SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — While the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) directors reexamine several policies amid controversy about how student athletes are treated, one of the nation’s fastest-growing insurance brokers has moved to protect high school athletes who have received a verbal offer for an athletic scholarship or grant from […]
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NHL Franchise Carolina Hurricanes Select Massey Consulting to Implement Intacct Financial Accounting
RALEIGH, N.C., July 29, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Massey Consulting has been selected by the Carolina Hurricanes to implement cloud-based Intacct Financial Accounting, the company announced today. The Carolina Hurricanes will use Intacct to track the financials of the franchise, each home game, as well as other entertainment events held at PNC Arena.
Derrick Jones, a Former MMA Fighter, is Helping Kids Avoid Gang Violence Through a Junior MMA Tournament
CULVER CITY, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Derrick Jones, a former MMA fighter, is helping kids avoid gang violence through a Junior MMA tournament. The tournament will be held on December 9, 2012 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Focus Self Defense, 9000 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90231.
American Leg Cramp Society Founder Reveals New Leg Cramp Cure
DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stop leg cramps (LC) and Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) instantly, naturally – awake or asleep and even before they start! These remedies, now offered online by American Leg Cramp Society as Deveraux Thomas Techniques (DDT), and available at http://american-leg-cramp-society.org have a patent pending.
2012 Paralympics Athlete Releases Book on Her Implanted Bionic System
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Jennifer French, a quadriplegic and competitive sailing athlete who recently medaled at the 2012 Paralympics Games in London, will release her new book, ‘On My Feet Again: My Journey Out of the Wheelchair Using Neurotechnology’ (ISBN: 978-0988234208; Neurotech Press), October 23, 2012 at the Neurotech Leaders Forum in San […]
Neurotech Reports Announces New Conference Dedicated to Consumer Applications of Neurotechnology
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Executives from some of the leading firms in the consumer neurotechnology market are scheduled to make presentations at the 2012 Consumer Neurotech Conference, to be held in San Francisco on October 23. The new event takes place during the 2012 Neurotech Leaders Forum, now in its 12th year.
Tri-City Medical named presenting sponsor of Bike the Coast – Taste the Coast
OCEANSIDE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The third annual Bike The Coast – Taste The Coast (www.bike-the-coast.com), the unique cycling event, food festival and sports expo in Oceanside, is pleased to introduce Tri-City Medical Center as its presenting sponsor. The event, set for Saturday, Nov. 3, will be known as Bike the Coast – Taste the […]
New Eco Glamping Company Goes Mobile
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Destination Earth (www.destination-earth.org) has announced the launch of an all-inclusive luxury camping experience. This concept is the brain-child of Jud Yaski and Steve Juba, co-founders. Unlike traditional ‘glamping’ companies that are stationary, Destination Earth has created a resort that travels to the best destinations in California.
One Man’s 2,000 Mile Appalachian Trail Charity Journey turns into 12,450 Miles! Celebrating 15 Years of Walking for Sunshine!
CINCINNATI, Ohio (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — What began as a solo Appalachian Trail (AT) adventure with bears, bugs, and blisters, has become an annual fundraising source for Sunshine, a home for the developmentally disabled in Maumee, Ohio. When author and speaker Jeff Alt embarked on his AT journey to raise funds for Sunshine, he didn’t know […]
Half of All Parents View Sports Schedules and Updates from Mobile Devices According to TeamSnap
BOULDER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — TeamSnap, a mobile and web service used by almost a million and a half players, parents and coaches to manage sports teams and leagues, announced that mobile device users now generate over 50 percent of the company’s daily visits.
Hilton Hotel Waterfront Beach Resort Chosen to Host The 2012 U.S. Vintage Surf Charity Auction and Ocean Art Sale
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On Saturday August 18, 2012 Waverider Auctions will hold one of the largest main land surf charity auction events in history. Charities benefiting from a percentage of the auction fees will be: The International Surf Museum, The Surfrider’s Foundation, Wounded Warriors Project and CHOC Hospitals, according to Seth Schiller, […]
Professional Community Management of California, Inc Joins in Support of Savannah’s Organic Ranch
LAKE FOREST, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today, Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) sponsored the Fifth Annual Savannah’s Organic Ranch Golf Tournament at the Aliso Viejo Country Club. The event supports efforts to fight pediatric cancer and promote a healthier future.
Black and Gold Sweeps the Gulf Coast – Showing Support for the Saints and New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, La., March 23, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Just when you thought the gulf coast was settling into the long path to recovery, another devastating blow was dealt to the city of New Orleans this week, says local clothing company NOLA Shirts. ‘The nation is still stunned from the early weeks news of the […]
TeamSnap Expands Team to Handle Growth
BOULDER, Colo., March 7, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — TeamSnap, a leading web service for managing sports teams and leagues, today announced it had expanded its staff in response to strong customer growth. ‘We are adding customers at over twice the rate we were at this time in 2011. We seem to be hitting a real […]
Multi-Media Company Reaches Growing Number of Fans Who Tailgate At Sporting Events
FINKSBURG, Md., March 5, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With over 50 million tailgaters in the U.S. each year, Tailgating Digest is a new company preparing to launch digital and print magazines to reach this growing market. As a multi-media company, Tailgating Digest also completed a partnership in January 2012 with one of the leading web […]
Get in on the Action! Camp Blue Skies' Hoops for Camp Bracket Challenge
CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 2, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Get in on the action and make your NCAA March Madness picks count this year! Camp Blue Skies Foundation (campblueskies.org) is a non-profit organization that offers weeklong residential camp experiences to individuals 21 and older with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Camp Blue Skies has just launched its […]
Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show Announces Appearance of American Sporting Legend Ted Nugent
HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 9, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On Saturday, February 11, 2012, American Sporting Legend and rock star Ted Nugent will appear at the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show (February 4-12, State Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA) to sign autographs and greet guests.
Ski Dazzle and Southern California Marine Association Team for New Consumer Show at L.A. Convention Center May 4-6, 2012
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — According to SUMMER SHOW LLC, summer is the season for unlimited adventures, and the ‘Summer Show’ is the place for unlimited choices! Fun seekers of all ages will discover hundreds of new and creative summer fun ideas, activities, active sports, and hobbies under one roof at the Los Angeles […]
TeamSnap Raises Close to $1 million in Second Funding Round – Popular Website Accelerating Growth
BOULDER, Colo., Oct. 31, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Boulder-based TeamSnap, which operates an online service that helps sports teams and other groups communicate, manage schedules, share photos, track game statistics, and coordinate refreshments and other activities, has raised close to $910,000 in new funding, according to CEO, Dave DuPont.
New ‘Sky Ball League’ Begins Airing Championship Games in Florida
TAMPA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ — Sky Ball League, the exciting next generation coed pro sport, begins airing the first of the two-part Tournament of Champions this weekend on Fox Sport Florida, Saturday, September 17 at 11 a.m. This is the culmination of Sky Ball League’s first season.
New Pro Sport Explodes Across Arizona as Semi-Finals Begin Airing
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The growing popularity of Sky Ball has prompted the formation of a new pro league – the Sky Ball League. As semi-finals begin to gain the attention of sports fans across the country, Fox Sports Arizona is set to air the semi-final playoffs, which were shot in L.A., August […]
Florida Tampa Dragons Take on Los Angeles 405s in New Pro Sky Ball League Semi-Finals
TAMPA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ — The Tampa Dragons, a new team in the up-and-coming national Sky Ball League, can be seen battling the Los Angeles 405’s in the Sky Ball League semi-finals (previously taped in L.A.) airing August 20 and 27, 2011 in Florida on the Fox Sports Network, on WTVT-13 in Tampa and on […]
'Voice of Cubs' Asks Fans to Be a Part of Cubs' Documentary
MESA, Ariz. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Long-time Chicago Cubs spring training P.A. announcer, Tim Sheridan, has partnered with Kickstarter.com to help complete a documentary film over 25 years in the making. ‘Boys of Spring – The Movie,’ follows Tim on his journey with the iconic, hard-luck, Chicago Cubs as both he and the Cubs attempt to […]
Free Social Networking site helps Baby-Boomer Golfers Locate Extra Players
HOUSTON, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Golfers in the Houston Metro area have a new tool at their disposal to help them track down additional players, thanks to Active Empty Nesters, a new social networking site aimed at helping Baby Boomers lead an active lifestyle.
UN's International Mother Earth Day Ceremonies Launched – Ute/Navajo Blessings Delight Vail's World Cup
VAIL, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On Saturday, December 4, 2010, renowned Southern Ute/Navajo Elders, Eddie and Betty Box Jr. and their dancer/skiers launched UN’s International Mother Earth Day Ceremonies to open Vail’s Super G at Beaver Creek, and were blessed with a beautiful day so the races could resume, Native American Olympic Team Foundation announced.
LMXMEDIA Announces Official Launch of Raymond Berry's Receiving Fundamentals DVDs (a 2 disc set)
BALTIMORE, Md. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LMXMEDIA, a California-based video production, advertising and PR company, announced the official release of ‘Raymond Berry’s Receiving Fundamentals’ DVD (a 2 disc set). This is the first DVD of its kind in the sports instructional and entertainment industry. Raymond Berry’s Receiving Fundamentals DVDs provide Baltimore Colts and general football fans […]
Wall Street Whiz Kid to Pay Legal Bill to Defend Jets Superfan Fireman Ed Against Possible Charges
WALL, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ‘Wall Street Whiz Kid’ Peter Grandich, who works with current and former NY Jets and NY Giants, has come to the aid of Jets Superfan ‘Fireman Ed,’ who may be facing assault charges for allegedly shoving a Giants fan at the August 16 Giants-Jets preseason game at the new Meadowlands […]
Pat Summerall's Sports Angels and Southern Bleacher Make a Difference
BEDFORD, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — What do Pat Summerall, Mike Kiselak, Raghib ‘Rocket’ Ismail, Nancy Lieberman, Texas Legend’s (Dallas Maverick’s D-League) and Southern Bleacher have in common? They all came out to Bedford, Texas to help bring a run-down basketball court and field to life again for the community of the small Texas town. An […]
Olympic Silver Medal Figure Skater to Coach at Park City Ice Arena
PARK CITY, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This summer, Park City residents are sure to reminisce about the year they hosted the Olympics as Olympic medalist figure skater, Peter Carruthers, takes to the ice to coach people of all ages at the Park City Ice Arena.
IGFA Offshore World Championship – May 2010, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
CABO SAN LUCAS, Mexico (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Picante Sportfishing, a proud Corporate Sponsor of the International Game Fish Association, would like to announce that the 2010 IGFA Offshore World Championship, often considered the ‘Olympics’ of big-game fishing, is taking place this week in Cabo San Lucas Mexico. The international teams have qualified by winning one […]