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Four of America’s greatest tennis champions face off $ 1,000,000<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n New York<\/span><\/span>, January 18, 2023<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Horizon Sports & Experiences (HS&E), an innovative agency that combines sports, experiential marketing and media capabilities, First pickleball slam<\/b> Tennis legends appear Andre Agassi<\/span>, Michael Chang<\/span>, John McEnroe<\/span>When Andy Roddick<\/span><\/b> compete for $ 1,000,000<\/span> wallet. Created and produced by HS&E and InsideOut Sports & Entertainment (ISE), his 2023 event will take place at Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. hollywood, florida<\/span> upon April 2nd (Sun)<\/span> It will be broadcast live exclusively on ESPN. 12:00 pm<\/span> Eastern, just ahead of the NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship.<\/p>\n \u201cPickleball is nothing short of a cultural phenomenon, experiencing exponential growth across genders, age groups, geographies and income levels. It represents a fusion, and as pickleball continues to grow in popularity for brands, it will give us the opportunity to interact with avid fans and amateur players alike.” David Levy<\/span>, Co-CEO, HS&E. \u201cWe look forward to bringing together four of America\u2019s most iconic tennis legends in this landmark event that marks another milestone in America\u2019s fastest growing sport.\u201d<\/p>\n SRAM marks the beginning of five event partnerships with Hard Rock, HS&E and ISE, showcasing HS&E’s innovation, creativity and engagement strategies to drive growth for sponsors’ brands and businesses. His future Pickleball Slams will be held at various hard rock locations. The first Grand Slam will feature a singles match between his two legends, Roddick vs. Chan, followed by McEnroe vs. Agassi in the second. The final match of the day will be a doubles match between McEnroe and Chan against Roddick and Agassi.The division will be decided in the final $ 1,000,000<\/span> wallet.<\/p>\n \u201cWe are extremely excited to host our first pickleball slam at Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. hollywood, florida<\/span>,” Said Keith Sheldon<\/span>, President of Entertainment at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. \u201cHard Rock Live has become synonymous with big events, and having four of the biggest names in American tennis compete live nationally for the biggest prize money in pickleball history helps build on that reputation. We are honored to partner with HS&E to debut The Slam at The Guitar Hotel.”<\/p>\n The 2023 Pickleball Slam includes an Amateur Challenge. Friday, March 31st<\/span> When Saturday, April 1<\/span>There will be 96 doubles teams participating, on a first-come, first-served basis. $10,000<\/span> Team awards and the chance to play against two legends from tennis to pickleball before the televised event April 2nd (Sun)<\/span>The weekend also includes a Saturday night banquet with Q&A with tennis legends.<\/p>\n For more information and to register for the Slam Amateur Challenge, please visit www.thepickleballslam.com.Slam tickets on sale February 10<\/span>.<\/p>\n \nHorizon Sports & Experience (HS&E)<\/b>\n<\/p>\n Horizon Sports & Experiences (HS&E) is an affiliate of Horizon Media, the largest media agency in the United States, according to AdAge Data Center 2022.,<\/u> We offer a unique and complementary combination of sports, experiential marketing and media capabilities. HS&E focuses on IP creation and monetization, strategic advice and consulting, media rights, sponsorships, sales, experience, metaverse, and Web 3.0 strategy and activation. HS&E and co-CEO David Levy Chris Weil<\/span>.<\/p>\n \nhorizon media<\/b>\n<\/p>\n Horizon Media, Inc, the largest media agency in the United States, delivers data-driven business outcomes for some of the most innovative and ambitious brands, according to AdAge Data Center 2022. Founded in 1989, head office location New York<\/span>and have offices in Los Angeles<\/span> When Toronto<\/span>the company employs 2,400 people and invests in media $9 billion<\/span>Horizon Media’s core belief is that business is personal, connecting brands with their customers, engaging with their own employees, and providing an industry-leading workplace satisfaction (Glassdoor) approach. We are promoting. The company is consistently recognized by independent media for client excellence and has won several “Best Workplaces” awards, reflecting its commitment to DEI and the life and well-being of everyone at Horizon Media doing.<\/p>\n \nInside Out Sports + Entertainment (ISE)<\/b>\n<\/p>\n Inside Out Sports + Entertainment (ISE) <\/b>is an independent Los Angeles-based event producer founded by former World No. 1 and Hall of Fame tennis player in 2004. Jim Courier<\/span> Former SFX and Clear Channel executive Jon Venison. InsideOut owns and operates many unique events and promotions, including the Champions Series, the Legendary Nights Series of Exhibitions, and numerous customized private and public outings. To date, InsideOut has produced over 300 events in 44 states and 12 countries, and has strong charity partnerships with every public event he owns or produces.Since its inception, InsideOut events have been $5 million<\/span> for various charitable activities.<\/p>\n \nAbout Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood<\/b>\n<\/p>\n The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is Hard Rock International’s flagship integrated resort owned by the Seminoles. florida<\/span>Famous Entertainment, Gaming and Hospitality Destinations Announced $1.5 billion<\/span> Expanded in 2019, highlighting the debut of the world’s first and only Guitar Hotel. Located between three hotel towers, the resort boasts 1,271 luxurious rooms. Amenities include the 42,000 square foot Rock Spa\u00ae & Salon. 18 acres of recreational water experience. private “Bora Bora<\/span>” style cabanas, 20+ dining options, 2,700+ slots, 200+ table games, expansive gaming floor with 45-table poker room, 120,000 square feet of premier meeting and convention space, 26,000 square feet of hardware Ranked 5th in the world by gross revenue in 2022 in their respective categories by Polestar Magazine and Billboard, Rock Live will feature A-list entertainers and performers, sporting events and live broadcasts in an intimate setting of 7,000 people. Highlights: Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood is located on 87 acres of the Hollywood Seminole Reservation on State Road 7 (US Highway 441). : Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Twitter: @HardRockHolly<\/a>Instagram: @HardRockHolly.<\/p>\n About ESPN\n<\/p>\n ESPN, Inc. is a leading global multinational multimedia sports entertainment brand featuring an unrivaled portfolio of sports assets. This includes eight US 24-hour television networks (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNEWS, ESPNU, ESPN Deportes, Longhorn Network, SEC Network, and ACC Network; five with HD simulcast services \u2013 ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS , and ESPN Deportes). Other businesses include consumer video service ESPN+, ESPN audio (broadcast, satellite, digital, podcasts), a suite of digital services (ESPN.com and many other sites, ESPN apps, fantasy games, etc.), multi Includes screen. ESPN3 operates on every continent around the world through media including 40+ networks, espnW, consumer products and ESPN events.original Bristol, Connecticut<\/span>, ESPN, is 80% owned by ABC, Inc., an indirect subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company. Hearst owns his 20% stake in ESPN.<\/p>\n source horizon media<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/rt.prnewswire.com\/rt.gif?NewsItemId=NY89484&Transmission_Id=202301180829PR_NEWS_USPR_____NY89484&DateId=20230118\")
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