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GameAbove Sports Announces Partnership with Kovacs Institute on Global Sports Performance Consultation

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Partnership Aims to Support Current and Future Investments With Latest Performance Sciences

FORT MYERS, Fla., Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — GameAbove Sports, a company focused on global sports business development, strategic investments, and empowering athletes, today announced a partnership with Kovacs Institute for strategic sports performance consultation for current and future sports partnerships. This significant commitment underscores GameAbove’s continuous strategic expansion into sports and its dedication to building long-term success for athletes and teams.

Kovacs Institute, led by Dr. Mark Kovacs, is internationally recognized for its comprehensive, science-based approach to optimizing human performance in sports, business, and life. The institute serves as a “chief performance officer” for clients, tailoring strategies for four main groups: elite sport athletes, executive athletes, lifestyle athletes, and tennis athletes. With a background in performance physiology and sports science, Dr. Kovacs has trained numerous elite athletes, including professional tennis champions, NFL, MLB, and PGA Tour athletes, and top executives seeking to enhance their performance in all aspects of life.

Dr. Kovacs’s extensive expertise includes leadership roles at the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and the Gatorade Sports Science Institute. He is a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). A former NCAA doubles champion at Auburn University. He holds numerous certifications in strength and conditioning and tennis performance and has been a trusted advisor to more than two dozen top professional tennis players.

This new partnership allows teams affiliated with GameAbove Sports the opportunity to leverage Kovacs Institute’s resources to improve player performance, reduce injury risk, and extend athletes’ careers. By utilizing data-driven insights and personalized performance strategies, teams can make informed decisions on player training, rehabilitation, and overall well-being, maximizing their return on investment in talent.

Kovacs Institute’s expertise will allow teams to create more effective training programs tailored to the unique needs of athletes at different levels. From youth programs to professional development, this partnership ensures athletes have access to specialized training that focuses on both the physical and mental aspects of sports. Additionally, the collaboration can open opportunities for mentorship and educational programs, empowering young athletes with knowledge and skills that extend beyond the field.

“At GameAbove Sports, we’re thrilled with our partnership with Kovacs Institute. This collaboration will allow us to elevate our sports investments and youth sports initiatives. By leveraging the expertise of Kovacs Institute, we’re setting a new standard for athletic development and inspiring the next generation to reach their full potential,” said GameAbove Founder and Chairman Keith J. Stone.

“Our partnership with GameAbove Sports marks an exciting step forward in advancing athlete performance and development across all levels and globally. By combining GameAbove’s commitment to supporting athletes with our expertise in sports science and biomechanics, we’re creating unique opportunities to enhance training, reduce injury risk, and elevate the standard of care for athletes,” said Kovacs Institute Founder and CEO Dr. Mark Kovacs. “Together, we’re dedicated to making an impact that empowers athletes to reach new heights and fosters long-term success in sports.”

GameAbove Sports is committed to expanding its strategic portfolio by investing in professional and youth teams, franchises, and leagues globally with innovative and flexible investment methods in meaningful minority and majority ownership positions. In addition to its partnership with Kovacs Institute, GameAbove Sports has recently acquired a meaningful ownership stake in the Brisbane Bullets of National Basketball League in Australia. GameAbove Sports seeks to grow the global presence of the athletes, teams, leagues, youth academies and sports-related entities it partners with.

For the latest news and updates on GameAbove Sports investments and partnerships, visit GameAboveSports.com.

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About GameAbove
GameAbove is a successful multifaceted brand consisting of charitable giving, capital investment, sports entertainment, and media ventures. It provides its portfolio companies the power to propel their business to the next level, fan and athlete experiences that aim to grow sports, and awe-inspiring cinematic experiences. Brands include GameAbove Capital, GameAbove Entertainment, GameAbove Sports, and GameAbove Giving. CapStone Holdings Inc. is the parent company of GameAbove. To learn more, visit GameAbove.com.

Follow GameAbove on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn @GameAbove, X @Game_Above and YouTube @GameAbove.

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Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 DDR5 Memory Breaks World Record, Showcasing Flagship Performance Leadership

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TAIPEI, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Patriot, a global leader in high-performance memory and storage solutions, has shattered performance records once again. The company’s flagship DDR5 memory, Viper Xtreme 5, powered renowned overclocking expert Snakeeyes to achieve a groundbreaking global memory frequency world record on the HWBOT platform: an astonishing 6305.8 MHz (12,611.6 MT/s).

Snakeeyes not only set the frequency record but also claimed multiple top accolades on the HWBOT platform, including:

First Place in the World Record RankingsFirst Place in the DDR5 SDRAM RankingsFirst Place in the Global Team RankingsFirst Place in the DDR5 SDRAM Team Rankings

These historic feats were made possible through the synergy of Patriot’s Viper Xtreme 5 DDR5 memory modules, the ASRock Z890 Taichi OCF motherboard, and advanced liquid nitrogen cooling.

The unmatched design and engineering of the Viper Xtreme 5 DDR5 memory, combined with seamless hardware compatibility, enabled Snakeeyes to push boundaries consistently. This achievement underscores Patriot’s dedication to delivering cutting-edge innovation and superior performance in the competitive memory market.

Adding to its impressive resume, the Viper Xtreme 5 DDR5 memory dominated HWBOT’s memory frequency rankings by securing first, third, and fifth positions. These results further establish it as the ultimate choice for overclocking enthusiasts and gamers seeking elite performance.

“Patriot continues to set the standard in high-performance memory solutions, enabling enthusiasts, gamers, and professionals to achieve unparalleled performance,” said Les Henry, VP of N. America and S. America Sales. “This record is a testament to our commitment to innovation and collaboration with the global overclocking community.”

Patriot remains at the forefront of memory innovation, empowering users to push the limits of what’s possible.

For more information about Patriot and its Viper Xtreme 5 DDR5 memory, visit https://viper.patriotmemory.com/products/xtreme5-ddr5-performance-ram

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Ducker Carlisle Expands Pricing, Strategy & Operations Services to Europe

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Paris-Based Team Leverages Firm’s Decades of Experience to Help Corporate Clients Grow Profitability

PARIS and BERLIN, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ducker Carlisle, a U.S.-based global market research, strategy consulting and M&A advisory firm, today announced the expansion of its pricing, strategy and operations consulting services to better serve European and global clients from its European headquarters in Paris. Ducker Carlisle’s expert pricing analytics, business transformation and supply chain optimization services have helped many of the world’s largest companies uncover value creation opportunities, improve profitability and accelerate growth for more than 30 years.

The new European-based pricing services are led by Claude-Henry Pignon, whose background includes more than 11 years with Accenture in Paris with a focus on the automotive aftermarket. The strategy and operations team is led by Eric Francucci, who has been a principal with Ducker Carlisle for seven years and has deep expertise in aftersales topics for leading OEMs.

“We have been providing business consulting services from Europe since 1996, but until now we have relied on colleagues in our U.S. offices to assist with functions such as evaluating clients’ pricing practices and market strategy,” said Christian Zamet, Ducker Carlisle President of European Operations. “Adding local expertise in these areas will simplify communications, ensure deep knowledge of factors like local market dynamics, and further strengthen the relationships we have with our clients.”

Ducker Carlisle serves large clients in the automotive, heavy equipment, building and construction, industrial and materials industries as well as private equity firms’ portfolio clients, specializing in businesses with high SKU, channel and customer complexity. The firm’s pricing consulting practice alone has helped clients increase incremental margins by 1-3 points, build market share, recoup their investment in as little as one year, and achieve a minimum 10x ROI in compounded multi-year benefits.

In the pricing arena, Ducker Carlisle’s end-to-end consulting services begin with competitive pricing studies, market research and elasticity analysis, and base pricing strategy and optimization. The list also includes promotion spend optimization, channel strategy and net price optimization, channel incentive program design, quoting and deal management, customer loyalty program design, and pricing software selection and implementation, covering all aspects of revenue management. 

The firm’s strategy consulting spans market entry, channel strategy, growth strategy, and product and customer strategy to help clients navigate today’s constantly changing marketplaces. A full range of supply chain operations services including diagnostics, operations assessment and improvement implementation, transportation optimization, network strategy and design, inventory management and logistics network design helps increase the efficiency and resiliency of client supply chains.  

“In today’s market, it’s more critical than ever to use every lever available to streamline operations, reduce costs, and achieve sustainable margin growth,” said Paul Gurizzian, Ducker Carlisle CEO. “Bringing our pricing, strategy and operations expertise to our Paris office will make it easier for European clients and global organizations with a European presence to leverage our decades of industry-specific experience to meet the business challenges they face every day.”

About Ducker Carlisle
Ducker Carlisle is a global market research, strategy consulting and M&A advisory firm that helps many of the world’s largest companies and private equity firms optimize business performance and accelerate growth across complex markets. Founded in 1961 with offices across North America, Europe and Asia, the firm provides a unique continuum of services to deliver custom, industry-centric solutions enabling clients to maximize business results. For more information, visit Ducker CarlisleTwitter I LinkedIn 

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MGA Entertainment and Tap Tap Tales Launch New App L.O.L. Surprise!™ Boardwalk Life Featuring L.O.L. Surprise! Tweens™

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LOS ANGELES and BARCELONA, Spain, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MGA Entertainment (MGA), a global leader in toy and entertainment innovation, and Tap Tap Tales, a developer of educational apps for children, announce the launch of their new app, L.O.L. Surprise!™ Boardwalk Life. In this engaging app, players explore the vibrant Boardwalk City, joining their favorite L.O.L. Surprise! Tweens™ and Tots in interactive activities.

“The launch of L.O.L. Surprise!™ Boardwalk Life marks a significant milestone in our mission to provide safe and enriching digital experiences for kids”, said Xavier Prats from Tap Tap Tales. This project represents a close collaboration with MGA to bring the world of L.O.L. Surprise!™ into an app where players express creativity and engage in fun challenges.

In L.O.L. Surprise!™ Boardwalk Life, children can:

Train with Ali Dance at the Skate Park, perfecting skate tricks and dance routines.Design posters for the Skate Festival with Emma Emo.Practice basketball tricks with Hoops Cutie at the beachside court.Follow TikTok-inspired choreography with Fancy Gurl on the Dance Stage.Decorate boardwalk locations in Glitter City with items earned through gameplay.Collect over 40 L.O.L. Surprise!™ characters and pets while unlocking surprises in mini-games.

Since its debut, L.O.L. Surprise! has captured the hearts of children worldwide. With L.O.L. Surprise!™ Boardwalk Life, Tap Tap Tales and MGA aim to foster creativity and teamwork within a safe digital environment.

L.O.L. Surprise!™ Boardwalk Life is now available for download on:

Google Play (https://bit.ly/3YBh6ru)Apple Store (https://apple.co/3YOTxLQ)Amazon Store (https://amzn.to/3Cwrnh8)

About MGA Entertainment

MGA Entertainment is one of the largest privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world, known for its commitment to creativity, quality, and innovation. The MGA family includes brands such as L.O.L. Surprise!™, Little Tikes®, Rainbow High™, Bratz®, and more.

About Tap Tap Tales

Founded in 2014, Tap Tap Tales creates high-quality educational apps featuring beloved characters. With over 30 published apps, Tap Tap Tales is a key player in the development of safe, engaging children’s apps.

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