By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Basketball superstar LeBron James has signed an exclusive deal to join Fanatics Collectibles, the company's trading card division. Terms of the deal were not publicly disclosed, but collectibles insiders say the deal could be worth roughly $5 million a year for James. The deal sees James stepping away from long-time trading card … [Read more...] about LeBron James Joins Fanatics in Reported $5 Million Trading Card Deal
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Nike and Tiger Woods End Historic 27-Year Partnership
By Gary SymonsTLL Editor in Chief Golf legend Tiger Woods and Nike have ended their historic, half-billion dollar partnership after 27 years. The storied golfer broke barriers when he signed a $40 million contract with Nike that, at the time, many people thought was massively overvalued. But neither Nike nor Woods thought so, and over the years that partnership became … [Read more...] about Nike and Tiger Woods End Historic 27-Year Partnership
GrandPrix Originals USA Launches Gulf Oil Racing Apparel
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter GrandPrix Originals USA and Gulf Oil LP have signed an agreement to bring licensed Gulf Oil Racing apparel to the US market.Under the new licensing agreement, GrandPrix Originals USA is now offering a wide selection of officially licensed Gulf Oil Racing products that had been previously available in the European market.“Since Gulf Oil’s first … [Read more...] about GrandPrix Originals USA Launches Gulf Oil Racing Apparel
Aspire Secures New Licensees for Sauber’s Formula 1 Racing Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wildbrain's Aspire division has secured new partners for Sauber Motorsport's Alfa Romeo Formula 1 Team Stake licensing program. The new licensees secured for Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake include multiple product categories such as apparel, collectibles, posters, figurines and more."The scope of these deals highlights the global surge in popularity … [Read more...] about Aspire Secures New Licensees for Sauber’s Formula 1 Racing Team
Fashion Brand Kappa Named Official Outfitter for 24 Hours of Le Mans
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Italian fashion house Kappa was named as outfitter for the 24 Hours of Le Mans by the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO). The 2024 Le Mans race is expected to run before a full house, as the ACO has reported "unprecedented ticket sales" for what many consider the world's premiere auto racing event. Along with the Monaco Grand Prix … [Read more...] about Fashion Brand Kappa Named Official Outfitter for 24 Hours of Le Mans
JCB Signs Long-Term Licensing Partnership With Monster Jam Sports Brand
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter JCB has secured a multi-year licensing partnership with Monster Jam as the motorsports brands' official heavy equipment partner.Monster Jam is a live sports brand that is operated by Feld Entertainment's arena and stadium event division Feld Motor Sports. Monster Jam events typically include racing, two-wheel trick, and freestyle monster truck … [Read more...] about JCB Signs Long-Term Licensing Partnership With Monster Jam Sports Brand
Who’s News: UFC Promotes Meghan Mernin to VP of Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter UFC is promoting Meghan Mernin to the position of VP of licensing for global consumer products.Since Mernin initially joined UFC in 2021, she has worked to drive new business for the MMA organization and establish a specialized licensing program for the company's niche market.Mernin has also been responsible for securing and directing UFC’s … [Read more...] about Who’s News: UFC Promotes Meghan Mernin to VP of Licensing
Panini America Signs New NIL Partnership With Volleyball Star Lexi Rodriguez
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterPanini America has signed a new NIL licensing partnership with All-America volleyball player Lexi Rodriguez from the University of Nebraska.The new partnership with Rodriguez represents Panini’s first name, image, and likeness (NIL) partnership with a female collegiate athlete.Rodriguez will be featured in a line of limited-edition collectible … [Read more...] about Panini America Signs New NIL Partnership With Volleyball Star Lexi Rodriguez
Travis Kelce Scores With Frozen BBQ Meal Entrees at Walmart
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kansas City Chief's star tight end Travis Kelce—aka Taylor Swift's boyfriend—has a new line of frozen BBQ dinners at Walmart. Kelce is said to love Kansas City barbecue almost as much as certain pop stars, as it's rumored he can often be found at Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que enjoying the burnt ends or meat-packed Z-Man … [Read more...] about Travis Kelce Scores With Frozen BBQ Meal Entrees at Walmart
Lululemon and Peloton Go From Fitness Foes to Fitness Friends
Parties Agree to 'Stay in Their Lane' in Five-Year Strategic Agreement By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The fitness war is over, as lululemon and Peloton have signed a strategic global partnership in which both parties agree to stick to what they know best. The two fitness companies were formerly embroiled in legal action, with lululemon accusing Peloton of copying their … [Read more...] about Lululemon and Peloton Go From Fitness Foes to Fitness Friends