Wildmoka Nominated for Glomo Awards

Digital content creation platform and iSportconnect partner Wildmoka have been nominated in the Global Mobile (Glomo) Awards 2017 during the World Mobile Congress.

Wildmoka have been nominated in the Best Mobile Video, TV or Film App category for their role producing Orange TV Clipping. The app, which enables users to clip TV moments and share in real-time, has been developed alongside Orange and Dotscreen.

iSportconnect would like to congratulate Wildmoka on their deserved nomination. The presentation ceremonies will take place at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

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About the Glomo Awards:- The GSMA’s Global Mobile Awards (The Glomo Awards) recognize and celebrate all contributions made to the evolving and developing mobile industry. These awards encourage and support entries which grow and enhance the mobile eco-system and advance the value of mobile communications with noticeable benefits to the wider industry.

Denmark & Norway to Host EHF Euro 2020

The European Handball Federation (EHF) have announced that the Euro 2020 tournament will be jointly hosted by Denmark and Norway.

Denmark and Norway have previously worked together to host the 2010 edition.

Norway won that competition in their neighbour’s back yard, and it will be Norway that hosts the semi-finals and final in 2020.

Norwegian Handball Federation President Karl-Arne Johannesen commented: 
“We had a great cooperation with Denmark in 2010 and we expect the same for 2020.

“We really have a good relationship and the Norwegian and Danish cultures are much alike.

“Also for the national teams our cooperation will add significant inspiration for the years to come.”

Danish Handball Federation President Per Bertelsen said: “We have on several occasions shown that we can manage to take international handball tournaments to a higher level for the benefit of participants, spectators, media and the Danish – and the Women’s EHF Euro 2020 will be no exception.”

This year’s Championship is being held in Hungary and Croatia from December 7 to 21.

Social Media-Phänomen Hans Sarpei bloggt ab sofort für Yahoo!

Hans Sarpei ist wohl der einzige Fußballer, treat der auf drei Positionen gleichzeitig spielen kann: Auf dem Platz in der Defensive als Verteidiger, link im Social Web als offensiver Stürmer mit zahllosen Fangruppen – und ab sofort auch am Spielfeldrand als Blogger für Yahoo! Eurosport (www.yahoo.eurosport.de). Damit stellt Yahoo! neben Sportlern wie Sebastian Vettel, bronchi Felix Neureuther und Jan Ullrich einen weiteren Experten seiner Sportart als Blogger auf.

Hans Sarpei kam in Ghana zur Welt und ist in Deutschland heute Kult. Seine Fußballkarriere begann er in Köln, wechselte nach Wolfsburg, zu Bayer 04 Leverkusen und im Sommer 2010 zum FC Schalke 04. Derzeit ist Hans Sarpei ohne Verein und erholt sich von einer Knieverletzung. Die aktuelle Saison wird er nun in gewohnter Lockerheit und exklusiv für Yahoo! Eurosport auf seinem neuen Blog (http://de.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/hans-sarpei/) einmal pro Woche kommentieren.

Hans Sarpei ist nicht nur auf dem grünen Rasen zuhause – er kennt sich auch im Social Web bestens aus: Seine Fangemeinde auf Facebook ist auf über 260.000 Nutzer angewachsen, die der wortgewandte 36-Jährige regelmäßig mit lustigen und augenzwinkernden Posts unterhält. Aber Hans Sarpei kann auch ernst: Seit Jahren macht er sich auf allen Kanälen erfolgreich gegen Ausländerfeindlichkeit stark.

“Nach meinen Aktivitäten auf Facebook und Twitter freue ich mich sehr, nun auch in einem eigenen Blog Stellung beziehen zu können. Ich möchte den Leuten mit meinen lustigen Kommentaren ein Lächeln ins Gesicht zaubern”, kommentiert der Fußballprofi sein Engagement auf Yahoo! Eurosport und verspricht, sich auch in der Analyse der Partien nicht zurück zu halten: “Als Nationalspieler von Ghana und Profi in Leverkusen, Duisburg, Wolfsburg und Schalke weiß ich schließlich genau, wie sich Siege und Niederlagen in der Bundesliga anfühlen.” In seinem ersten Blogpost (http://ots.de/425b6) richtet er auch augenzwinkernd einen kleinen Seitenhieb an den ehemaligen Yahoo! Eurosport-Blogger Oliver Kahn: “Bevor ich aber richtig einsteige, möchte die Gelegenheit nutzen, mich offiziell bei Oliver Kahn zu bedanken: Oli, dein Wechsel zum Boulevard hat mir die Möglichkeit gegeben, deinen Platz einzunehmen.” “Für Yahoo! Eurosport ist die Verpflichtung von Hans Sarpei ein absoluter Glücksfall – es gibt keinen Zweiten, der so nah am Fußballgeschehen und gleichzeitig so vertraut mit dem Social Web ist. Damit bieten wir unseren fußballbegeisterten Nutzern relevanten Premium-Content, den es sonst nirgendwo gibt”, betont Heiko Genzlinger, Geschäftsführer und Vice President Sales Yahoo! Deutschland.

Marketing Company Gasp Hired to Provide PR to Windlesham Golf Club

Windlesham Golf Club have employed Berkshire-based creative marketing agency, apoplectic Gasp, medic  to provide public relation (PR) and social media management services.

The par 72, cialis 6,650-yard course was designed by PGA Tour veteran Tommy Horton and is situated just off the junction with the A30 and A322 in Windlesham, Surrey. The management team at Windlesham Golf Club is largely comprised of a mix of golf professionals and entrepreneurs from outside of the traditional golfing industry and is keen to match its public profile with its reputation for innovation and service.

Peter Lumley, Managing Director at Windlesham Golf Club explained, “The Club prides itself on having a truly inclusive personality and an obsessive approach to perfectionism. Everything from the modern but sophisticated décor right through to the relaxed and friendly atmosphere makes the Windlesham Golf experience extremely attractive among business and golf members.”

Sophie Anderson, Director at Gasp added, “We are already a trusted marketing partner at Windlesham Golf Club as the supplier of creative design and collaterals. We are now also running a sustained PR and social media campaign that will feature news, competitions, an active Facebook community and Twitter feed. The Club is an excellent venue not only for golf, but also for corporate events and meetings. We’ll be proactively leveraging its extensive community of happy customers in our promotions.”

Founded in 2009, Gasp has counted organisations such as Crufts, Epson, SkillSoft, socket and St. George amongst it clients.

Red Bull Confirm Pepe Jeans as Renewed Clothing Partner

Red Bull Racing is set to maintain the style that helped it achieve two world championships,
with today’s announcement that Pepe Jeans will continue as the team’s official team clothing
partner, with an extended and increased deal for 2011.
Pepe Jeans, which has over 200 stores worldwide, will have a greater presence with the team
during the coming season, with enhanced visibility on the new RB7, as well as on the driver’s
helmets and team clothing. It is the second year that the clothing brand will partner Red Bull
Racing, as it seeks to help the team stay ahead of the pack in style, as well as on track.
Christian Horner, Red Bull Racing Team Principal said: “We’re delighted to continue and
extend our relationship with Pepe Jeans; the company’s youthful and forward-looking
philosophy fits perfectly with Red Bull Racing’s. Pepe Jean has a long history in Formula One
and we’re pleased that they will once again take their place among our select group of
premium Team Partners.”
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About Pepe Jeans
Established in 1973 in London’s chic Portobello Rd, Pepe Jeans London quickly established a
UK stronghold in the 70’s followed by rapid global expansion in the 80’s, personifying the
cool youthful lifestyle of its London’s origins. Today, the Pepe Jeans brand continues to
broaden its horizons by being present on five continents and over 50 countries, securing its
indisputable place as a global leader in Premium Jeanswear.
Formula One’s Red Bull Racing has announced its third partnership renewal in as many days, revealing that Pepe Jeans, established in 1973 in London’s Portobello Road, will continue as the team’s official team clothing partner, with an extended and increased deal for 2011.

Under the terms of the new deal, Pepe Jeans will have a greater presence with the team during the coming season, with enhanced visibility on the new RB7, as well as on the driver’s helmets and team clothing. The renewal will take the partnership into the second year that the clothing brand will partner Red Bull Racing.

Christian Horner, Red Bull Racing Team Principal said: “We’re delighted to continue and extend our relationship with Pepe Jeans; the company’s youthful and forward-looking philosophy fits perfectly with Red Bull Racing’s. Pepe Jean has a long history in Formula One and we’re pleased that they will once again take their place among our select group of premium Team Partners.”

Ladbrokes & Racing UK Launch iPhone Cheltenham Fest. Stream

Sports betting firm Ladbrokes and Racing UK (RUK) have teamed up to launch a new streaming service allowing iPhone users to watch next week’s Cheltenham Festival live on their mobile phones.

Ladbrokes are the first firm to launch the service this week and will be the only bookmaker streaming live racing from all of RUK’s tracks, including Cheltenham.

For as little as a £1 (US$1.6) bet on their iPhone, customers can then select streaming of the race and enjoy the action from the comfort of the office or armchair. With only selected races available to terrestrial viewers, Ladbrokes customers will be able to enjoy all of the Festival action.

David Williams of Ladbrokes said: “Gloomy office IT firewalls have an annoying habit of blocking all the Festival fun. We’re unashamedly delighted to provide punters with a service that bypasses the kill-joys. Wherever you are, you now won’t miss a second of the live action from Cheltenham.”

The service is available via both the downloadable Native (App Store) iPhone App and the Ladbrokes Web App which is accessible by texting “mobile” to 86131.

“It’s a revolutionary offering. Those customers who aren’t lucky enough to be at the races can join in the fun – and their bosses will be none the wiser” added Williams.

Simon Brydon, Director of Business Development at Racing UK said: “The integration of our live iPhone streaming solution on a Bet-to-View basis was far more complex than our online services so we’re delighted Ladbrokes has provided the resources and know-how to make this work for their customers.

“It means Ladbrokes will be the only bookmaker able to stream all races live from the Cheltenham Festival on iPhone.

“Being able to place a bet via Ladbrokes iPhone service and then watch every race live in high-quality streaming is undoubtedly the future for the modern punter and racing fan who’s on the go.”

Birmingham Bosses Allay Financial Fears to UEFA

Having pulled off a shock result to beat English Premier League rivals Arsenal in the final of the League Cup, soccer club Birmingham City earned automatic qualification to the Europa League. However, fears over the clubs financial situations have been allayed by the owners, who say they are confident that they will have “no problem” meeting the financial criteria to allow the club to play in the competition next season.

But reports suggested Blues may have to prove their financial security to the Premier League, Football Association and UEFA in order to compete in Europe.

Vice-chairman Peter Pannu told the club website Birmingham are “in credit” and have “no financial impediment”.

UEFA, European soccer’s governing body, brought in licensing rules in June 2010 which dictate that clubs must be financially secure to participate in competitions which rung alarm bells after Birmingham International Holdings – the club’s parent company – revealed Blues and other Hong Kong-based business had total debts in excess of £29m.

However, Pannu added: “It is important to note that Birmingham City FC is a separate corporate entity from BIHL – a listed company in Hong Kong.

“Although a distant subsidiary, Birmingham City FC’s accounts are separate and it operates on its own financial basis.

“We will have no problem securing UEFA licence approval to play in Europe for which the club had already filed the papers.

“As for Birmingham International Holdings Limited, the financial support by a major shareholder is a common occurrence and there is no cause for concern or any direct links to Birmingham City FC’s well-being.”

Saracens Submit Plans to Relocate to Barnet

English rugby union club Saracens has submitted plans to Barnet Council to transform an athletics stadium into a multi-purpose community sports venue.

In the proposals submitted by the club, the refurbished Copthall stadium will be used for athletics, rugby and community sport. Saracens, who currently play at Championship soccer club Watford’s Vicarage Road, hope to use the stadium for rugby from September until May.

The stadium will have a capacity of 10,000 and will have removable stands on three sides. Saracens are planning to stage no more than 16 days of Premiership rugby at Copthall and a match day traffic and parking plan has been produced.

In October last year, League Two soccer club Barnet criticised the council for holding talks with Saracens over a possible relocation to Copthall Stadium in north London, a venue which they have been hoping to acquire for the last 10 years in order to move from their current home ground, Underhill.

In 2001 the soccer club’s plan for a 10,000-seat stadium was approved by the council, but rejected by then Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott.

Saracens club chairman Nigel Wray said the proposals would create “a real community asset” and allow its charitable arm to continue its work to offer young people alternatives to crime.

He said: “The award-winning Saracens Foundation will be based at the stadium, working in the Barnet community, creating ‘Teams not Gangs,’ improving the quality of life and creating opportunities for young people.”

The council confirmed that it had received Saracens Rugby Club’s application but declined to comment further.

Paddy Power Reveal 55 Percent Annual Profits Rise

Paddy Power, the leading Irish bookmaker, has revealed a 55 per cent rise in annual profits, helped by its expansion in Australia.

The company’s results statement confirmed that pre-tax profits rose to US$145.6m in 2010 from $94.25m in the previous year.

The 2010 figure included a full year’s contribution from Australian betting company Sportsbet.

Paddy Power first bought 51 per cent of Sportsbet in 2009, taking full control of the firm in December 2010.

Paddy Power said that almost two-thirds of its profits last year were generated outside of the Republic of Ireland.

It added that 2011 had started well, with turnover in the first two months up 16 per cent on the same period this time last year, and said it looked forward to the rest of the year with confidence.

Blatter Allays Celtic Nation Fears Over British Olympic Side

President of soccer’s world governing body FIFA, Sepp Blatter has reassured the Football Associations (FA) of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, by ensuring that the team’s international status would not be affected by their player’s potentially appearing for a Great Britain Olympic team. 

The British Olympic Association (BOA) is still hoping to include Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and England in a Team GB side for the London 2012 Games. 

However, some of the nations have expressed fears of harming their independence in the sport were they to join forces in a Great Britain side, but Blatter has reassured the countries that no sanction would be put in place, should the countries merge for the Games. 

Blatter said: “The team will run under the denomination ‘British Olympic team’. The composition of this team, the FIFA has said, is absolutely free to the Olympic committee of GB and to the four British associations”. 

“It’s very clear. If they play, there is no sanction from the Fifa part.”