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

On this episode, hear from:
Bloomberg's Sri Taylor on President Trump's comments that he could seek to move the 2026 FIFA World Cup games out of Boston and shift the 2028 Olympics from Los Angeles if he thought those cities weren't properly prepared or if conditions weren't safe.
Bloomberg News global business of sports reporter Ira Boudway on his recent Bloomberg Businessweek piece on Dick's Sporting Goods recent success relatively to its competition driven by spending on youth sports
Peter Frintzilas, the CEO of TeamSnap, a leading management platform for youth sports and coaches, on his company and private equity's push into the space

Join hosts Michael Barr, Damian Sassower and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. On this episode, hear from:
<ul>
<li>Bloomberg's Sri Taylor on President Trump's comments that he could seek to move the 2026 FIFA World Cup games out of Boston and shift the 2028 Olympics from Los Angeles if he thought those cities weren't properly prepared or if conditions weren't safe.</li>
<li>Bloomberg News global business of sports reporter Ira Boudway on his recent Bloomberg Businessweek piece on Dick's Sporting Goods recent success relatively to its competition driven by spending on youth sports</li>
<li>Peter Frintzilas, the CEO of TeamSnap, a leading management platform for youth sports and coaches, on his company and private equity's push into the space</li>
</ul>

Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams 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 games.

Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams 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 games.

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.

Bloomberg Business of Sports

Trump Warns Boston, LA of Relocating Major Events, TeamSnap CEO Peter Frintzilas 

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.


The New York Knicks reaching the NBA Finals for the first time this century and facing emerging superstar Victor Wembanyama promises to become one of the most-watched championships in league history.


In his second season, the 22-year-old Wembanyama is making a case to be the next face of the league, Kosner said. His unique mix of size and skill — he’s the league’s best shot-blocker while also a skilled shooter and ballhandler — has led him to be nicknamed “The Alien.”


The Knicks have their own superstar in Jalen Brunson, a crafty 6-foot-2 guard who could make a claim on being the league’s biggest star by leading New York to its first title in more than 50 years.
This week's show features:
Randall Williams on the road as he travels to cover the NBA Finals firsthand
Joe Perello, former New York City Chief Marketing Officer

Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
 The New York Knicks reaching the NBA Finals for the first time this century and facing emerging superstar Victor Wembanyama promises to become one of the most-watched championships in league history.
 In his second season, the 22-year-old Wembanyama is making a case to be the next face of the league, Kosner said. His unique mix of size and skill &mdash; he&rsquo;s the league&rsquo;s best shot-blocker while also a skilled shooter and ballhandler &mdash; has led him to be nicknamed &ldquo;The Alien.&rdquo;
 The Knicks have their own superstar in Jalen Brunson, a crafty 6-foot-2 guard who could make a claim on being the league&rsquo;s biggest star by leading New York to its first title in more than 50 years. This week's show features:
<ul>
<li>Randall Williams on the road as he travels to cover the NBA Finals firsthand</li>
<li>Joe Perello, former New York City Chief Marketing Officer</li>
</ul>

Knicks-Spurs Finals Clash Elevates Jalen Brunson to NYC Royalty

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Join host Vanessa Perdomo for a special edition of the Bloomberg Business of Soccer as she speaks with Matt Rizzetta, the founder and managing partner of Underdog Global Partners. He is the owner of multiple sports franchises across Italy including Campobosso FC, Donna Roma and Napoli Basketball. Rizzetta has had conversations with the owners of SSC Napoli about building the brand of Napoli into a true global juggernaut.

Join host Vanessa Perdomo for a special edition of the Bloomberg Business of Soccer as she speaks with Matt Rizzetta, the founder and managing partner of Underdog Global Partners. He is the owner of multiple sports franchises across Italy including Campobosso FC, Donna Roma and Napoli Basketball. Rizzetta has had conversations with the owners of SSC Napoli about building the brand of Napoli into a true global juggernaut.

Business of Soccer: Napoli Potentially Becoming Next $2 Billion Sports City

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

This week's show features:
Paul Tenorio, senior writer at The Athletic and author of "The Messi Effect" on how soccer superstar Lionel Messi changed the sport & how the upcoming FIFA World Cup could boost the sport even more in the US
Andrew Thompson, managing director at SailGP on the upcoming Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix

Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. This week's show features:
<ul>
<li>Paul Tenorio, senior writer at The Athletic and author of "The Messi Effect" on how soccer superstar Lionel Messi changed the sport &amp; how the upcoming FIFA World Cup could boost the sport even more in the US</li>
<li>Andrew Thompson, managing director at SailGP on the upcoming Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix</li>
</ul>

'The Messi Effect' with The Athletic's Paul Tenorio & SailGP's Andrew Thompson

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Trump Warns Boston, LA of Relocating Major Events, TeamSnap CEO Peter Frintzilas

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