. foundation succeeds lik...
Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation CEO Steve Salem discusses how the organization in many ways operates just like a business. He also talks about its mission and growth. The foundation has built 65 youth development parks in all 50 states serving more than 1.2...
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Why Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov doesn’t use a ...
Milton Lee who worked for Prokhorov discusses his former boss, the challenge of building Barclays Center, and his new venture Keemotion. The company automates the production of basketball games and practices. Plus, the latest on the legal challenges...
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The importance of independence to Notre Dame Fo...
Notre Dame Athletic Director Jack Swarbrick explains why he likes that the university’s football team is not part of a major conference. He also praises the college football playoff and discusses the challenges student-athletes have dealing with social...
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Sports teams as cultural institutions
How franchises may have to change their marketing as governments try to restrict the way teams raise money for new stadiums. Plus, Gary Player, Rob Manfred, John McCain and more as we share highlights of our first 100 episodes of Keeping Score.
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Aiming to score in basketball
Noah Basketball CEO John Carter discusses his company’s technology, is designed to improve the shooting percentage of basketball players. Carter says the product is used by more than 100 teams at the NBA, college, and high school level. He also talks...
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Why NHL playoffs have been great for the league
How professional hockey has benefitted from the broad geography of the teams making the NHL playoffs. Plus, a discussion on the potential impact of Tiger Woods’ arrest on his sponsorship deals.
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The evolution of IndyCar racing
Legendary race car driver AJ Foyt and his son Larry discuss the changes to the sport including the increasing role of technology. Plus, we discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers’ jersey sponsorship deal and Jordan Spieth’s appearance on a Wheaties box.
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Golf Meets the Indianapolis 500
A LPGA tournament in September will take place inside and around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway which hosts the Indianapolis 500. Plus, the main sponsor of the golf tournament will also sponsor Indy Car Driver Zach Veach’s car at the famed race. We...
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How the PGA is trying to grow the game of golf
PGA of America Chief Commercial Officer Jeff Price discusses the ways his organization is trying to make golf more appealing. From increasing the role of technology to developing team games to draw in more young people. He also talks about his work...
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Searching for sports business investments
Bruin Sports Capital Founder George Pyne discusses his career with NASCAR and IMG and his current role searching for investment opportunities in the sports business space. Also, how fans may one day have access to detailed information on Tom Brady’s...
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