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Five Trends That Will Shape the Future of Sports Licensing

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief With the Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show coming up, we’ve turned our attention to the ways the sector is changing in the face of pandemic pressure and technological change. Professional sports licensing, after all, took a savage beating during the pandemic in terms of revenue, but TLL believes the industry also used that time to … [Read more...] about Five Trends That Will Shape the Future of Sports Licensing

Sports Licensing in Bullish Mood For Upcoming Tailgate Show

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you had any doubts that the sports industry is back, you just had to see what happened in the hours after Lionel Messi kicked in the winning goal for Argentina in the World Cup. Literally millions of fans packed the streets and plazas of Buenos Aires and other Argentinian cities, and licensed Messi jerseys sold out world wide within … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing in Bullish Mood For Upcoming Tailgate Show

Merchantwise to Manage Licensing for Australian Olympic Committee

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Let the games begin! In the leadup to the 2024 Olympic Games, Merchantwise has already won the equivalent of a licensing gold medal. Merchantwise announced it has been selected by the Australian Olympic Committee as master licensee to drive its licensing and merchandising program. The leading Australian licensing agency will run the AOC's … [Read more...] about Merchantwise to Manage Licensing for Australian Olympic Committee

Apparel Brand Macron To Release Apparel Line for World Rugby

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter In a partnership facilitated by IMG, the apparel brand Macron is releasing the World Rugby 2023 tournament’s officially licensed merchandise line. IMG represented World Rugby as its Global Master Licensee for the deal with the Macron sportswear brand. IMG is a subsidiary of Endeavor that specializes in sports, licensing, fashion, events … [Read more...] about Apparel Brand Macron To Release Apparel Line for World Rugby

Music Licensing: The Webster To Host Licensed Elton John Pop-Up Installation

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Elton John and Bravado have announced an LA-based experiential licensing takeover headlined with a pop-up installation at the multi-brand retailer, The Webster. The licensing experience was managed on behalf of Elton John by Bravado, Universal Music Group's merchandise and brand management company. The installation details at the … [Read more...] about Music Licensing: The Webster To Host Licensed Elton John Pop-Up Installation

Licensing Trends: NIL Changes See Athletes Earning Big Bucks on TikTok

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Savvy college athletes are generating huge returns from social media, now that the NCAA allows them to earn money from Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deals. The social video company Curastory has unearthed data that shows college athletes are earning as much as $80,000 for a single social media posts. As well, the top earning … [Read more...] about Licensing Trends: NIL Changes See Athletes Earning Big Bucks on TikTok

Sports Licensing: Nascar’s New Snugible Redefines ‘Fast Fashion’

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief When you're watching race cars roar around the track 200 times, you want to be extra comfy. That's why NASCAR has partnered on an officially licensed Snugible that will be added to Orange Onions' product line form Plushible. Snugibles are a unique two-in-one wearable blanket/hoodie, that can also roll up into its hood and zips up to … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing: Nascar’s New Snugible Redefines ‘Fast Fashion’

Arsenal x TfL Collab a Football Match Made in Heaven

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TSBA Group has brokered a deal between Arsenal Football Club and Transport for London for a licensed apparel and accessories collection. The licensed product range celebrates Arsenal station, the London Underground station named after the Arsenal Football Club, following its name change from Gillespie Road in 1932. “It is wonderful to … [Read more...] about Arsenal x TfL Collab a Football Match Made in Heaven

NFL and Arcade1Up Have Officially Released NFL Blitz Legends

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The NFL and Arcade1Up have officially launched NFL Blitz Legends, a home arcade machine featuring three remastered titles from the NFL Blitz game franchise. “Working with Arcade1Up to revive NFL Blitz allows a new wave of fans to enjoy the iconic franchise while also giving existing fans the chance to experience the classic game they grew … [Read more...] about NFL and Arcade1Up Have Officially Released NFL Blitz Legends

Octane5 Enters the NIL Licensing Game with The Brandr Group

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Licensing software creator Octane5 has announced a new partnership with The Brandr Group, developing an authentication program for student athletes. Octane5 is the developer of the top licensing software program BrandComply, the BrandComply College system, as well as the Verity Security Hang Tags and Labels, while TBG is a leading … [Read more...] about Octane5 Enters the NIL Licensing Game with The Brandr Group