SBJ Morning Buzzcast SBJ Morning Buzzcast: November 18, 2025
Nov 18, 2025
Joe Lemire dives into the buzz of the day with insights on major upcoming events in New York City. Exciting discussions on AI's transformative role in sports media feature heavyweight companies like Amazon and FanDuel. Eric Buderak's new vision for the U.S. Open highlights innovative approaches to mixed doubles. U.S. Soccer's strategy for the 2026 World Cup takes shape with a new COO onboard. The Women's Pro Baseball League is set to debut, bringing fresh energy to Springfield, while significant financial moves shake up college sports investment.
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Playful Event Pitch
- Joe Lemire jokes about adding a Saturday event to honor leaders under 67 to appease his kids.
- He uses humor to humanize event promotion and engage listeners before event details.
Panels Spotlight Partnerships And AI
- Media Innovators panels focus on partnerships and AI shaping fan engagement and content delivery.
- Presence of Amazon, FanDuel, MLB, NBA, PGA Tour, and Genius Sports shows industry-wide AI and partnership momentum.
USTA Elevates Mixed-Doubles Innovator
- USTA promoted Eric Buterak to U.S. Open director to continue innovating event formats.
- His mixed-doubles Fan Week shift proved effective at boosting star participation and ticket sales.