"We always want to make sure we are fanning the flames for keeping people in the sport, to enjoy running, not just for marathons but everyday fitness" – Asics Americas CEO Gene McCarthy, on this Sunday's TCS N.Y. Marathon being its last as the official footwear and apparel sponsor (FINANCE.YAHOO.com, 11/4).
"It only gets crazier before it gets more tame. Dwyane Wade is painting his nails. Russell Westbrook is wearing a shirt with huge holes in it. Things will only get more outlandish" – GQ Style Guy Mark Anthony Green, on NBA players' fashion choices (ROLLINGSTONE.com, 11/4).
"We have been more aggressive in trying to get younger and more diverse audiences. ... We are really looking to work with the music industry and there are a lot of opportunities -- and it’s often artists you would not expect at a NASCAR event" – NASCAR Managing Dir of Entertainment Marketing & Music Phil Metz (BILLBOARD, 11/12 issue).
"You just got a round of applause for the business team, so thank you" – Cubs President of Business Operations Crane Kenney, to Cubs announcer Len Kasper after being introduced at the team’s World Series rally (Mult., 11/4).
"How the hell do you play NFL football if you're stoned?" – ESPN’s Bob Ley, introducing a panel discussing marijuana in the NFL (“OTL,” ESPN, 11/4).
