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Vikings buoyed by Senate approval for stadium plan - 11th May 2012

The Minnesota Vikings finally appear to have resolved their stadium problems after the state Senate on Thursday approved a plan to develop a new US$975 million venue for the National Football League (NFL) franchise.

ESPN signs lucrative college sport extension - 10th May 2012

ESPN has bolstered its college sport portfolio by announcing an extension to its exclusive agreement with the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) in a deal worth a reported US$3.6 billion over 15 years.

NHL gives green light to St. Louis Blues takeover - 10th May 2012

The National Hockey League’s (NHL) board of governors has approved the sale of the St. Louis Blues franchise to a consortium headed by local beer distributor Tom Stillman.

NHL finally close to resolving Phoenix Coyotes ownership search - 8th May 2012

National Hockey League (NHL) commissioner Gary Bettman has revealed that his organisation is close to securing a new owner for the Phoenix Coyotes following three years of operating the franchise.

NFL issues player suspensions following ‘bounty’ scandal - 3rd May 2012

The National Football League (NFL) is set to face off against the players’ union (NFLPA) after four players were punished on Wednesday for their part in the ‘bounty’ scandal involving the New Orleans Saints.

Ohio named best postgraduate sports course provider - 1st May 2012

Ohio University has been named the world’s best postgraduate sports course provider by SportBusiness International’s Postgraduate Sports Course Ranking 2012.

NBA players’ union under investigation - 30th April 2012

The US federal government has launched an investigation into the business practices of the NBA Players’ Association (NBPA).

Questions raised over future of NFL’s Pro Bowl - 27th April 2012

The National Football League (NFL) has stated discussions are being held with the Players’ Association (NFLPA) regarding the future of the Pro Bowl, amid reports the annual all-star game is set to be scrapped.

NFL cleans up with Tide agreement - 26th April 2012

Procter and Gamble (P&G) has expanded its relationship with the National Football League (NFL) by agreeing a multi-year sponsorship deal for its Tide brand.

USA Basketball sets off on road to London with Jeep - 24th April 2012

USA Basketball has bolstered its commercial portfolio ahead of the London 2012 Olympic Games by signing up Jeep as a new partner.