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NBC SPORTS INTRODUCES NBC SPORTS NEXT DIVISION AND A NEWLY COMBINED TEAM TO DRIVE SPORTS TECH INNOVATION

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“NBC Sports Next is where sports and technology intersect to allow for the ultimate immersive experience for all of our customers.” – Will McIntosh, Executive Vice President, NBC Sports Next

STAMFORD, Conn. (Aug. 9, 2021) – NBC Sports’ Digital & Consumer Businesses division, part of NBCUniversal Media, LLC, today announced the launch of a newly combined team under the brand NBC Sports Next to unify and streamline its three newly named groups: Youth & Recreational Sports, Golf, and Betting, Gaming & Emerging Media. 

“NBC Sports has never shied away from being a leader at the crossroads of sports and technology. We’re proud to bring our top products and teams together under one integrated brand that will serve as a permanent home for opportunities across applications and technologies,” said Will McIntosh, executive vice president, NBC Sports Next. “Wherever sports and technology evolve, our partners and customers can trust that NBC Sports Next will be there.”

The fresh NBC Sports Next brand ties directly to its mission to reach passionate sports fans everywhere, make big events bigger and innovate to make playing sports better, reflecting the division’s ability to scale and harness the powerful platforms of NBCUniversal, as well as achieve accessibility and availability through its apps and digital products.

“We are proud to be a leader in providing the most immersive and engaging sports experiences,” said Jody Vogelaar, chief customer officer, NBC Sports Next. “We were driven to create a name that reflects our ability to go wherever sports and technology evolve. With this brand transformation and unique position within the media industry, NBC Sports Next’s portfolio of mobile and digital applications in the sports and entertainment space provides unparalleled experiences for our partners, advertisers, customers, athletes and fans.” 

NBC Sports Next brings together SportsEngine and GolfNow, two leaders in their respective markets, and NBC Sports Enterprises, the high-growth portfolio of gaming, betting and content products, under a united brand to bolster innovation and provide better, more intuitive sports experiences. Through best-in-class features and capabilities, NBC Sports Next’s apps improve how to manage and engage customers’ passions in the areas of youth and recreational sports, golf, and the growing markets of sports betting, gaming and emerging media. Additionally, bringing together the capabilities of these areas provides greater value to partners looking to connect with audiences across the NBC Sports Next portfolio. 

Now unified under one subdivision of NBC Sports, NBC Sports Next will have three groups that define how its teams create partnerships and reach target markets:

    • Youth & Recreational Sports is comprised of technology platforms, such as SportsEngine, GoMotion, TourneyMachine and TeamUnify that enable athletes, parents, coaches and team administrators in the youth and recreational space to manage their organizations, collect payments, share schedules, connect with other families, find programs to participate in, and properly screen and train coaches in an effort to keep kids safe.
    • Golf fuses the team behind products and services like GolfNow, TeeOff and GolfPass, which better connects golfers and golf facilities around the world through innovative technology and services that create optimum golfing experiences. 
    • Betting, Gaming & Emerging Media includes sports betting, prediction and gaming resources for sports and video game connoisseurs. NBC Sports EDGE, (formerly Rotoworld) NBC Sports Predictor and NBC Sports Audio feature sports news, analysis, fantasy sports and premium content to immerse sports fanatics in a whole new way.

 

About NBC Sports Next

NBC Sports Next is a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within its three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports, Golf, and Betting, Gaming & Emerging Media. NBC Sports Next, known for its sports technology product innovation, equips more than 30MM players, coaches, athletes, sports administrators and fans in 40 countries with more than 25 sports solution products, including SportsEngine, a youth sports club, league and team management platform; GolfNow, the leading online tee time marketplace and provider of golf course operations technology and services; GolfPass the ultimate golf membership that connects golfers to exclusive content, tee time credits, coaching, tips and other benefits; TeamUnify, swim team management services; GoMotion,  sports and fitness business software solutions; and NBC Sports Edge, (formerly Rotoworld) a leading platform for fantasy sports information and betting-focused tools. NBC Sports Next is fueled by its mission to innovate, create larger-than-life events and connect with sports fans through technology to provide the ultimate in immersive experiences. 

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NBC Olympics and SportsEngine Create Inaugural Kids Guide to the Tokyo Olympics to Promote NBCUniversal’s Coverage of the Games

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Full-color, free downloadable guide brings the excitement to life for youth athletes; Opening Ceremony coverage for the Tokyo Olympics is Friday, July 23 on NBC 

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. / July 7, 2021 – SportsEngine, Inc., a division of NBC Sports Group, announced today that it has teamed with NBC Olympics to create the first-ever Kids Guide to the Tokyo Olympics, a go-to resource for families watching NBC’s coverage of the Tokyo Olympics this summer. Coverage of the Opening Ceremony is on Friday, July 23 on NBCUniversal. 

With over 100 pages of information, the Kids Guide to the Tokyo Olympics is designed for kids ages 8-14 and serves as an ideal way for parents and kids to connect and bring home the excitement of the Tokyo Olympics.  Topics include the history of the Games and the story of the torch and mascot. Additionally, the Guide covers all 41 Tokyo Olympic sports including the history, basic rules, trivia, featured athletes and where to watch the action. Each sport also has a full page of activities including word searches and scrambles, crosswords and math puzzles, mazes and discussion questions about the sport.

The digital version is free and can be downloaded at www.sportsengine.com/kids-guide.   

SportsEngine produced the guide in collaboration with NBC Sports and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee to provide kid-friendly information about the Games, sport-specific content, and engaging activities for families to do while watching the Games. 

“We created the most complete guide for kids to serve as a companion for families while watching the Tokyo Olympic Games together, ” stated Rob Bedeaux, Director of Consumer Engagement, SportsEngine. “With all 41 sports covered, the guide provides a unique opportunity for parents to make the Tokyo Olympic Games a fun and engaging learning experience for their kids. Whether it’s a golf crossword puzzle, table tennis word scramble or family discussion questions about the opening ceremony, there is something for the entire family.”

 “At SportsEngine, we’re excited to help kids get inspired while they witness records being broken, history being made and Olympic dreams being achieved,” stated Brett MacKinnon, General Manager, SportsEngine. “Our highest priority is to help get more kids involved in sports so that they can experience the joy of belonging, the benefits of being active, and the lessons that prepare them for life.” 

More than one million teams, clubs and leagues use SportsEngine to manage their seasons, events and tournaments with registration, coach eligibility and training programs, and more. Through the time-saving features of these applications, organizations can dedicate more time to developing their athletes and furthering the love of sport. 

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About NBC Olympics

A division of NBC Sports Group, NBC Olympics is responsible for producing, programming and promoting NBCUniversal’s coverage of the Olympic Games. NBC Olympics is renowned for its unsurpassed Olympic heritage, award-winning production, and ability to aggregate the largest audiences in U.S. television history. NBCUniversal owns the U.S. media rights on all platforms to all Olympic Games through 2032. NBC Olympics also produces thousands of hours of Olympic sports programming throughout the year, which is presented on NBC, NBCSN, Olympic Channel: Home of Team USA, Peacock and NBC Sports digital platforms.

About SportsEngine, Inc.

Helping the world play smarter and live more, SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports company, serves millions of coaches, parents, athletes, clubs, leagues, governing bodies, and associations through its technology solutions.  Additionally, leagues and governing bodies across the country use National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI), a SportsEngine, Inc. company, to manage their background checks and safety programs. For more information, please visit SportsEngine.com/corp.   

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SportsEngine, Inc. Partners with USA Football for Background Checks and Abuse Prevention Training

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. / March 11, 2020 – Benefitting children nationwide, it was announced today that SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company and the leading provider of Sport Relationship Management software, is the official provider of abuse prevention training for USA Football. In addition, SportsEngine’s subsidiary, National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI), is a new and preferred USA Football provider of youth football volunteer background checks. 

USA Football is the sport’s national governing body and a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee. Since 2012, more than 700,000 coach certifications have been completed through USA Football, spanning all 50 states and 10 foreign countries across four continents.

 Abuse prevention training by SportsEngine will form part of USA Football’s comprehensive coach certification curriculum, which is the only football-specific educational program to earn national accreditation by the U.S. Center for Coaching Excellence. 

Certified coaches are a key part of USA Football’s Football Development Model and League Excellence Program, delivering fun and positive youth experiences across America’s favorite sport. Nearly four million kids ages 6-17 enjoy the fun and physical fitness of football nationwide. 

Background screening will be managed through National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI), a SportsEngine, Inc. wholly-owned subsidiary and leader in youth-centered background screening solutions. NCSI provides the “Gold Standard” in background screening, serving youth sports organizations and national governing bodies across the country. Additionally, SportsEngine’s safety program is integrated with the third-party provider, Abuse Prevention Systems, to offer sexual abuse prevention training that fulfills the federal Safe Sport Act requirements. 

“When imagining what great youth sports look like, non-negotiables are gold-standard player safety, accredited coach education and coaches who serve as mentors and care about their kids,” said USA Football CEO and Executive Director Scott Hallenbeck. “Adding SportsEngine and NCSI to the USA Football family places all of this in youth football. The biggest winners are our children and their parents who love the fun, friends and fitness found in football.” 

 “We are thrilled to partner with USA Football in support of their efforts to improve youth sports safety,” said Brian Bell, CEO, SportsEngine, Inc. “Helping to provide safe, positive youth sports experiences is at the core of why we do what we do at SportsEngine, and we are excited to see organizations like USA Football set higher standards for other organizations around policies and best practices for athlete safety.”  

More than one million teams, leagues and clubs use SportsEngine to run their tournaments, leagues, online registration, websites and mobile apps. Through these applications, sports teams, clubs, leagues and national governing bodies are able to drastically reduce the time they spend on administration and communication, allowing them to focus more time on developing their athletes and furthering the love of sport.  

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About SportsEngine, Inc.

Helping the world play smarter and live more, SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, is the leading provider of sport relationship management software serving millions of coaches, parents, athletes, clubs, leagues, governing bodies, and associations through its software platforms.  National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI) is a youth safety advocacy group and leading background screening provider. A wholly-owned subsidiary of SportsEngine, Inc., NCSI provides the “Gold Standard” in background screening, serving thousands of youth sports organizations, over 60 national governing bodies and city and county civic and recreation departments across the country.  NCSI is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) and is the only background check provider endorsed by the National Council of Youth Sports. For more information, please visit SportsEngine.com/corp or NCSISafe.com.  

 

About USA Football

USA Football designs and delivers premier educational, developmental and competitive programs to advance, unify and grow the sport. As the sport’s national governing body, member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee and organizer of the U.S. National Team for international competition, USA Football partners with leaders in medicine, child advocacy and athletics to support positive football experiences for youth, high school and other amateur players.

 

Media Contacts:

Jenna Soule, SportsEngine, Inc. | Phone:  612.799.3542 | Email: press@sportsengine.com

Steve Alic, USA Football | Phone: 703.973.6182 | Email: salic@usafootball.com

SportsEngine, Inc.’s NCSI and US Lacrosse Partnership Reaches Milestone, Organization Completes 30,000 Background Checks

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Partnership Emphasizes US Lacrosse’s Commitment to Safety and Highlights Need for Safety Programs in Youth Sports Across the Country

MINNEAPOLIS, March 4, 2020 — SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, and the leading provider of sport relationship management software, announced today that it has reached a milestone in its subsidiary National Center for Safety Initiatives’ (NCSI) partnership with US Lacrosse, conducting over 30,000 coach and volunteer background screens for the organization.

Baltimore, MD-based US Lacrosse is the national governing body for the sport of lacrosse and serves more than 450,000 members annually. Background screenings for US Lacrosse member coaches are covered in full as part of membership and are completed by NCSI, the exclusive background screening partner for US Lacrosse.

As part of the organization’s effort to bolster its commitment to safety and meet current safety guidelines and best practices, US Lacrosse requires all of its coaches to complete and pass a background check in order to be eligible to participate in lacrosse-related activities. The organization set a goal to have 30,000 coaches and volunteers background screened by April 2020 and US Lacrosse surpassed that goal in January 2020.

NCSI background checks are considered the “Gold Standard” for youth sports organizations and national governing bodies across the country and they are the only background check provider endorsed by the National Council of Youth Sports.

“A key part of our mission is to help provide safe and positive experiences for youth athletes and we are proud to see US Lacrosse leading the way to protect their athletes on and off the field,” stated Trish Sylvia, Vice President, NCSI. “US Lacrosse is a world-class organization setting the example for others in their commitment to safety and we look forward to continuing our partnership.”

“We’re proud of the progress we’ve made with NCSI as our background check provider,” stated Bruce Griffin, director for US Lacrosse’s Center for Sport Science. “We took it upon ourselves to evaluate the differences between background checks and we learned that while there are many options out there, not all background checks are created equal. As we begin to ramp up for the next season, we want our families to know that US Lacrosse stands for something vitally important – player safety.”

About SportsEngine, Inc.
Helping the world play smarter and live more, SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, is the leading provider of sport relationship management software serving millions of coaches, parents, athletes, clubs, leagues, governing bodies, and associations through its software platforms. National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI) is a youth safety advocacy group and leading background screening provider. A wholly-owned subsidiary of SportsEngine, Inc., NCSI provides the “Gold Standard” in background screening, serving thousands of youth sports organizations, over 60 national governing bodies and city and county civic and recreation departments across the country. NCSI is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) and is the only background check provider endorsed by the National Council of Youth Sports. For more information, please visit SportsEngine.com/corp or NCSISafe.com. 

About US Lacrosse
US Lacrosse, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is the national governing body of men’s and women’s lacrosse and the home of the nation’s fastest-growing team sport. US Lacrosse, which coordinates all activities of the U.S. National Teams Program, has nearly 450,000 members across the country. Through responsive and effective leadership, US Lacrosse provides programs and services to inspire participation while protecting the integrity of the sport. For more information, please visit www.uslacrosse.org or follow @uslacrosse on social media.

 

SportsEngine, Inc. Sponsors National Youth Sports Day at U.S. Capitol

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NBC Sports Track & Field Analyst, Ato Boldon, to Serve as Spokesperson, Advocate for Support of Youth Sports Programs to Congressional Youth Sports Caucus

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN / July 15, 2019 – SportsEngine Inc., an NBC Sports Group company and the leading provider of sport relationship management software, announced its sponsorship of National Youth Sports Day on Tuesday, July 16 on Capitol Hill in Washington DC.

National Youth Sports Day is designed to shine a light on the lifelong benefits of youth sports in building the future of our country. SportsEngine, in partnership with National Council of Youth Sports, will advocate and inform lawmakers of the importance of keeping youth sports safe, available to all and a priority in the health and development of today’s youth.

Four-time Olympic medalist and NBC Sports Track and Field Analyst, Ato Boldon, will attend to represent SportsEngine and serve as a spokesperson for this event. In addition to his role as a track and field analyst for NBC Sports, Boldon is a youth track coach, and serves as the sprinting coach for 17-year old Briana Williams, who has the fastest 100m time in the world for 2019 and 2018 for age U18.

National Youth Sports Day will begin with a Congressional Briefing between the Congressional Youth Sports Caucus, and youth sports stakeholders to discuss the importance of keeping funding, supporting physical fitness, and specifically, making youth sports programs a priority. Boldon will address the overall health benefits of youth sports in children’s development and explain how safe and quality sports experiences can open doors to future opportunities.

Following the Congressional Briefing, a Youth Sports Expo will be held at the Capitol featuring activities and information displays hosted by youth-serving organizations. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

“Our top priorities at SportsEngine are to get more kids involved in sports, make sure they are safe and make the lives of coaches and team administrators easier through our technology solutions,” stated Justin Kaufenberg, CEO, SportsEngine, Inc. “Our participation in National Youth Sports Day demonstrates our commitment to be part of the important conversations and decisions being made affecting the state of youth sports today. We are honored to be part of it.”

Schedule of Events: 

Congressional Briefing: 8:30 – 10am | House of Representatives Rayburn Office Building, Room 2020, 45 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20515

Congressional Youth Sports Expo, 11am – 1pm, Lobby, Rayburn Office Building

“Youth sports can contribute to long term health, build confidence and provide lasting, positive lessons for today’s youth,” stated Ato Boldon. “It’s important to continue to bring awareness to the role that sports can play for our children and to help ensure youth sports are safe, quality experiences and available to all communities across America.”

“Besides the physical benefits youth sports provides, young people reap a host of other perks,” stated Wayne B. Moss, Executive Director, National Council of Youth Sports.  “The research indicates young people involved in sport have improved academic achievement, learn teamwork and problem-solving skills, have better self-esteem and reduced risky behavior. Youth Sports Day is to acknowledge and celebrate the importance and benefits of youth sports.”

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About National Council of Youth Sports

The National Council of Youth Sports (NCYS) exists to promote the importance of youth sports in America and works to enhance the experience of all participants. The NCYS is nationally recognized as a leading advocate for young people to have full access to sports participation and to ensuring that games are played in safe environments. As the largest organization in America serving the industry, NCYS serves 60 million registered participants in organized youth sports programs. Our members are recognized as the gatekeepers, key decision-makers, influencers and advocates for youth sports participation.

About SportsEngine, Inc. 

Helping the world play smarter and live more, SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, is the leading provider of sport relationship management software serving millions of coaches, parents, athletes, clubs, leagues, governing bodies, and associations. SportsEngine helps sports organizations around the globe reduce the time they spend on administrative tasks, and enables them to focus more on developing their athletes, providing safe experiences, and furthering the love of sport.  Leagues across the country use National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI), a SportsEngine, Inc. company, to manage their background checks and safety programs. Learn more at: www.sportsengine.com,  Facebook.com/sportsengine; or twitter.com/@sportsengine.

USA Volleyball Partners with SportsEngine as Member Management Provider

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MINNEAPOLIS / May 16, 2019 – SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, and the leading provider of Sport Relationship Management software announced today it has partnered with USA Volleyball (USAV), the national governing body for volleyball in the United States.

USAV has a long-standing relationship with SportsEngine, being partnered with the SportsEngine-owned companies AES, BracketPal and NCSI. This agreement, effective September 1, 2019, will make SportsEngine the member management technology provider of USA Volleyball, which boasts more than 370,000 members and 4,500 active clubs.

USA Volleyball and its 40 affiliated Regional Volleyball Associations (RVAs) will have the opportunity to use SportsEngine’s member management suite of tools to manage their regional, club and athlete membership data. This is a true online ecosystem with robust reporting, financial tools, enhanced communication, rostering and more that will provide for automated data sharing and eliminate duplicate efforts. The SportsEngine system will also integrate with third-party systems to provide up-to-the-minute information on memberships, ensuring that all participants are certified with the safety program requirements, and have completed a background check. Such efficiencies will allow for real-time access to information on memberships and certifications which support USAV’s safety initiatives.

“We are very honored and excited to form this partnership with USA Volleyball,” said Libby Kohlbeck, SportsEngine’s head of volleyball. “To have the ability to work with an elite organization to create and deliver an incredible technology experience for regions, club administrators, coaches, officials, volunteers and families is our goal here at SportsEngine. It’s exciting when our mission, vision, and values completely align with an organization as they do with USA Volleyball and we can’t wait to get started.”

USA Volleyball’s mission is to lead, serve and grow all areas of the sport. Volleyball continues to have tremendous growth in the United States and is the number one participatory sport in high school and college for women as well as the fastest growing sport among high school boys. USA Volleyball’s membership has grown every year since 1980 and has hit record levels again this season. The SportsEngine system will allow USAV to continue its upward trajectory by allowing a positive end-user experience for the athletes and their families.

“We are thrilled to work with SportsEngine to provide value to our regions, clubs and members,” stated Jamie Davis, CEO, USA Volleyball. “This partnership allows us to improve communication, support our “safety first” strategic priority, and provide a seamless membership experience across all of USA Volleyball.”

About USA Volleyball

Founded in 1928, USA Volleyball is a non-profit organization recognized by the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) as the National Governing Body for the volleyball disciplines of beach, indoor, sitting, snow and beach ParaVolley in the United States. With more than 370,000 registered members, USA Volleyball conducts national championship events, coaching and referee certification programs, and grassroots development across all disciplines in a lifetime sport in which all can participate.USA Volleyball’s teams have won an Olympic medal in every Olympic Games since 1984, four Paralympic medals since 2004 and numerous World Cup, World Championship and Continental Championship titles. For more information on USA Volleyball, visit www.usavolleyball.org. #PathtothePodium

About SportsEngine, Inc.

Helping the world play smarter and live more, SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, is the leading provider of sport relationship management software serving millions of coaches, parents, athletes, clubs, leagues, governing bodies, and associations. SportsEngine helps sports organizations around the globe reduce the time they spend on administrative tasks, and enables them to focus more on developing their athletes, providing safe experiences, and furthering the love of sport. Learn more at: www.sportsengine.com/corp, www.facebook.com/sportsengine, or www.twitter.com/sportsengine.

SPORTSENGINE, INC. REBRANDS CLASS MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE PLATFORM, SE STUDIO, TO GOMOTION

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINN / April 2, 2019 – SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, and the leading provider of Sport Relationship Management software announced today that SE Studio, the company’s software platform for class and studio-based sports, has rebranded to GoMotion.

The GoMotion software platform enables users to create and publish class schedules, view and communicate with members, collect fees, and manage online fundraisers via a custom website and integrated mobile app. The software is used primarily by gym or studio owners for classroom or studio-based sports and activities such as dance, all-star cheer, martial arts, gymnastics and ice skating.

Since the launch of SE Studio in March of 2018, the software platform has experienced rapid growth, validating the market demand for an all-in-one solution that specializes in serving studio and classroom-based sports and activities. The rebrand to GoMotion is in response to this demand, to provide clarity around what markets the software platform serves and to position it for expansion in its current and new markets.

“We are excited to announce the rebrand of SE Studio to GoMotion,” stated Tom Fristoe, Vice President, New Markets, SportsEngine, Inc. “The name GoMotion connects the forward movement in sports and technology and better reflects the complete, one-island class management solution we offer and the markets we serve, which include sports and activities that go beyond the studio and into the classroom, ice rink, gymnasium, tennis court, and more. We look forward to building upon its early success as we empower our customers to achieve unprecedented business results.”

“GoMotion is a forward-looking brand that fits perfectly into the SportsEngine, Inc. ecosystem,” stated Brian Bell, President, SportsEngine, Inc. “With GoMotion we’re positioned to expand the markets we serve to include really any sport or activity that can benefit from a best-in-class sport relationship management solution.”

Tina Walden, owner of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin-based Infinite Cheer and Tumbling, expressed praise for the platform’s functionality to help her growing business. “This is going to be a huge game changer for us as a micro gym,” stated Walden. “We are finally completely online. Registration, billing, auto credit card transactions, online waivers, etc. The best part is we have an iPad at the gym as a kiosk that people can do everything on.”

The platform remains owned and operated by SportsEngine, Inc. No action is needed by existing SE Studio customers as they will be transitioned with no interruption to GoMotion’s platform and mobile app.

About SportsEngine

Helping the world play smarter and live more, SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, is the leading provider of Sport Relationship Management technology solutions serving millions of coaches, parents, athletes, clubs, leagues, governing bodies, and associations through its suite of software platforms. The company’s software platform for studio and class-based sports, GoMotion, helps studio owners and instructors manage payments, registrations, class scheduling seamlessly through an all-in-one mobile app and custom website. SportsEngine.com is the largest online directory of youth sports programs, designed to help parents and athletes discover and participate in sports. Learn more at: www.sportsengine.com, Facebook.com/sportsengine, or @sportsengine/">twitter.com/@sportsengine.

Media Contacts:

Jenna Soule
Director of Integrated Marketing and Communications
Phone: 612.799.3542
Email: press@sportsengine.com

SPORTSENGINE FORMS PARTNERSHIP WITH TEAM FUNDRAISING PLATFORM, SNAP! RAISE

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Partnership will help serve the youth athletics space through dynamic team fundraising solutions.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN, March 7, 2019 – SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, and the leading provider of Sport Relationship Management software is partnering with Snap! Raise, the leading fundraising platform for teams and groups. The partnership aligns two industry leaders around the shared goal of supporting the youth athletics industry, particularly club programs, by cutting down on the time-consuming administrative task of team fundraising.

Snap! Raise provides an online social donation platform that enables teams and programs to fundraise without having to sacrifice student, coach, or community time. Groups get their own personal onboarding specialist who will set up fundraisers for users, allowing them to track progress and encourage participation.

“This is an exciting partnership for Snap! Raise,” said Trevor Downs, VP of Strategy, Snap! Raise. “Collaborating with an industry leader and innovator in SportsEngine gives us the opportunity to support even more programs and youth athletes across the country.”

More than one million teams, leagues and clubs use SportsEngine to run their website, tournaments, leagues, online registration and mobile apps. Through these applications, sports teams, clubs and leagues are able to drastically reduce the time they spend on administration and communication, allowing them to focus more time on developing their athletes.

“At SportsEngine, our main focus is always to make lives easier for sports parents, coaches, admins, and athletes,” said Rick Ehrman, VP of Business Development, SportsEngine. “We are excited to find a partner who shares those values and to see the potential that this partnership brings in allowing everyone involved in sports to spend less time on administrative tasks and more time on the sport.”

About SportsEngine
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About Snap! Raise
Snap! Raise is the nation’s premier fundraising solution for youth athletics and extracurricular programs. Since its first fundraising campaign in 2014, Snap! Raise has facilitated over $200 million in donations for programs in all 50 states, elementary school through college. In 2018, Snap! Mobile was named to Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 as the 46th fastest-growing tech company in North America and the second fastest-growing tech company in the Pacific Northwest, while CEO and co-founder Cole Morgan was a national finalist for Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year award.

SPORTSENGINE NAMED PRESENTING SPONSOR OF USA HOCKEY’S TRY HOCKEY FOR FREE DAY, AS PART OF HOCKEY WEEK ACROSS AMERICA

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINN / February 14, 2019 – SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, and the leading provider of Sport Relationship Management software is partnering with USA Hockey to promote participation in youth hockey across the United States during USA Hockey’s Hockey Week Across America (HWAA), February 17 – 24, 2019 and USA Hockey’s Try Hockey for Free Day, February 23.

Now in its 12th year, Hockey Week Across America is designed to engage the hockey community in celebrating the sport of hockey at all levels and exposing the sport to new audiences.

Beginning on February 18, SportsEngine will feature youth hockey programs on its youth sports directory, SportsEngine.com, will dedicate its homepage to Hockey Week Across America, and will feature all USA Hockey affiliated organizations, enabling families to quickly and easily find youth hockey programs in their area. During the entire week of Hockey Week Across America, SportsEngine encourages hockey families to post photos or videos of hockey firsts such as the first day on skates or first hockey goal with the hashtag #FirstDayOnSkates.

As part of a long-standing partnership between SportsEngine and USA Hockey SportsEngine has been named presenting sponsor of USA Hockey’s Try Hockey for Free Day, taking place on Saturday, February 23. Participating locations across the country will encourage kids, ages 4 to 9, to come try youth hockey as part of Hockey Week Across America. All locations will have limited equipment available for use. Families can find the closest Try Hockey event near them on SportsEngine.com.

SportsEngine.com is the country’s largest youth sports directory, featuring over 110,000 youth sports organizations representing over 70 sports across the U.S. and Canada. Parents and athletes can search by sport and geographic location to find a comprehensive list of youth sports organizations, programs, and events in their area. Administrators may also access SportsEngine.com to claim their organization or event, enabling them to promote programs, collect registrations, and ensure their listing appears in search results.

“As a proud partner of USA Hockey, we are thrilled to support programs like Try Hockey for Free Day, which encourages kids to try the sport in their local communities,” stated Travis Shives, SportsEngine Vice President of Sports. “By sharing Hockey Week Across America on our platforms and sponsoring a day that provides sport opportunities for kids, we will ultimately see more youth hockey participation across the U.S.”

About SportsEngine

Helping the world play smarter and live more, SportsEngine, Inc., an NBC Sports Group company, is the leading provider of Sport Relationship Management software for more than 1MM clubs, leagues, governing bodies and associations. SportsEngine helps sports organizations around the globe reduce the time they spend on administrative tasks, and enables them to focus more on developing their athletes, providing safe experiences and furthering the love of sport. Learn more at: http://www.sportsengine.com, Facebook.com/sportsengine, or twitter.com/@sportsengine.

Media Contacts:

Jenna Soule

Director of Integrated Marketing and Communications

Phone: 612.799.3542

Email: press@sportsengine.com

SPORTSENGINE LAUNCHES NEW REGISTRATION SYSTEM FOR ONTARIO SOCCER

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The member management system will provide a new way for Ontario Soccer to interact, manage, and engage with member clubs, academies, and districts.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN / January 31, 2019 – SportsEngine Inc., an NBC Sports Group company and the leading youth sports technology provider, announces that it has launched a new registration management system for Ontario Soccer to provide added benefits to their long term partnership.

The launch of their new registration system, Ontario Soccer Club and Academy Registry (OSCAR), will help districts, clubs, and academies within Ontario Soccer streamline the process of submitting registration data for approval and allow real-time access to the critical data organizations need to run their operations efficiently and effectively.

“This is a big step for our soccer membership and infrastructure in Ontario. By bringing together the registration data of participants across the province, whether community club or private academy, we have, for the first time, real-time data reporting to a centralized location,” said Johnny Misley, Chief Executive Officer of Ontario Soccer. “The challenge for Ontario previously had been that Clubs and Academies were utilizing a number of different technology solutions to run their organizations. OSCAR now allows Ontario Soccer and its Districts to connect with its members directly in an ever-changing sport environment.”

Ontario Soccer members will experience a brand new system that will transform the way they interact with Ontario Soccer. OSCAR will help clubs and academies not only get their players registered for the season but will also allow them to send that data up to their district for approval and get real-time access to reporting, which improves an outdated paper submission process.

“Over our long-term partnership with Ontario Soccer we realized that the organization’s registration system wouldn’t work with a one-size fits all approach,” said Lee Zukor, SVP of Product and Engineering, SportsEngine. “Working hand-in-hand with Ontario Soccer and their districts, we were able to create a leading-edge management system that sets both parties up for ongoing success. We’re excited to continue innovating together.”

More than 1 million teams, leagues and clubs use SportsEngine to run their websites, tournaments, leagues, online registration and mobile apps. Through these applications, sports teams, clubs and leagues are able to drastically reduce the time they spend on administration and communication, allowing them to focus more time on developing their athletes. United Soccer Coaches joins the SportsEngine enterprise roster of clients which includes other professional league partners and national governing bodies.

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About Ontario Soccer

Founded in 1901, Ontario Soccer is comprised of more than 650 Clubs and Private Academies servicing over 24,000 teams with 380,000 registered players, 70,000 coaches and managers, and 10,000 match officials, as well as countless volunteers, parents and supporters comprising a direct, multi-cultural community of over 1,000,000 Ontarians.

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