Sporticast

Kurt Badenhausen, a valuations expert from Sportico, joins to dive into the impressive 57% growth in NWSL team valuations, spotlighting Angel City at $250 million and Chicago Red Stars at $53 million. He discusses the unique ownership dynamics within the league, revealing the profitability challenges faced by both new and established teams. The conversation also highlights the NWSL's stadium financing hurdles and potential relocations, showcasing the evolving perceptions and market dynamics surrounding women's sports.

Scott and Eben speak with retired Lt. General Rich Clark, the new executive director of the College Football Playoff, about expanding to 12 teams, upheaval across college sports, and his time playing football at Air Force in the 1980s.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the consolidation of the major sports teams in Toronto. They also discuss a new NYCFC owner, one final ‘Woj Bomb,’ and waning interest for Deion Sanders’ college games.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss a new charter arrangement for the NBA, which is reportedly nearing a 13-plane deal that will see its teams fly on aircrafts made specifically for athletes. They also talk about the Timberwolves arbitration process, and the UFC's event at the Sphere.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben debate their expectations for UFC 306 this weekend. It’s the first live sporting event to be held in the Sphere, Jim Dolan’s fancy new entertainment venue in Las Vegas. They also talk about the WNBA playoffs and a new coach for the U.S. men’s national soccer team.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the return of the NFL, which some record-breaking contracts, strong ratings and off-field drama. They also talk about the U.S. Open, and the latest in a legal settlement that could change college sports forever.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the heated debate over natural grass versus artificial turf in the NFL, exploring health concerns, player preferences, and financial implications. Discover how playing surfaces influence athlete safety and performance, alongside the challenges of hosting events at multi-purpose stadiums. Transitioning to the US Open, excitement builds as American male players rise to the occasion while fierce competition brews among women, including defending champion Coco Gauff. Unpack the financial dynamics shaping youth sports success and the influence of wealth on aspiring athletes.

Scott and Eben are joined by Jacob Feldman to discuss Club Sportico, a new online sports business community. Club Sportico is a separate weekly newsletter, sent on Thursday afternoons, that covers the industry in a more fun and casual manner. There’s members-only Sporticast content planned, a weekly news quiz, online chatrooms, and more. You can sign up for Club Sportico here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Longtime NFL advisor Marc Ganis joins Scott and Eben to break down the NFL’s new private equity ownership rules. The world’s richest sports league is taking a more conservative—and more lucrative—approach than other leagues.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the business of the U.S. Open, a cash-printing machine that funds the rest of the USTA’s roughly $500 million budget. They also talk about the NWSL’s radical new labor agreement, and major changes anticipated in NFL ownership.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices