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The Sports Economy Is More Than Stadiums

The New Urban Order • 139 implied HN points • 10 Apr 24
🎾 Sports Economics Development Community Urban planning
  1. The sports economy involves more than just building stadiums, with a focus on combining sports with other economic activities like housing and retail to create sustainable developments.
  2. There is increasing skepticism about the economic benefits of public subsidies for stadiums, with citizens and governments becoming more cautious about investing in such projects.
  3. The concept of 'stadium neighborhoods' is evolving, with a shift towards creating more holistic developments that offer amenities beyond just sports entertainment, emphasizing urban recreation and community needs.
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Positional optionality

Mets Fix • 235 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Baseball Training
  1. Baseball season is starting, with Mets players already practicing in Port St. Lucie.
  2. Pitchers and catchers are reporting in 4 days.
  3. Access Mets Fix posts with a 7-day free trial subscription.

No relief in sight

Mets Fix • 255 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Hockey Travel
  1. The post discusses a hockey game involving Patrick Roy and the Islanders team.
  2. The author is spending a vacation in Montreal and Ottawa after coaching his daughter's team.
  3. There is an option for readers to subscribe for a 7-day free trial to read more posts.

How Cadillac Secured Its Spot As F1's 11th Team

Huddle Up • 35 implied HN points • 02 Dec 24
🎾 Sports Business Marketing Media Finance
  1. Formula 1 is hugely popular, attracting over 1.5 billion viewers each season. This means millions of fans are tuning in to watch races and follow their favorite teams.
  2. Top drivers earn impressive salaries, with some making over $50 million a year. This shows just how lucrative the sport has become for those at the top.
  3. Cadillac is joining the Formula 1 team lineup as the 11th team, highlighting the continued growth and interest in the sport from major automotive brands.

Re-tiering the NBA

Good Morning It's Basketball • 471 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
🎾 Sports NBA Playoffs Teams
  1. Consider 8 teams as top contenders in the NBA.
  2. Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Bucks, Denver Nuggets, and Phoenix Suns are in Tier 1 of contenders.
  3. Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies, Los Angeles Clippers, and Cleveland Cavaliers are also strong contenders.

Paris Saint-Germain Finances 2021/22

The Swiss Ramble • 471 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🎾 Sports Finances Team performance Expenses Investments
  1. Paris Saint-Germain's finances show a significant loss despite an increase in revenue and profit from player sales.
  2. The team experienced a substantial rise in operating expenses and faced challenges with compliance to UEFA's Financial Fair Play regulations.
  3. PSG's revenue improved mainly in commercial areas, but broadcasting revenue decreased due to poor Champions League performance and deferred income.

Is Chess a Game of Luck?

Zwischenzug • 471 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🎾 Sports Chess Luck Results Training
  1. Chess is a game of skill, not luck. Players have full control over their moves.
  2. There is still some luck involved in chess, such as external distractions or unexplained variations in performance.
  3. To improve in chess, focus on the process, consider long-term results, and seek outside perspectives for feedback.

MatchQuarters ICYMI - Week of 1/8/23

MatchQuarters • 275 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Football
  1. Exciting NFL matchups to watch this weekend includes Browns vs. Texans, Dolphins vs. Chiefs, and Steelers vs. Bills.
  2. The importance of strong LB play in pass coverage and its impact on the game.
  3. Teams like the Lions, Rams, and Buccaneers are showing strong performances heading into the playoffs.

Harry Kane: A Brilliant Season That Ended in Heartbreak

Original Football • 99 implied HN points • 09 May 24
🎾 Sports Football Team performance Future prospects
  1. Harry Kane had a season full of personal success but ended up without major trophies, showcasing his individual brilliance despite team struggles.
  2. Despite Kane's outstanding performance, Bayern Munich ended the season without major silverware due to underlying flaws in the team's performance and reliance on Kane.
  3. Kane's future with Bayern Munich is uncertain amid speculations about his loyalty and desire for trophies, with potential changes in the team to address the shortcomings of the past season.

Forecasting the Future

Knicks Film School • 734 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23
🎾 Sports Basketball Player Performance
  1. The Knicks considered a trade involving multiple teams to bring in Cam Payne and free up salary cap space.
  2. The Knicks have promising young players like Jalen Brunson that could elevate their status in the Eastern Conference.
  3. Teams like Boston and Brooklyn are in strong positions for the future due to their roster and draft assets.

Friday Mailbag: Is the decision now influenced by the division?

Purple Insider • 255 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Football Coaching Drafting Offensive Line Team Strategy
  1. There are different tiers of quarterbacks and what it takes for them to win a Super Bowl.
  2. The Vikings are considering different options regarding their quarterback situation, including re-signing Cousins or drafting a new QB.
  3. The team is evaluating potential changes to the coaching staff and strategies for rebuilding the defense.

Observations: Florida 81, Auburn 65

The Auburn Observer • 216 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Basketball
  1. Auburn struggled in Gainesville against Florida, continuing a long history of difficulties winning there.
  2. Despite good previous teams, Auburn faced issues like turnovers and poor shooting in their recent game against Florida.
  3. Losing to Florida didn't severely impact Auburn's season goals, but the team hoped for a more competitive performance.

2024 March Madness predictions

Silver Bulletin • 410 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🎾 Sports Tournament Predictions College Basketball Analysis
  1. The 2024 March Madness predictions suggest Connecticut is the favorite to repeat as champs, but with only a 23% chance. Other top contenders include Purdue, Arizona, and Houston.
  2. The model used for the predictions is based on a composite of power ratings with adjustments for injuries and travel distance. It also considers preseason rankings to enhance predictive accuracy.
  3. The East region is highlighted as a chalky region with potential for upsets in certain games, like the 7-10 upset pick. The winner from this region will face the winner from the livelier West region in the Final Four.