Matt Bok

New York

Managing Editor at Sportico

Managing Editor @Sportico | Cook and Contrarian | Opinions are opinions; 'narrative' isn't news.

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Augusta's Double Eagle Club--an Origin Story

1 week ago | sportico.com | Matt Bok

One of the most exclusive stops during Master’s week is a longtime pop-up that opens for only a single week a year. The Double Eagle Club, created by Intersport founder and CEO Charlie Besser, first opened in 1992 to serve fans and patrons of the Masters–– and is still going strong today. “It’s software companies, media companies, its financial services predominately.
Sportico and Athena Elite Sports to Launch Sports Lab Summer Program

3 weeks ago | sportico.com | Matt Bok

NEW YORK — Today, Sportico and Athena Elite Sports announced the launch of Next Gen Sports Lab, a summer program designed to immerse high school students in the dynamic world of professional sports. This unique residential program set to take place from June 29 to July 12, 2025, offers teenagers ages 14-18 an opportunity to explore the $600 billion sports industry through hands-on experiences and access to leaders in the industry.
Join Sportico for Invest West in Los Angeles

3 weeks ago | sportico.com | Matt Bok

Sportico is bringing its Invest in Sports series back to Los Angeles, where sports, entertainment and finance converge. Invest West will feature a dynamic lineup of speakers and panels from professional teams, leagues and the banking industry- join us as we bring together the kingpins central to California’s sports business ecosystem. Register here today! Invest West is sponsored by Moelis, ScorePlay and GalwayPlus Sports and Entertainment.
Sportico SXSW Festival Programming Returns to Austin in March

1 month ago | sportico.com | Matt Bok

Sportico will be returning to the famed South by Southwest festival this March for two days of prime programming in the sports business space. Sportico House at SXSW® will take place March 11-12 at Wanderlust Wine Co. in Austin, Texas. The dynamic two-day event brings together industry professionals for an exciting mix of panels, podcasts and networking opportunities.
Putting the Fan at the Center of the PGA TOUR’s 2025 Season

Jan 1, 2025 | sportico.com | Matt Bok

Today’s guest op-ed author is Jay Monahan, commissioner of the PGA Tour. The Opening Drive portion of the new PGA TOUR season – which begins today at The Sentry on the famed Plantation Course at Kapalua in Maui – is one of my favorite stretches on our calendar each year.
Sportico Transactions: Moves and Mergers Roundup for Nov. 1

Nov 1, 2024 | sportico.com | Matt Bok

Welcome to Sportico’s transactions wire, a weekly rundown of personnel, partnerships, products and purchases across the sports business industry. JumpShot Live Names Kenyon Martin as Chief Basketball Advisor Former NBA All-Star Kenyon Martin has been named chief basketball advisor for JumpShot Live, a basketball experiential entertainment company.
Sportico Transactions: Moves and Mergers Roundup for Aug. 23

Aug 23, 2024 | sportico.com | Matt Bok

Welcome to Sportico’s transactions wire, a weekly rundown of personnel, partnerships and products across the sports business industry. NBPA Appoints Cameron Jones as CFO The National Basketball Players Association has named Cameron Jones its chief financial officer. In this role, Jones will oversee all financial operations, strategic financial planning, Basketball Related Income (BRI) and overall analysis, to ensure the NBPA’s continued growth and stability.
Alexis Ohanian to Join Sportico's Invest in Sports in L.A.

Mar 26, 2024 | sportico.com | Matt Bok

Sportico is proud to announce that Alexis Ohanian has joined the roster of speakers for the Invest in Sports conference taking place on May 8 in Los Angeles. Invest in Sports Los Angeles, also known as Invest West, will convene C-level team and league executives, owners, athletes, moguls and investors at the nexus of West Coast sports and entertainment. Register here.
Green Light With Chris Long to Join Sportico SXSW Podcast Stage Lineup

Feb 26, 2024 | sportico.com | Matt Bok

Sportico is proud to announce another addition to our SXSW Podcast Stage Lineup: Green Light with Chris Long. Join us at the Four Seasons Austin on Sunday, March 10th for an exclusive live taping of the show. The Sportico Podcast Stage at SXSW will be returning for a second year of Sports Track programming, featuring some of the top podcasts in the industry from 3:30 – 7:00pm on Saturday, Sunday and Monday on the East Lawn at the Four Seasons Austin.
Travis Kelce Bid on New York Mets With J-Lo and A-Rod

Dec 5, 2023 | sportico.com | Matt Bok

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce plans to move from the field to the front office once his playing days are over, and a failed bid for the New York Mets may have set him on the path. Kelce’s business managers, Aaron and André Eanes of A&A Management, described the two-time Super Bowl winner’s portfolio and approach at Sportico‘s Influence live event in New York on Monday.