Monday, 02 April 2012 02:51
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The challenge… Spread autism awareness, today, and every day. On the first day of International Autism Awareness month, we set aside sports in favor of advocacy.
Autism. You’re living with it. You either have a family member affected by the mental disorder (remember, it’s not a disease), you know someone connected to it, or you’re impacted in the future through impacts to the health care system.
But, make no mistake, you and autism are linked.
This year, autism hits home more than any other. Please see my message and personal fundraiser: A Father and the Cost of Autism
This is the fourth year of our Autism Awareness Challenge. The premise is simple: set sports aside and spread awareness about the Autism Spectrum Disorder. This year takes on added urgency. A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) shows alarming numbers. According to the report:
About 1 in 88 children has been identified with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) according to estimates from CDC's Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network
ASDs are reported to occur in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
Those diagnosed as being on the autism scale has increased 78% in the last decade, alone
ASDs are almost 5 times more common among boys (1 in 54) than among girls (1 in 252).
Studies in Asia, Europe, and North America have identified individuals with an ASD with an average prevalence of about 1%. A recent study in South Korea reported a prevalence of 2.6%.
About 1 in 6 children in the U.S. had a developmental disability in 2006-2008, ranging from mild disabilities such as speech and language impairments to serious developmental disabilities, such as intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, and autism.
“The CDC numbers are alarming, yet they don’t begin to tell the story of the real families, real individuals struggling every day,” said Autism Speaks President Mark Roithmayr. “From fighting to get a diagnosis and secure appropriate educational services and therapies, to trying to manage tremendous financial and emotional burdens or find a satisfying job opportunity, families are engaged in a daily battle against this disorder. We need to marshal the same resources and attention that the government has devoted to other diseases and disorders and finally make this a fair fight.”
As we have done each year, we have reached out to the sports and entertainment community to help lend support. In doing so, we have seen individuals that simply wish to help, but also those that are touched directly by autism. Be it the granddaughter of Seattle Mariners President Chuck Armstrong who has autism, Dodgers’ outfield Matt Kemp who has a brother with autism, actress Alyssa Milano who also has been directly touched by the developmental disorder, or Ryan and Dawn Neufeld, in reaching out to the community we have seen just how far reaching autism is.
With today being the beginning of International Autism Awareness Month, all the Business of Sports Network sites have been rebranded to remind you about this campaign, and within each post this month, we will be providing a link to Autism Speaks for those that wish to donate to assist in funding research on autism.
The main point of the autism awareness campaign is for you to spread the word, and reach a better understanding of the developmental disorder. All day April 2, Maury Brown will be providing information via Twitter on ASD
Here is how the Autism Society of America describes autism:
Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and affects a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. Autism is defined by a certain set of behaviors and is a "spectrum disorder" that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees. There is no known single cause for autism, but increased awareness and funding can help families today.
Currently, the Autism Society estimates that the lifetime cost of caring for a child with autism ranges from $3.5 million to $5 million, and that the United States is facing almost $90 billion annually in costs for autism (this figure includes research, insurance costs and non-covered expenses, Medicaid waivers for autism, educational spending, housing, transportation, employment, in addition to related therapeutic services and caregiver costs).
Know the Signs: Early Identification Can Change Lives
Autism can be addressed through therapy. Children do not "outgrow" autism, but studies show that early diagnosis and intervention lead to significantly improved outcomes.
Here are some signs to look for in the children in your life:
Lack of or delay in spoken language
Repetitive use of language and/or motor mannerisms (e.g., hand-flapping, twirling objects)
Little or no eye contact
Lack of interest in peer relationships
Lack of spontaneous or make-believe play
Persistent fixation on parts of objects
IF YOU ARE WITHIN THE MEDIA, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO JOIN THE CAMPAIGN, AS WELL AS AUTISM SPEAKS EFFORTS. LINK OR REPURPOSE THIS MATERIAL TO HELP THE CAUSE.
The following have lent their name in saying they support autism awareness, if you wish to be added to the list, please contact Maury Brown, president of the Business of Sports Network via email for more details.
Stan Kasten - Baseball exec. Future President and CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers
Allan Walsh - NHL player agent, Octagon
Martin Havlat - Right Wing, Minnesota Wild
Matt Kemp - Outfielder, Los Angeles Dodgers
Peter Gammons - MLB Network, MLB.com, NESN
John Thorn - Author, Official Historian Major League Baseball
Chuck Armstrong - President, Seattle Mariners
Larry Cancro - Senior Vice President of Fenway Affairs for the Boston Red Sox. Also Chairman of Autism Speaks, New England. Board member Melmark, New England a school that specializes in autism and similar cognitive disabilities
Jim Trotter - Senior NFL writer, Sports Illustrated
Sean Foreman - President, Sports Reference, LLC
Ken Davidoff - National baseball writer, Newsday
Kathy Conners - Principal & Founder KMC Consulting
Doug Farrar - Writer for Football Outsiders, Yahoo! Sports, Sportspress Northwest and The Washington Post
Scott Jackson - Host of Last Call on Sporting News Radio, Co-Host of The Brian Mitchell Show on 1067 The Fan DC and SBNation DC Columnist
Lou Imbriano - CEO at TrinityOne Sports & Professor of Sports Marketing at Boston College. Former CMO of the New England Patriots & 2011 McGraw-Hill Author
Gordon Edes - ESPNBoston.com
Peter Abraham - Boston Globe
Chuck Greenberg - Founder, Greenberg Sports Group, Owner, Myrtle Beach Pelicans and State College Spikes
Jim Duquette - Sirius/XM Radio MLB Network Radio, former GM Baltimore Orioles, New York Mets
David Kahn - President, Basketball Operations, Minnesota Timberwolves
Victor Rojas - Television play-by-play voice of the LA Angels, formerly with MLB Network
Will Carroll - SI.com
Jesse Sanchez - MLB.com
Devon Teeple - Business of Sports Network
Jordan Kobritz - Business of Sports Network
Joe Tetreault - Business of Sports Network
Alyssa Milano - Television, screen and stage actor
Ryan and Dawn Neufeld - Ryan is 7-year NFL veteran playing tight-end; Dawn has been featured on VH1's "NFL Wives", honorary chairs of Dallas Rocks Against Autism
Jonathan Schaech - Actor and social activist. As seen in the movie "That Thing You Do" and more.
Larry Stone - National baseball writer, The Seattle Times
Troy Renck - MLB beat reporter, Denver Post
Dave Goren - Executive Director of National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association & Hall of Fame
George Atallah - Assistant Executive Director of External Affairs for the NFL Players Association
Mike Donnelly - Media Coordinator for the NFLPA
Ken Rosenthal - FOXSports.com, MLB Network
Dave Sims - Television play-by-play commentator for the Seattle Mariners, radio play-by-play for Sunday Night Football on Westwood One, television play-by-play host for UFL on VERSUS
Joe Hamrahi - Baseball Daily Digest, Baseball Prospectus
Richard Justice - Sports columnist, Houston Chronicl
Todd Radom - Graphic artist, sports logo creator
Joe Briggs, Esq
Curt and Shonda Schilling
Mike Ferrin - Host & Anchor, MLB Network Radio
Brent Gambill - Executive Producer, Sirius/XM Radio
Dave Barr - Producer, Sports Talk With Bo Mattingly. KREB 1190 Fayetteville, KTTG ESPN 96.3 FM Ft. Smith, KABZ 103.7 FM Little Rock
Russ Levine, VP of Digital Production for NHL.com
Jamie Newberg - NewbergReport.com
Pat Courtney - MLB VP Public Relations
Mike Dilorenzo - NHL spokesperson
Jason Rosenberg - It’s About the Money, Stupid blog
Jason Collette - DRaysBay.com /BaseballProspectus/Rotowire
Friday, 09 September 2011 13:24
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Welcome to another edition of Bizball Radio
This week we look at the state of Major League Baseball and have a great interview on sponsorships and sports marketing
Baseball has never been more prosperous, but in the span of a year, the Rangers and Dodgers have fallen into bankruptcy, and the Mets have been on the verge. All that has impacted the sale of the Houston Astros as the league’s owners reassess the profile of prospective owners coming in, namely, Jim Crane who is looking to purchase the Astros.
Our interview this week is a fantastic look at sports marketing and sponsorships with former Chief Marketing Officer for the New England Patriots, and now CEO of Trinity One Sports, Lou Imbriano. We look at how Lou got his start, what the culture was like with the Patriots, how sports properties need to engage with their sponsors, and what clubs need to do to tap the full potential of social media. We also talk about Lou’s book, “Winning the Customer: Turn Customers Into Fans and Get Them to Spend More”
For questions or comments about the Bizball Radio podcast, send them to Podcast@BusinessofSportsNetwork .com
Thursday, 30 June 2011 17:55
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Welcome to another edition of Bizball Radio
Hard to believe, but the Los Angeles Dodgers are in bankruptcy. Mired in debt, and unable to force through a televison deal with FOX, Frank McCourt is now trying to retain control of the Dodgers -- either wholly, or in pieces such as the stadium, parking, and more -- and keep MLB from seizing it.
This week we talk to Josh Fisher, whose website DodgerDivorce.com has been indespensible throughout, not just the recent bankruptcy, but also the divorce to his former wife Jamie, something that, in large part, got the Dodgers in the unfortunate position they are today (also, you can follow him on twitter @DodgerDivorce). Josh talks how the Dodgers are broken out into more than 20 holding companies, and what the future might hold through the process.
Thursday, 23 June 2011 17:18
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Welcome to another edition of Bizball Radio
Tick... tick... tick... Time is running out in the NFL (to get a full season in), the NBA (a week till there is a lockout), and the Dodgers (Frank McCourt might miss payroll). With this incredible intersection of historic events in sports business, this week's podcast is chocked-full of great information
Our upfront discussion begins with a whether Indy Car is making a comeback after the incredible finish at the Indianapolis 500. Producer Ted Price has been going to the race for years, and we discuss. Along with that, Maury talks about his article for Forbes that has had Major League Baseball taking a closer look at incoming Houston Astros owner, Jim Crane.
Our exclusive interview this week is withAssociate Professor of Law at Tulane University and the Director of its Sports Law Program,Gabe Feldman. Gabe is an often sourced expert in the media, and is a must-follow on Twiiter @SportsLawGuy. Gabe and Maury break down the latest proposal by the NFL to the players that look like the best chance to end the lockout in the league that is now over 100 days old. We look at the revenue breakdown and whether it's a win or loss for each side in the labor dispute. From there, the conversation shifts to the NBA, and whether there's any hope of avoiding a lockout, and finally, Gabe and Maury talk the churn around the Dodgers.
For questions or comments about the Bizball Radio podcast, send them to Podcast@BusinessofSportsNetwork .com
Thursday, 05 May 2011 17:08
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Welcome to another edition of Bizball Radio
This week focuses entirely on the NFL lockout.
Our exclusive interview this week is with NFL Players Association spokesman George Atallah.
Topics for the Atallah interview whether the players are being irreparable harmed due to the lockout; how an expedited hearing for the Eighth Circuit factors into the players’ position; comments on a report that surfaced saying a group of as many as 70 players that were dissatisfied that talks broke down on March 11 were seeking representation to have a voice at the negotiating table; whether the players might file contempt of court charges against the NFL; comments on Roger Goodell’s op-ed in the Wall Street Journal and whether the players are looking to upend the “golden goose” by having unlimited free agency, the Draft, and more; and finally, emotional comments regarding Dave Duerson and what the ongoing issue of health and safety for the players in the National Football League.
For questions or comments about the Bizball Radio podcast, send them to PodcastATBusinessofSportsNetworkDOTcom
Wednesday, 27 April 2011 18:47
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Welcome to another edition of Bizball Radio
This week we lead off with complete breakdown on the next steps in the NFL after Judge Susan Nelson ruled that the lockout should be lifted.
For our third edition, we interview SBNation's National Baseball Editor and former ESPN.com writer Rob Neyer. We talk to Rob about his leaving ESPN.com for SBNation and what it offers him (and readers), plus his take on social media, the state of being a writer during the print industry upheaval, his phone call from Bud Selig and how he views his legacy, and finally, what -- if anything -- he would change about MLB.
Bizball Radio is available each week on the Business of Sports Network, as well as on iTunes, here:
Friday, 22 April 2011 12:40
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Welcome to another edition of Bizball Radio
This week we lead off with the latest on the NFL labor issues, how increased TV ratings for the NBA playoffs might factor into the labor talks, plus the NHL's new broadcast deal with NBC/Versus.
For our second edition, we interview Seattle Mariners and NFL Sunday Night Football on Westwood One announcer Dave Sims. We talk to Dave about the loss of Dave Niehaus, what stands out with this year's Mariners, how the NFL lockout might be impacting the broadcast industry and much more.
Finally, I hit the in-box and answer the question, "What would it take me to own an MLB franchise?"
Bizball Radio is available each week on the Business of Sports Network, as well as on iTunes, here:
Saturday, 16 April 2011 04:39
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The new Business of Sports Network podcast show, Bizball Radio is now available for download on iTunes. The show being hosted by Maury Brown each week will focus on the top sports stories outside the lines, plus interview guests.
The inaugural edition featured The Extra 2% author Jonah Keri (listen online here). Mariners and NFL Sunday Night Football on Westwood One broadcaster Dave Sims is scheduled for next week.
Find Bizball Radio on iTunes at the following link:
Monday, 04 April 2011 00:43
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This year marks the forth annual Autism Awareness Campaign launched by the Business of Sports Network. Each year, we reach out and ask that for a few moments sports is set aside in favor of spreading the word about the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as it is developmental disorder that is reaching alarm levels bordering on epidemic. As we did last year, we have reached out to the sports and entertainment community to help lend support. In doing so, we have seen individuals that simply wish to help, but also those that are touched directly by autism. Be it the granddaughter of Seattle Mariners President Chuck Armstrong who has autism, Dodgers’ outfield Matt Kemp who has a brother with autism, actress Alyssa Milano who also has been directly touched by the developmental disorder, or Ryan and Dawn Neufeld, in reaching out to the community we have seen just how far reaching autism is.
With today being the beginning of International Autism Awareness Month, all the Business of Sports Network sites have been rebranded to remind you about this campaign, and within each post this month, we will be providing a link to Autism Speaks for those that wish to donate to assist in funding research on autism. We have also partnered with Autism Speaks to help promote their efforts, such as the “Light It Up Blue” campaign.
The main point of the autism awareness campaign is for you to spread the word, and reach a better understanding of the developmental disorder.
Here is how the Autism Society of America describes autism:
Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and affects a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. Autism is defined by a certain set of behaviors and is a "spectrum disorder" that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees. There is no known single cause for autism, but increased awareness and funding can help families today.
In December 2009, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued their ADDM autism prevalence report. The report concluded that the prevalence of autism had risen to 1 in every 110 births in the United States and almost 1 in 70 boys. The issuance of this report caused a media uproar, but the news was not a surprise to the Autism Society or to the 1.5 million Americans living with the effects of autism spectrum disorder. Nonetheless, the spotlight shown on autism as a result of the prevalence increase opens opportunities for the nation to consider how to serve these families facing a lifetime of supports for their children.
Currently, the Autism Society estimates that the lifetime cost of caring for a child with autism ranges from $3.5 million to $5 million, and that the United States is facing almost $90 billion annually in costs for autism (this figure includes research, insurance costs and non-covered expenses, Medicaid waivers for autism, educational spending, housing, transportation, employment, in addition to related therapeutic services and caregiver costs).
Know the Signs: Early Identification Can Change Lives
Autism is treatable. Children do not "outgrow" autism, but studies show that early diagnosis and intervention lead to significantly improved outcomes.
Here are some signs to look for in the children in your life:
Lack of or delay in spoken language
Repetitive use of language and/or motor mannerisms (e.g., hand-flapping, twirling objects)
Little or no eye contact
Lack of interest in peer relationships
Lack of spontaneous or make-believe play
Persistent fixation on parts of objects
IF YOU ARE WITHIN THE MEDIA, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO JOIN THE CAMPAIGN, AS WELL AS AUTISM SPEAKS EFFORTS. LINK OR REPURPOSE THIS MATERIAL TO HELP THE CAUSE.
The following have lent their name in saying they support autism awareness, if you wish to be added to the list, please contact Maury Brown, president of the Business of Sports Network via email (MauryATbusinessofsportsnetworkDOTcom), for more details.
Corporate Endorsers
Autism Speaks
Populous (Stadium and Global Design)
Sports Management Worldwide
Portland Timbers of MLS
Oregon Sports Authority
Yardbarker Network
Sports Business Radio
Sports and Entertainment Endorsers
Allan Walsh - NHL player agent, Octagon
Martin Havlat - Right Wing, Minnesota Wild
Matt Kemp (Outfielder, Los Angeles Dodgers)
Peter Gammons (MLB Network, MLB.com, NESN)
John Thorn - Author, Official Historian Major League Baseball
Chuck Armstrong (President, Seattle Mariners)
Larry Cancro (Senior Vice President of Fenway Affairs for the Boston Red Sox. Also Chairman of Autism Speaks, New England. Board member Melmark, New England a school that specializes in autism and similar cognitive disabilities)
Jim Trotter - Senior NFL writer, Sports Illustrated
Sean Foreman - President, Sports Reference, LLC
Ken Davidoff - National baseball writer, Newsday
Kathy Conners - Principal & Founder KMC Consulting
Doug Farrar - Writer for Football Outsiders, Yahoo! Sports, Sportspress Northwest and The Washington Post
Scott Jackson - Host of Last Call on Sporting News Radio, Co-Host of The Brian Mitchell Show on 1067 The Fan DC and SBNation DC Columnist
Lou Imbriano - CEO at TrinityOne Sports & Professor of Sports Marketing at Boston College. Former CMO of the New England Patriots & 2011 McGraw-Hill Author
Gordon Edes - ESPNBoston.com
Peter Abraham - Boston Globe
Chuck Greenberg - Former owner Texas Rangers, sports attorney
Jim Duquette - Sirius/XM Radio MLB Network Radio, former GM Baltimore Orioles, New York Mets
David Kahn - President, Basketball Operations, Minnesota Timberwolves
Victor Rojas - Television play-by-play voice of the LA Angels, formerly with MLB Network
Will Carroll - SI.com
Jesse Sanchez - MLB.com
Devon Teeple - Business of Sports Network
Jordan Kobritz - Business of Sports Network
Joe Tetreault - Business of Sports Network
Alyssa Milano - Television, screen and stage actor
Ryan and Dawn Neufeld - Ryan is 7-year NFL veteran playing tight-end; Dawn has been featured on VH1's "NFL Wives" , honorary chairs of Dallas Rocks Against Autism
Dave Goren - Executive Director of National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association & Hall of Fame
George Atallah - Assistant Executive Director of External Affairs for the NFL Players Association
Mike Donnelly - Media Coordinator for the NFLPA
Ken Rosenthal - FOXSports.com, MLB Network
Dave Sims - Television play-by-play commentator for the Seattle Mariners, radio play-by-play for Sunday Night Football on Westwood One, television play-by-play host for UFL on VERSUS
Joe Hamrahi - Baseball Daily Digest, Baseball Prospectus
Richard Justice - Sports columnist, Houston Chronicl
Todd Radom - Graphic artist, sports logo creator
Joe Briggs, Esq
Curt and Shonda Schilling
Mike Ferrin - Host & Anchor, MLB Network Radio
Brent Gambill - Executive Producer, MLB Home Plate, Sirius/XM Radio
Dave Barr - Producer, Sports Talk With Bo Mattingly. KREB 1190 Fayetteville, KTTG ESPN 96.3 FM Ft. Smith, KABZ 103.7 FM Little Rock
Russ Levine, VP of Digital Production for NHL.com
Jamie Newberg - NewbergReport.com
Pat Courtney - MLB VP Public Relations
Mike Dilorenzo - NHL spokesperson
Jason Rosenberg - It’s About the Money, Stupid blog
Jason Collette - DRaysBay.com /BaseballProspectus/Rotowire
Joe Siegler - RangerFans.com
Gary Armida - FullCountPitch.com
Jeff Levine - Business of Sports Network
Pete Toms - Business of Sports Network
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Friday, 18 March 2011 19:59
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With April fast approaching, the Business of Sports Network will be yet again engaging in our annual autism awareness campaign. Each year we have strived to educate those that might have children on the spectrum, and look to spread awareness to the general public about the mental disorder.
We hope to gain more high-profile athletes and sports executives this year to our list. We are not seeking donations from them. Those that add their names simply say that they endorse spreading autism awareness.
Last year, the following lent their name in saying they support spreading autism awareness. We hope to grow this list significantly this year. If you wish to be added to the list, please contact Maury Brown, president of the Business of Sports Network, for more details.
Corporate Endorsers
Autism Speaks
Populous (Stadium and Global Design)
Sports Management Worldwide
Portland Timbers FC
Oregon Sports Authority
Yardbarker Network
Sports Business Radio
Sports and Entertainment Endorsers
Matt Kemp (Outfielder, Los Angeles Dodgers)
Peter Gammons (MLB Network, MLB.com, NESN)
Chuck Armstrong (President, Seattle Mariners)
Larry Cancro (Senior Vice President of Fenway Affairs for the Boston Red Sox. Also Chairman of Autism Speaks, New England. Board member Melmark, New England a school that specializes in autism and similar cognitive disabilities)
Gordon Edes (ESPNBoston.com)
Peter Abraham (Boston Globe)
Chuck Greenberg (Former Managing Partner and CEO of the Texas Rangers; sports attorney)
Jim Duquette (Sirius/XM Radio MLB Home Plate, former GM Baltimore Orioles, New York Mets)
David Kahn (President, Basketball Operations, Minnesota Timberwolves)
Victor Rojas (Television play-by-play voice of the LA Angels, formerly with MLB Network)
Will Carroll (Baseball Prospectus)
Jesse Sanchez (MLB.com)
Devon Teeple (Business of Sports Network)
Jordan Kobritz (Business of Sports Network)
Joe Tetreault (Business of Sports Network)
Alyssa Milano (Television, screen and stage actor)
Ken Rosenthal (FOXSports.com, MLB Network)
Dave Sims (Television play-by-play commentator for the Seattle Mariners, radio play-by-play for Sunday Night Football on Westwood One, television play-by-play host for UFL on VERSUS)
Joe Hamrahi (Baseball Daily Digest, Baseball Prospectus)
Brent Gambill (Executive Producer, MLB Home Plate, Sirius/XM Radio)
Dave Barr (Producer, Sports Talk With Bo Mattingly. KREB 1190 Fayetteville, KTTG ESPN 96.3 FM Ft. Smith, KABZ 103.7 FM Little Rock)
Pat Courtney (MLB spokesperson)
Mike Dilorenzo (NHL spokesperson)
Jason Rosenberg (It’s About the Money, Stupid blog)
Jason Collette (DockoftheRays.com)
Todd Radom (Graphic artist, sports logo creator)
Gary Armida (Full Count Pitch blog)
Jeff Levine (Business of Sports Network)
Pete Toms (Business of Sports Network)
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