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Inside The Savannah Bananas: $80M+ In Ticket Sales, $50M+ In Merch, And A $1B Valuation Debate

Huddle Up • 61 implied HN points • 26 Jan 26
🎾 Sports Merchandise
  1. The Savannah Bananas sold about 2.2 million tickets across 113 games. That likely generated roughly $75–80 million in ticket revenue, putting them on par with many MLB teams.
  2. Merchandise became a massive revenue stream, with 787,000 buyers purchasing nearly 2 million items and driving over $50 million in sales. That likely exceeds retail revenue for many MLB clubs.
  3. Big revenues hide big costs: high player salaries, 700+ employees, and large travel and production budgets make the operation resemble a touring show more than a single-stadium team. Those expenses complicate profit margins and any claim of a $1 billion valuation.

The Bootleg Edition

Why is this interesting? • 1870 implied HN points • 04 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Merchandise
  1. Bootlegging is now a normal part of the creative world, and it can even help brands grow. Artists and brands are beginning to embrace it as a form of new creativity rather than just a negative copy.
  2. Merchandise and bootleg items have become intertwined, with vintage pieces proving the value of new merchandise. This cycle helps brands to continue creating and offering new products to fans.
  3. Bootlegging often feels more genuine than mass-produced items. Unique, hand-made bootleg items can show a deeper connection and personal touch that many modern products lack.

Posters and Merch Now Available!

50 Years of Text Games • 2888 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Merchandise
  1. Merchandise such as posters, t-shirts, and maps for classic text games are now available for purchase on Redbubble.
  2. A revised and expanded edition of Further Explorations, a companion to 50 Years of Text Games, will soon be released for standalone purchase, featuring extra material and content.
  3. The newsletter platform Substack has faced controversy for allowing the publishing of objectionable content, prompting authors like Aaron A. Reed to consider switching platforms in the future.
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The Company Store

Tabletops • 235 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Merchandise
  1. The Company Store played a significant role in the history of Apple Infinite Loop.
  2. The Apple R&D Campus in 1991 laid the foundation for The Company Store's retail presence.
  3. Apple Infinite Loop evolved to offer a modern store experience with exclusive and high-quality merchandise.

SITREP

THREE SEVEN MAFIA • 899 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23
💼 Business Merchandise
  1. Frogpackages have been well received by recipients.
  2. Efforts are being made to ensure budget needs are met by next week.
  3. Less focus on social media as the project is in a growth and transition phase.

Private Equity Comes To College Sports: Inside Utah’s Groundbreaking Deal

Huddle Up • 34 implied HN points • 12 Dec 25
🎾 Sports Merchandise
  1. Utah is creating a for-profit company called Utah Brands & Entertainment and will move revenue-generating athletic assets like ticketing, sponsorships, licensing, merchandise, hospitality, and trademarks into it.
  2. The university is partnering with private equity firm Otro Capital and major donors to fund the venture, which is expected to generate around $500 million or more in capital.
  3. The deal is controversial because critics fear private equity raises prices and cuts jobs, but supporters argue it could help solve athletic department deficits and become a model other schools emulate.

You're invited to our NYC pop-up

Stripe Press • 157 implied HN points • 02 Nov 23
🏝 Travel Merchandise
  1. Join the Stripe Press pop-up event in New York City on November 18 from 11 am to 4 pm.
  2. The event will include coffee, food, drinks, limited-edition merch, and books from the Stripe Press catalog.
  3. RSVP to let them know if you can make it to the event at Lavender Lake in Williamsburg.

The Apparent Rise of Reading Fashion

Sounds Good! • 98 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Merchandise
  1. There is a rise in wearable and fashionable book-related merch known as 'Litcore'.
  2. Personal style and expression can be showcased through book-themed clothing and accessories.
  3. Book-themed merchandise, like tees and totes, is becoming popular, allowing individuals to express their literary interests.

Vol. 1, Issue 19 - Memories of the Pokémon European International Championship 2023

Johto Times • 79 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Merchandise
  1. The Pokémon European International Championships 2023 was a big event in London where fans could compete and learn about various Pokémon games. There were lots of activities, including the new Play Lab to help beginners learn how to play.
  2. A special Pokémon trading card set was released, featuring the return of the Kadabra card after 20 years. This set is exciting for fans and marks a big moment in the Pokémon TCG community.
  3. Attendees should plan ahead for events like this to secure spots at attractions like the Pokémon Center. Popular items can sell out quickly, so it's best to book early and enjoy the experience!

Merch Alert! Fight to Repair Shop Now Open.

Fight to Repair • 39 implied HN points • 25 Sep 22
💼 Business Merchandise
  1. You can support Fight to Repair by purchasing t-shirts, mugs, and books from their shop.
  2. The Fight to Repair shop offers t-shirts, mugs, and a bookshop with recommended reads for right to repair advocates.
  3. Farmers have a special 'DUCK FEERE!' shirt and mug that supports their right to repair their equipment.