Amy Tennery

New York

Reporter at Reuters

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MLB diving into women's professional sport with softball investment

1 week ago | unionleader.com | Amy Tennery

Major League Baseball is making a big bet on the business of women's sport, announcing on Thursday its first significant financial investment in a women's professional softball league. The Athletes Unlimited Softball League launches on June 7 in a first-of-its-kind, wide-ranging partnership with minority investor MLB, the standard-bearer of "America's pastime" for well over a century.
Richardson signs on to women's-focused Athlos as owner-advisor, as startup expands

1 week ago | reuters.com | Amy Tennery

Athletics - Diamond League - Zurich - Stadion Letzigrund, Zurich, Switzerland - September 5, 2024 United States' Sha'Carri Richardson celebrates after winning the women 100m REUTERS/Denis Balibouse/File Photo NEW YORK, May 29 (Reuters) - American fan favourite Sha'Carri Richardson is signing on to become an owner-advisor for Athlos, as the women-focused athletics startup moves to a multi-meet, team-based format beginning in 2026.
MLB diving into women's professional sport with softball investment

1 week ago | reuters.com | Amy Tennery

Jul 13, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; USA softball Olympian Jennie Finch (27) of the American League looks on as she pitches against the National League during the 2024 All Star Celebrity Softball Game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo NEW YORK, May 29 (Reuters) - Major League Baseball is making a big bet on the business of women's sport, announcing on Thursday its first significant financial investment in a women's professional softball league.
NFL teams vote to allow players to compete in Olympic flag football

2 weeks ago | japantimes.co.jp | Amy Tennery

National Football League teams voted in favor of a resolution allowing their players to compete in flag football at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, the NFL said on Tuesday. The league itself had long been on board with players competing in the Games, while multiple athletes — including two-time MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes — said they wanted to play. The plan cleared a key hurdle on Tuesday, as team owners gave their blessing at a league meeting in Minnesota.
NFL-Teams vote to permit players to compete in LA28 Olympic flag football

2 weeks ago | azdailysun.com | Amy Tennery

By Amy TenneryNEW YORK (Reuters) -National Football League teams voted in favour of a resolution allowing their players to compete in flag football at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, the NFL said on Tuesday. The league itself had long been on board with players competing in the Games, while multiple athletes - including two-time MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes - said they wanted to play. The plan cleared a key hurdle on Tuesday, as team owners gave their blessing at a league meeting in Minnesota.
Basketball-WNBA tips off after chaotic close-season shuffle

3 weeks ago | kfgo.com | Amy Tennery

By Amy TenneryNEW YORK (Reuters) – The New York Liberty seek a rare title repeat after a wild close-season of sensational trades and signings across the league, as the WNBA looks to build on the momentum of a transformative 2024. The Liberty’s core trio of Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones and Sabrina Ionescu will return after delivering New York’s first title, with pundits expecting the team to make good use of new addition Natasha Cloud’s defensive mindset at guard.
Basketball-Valkyries make WNBA debut with sky-high expectations

3 weeks ago | wibqam.com | Amy Tennery

By Amy TenneryNEW YORK (Reuters) – Excitement for the WNBA’s first expansion franchise in 17 years hits a fever pitch on Friday, as the Golden State Valkyries kick off their first season after blockbuster demand from fans. The WNBA awarded the new franchise, its first since 2008, to the San Francisco Bay Area in October 2023, answering longstanding calls from players and fans to expand the top-flight American league.
NWSL top scorer Gonzalez signs contract extension with Gotham FC

3 weeks ago | reuters.com | Amy Tennery

May 4, 2025; Harrison, New Jersey, USA; Gotham FC forward Esther Gonzalez (9) dribbles during the second half against Chicago Stars FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-Imagn Images/File Photo NEW YORK, May 15 (Reuters) - The NWSL's leading goalscorer Esther Gonzalez has extended her contract with Gotham FC through the 2027 season, the club said on Thursday, keeping a key piece of the New Jersey/New York team's attack after a close season with tremendous turnover.
U.S. Ski & Snowboard secures sponsor extension, sources say deal near $100M

3 weeks ago | bilyonaryo.com | Amy Tennery

SOURCE: ReutersBy Amy TenneryNEW YORK, May 13 (Reuters) – U.S. Ski & Snowboard has extended its sponsorship deal with financial services firm Stifel until 2034 for what sources said was an unprecedented nearly $100 million. U.S. Ski & Snowboard officials declined to comment on the value of the deal but sources told Reuters that it was close to $100 million, making it the richest sponsorship in the organization’s history.
Josh Kerr finds form to secure first Grand Slam Track title

1 month ago | independent.co.uk | Amy Tennery

The British middle-distance runner rebounded from a difficult first outing in Michael Johnson’s new seriesAmy TenneryJosh Kerr found form to take his first Grand Slam Track title in Miami after a rocky start to the season as Melissa Jefferson-Wooden dashed to another women’s short sprints success.