Author: Don Muret

SoFi Stadium Preps for Second Wave of Sponsors

SoFi Stadium Preps for Second Wave of Sponsors

Posted by | Sep 8, 2020 | , , ,

SoFi Stadium expects more sponsor deals to be signed as the teams settle in and find other spaces to package, the Rams’ Kevin Demoff and the Chargers’ A.G. Spanos said.

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Braves’ Game-Used Item Sales See Big Boost

Braves’ Game-Used Item Sales See Big Boost

Posted by | Sep 3, 2020 | , ,

Sales of Braves Authentics merchandise in Atlanta are up 20% over all of last season, said Derek Schiller, the team’s president and CEO.

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Delaware North Feeds Boston Fans’ Passion

Delaware North Feeds Boston Fans’ Passion

Posted by | Sep 3, 2020 | , ,

Delaware North, the owner of the Bruins and TD Garden, has used The Hub on Causeway, its $1 billion retail and entertainment district tied to the arena, to help keep fans of the Bruins, Celtics and Red Sox engaged during the pandemic.

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Arenas: Inside Job

Arenas: Inside Job

Posted by | Aug 28, 2020 |

TOUCH AND GO: Amazon technology is part of the post-COVID upgrades planned for Staples Center. (Courtesy Staples Center) Big league arenas remake their systems, processes for post-COVID audiences Big league arena managers are taking the first steps toward adding layers of protection to their venues by going cashless, upgrading ventilation systems and eliminating “touch points” that can allow chances for contamination. As part of the process, multiple NBA and NHL venues are pursuing accreditation for health and safety standards. Some are forming health and hygiene divisions and appointing officers to supervise higher levels of sanitation. NBA arena managers participate in regular calls with league officials to discuss best practices and which virus technology services make the most sense for them, considering they’re getting pitched by a parade of vendors, said Erin Schnieders, the NBA’s senior vice president and head of arena development and standards. Sixty to 70 people participate in… Continue Reading Arenas: Inside Job

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Kraken Rises Up to Take On COVID-19

Kraken Rises Up to Take On COVID-19

Posted by | Aug 27, 2020 | , ,

Release the merch! The Seattle Kraken has done just that, opening an off-site team store with shopping by appointment and other measures designed to let fans of the new Seattle NHL team browse safely.

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