Sara Mechem

Samford University Class of 2022

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

The @Braves see increased attendance, generating revenue of $260 Million. This is a revenue increase of 20.4% from 2021 & 25% from 2019. The Braves are also projected to see over 3 mil. fans in attendance at home for the first time since 2000.
Source: @SBJ
@Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

WWE has announced a new leadership team! Stephanie McMahon, Paul Levesque & Nick Khan have all been chosen to lead the future of WWE. This new team describes "plans to look at each part of the business with a fresh set of eyes". #WWE
Source: @SBJ
@Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@Kwheeler_21 @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof @MLB @JuanSoto25_ @Padres So exciting for the Padres! Not only gaining new players but a sellout crowd as well!

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@HailStateFB players revealed the launch of the Starkville NIL Club, a "membership-based community” created so fans “can donate to player and interact with the team". The new initiative is modeled after Ole Miss' Oxford NIL Club. #MississippiState
Source: @SBJ
@Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

The @NBA and Fanatics excitedly announce a new collaboration, opening brick-and-mortar stores in Australia this year. The first store will open at the Emporium Melbourne in Victoria, with the second opening in Sydney. 🏀🧢👟
Source: @SBJ
@Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@Kwheeler_21 @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof @espn @WNBA @PhoenixMercury Such a cool collaboration! I love the pieces they've put together & what they represent.

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@abullar4 @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof This looks amazing!! What a huge step toward equality in sports!

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

The Philadelphia 76ers' new $1.3B arena in Center City reported to be increasing in size! The arena is said to go from around 118,000 to 175,000 square feet. If approved, the site can be expected anywhere from the year 2026-2031.
Source: @SBJ
@Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

The Steelers have hired former NHL Pittsburgh Penguins President & CEO, David Morehouse as their new senior adviser. His role will be to "focus primarily on community and league-related initiatives".
#SteelerNation #SteelersFootball
Source: @SBJ
@Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@abullar4 @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof Netflix seems to be a great platform to reach people and bring more engagement in! This isn't something people would've considered a few years ago, but its great to see companies using it to their advantage!

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@RSteelman4 @SBJ It's so exciting to see a program like this thrive! I'm sure we will continue to see growth in the youth sports industry.

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@ManCity has renewed its partnership with @Gatorade lasting through 2025. Their partnership began in 2017 & we will continue to see the brand as the official sports nutrition partner of both men’s and women’s teams. #ManCity #Gatorade ⚽️🤝🏼
Source: @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

The San Diego Padres are in the midst of "one of the biggest deals" in the history of @MLB with Juan Soto. This trade would "provide a potentially brighter future and give the Padres a World Series-caliber lineup." #JuanSoto #MLBTradeDeadline ⚾️
Source: @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@Kwheeler_21 @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof @amazon @ufc This is a really interesting partnership! I'm curious to see what UFC fans think of the new merchandise!

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

@abullar4 @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof I think that passionate fans will continue to attend in person regardless of prices. People are willing to pay for the in person experience if they are invested enough in the game!

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

Secondary ticket prices for @Raiders home games are the most expensive in the @NFL at close to $700. Games at Allegiant Stadium are “destination events” for many fans outside Las Vegas, causing the “busy ticket reseller scene.” #LasVegas #Raiders 🏈🎟Source: @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

Over 87,000 in attendance for the Women's Euro Championship at London’s Wembley Stadium. England took home the victory over Germany causing "celebrations not just on the field and in the stands but at watch parties across England" #womenseuros2022
Source: @SBJ
@Sports_Biz_Prof

[World Soccer Talk @worldsoccertalk]

Congratulations to England, winners of the #WEuro2022Final

[ESPN @espn]

Bill Russell, the cornerstone of the Boston Celtics dynasty that won eight straight titles and 11 overall during his career, died Sunday.

He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011, the nation’s highest civilian honor. Russell was 88.

More: https://t.co/7bYfbNLIUZ

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

Broncos SVP/Strategy Brittany Bowlen has announced that she is stepping down from her role with the team. It was the “right thing to do for the organization and for her". 🏈Source: @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof #Broncos

[Sara Mechem @smechem19]

Transgender women have been banned from competing in female only rugby games in ‘22-23. It has been "a complex and difficult decision and the policy change was not taken lightly or without thorough and full research and consultation". Source: @SBJ @Sports_Biz_Prof #RugbyLeague