The 2nd Round | Issue 2

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SlapFIGHT 38: FREAKSHOW -
Like Nothing You’ve Seen Before!

SlapFIGHT 38: FREAKSHOW - the wildest slap event in history takes center stage this Saturday night. This scheduled event will have you at the edge of your seat from start to finish!

Here’s the deets on the event:

Re-watch the CarJitsu 11 action on YouTube!

CarJitsu 11 🚗🥋 was action-packed from start to finish! Go watch the replay of the entire event on PLN Youtube

You won’t want to miss CarJitsu 12 which airs live on Stadium 10/11/24!

Upcoming PLN Events

Amateur Hour 🃏 - Backyard Brawls, Snail Racing, Trick shots… We’ve got Minor Leaguers' making big plays!

Raw Dogging a round of golf 🏌️

The Water Balloon Challenge 🎈

Gun-Jitsu 🔫🥋

Gone’ Viral🦠📈 - Trending Social Clips & Highlights from around the world 🌎 of organized and/or professional alternative sports leagues.

Putt Tour’s Travis Walsh Celebrates Hole in One 🏌️

Leah Herrfort showed off a Floorball hat trick 🏑

TekBall might be a future Olympic sport ⚽

Scouting Report 🔥 - Hot stories you won’t find discussed on traditional sports media, emerging athletes, new and important events, league launches, The business and money behind Alternative sports

Kai Cenat wins LBA Championship 🏀🏆

Popular streamer and YouTuber Kai Cenat has clinched the championship title in the Little Ballers Association (LBA), a fictional basketball league of his own creation. The 22-year-old internet sensation celebrated his victory by posting a photo mimicking Kobe Bryant's iconic pose with the championship trophy.

The LBA, the brainchild of Cenat, is a unique blend of reality and fiction, featuring the streamer playing basketball alongside children. Despite its fictional nature, the league boasts impressive production value, complete with a custom-designed court, professional referees, and an enthusiastic fan base.

Cenat's journey to the championship was not without drama. The league's structure included a mock draft and a series of four games played over consecutive days. Representing the New York Sky, Cenat led his team to victory against Dallas and Atlanta before triumphing over Phoenix in the semifinals.

The championship game on Wednesday saw Cenat overcoming a reported right knee sprain to secure the title. The entire event, streamed live from Cenat's Atlanta bedroom, showcased his knack for elaborate pranks and his ability to engage his audience creatively.

This innovative approach to content creation highlights the evolving landscape of entertainment, where the lines between traditional sports, streaming, and fictional narratives continue to blur.

The Creator League is the future of sports 🏀🔴

House of Highlights has taken the creator world by storm with its innovative Creator League, bringing together some of the biggest names in social media for epic sports showdowns. This groundbreaking series has revolutionized how Gen-Z fans engage with live sports content, blending traditional athletics with the star power of internet celebrities.

The Creator League has featured thrilling events like 5v5 basketball tournaments and high-stakes dodgeball matches, all streamed live across multiple platforms. Top creators like Mark Phillips, Jidion, and MMG have battled it out on the court, while others like FaZe Clan and RDCworld1 have dodged their way to glory34.

These events aren't just about the competition they're full-blown productions. With custom-built arenas, professional camera crews, and even production trucks on site, House of Highlights delivers a viewing experience that rivals traditional sports broadcasts.

Before House of Highlights, MrBeast attempted his own ‘The Creator League’. This was a short-lived e-sports platform which launched in September 2023. It featured top internet stars and video game streamers, with promotion by MrBeast. However, it collapsed after just 5 days due to controversy over the undisclosed use of blockchain technology

The Creator League has become so influential that even the NBA has taken notice, launching its own "Creator Cup" during the In-Season Tournament. As the line between traditional sports and digital entertainment continues to blur, the Creator League stands at the forefront, redefining what it means to be a sports fan in the digital age.

Pushin’ “P” 🅿️: That’s Partnerships and PR from the past week highlighting the big brands showing love to emerging leagues and talent 🏓

Revolutionizing Sports Productions Through AI, Automation, and Cloud Technology

The International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) 2024 has shed light on the key investment areas for sports productions, highlighting a shift towards efficiency and innovation. Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerged as a central topic, with a focus on its implementation in media asset management systems to enhance content archiving and retrieval.

Automation continues to be a priority, with technologies like Viz Mosart acting as "production assistants" to streamline workflows and reduce energy consumption. This shift allows creative professionals to focus on more challenging tasks, ultimately improving production quality.

Data visualization remains crucial in sports broadcasting, with advancements in promising immersive experiences that put viewers in athletes' perspectives. . The industry is moving towards creating complete 3D environments driven by data and visualized through graphics.

Cloud production is gaining traction, offering versatility for both major broadcasters and niche sports. It enables centralized facilities to create additional feeds and allows smaller productions to improve quality while reducing costs.

The overarching theme at IBC 2024 was "doing more with less," emphasizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Sports productions are investing in technologies that not only streamline operations but also cater to diverse viewing preferences across multiple platforms and languages1

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