Quote of the Day
"I'm concerned. I'm 22 years old, this is my fifth year on Tour, and we don't know where one of our majors is going to be. It's a scary thought."
-- Golfer Paula Creamer, on the LPGA Championship lacking a sponsor or location for '10 (Baltimore SUN, 6/11).
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Something To Build On
Komoroski Stresses
Use Of New MediaAs the SBJ/SBD Sports Facilities & Franchises conference comes to a close today in N.Y., the industry's heavy hitters continue to discuss how the economic recession has and will continue to impact the sports world. Several team presidents this morning speak to the importance of reaching out to the clients, be it a season-ticket holder or a corporate sponsor, and offering a valuable product. Pistons President & CEO Tom Wilson said succeeding in the industry in today's marketplace requires a "reinvention" of how we do business. Former A-B sports marketing guru Tony Ponturo finds the light at the end of this economic downtown, and says "we are starting to feel we can start moving forward." Another prevalent theme in Manhattan is the need to think outside the box. Cavaliers President Len Komoroski talks about the importance of capitalizing on new media, while PepsiCo's Ralph Santana says his company is more interested in deals with greater flexibility.
Grin & Bare It
ESPN The Magazine approaching athletes to pose nude, but "artfully covered," for Body Issue.
Safety First
World Cup organizers focus on security ahead of Africa's largest-ever sporting event; adidas hopes Cup helps grow soccer sales.
Unhappy Meal
LPGA Championship future murky as event lacks venue, title sponsor beyond this week.
Cost Of Doing Business
Coyotes price tag could exceed $400M as NHL threatens indemnity fee on top of relocation cost.
Nationals' Treasure?
Potentially contentious Strasburg negotiations could alter MLB Draft system; Writer questions Pirates' motives behind recent decisions.
Battle Brewing
Molson family bidding for Canadiens, but Quebecor Media expected to make richest offer.
What's The Rush?
AFL Chicago owner blames "bad leadership" for canceled season, favors '11 return.
Brushback Pitch
Web post speculating Ibanez steroid use re-ignites new media accountability discussion.
