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Caitlin Clark has broken yet another record: Her senior night matchup this Sunday against Ohio State is the most expensive women’s basketball game ever, for either college or the WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association). Some key stats: ?? Get-in price: $491 (via TickPick) ?? Average purchase price: $577 (new record high, TickPick) ?? Most expensive single ticket: $3,853 Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes have sparked a ticket frenzy all season long: ?? They hold the top 5 most expensive women’s college basketball games on record (TickPick) ?? Last week, the Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament sold out for the first time ever ?? During Iowa’s last home game, the average ticket price reached $394 and climbing (AP) The demand is clearly there for women’s basketball. Now it’s on the NCAA to listen - from tournament scheduling, to sponsorship rules, to arena sizes. The quick sellout of the Big Ten tournament raises questions about the NCAA tourney. Last year, tickets for the Women's Final Four were hundreds of dollars higher than the men’s. What are your thoughts on the booming interest and prices for women’s basketball? Are you surprised by the demand? What more can be done to build on this momentum?

Iowa/LSU Elite Eight game was the most-watched college basketball game EVER on ESPN! 12.3 million viewers. Until, Iowa/UCONN Final Four game, which is now the most-watched college basketball game EVER on ESPN! 14.2 million viewers. Iowa/South Carolina Championship game today will have even more viewers and become the most EVER watched college basketball game, especially since it will air on ABC ?? It’s good business to invest in women’s sports, the fabric is different. ?? How many viewers do you think will watch today??? #WomenInSports #WomensSports #LinkedinSports #Sports

Curious about the future of baseball and the impact of early specialization on young athletes? Are we pushing kids too hard too soon, or is this the new normal in grooming future pros? In our latest episode, we sit down with B.B. Abbott to explore how childhood athletics are intensifying, the role of NIL (name, image, likeness) in amateur sports, and how analytics are revolutionizing baseball scouting. Abbott shares his insights from over 25 years of representing some of the game's biggest stars. Hear about the changing landscape of sports representation, the economics of being a player agent, and the delicate balance of guiding young athletes and their families.

Stat Legend started from a simple idea after a bad summer baseball season. Make youth sports more fun. We know youth sports cards contributes more fun. We see it when kids get excited to open Stat Legend packs or design their cards. What can you do to make youth sports more fun? Not more winning. Not stronger. Not faster. Not better. More fun.

Expanding the College Football Playoffs: Is it Time for 40 Teams? Join us as we discuss the proposal to expand the College Football Playoffs to 40 teams in the near future. We'll explore the opinions of coaches, the current number of teams, and the need for equity in the national playoffs. Find out if this expansion is necessary. #CollegeFootballPlayoffs #PlayoffExpansion #EquityInSports #NCAAfootball #FootballPlayoffs #TeamExpansion #CollegeSports #SportsNews #FootballAnalysis #PlayoffProposal

Outliers change our perception. Our daily reminder in sports: Caitlin Clark is a phenom. Arguably, the most influential student-athlete in college sports. She is currently averaging over 32 points per game and is just 8 points shy of breaking the NCAA all-time scoring record. Interest surrounding her pursuit continues to grow. ?? Fox set a record for women’s college basketball on Sunday as the Iowa / Nebraska matchup drew 1.77 million viewers. ?? This new mark exceeded a record set by — you guessed it — Iowa and Caitlin Clark just a week earlier. ?? Each of those games had more viewers than a top matchup on the men’s side (Baylor & Kansas) AND two primetime NBA marquee matchups that included major market teams like the New York Knicks and the Los Angeles Lakers. ??In markets, material outperformance can change the way we look at a company or even an entire asset class. Caitlin Clark’s contributions to women’s basketball are just beginning and now we’re all paying attention. #IowaWBB #Clark #Markets #Sportsadvisors

The WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association)’s unprecedented growth continues as the league, which just tipped off its 28th season on May 14th, finished May with its highest attended opening month in 26 years and its most-watched start of season across networks like ABC, ESPN, and CBS. The league also saw remarkable viewership growth among diverse audiences, with a 60% year-over-year increase among people of color and substantial gains among Hispanic and Black fans, as well as a 124% increase in under-35 viewership. Curious about how each rookie has been performing on search and what WNBA fans, new and old, are looking for on Google, I was able to calculate that Caitlin Clark is dominating the search spotlight like no other rookie in the 2024 class (not surprising given how much media coverage she gets). On average, the volume of searches she receives on Google is about 7.74 times higher than her 2024 rookie peers Cameron Brink, Kamilla Cardoso, Rickea Jackson, and Angel Reese so far this season. This insight continues to cement just how box office Caitlin Clark truly is! ?? What WNBA rookies have you been following most? Drop your comments below ?

How will the expanded College Football Playoff impact the future of the game? ?? Check out our latest blog on the CFP expansion and its ripple effects on college football. #CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #SportsBusiness

?? With the high school basketball season fast approaching, here’s a quick reminder about some important rule changes for 2024-2025! One of the biggest updates is the new rule on flopping—players could now receive a warning for faking a foul. This is just one of 12 updates approved by the NFHS to keep the game fair and fun. Check out the full list of changes and get ready for the season!?

Why Bello Ball Fall? High school players often participate in Summer ball, Fall ball, and then their regular season in the spring. However, true player development requires stepping away from constant competition to focus on improvement and building a strong foundation for the season. When you're playing games, your weekly routine centers around "game day." But by removing games from the equation and focusing solely on development, players can make significant strides. In college and professional baseball, there is an offseason for a reason—it's a critical time for growth and preparation. Bello Ball Fall offers high school baseball players in Miami a unique opportunity to develop without the distractions of outside tournaments, helping them build a strong foundation to be at their best for high school tryouts in January. Fall Ball isn't a requirement to play high school baseball. Bello Ball Fall challenges the status quo by opting out of tournaments and focusing instead on player development within a 12-week window. Our goal is to provide individualized guidance to each player, helping them improve and reach their full potential.