On this special bonus edition of the Bloomberg Business of Sports, Velocity Capital Management founding partner David Abrams and Texas Permanent School Fund CEO and CIO Robert "Bob" Borden detail the latter's recent anchor investment of $200 million into Velocity’s flagship Opportunity Fund. They also react to the news of legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick agreeing to terms with the University of North Carolina Tar Heels, and what it signals about future investments in the college sports landscape.

They speak with hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower.

On this special bonus edition of the Bloomberg Business of Sports, Velocity Capital Management founding partner David Abrams and Texas Permanent School Fund CEO and CIO Robert "Bob" Borden detail the latter's recent anchor investment of $200 million into Velocity&rsquo;s flagship Opportunity Fund. They also react to the news of legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick agreeing to terms with the University of North Carolina Tar Heels, and what it signals about future investments in the college sports landscape. They speak with hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower.

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the final score.

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the final score.

Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry.

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BONUS: Texas Permanent Bets Big on Sports Ventures With Velocity CM

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Join hosts Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly and Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. 

Former Super Bowl winning NFL head coach and NFL Network analyst Brian Billick joins to share his thoughts on the NFL season as we head closer to the playoffs, with players like Josh Allen and teams like the Philadelphia Eagles playing their best at the right time. 

Bloomberg Opinion columnist Adam Minter joins to discuss his latest piece on how Saudi-backed LIV Golf has pressured the PGA to boost player pay and more. 

Plus, hear a portion of a special conversation Jason Kelly had with former NBA All Star Jamal Mashburn.

Join hosts Scarlet Fu, Damian Sassower and guest hosts Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly and Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.&nbsp;
Former Super Bowl winning NFL head coach and NFL Network analyst Brian Billick joins to share his thoughts on the NFL season as we head closer to the playoffs, with players like Josh Allen and teams like the Philadelphia Eagles playing their best at the right time.&nbsp;
Bloomberg Opinion columnist Adam Minter joins to discuss his latest piece on how Saudi-backed LIV Golf has pressured the PGA to boost player pay and more.&nbsp;
Plus, hear a portion of a special conversation Jason Kelly had with former NBA All Star Jamal Mashburn.

Former NFL Head Coach Brian Billick On Playoff Picture; How LIV Pushed PGA To Pay Up

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
Juan Soto signs a record-breaking 15 year, $765 million dollar contract from the New York Mets. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Conor Sen argues why the deal is good for the game of baseball.
Velocity Capital Management founding partner David Abrams and Texas Permanent School Fund CEO and CIO Bob Borden talk the future of alternative investment in sports as several NFL teams announce selling stakes to private equity firms. Plus the Texas Permanent School Fund's anchor investment of $200 million into Velocity's flagship Opportunity Fund.
Plus, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo introduce us to the newest WNBA franchise, the Golden State Valkyries. They have a conversation with Valkyries' general manager Ohemma Nyanin and head coach Natalie Nasake.

Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
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<li>Juan Soto signs a record-breaking 15 year, $765 million dollar contract from the New York Mets. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Conor Sen argues why the deal is good for the game of baseball.</li>
<li>Velocity Capital Management founding partner David Abrams and Texas Permanent School Fund CEO and CIO Bob Borden talk the future of alternative investment in sports as several NFL teams announce selling stakes to private equity firms. Plus the Texas Permanent School Fund's anchor investment of $200 million into Velocity's flagship Opportunity Fund.</li>
<li>Plus, Bloomberg Originals sports correspondent Vanessa Perdomo introduce us to the newest WNBA franchise, the Golden State Valkyries. They have a conversation with Valkyries' general manager Ohemma Nyanin and head coach Natalie Nasake.</li>
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Juan Soto Inks Record-Breaking Deal; Velocity Capital Gets Big Investment From Texas

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Join hosts Michael Barr and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

Lebron James' media company, SpringHill, has never made money. Bloomberg News media and entertainment team leader Chris Palmeri joins to discuss why the basketball star's media business is on pace to lose million again this year after losing $28 million dollars in 2023. 

Nike and Foot Locker are mending fences and partnering together on new projects as both sportswear companies try to win back consumers. Bloomberg News reporter covering celebrity and athlete business deals Kim Bhasin details how Nike and Foot Locker's relationship frayed and what they're doing to rekindle it.

And Goulston & Storrs Sports Law Practice co-chair and Columbia University adjunct professor of law Marty Edel joins to discuss the legal ramifications of key issues in college athletics. 

Join hosts Michael Barr and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Lebron James' media company, SpringHill, has never made money. Bloomberg News media and entertainment team leader Chris Palmeri joins to discuss why the basketball star's media business is on pace to lose million again this year after losing $28 million dollars in 2023. Nike and Foot Locker are mending fences and partnering together on new projects as both sportswear companies try to win back consumers. Bloomberg News reporter covering celebrity and athlete business deals Kim Bhasin details how Nike and Foot Locker's relationship frayed and what they're doing to rekindle it. And Goulston &amp; Storrs Sports Law Practice co-chair and Columbia University adjunct professor of law Marty Edel joins to discuss the legal ramifications of key issues in college athletics.

Lebron's SpringHill Lost Almost $30 Million; Nike and Foot Locker Mend Fences 

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