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One Eight Capital, founded by Alexander Bussenger, is raising a $100M venture capital fund focused on personalized and preventative healthcare startups. The fund has already secured $50M and includes Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin and former Baltimore Ravens star Ray Lewis on its board. It plans to invest in early-stage companies, particularly in athlete wellness and injury recovery. Eric Jackson | Sportico https://lnkd.in/e_PrgVCj #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports

Kentucky County Employees’ Retirement System has committed additional capital to Arctos Partners' Arctos American Football Fund, which focuses on investments in National Football League (NFL) teams. This move follows last year's approval by NFL franchises to allow such investments. Susan Barreto (she/her) | Alternatives Watch https://lnkd.in/ehhxVQvJ #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports

Monarch Collective has expanded its fund to $250 million after raising an additional $100 million to invest in women's sports. The fund, led by Jasmine Robinson and Kara Nortman, received backing from existing investors like Pivotal Ventures and new investors including Rockefeller Foundation’s Elizabeth Yee and former EY executive Beth Brooke. The firm continues to invest in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association), and Women's Super League, supporting the growth and financial sustainability of women's professional teams. Jason Clinkscales | Sportico https://lnkd.in/ez787JJF #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports

Former National Football League (NFL) wide receiver Marques Colston is making strides in private equity with Champion Venture Partners, a firm co-founded with former MMA fighter Nick Edwards. The firm has secured $100 million to provide athletes with access to high-growth alternative asset investments, helping them transition from the field to financial success. Private Equity Insights https://lnkd.in/d3vBAv-2 #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports #NFL

Private equity investment in South African sports is gaining traction. Recent discussions around the South African Rugby Union (SA Rugby) and Ackerley Sports Group transaction highlight the growing role of PE in sports, with entities like CVC Capital Partners and Silver Lake already active in global rugby investments. A recent example in South Africa includes the Western Province Rugby Football Union's decision to sell a controlling stake in WP Professional Rugby to a group of PE investors. The trend underscores the potential for vital financing and modernization across sporting franchises. https://lnkd.in/ekc88s_r #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports

Everton Football Club has secured a ￡350 million ($450.49 million) long-term financing deal for its new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock. The Friedkin Group, which took over Everton in December, arranged the funding with a consortium of institutional lenders to refinance existing debt related to the stadium project. The stadium will host its first Premier League match in August. Lori Ewing | Reuters https://lnkd.in/eUgq26wZ #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports

CVC Capital Partners is preparing a $1 billion bid to acquire the Madrid Open and Miami Open from Endeavor, with The Raine Group managing the sale. Endeavor CEO Ariel Emanuel is also bidding, with Goldman Sachs advising his offer. Other private equity firms, including EQT Partners and Providence Equity Partners, have also shown interest. Joshua Sim | SportsPro https://lnkd.in/eMuZASUp #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports

The Big 12 Conference is reportedly finalizing a deal to receive substantial funding from a venture capital partner, with RedBird Capital Partners emerging as the frontrunner. The investment is expected to provide financial support for schools in the league as the Big 12 looks to stay competitive amidst conference realignment and the evolving landscape of college athletics. Michael McDaniel | Sports Illustrated https://lnkd.in/eRxBzBbz #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports

Venture capital funding for U.S. sports startups saw a strong rebound last year, with notable investments in emerging leagues, women's sports, and technology-driven ventures. Companies like League One Volleyball (LOVB) and TOCA Football secured $100M rounds, highlighting investor interest in sports innovation. Business Insider https://lnkd.in/eh3GWYs7 #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports

Yashaa Global Capital secures financial services permission from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Abu Dhabi Global Market to establish a $75 million sports venture capital fund. The fund aims to invest in sports tech, esports, fitness, and professional sports leagues, with backing from high-profile athletes like Shikhar Dhawan and AB de Villiers. Mohammed Sirajuddin, General Partner at Yashaa, emphasizes the firm's goal to bridge the gap in the Asian sports investment market by attracting global investors and supporting new sports and gaming startups. WAYA https://lnkd.in/eRdgnh-N #PE #PrivateEquity #PrivateEquitySports #PESports #SportsBiz #LinkedinSports