Consul General of Greece Presents Wreaths to Boston Athletic Association for Boston Marathon Winners
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Consul General of Greece Presents Wreaths to Boston Athletic Association for Boston Marathon Winners

Wreath Presentation
Wreath Presentation

Consul General Symeon Tegos presents golden olive wreath to BAA Chairman Dr. Michael O’Leary and BAA President Jack Fleming

At the Annual Boston Marathon Wreath Ceremony, held at the Consulate General of Greece in Boston and cosponsored by the Alpha Omega Council of Boston, Consul General Symeon Tegos presented four olive branch wreaths from Greece to the Boston Athletic Association, which will be used to crown the winners of Monday’s 127th running of the Boston Marathon.

“I am honored to present these four gold wreaths, cut from the plains of Marathon, as a gift from Greece. These wreaths connect Greece with the Boston Marathon and ideals of democracy and peace,” said Tegos.

“It is an honor for us to be here at the Boston Marathon Wreath Ceremony,” said BAA Chairman Dr. Michael O’Leary. “Boston is the Athens of America. This describes our cultural and intellectual traditions and our legacy of democracy.”

Also present at the ceremony were Meb Keflezghi, winner of the 2014 Boston Marathon and Olympic Medalist. Meb spoke of reuniting with his father in Athens, Greece, after his family fled war in Eritria. The family then moved to the United States. Meb spoke of his special connection with Greece and how proud he was to be wrapped in the American flag after winning the Boston Marathon and then being crowned with a golden olive wreath from Greece.

Worcester County Sheriff Lew Evangilides spoke of his experience running the Boston Marathon and thanked the Consul General reminding all of the Boston Marathon’s connection to Greece.

The Wreath Ceremony was established 40 years ago, when the Republic of Greece and the Boston Athletic Association formally established the Wreath Ceremony, in which the Greek people gift the wreaths to the BAA.

Today’s Wreath presentation was cosponsored by the Consulate General of Greece in Boston and the Alpha Omega Council of Boston, a Greek-American organization cultivating the ideals of Hellenism by uniting Americans of Hellenic descent and Philhellenes through philanthropy and fellowship. “The Marathon is a time when the connection between our countries shines brightest,” said Alpha Omega President Paul Tsitsopoulos. “I am very proud that we have been able to keep these beautiful traditions alive and help remind all of the Boston Marathon’s roots in Ancient Greece.”

The wreaths are offered in the name of Stylianos Kyriakides, a true humanitarian, patriot, and marathon champion. His 1946 Boston Marathon victory, over renowned marathoner Johnny Kelley, is still considered one of the most memorable in Boston Marathon history.  After his victory, Kyriakides toured the United States, raising funds and medical supplies for his countrymen who were suffering from the aftermath of WWII and their heroic resistance to Nazism. Upon returning home to Athens, he was met in the streets by a million people.

The Boston Marathon will take place Monday, April 17, 2023.

Contact Information:

Symeon Tegos

Consulate General of Greece in Boston

[email protected]

617-523-0100

Paul Tsitsopoulos

Alpha Omega President

[email protected]

781-248-9884

Peter Lemonias

Committee Chair

[email protected]

617-571-6315

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EventConnect Sports Announces a New Partnership With Athletx
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EventConnect Sports Announces a New Partnership With Athletx

Leading youth sports management software provider, EventConnect announced a new long-term partnership with Athletx Sports Group, one of the most prominent organizers of youth baseball leagues and tournaments in the U.S…

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Shockoe Hosts a Fireside Chat With the NFL and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America @ NFL Draft, Hosted by Kansas City Chiefs
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Shockoe Hosts a Fireside Chat With the NFL and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America @ NFL Draft, Hosted by Kansas City Chiefs

Alex Otanez, Shockoe’s CEO, will lead a discussion on the importance of shared value partnerships during the NFL Draft.

This week, award-winning app agency Shockoe will converse with industry leaders during the NFL Draft at the Brand Innovators Sports Marketing Summit. Shockoe’s CEO Alex Otanez will lead a fireside chat with Tim Ellis, the Chief Marketing Officer at the National Football League (NFL), and Artis Stevens, President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Throughout the conversation, Shockoe, the NFL, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America will discuss how the right partnerships can create lasting authentic relationships that benefit fans, employees, and the communities they live and work in. 

“Much like the NFL and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Shockoe is committed to developing authentic partnerships across industries that align with our values,” said Alex Otanez, CEO of Shockoe. “Apps play a crucial role in building these connections across fan bases and communities. I’m looking forward to learning from the NFL and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America about the opportunities they see for their organizations.”

As part of a larger event with Brand Innovators, the fireside chat will explore how the NFL and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America have leveraged their partnership to authentically position their brands and create organizational change that energizes employees and fans alike. Otanez, Ellis, and Stevens will discuss specific examples of how partnerships rooted in shared values have led to successful outcomes and innovations.

Building on the partnership discussion, the Shockoe team looks forward to continuing its commitment to its core values and positively impacting a billion users by 2030. Through transparent collaboration with clients across industries, Shockoe is driven to create a measurable impact that improves the lives of those who interact with its clients. 

Learn more at: https://shockoe.com
 

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About Shockoe
The best brands in sports and entertainment are born in a moment, but they’re grown by experiences that amplify the impact of that moment. At Shockoe, we create mobile apps that connect your biggest believers directly to your brand, blending technology and design to extend the fan experience. Whether you’re trying to build a loyal base or a legion of true believers, we know exactly what it takes to turn fans into superfans. 

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Ashley Hyman

Marketing Director

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877.696.7001

Dan Cui

VP of Sales & Business Development

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877.696.7001

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Historic 2023 U.S. Open Polo Championship Closes Out a Record Year at the Sport’s Premier Destination in Palm Beach County, Florida
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Historic 2023 U.S. Open Polo Championship Closes Out a Record Year at the Sport’s Premier Destination in Palm Beach County, Florida

Park Place Wins First-Ever U.S. Open Championship Title Over Valiente with a Score of 12-11

The 2023 U.S. Open Polo Championship® has officially closed out the American high-goal polo season at the USPA National Polo Center (NPC) – Wellington, the sport’s premier destination, with a thrilling win by Team Park Place over Team Valiente in a score of 12-11, with more than $200,000 awarded to finalists in the 2023 tournament season. 

The U.S. Open Polo Championship is recognized as being the most prestigious tournament in the United States and showcases some of the world’s best polo players and equine athletes. Played at the U.S. Polo Assn. Stadium at NPC, the U.S. Open final achieved record attendance and aired to a record global audience across multiple ESPN platforms.

In the action-packed final game, which was interrupted at half-time by heavy downpours on Sunday, April 23, and finished Monday, April 24, Valiente, led by Adolfo Cambiaso, played Park Place, led by Hilario Ulloa. The game was neck and neck, where ultimately Park Place prevailed in the closing minutes of the sixth chukker as Ulloa received a pass from teammate Juan Britos and ran the ball up the field to put his team up by one, guaranteeing the win. This amazing play gave Park Place their very first U.S. Open Polo Championship title with a final score of 12-11, taking home $100,000 in addition to the highly coveted trophy.

“Congratulations to Park Place and their Captain Hilario Ulloa for this incredible win, and their first-time U.S. Open Polo Championship title, as well as to Valiente and Adolfo Cambiaso for such a well-fought game and tournament overall,” said Stewart Armstrong, Chairman of the USPA. “The USPA is proud to have such outstanding players, teams and equine partners, and we are grateful to the partners and supporters who made this season possible.”

“With such exciting and high-profile polo events ranging from the XII Federation of International Polo (FIP) World Polo Championship and the historic Westchester Cup to the U.S. Open Women’s Polo Championship and the U.S. Open Men’s Polo Championship, among many more great games, the 2023 polo season proved to be both a record-breaking and unforgettable season,” added Armstrong. 

U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association, donated to the finalists’ charities of choice, including the following: Homes for Horses Coalition, Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame, Polo for Life, Polo Players Support Group, Polo Pony Rescue, Polo Training Foundation, Replay Polo, Retired Racehorse Project, Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center, and Work to Ride Program

“We are proud to partner with the United States Polo Association, the National Polo Center, ESPN and Palm Beach County to increase exposure and create more fans for the sport of polo, locally and around the world, where the U.S. Polo Assn. brand is available,” says J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global Licensing Inc., which manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “U.S. Polo Assn. is also so honored to support the U.S. Open Polo Championship and so many important and deserving polo-based charities,” Prince added. 

Watch the re-broadcast of the U.S. Open Polo Championship on ESPNews on Saturday, April 29. Check your local listing for air times. 

This U.S. Open final marked the end of the first full season at NPC since its landmark purchase by the USPA in the Fall of 2022. Fans can buy U.S. Open Polo Championship® official merchandise at USPAPro

About U.S. Polo Assn. 

U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the nonprofit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through some 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores and thousands of department stores as well as sporting goods channels, independent retailers and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in more than 190 countries worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn. was named one of the top five sports licensors in 2022, according to License Global. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn

USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and its exclusive worldwide licensor. USPAGL manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand and is the steward of the USPA’s intellectual properties, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, which provides polo, sport and lifestyle content. A historic, multiyear, global arrangement has been signed by USPAGL and ESPN for the world’s leading sports content provider to air many of the top championship polo games in the U.S., allowing millions of global sports fans and consumers to enjoy the sport across ESPN’s broadcast and streaming platforms. For more sport content, visit globalpolo.com

About the United States Polo Association® (USPA) 

The United States Polo Association was organized and exists for the purposes of promoting the game of polo, coordinating the activities of its Member Clubs and Registered Players, arranging and supervising polo tournaments, competitions and games, and providing rules, handicaps, and conditions for those tournaments, competitions, and games including the safety and welfare of participants and mounts. Founded in 1890, the USPA is the national governing body for the sport of polo. The USPA is currently comprised of almost 200 member clubs with thousands of individual members and oversees 40 national tournaments. For more information, please visit uspolo.org.

Contact Information:

Stacey Kovalsky

Senior Director, Global Communications

[email protected]

+001.561.790.8036

Shannon Stilson

VP, Sports Marketing & Media

[email protected]

+001.561.227.6994

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World Concern Partners With USA Olympian Sarah Sponcil to Inspire and Transform Lives
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World Concern Partners With USA Olympian Sarah Sponcil to Inspire and Transform Lives

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