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Portfolio NewsOctober 7, 2026
GameAbove Sports Helps Bring 21X AI Revenue Platform to the Sports Market
The new 21X SPORTS business vertical pairs 21X's AI engagement infrastructure with GameAbove Sports' market relationships and sales experience to help sports organizations create more commercial opportunities from existing fan and customer relationships.
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The partnership marks an early milestone for the sports-focused 21X vertical, developed with GameAbove Sports.
Veteran business, collegiate athletics and media leader will work with GameAbove Sports, 21X SPORTS and other ventures across the CapStone portfolio.
GameAbove Sports executive Adam Squire is named president of 21X SPORTS, leading strategy, partnerships and growth for the AI engagement platform.
21X, formerly known as Structurely, has launched 21X SPORTS, a sports-focused business vertical owned by 21X and developed in partnership with GameAbove Sports.
The GameAbove Golf-sponsored athlete earned 2.5 points, including two singles victories over the world’s top-ranked amateur, as GB&I completed a record comeback at Lahinch.
GameAbove highlights a GE Aerospace initiative connecting students at EMU’s GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology with internships and careers.
GameAbove will appear on Eastern Michigan men’s and women’s golf competition apparel as the programs’ official patch sponsor for 2026-27.
Hosted by Wayne State Football in partnership with Detroit PAL, the clinic brought more than 70 young athletes to Tom Adams Field.
How Eastern Michigan Women’s Golf went from 226th to NCAA title contender
Partnership begins at The Open Championship and expands GameAbove Golf’s sponsored athlete roster
Backed by more than 32 years of aviation experience through CapStone Holdings, GameAbove Golf is connecting VIP guests, partners, and golf travelers to premier destinations by air and water.
Northern Michigan public school program delivers record-setting national performance against some of the country’s largest high school track programs
The Michigan Section PGA is hosting the exciting 33rd Women’s Open Championship at Crystal Mountain from June 30 to July 2, featuring defending champion Jessica Welch and 2022 winner Sarah White, both ready to compete for the title.
Eastern Michigan’s breakthrough run to the final eight at the NCAA Women’s Golf Championships is earning national attention, with Golf Digest highlighting the program’s transformation and GameAbove’s ongoing investment in its growth.
Josh Brewer’s WGCA East Region Coach of the Year honor marks another milestone for EMU women’s golf and the continued rise of a program supported by GameAbove Golf.
Returning as title sponsor for a second consecutive year, GameAbove continues to invest in the power of sports to elevate communities, create opportunity and shape what comes next.
Continued partnership underscores GameAbove's commitment to Detroit, golf and community impact.
GameAbove joins the Michigan Women’s Open as a presenting sponsor, reinforcing its growing investment in women’s golf, athlete development and the future of the game in Michigan and beyond.
In the age of college athletics, when universities are eliminating golf programs as part of cost-cutting efforts, with the support of GameAbove, Eastern Michigan has done the opposite.
GameAbove is a growing strategic investor in golf and has become a presenting sponsor of the 2026 Michigan Women’s Open
GameAbove Golf explains its investment in McLaren Golf and its long-term vision for premium golf equipment, innovation, and global growth.
Investment reinforces GameAbove’s long-term commitment to performance-driven innovation in global golf
A defining moment for ECHL Unfiltered has arrived.
Investment advances critical housing initiative to help recruit and retain educators in the Roaring Fork Valley
Five years after a transformational investment, the GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology at Eastern Michigan University is driving growth in programs, rankings, infrastructure and workforce development.
GameAbove and Eastern Michigan University mark five years since a transformational investment that reshaped the College of Engineering and Technology. The partnership has driven major gains in programs, rankings, infrastructure and workforce impact.
Southern California defends home course as elite NCAA women’s golf programs compete in the debut of the GameAbove Golf Invitational.
The program, called “Pen PAL,” brings EMU athletes and PAL members closer through words of encouragement.
The GameAbove Golf Invitational debuts March 9–10 at Rolling Hills Country Club, bringing together top NCAA women’s programs and some of the world’s leading amateur golfers — with live coverage on Championship Golf Network.
Top Women’s Collegiate Programs and Players Set to Compete March 9–10 with Live Coverage on Championship Golf Network
PLATFORM Golf integrates with Trackman to bring real-world conditions into off-course golf. As investors, GameAbove supports PLATFORM’s continued push toward performance-driven training environments.
Smart ball technology is bringing real-time performance data into putting practice, helping players improve, coaches train smarter, and facilities support data-driven development.
Putting-focused smart ball technology turns everyday practice into measurable progress for players and coaches
PLATFORM Golf will utilize GameAbove Sports’ network of golf courses, university and international travel partners.
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A detailed impact summary shows how the Bruton Basketball Foundation, powered by GameAbove Sports, delivered transformative programs for more than 500 young people in 2025.
“Court of Dreams Powered by GameAbove” Will Bring Hundreds of Student Athletes to the Pistons Home Court at Little Caesars Arena
Beau Breault won the 2025 Nevada Open Championship in a thrilling sudden-death playoff.
Now on Roku, ECHL Unfiltered 2 highlights the South Carolina Stingrays, one of the league’s most storied franchises, with exclusive access to the locker room, training, and the highs and lows of a professional hockey season.
A professional golfer and East Kentwood alumnus returned to Mary Free Bed in Grand Rapids, where he once was a patient.
Now in its 15th year, the EMU-led initiative continues to grow with GameAbove’s support—sparking innovation, confidence, and career curiosity in over 300 high school girls from across Michigan.
Based at the prestigious H-Farm International School in partnership with Mahd Academy
BIG3 Veteran and Inaugural Amps Head Coach George Gervin Announces Retirement
Unprecedented philanthropy powers historic athletic wins, cutting-edge research, and big community initiatives
The new ranking marks the highest placement in program history.
Every detail, every destination—curated just for you
Tickets start at $29 for the game on Friday, December 26
GameAbove Sports continues to expand its influence in the city of Detroit
The event will benefit the Eastern Michigan men's and women's golf student-athletes.
In the final round of the Commissionaires Ottawa Open, Brett White shoots the third 59 in PGA TOUR Americas history at Eagle Creek Golf Club.
Underdog Champions from Northern Michigan Earn National Recognition with Record-Breaking Season and GameAbove Sports Partnership
White, who represents GameAbove Sports as a pro golfer, adds this milestone to an already inspiring career marked by perseverance, grit, and Michigan pride.
Detroit to welcome BIG3 Basketball’s summer tour and its legendary lineup of stars.
Powered by elite training, recovery, and readiness strategies, the program is raising the bar for performance and athlete development.
GameAbove Sports to Receive Jersey Patch Across Five Key BIG3 Markets
The Detroit Amplifiers held a press conference on June 10 to introduce their players and coaches ahead of their training camp and season opener.
Event proceeds benefited DCS's living legacy initiative supporting youth literacy and active play programs in Detroit
ESPN will televise the 11th year of this bowl game
Wayne State to Host all-new BIG3 Detroit Amps Training Camp
In the first-ever Amps draft, they add size and defense to an already proven core roster.
Ice Cube spoke with Local 4's Joel Sebastianelli after the Big3 announced Detroit as its newest franchise.
Amplifiers coach George Gervin discusses the upcoming league and the excitement of three-on-three basketball in Detroit.
BIG3 Partners with VICE Sports to Broadcast 14 Live Games, Including Detroit Amplifiers Matchups
Fans eager to witness the electrifying action of BIG3 basketball can secure their seats through the official team website at BIG3.com/tickets.
FOX2 Detroit Bre Teamer chats with Ice Cube about the new BIG3 season and the Detroit Amps.
Veteran leadership joins Head Coach George Gervin as team preps for city-based league debut.
STARTER Named Official Uniform and Apparel Partner of the BIG3 Ahead of 2025 Season
Breault was among several players who traveled from across the Americas, with the first leg taking about 24 hours door-to-door.
The city's new BIG3 basketball franchise, the Detroit Amplifiers, is starting to put together a roster.
Johnson played for seven NBA teams across 18 seasons from 2001-22
Pargo, Jackson, and Johnson to Lead Detroit’s First-Ever BIG3 Franchise in 2025
The eight-time NBA All-Star joins the Los Angeles Riot for his final season.
Detroit to host Amplifiers’ first home game at Little Caesars Arena on July 20
Behind the grind! The South Carolina Stingrays are chasing the Kelly Cup, and you’re getting all-access to the journey—no filter, no limits.
The Detroit Amplifiers are one of the eight all-new BIG3 teams.
League moves to location-based franchise model with new teams in Detroit, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, DMV, Houston, Los Angeles, and Miami
The partnership highlights the trend of strategic philanthropy in sports, fostering sustainable community development.
With the power of GameAbove Sports, Bruton, a long-time Australia basketball ambassador, can expand his successful Bruton Basketball Foundation.
Over 700 students have graduated from EMU’s cybersecurity program with nearly 100% job placement.
GameAbove Sports sponsored golfer Brett White continues his inspiring journey to full PGA Tour status.
The all-access view of ECHL returns for season 2 in the summer of 2025.
Donation will support a variety of First Tee initiatives impacting youth in Metro Detroit
Toledo’s six-overtime victory over Pittsburgh draws national attention, becoming the most-watched bowl game in Detroit since 2019.
Final score of 48-46 in a bowl-record 6 OTs at the GameAbove Sports Bowl.
GameAbove ambassadors T.J. Lang and Anthony Tomey discuss the event and show us the trophy and helmets for the big game on Dec. 26.
Partnership aims to expand Golf Traveller operations across North America
GameAbove joins the America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit and supports the world’s most extensive collection of papier-mâché heads.
A MAC vs. ACC matchup is set for the renamed bowl game at Detroit's Ford Field.
Shepard, a highly respected sports executive and broadcaster, to lead GameAbove Entertainment.
A look at the docuseries that followed the Idaho Steelheads during their 2023-24 season.
An interview featuring Tyler Nimmons, director and executive producer of "ECHL Unfiltered."
EMU men’s golf, women’s golf, and women’s tennis to benefit
The partnership supports current and future investments with the latest performance sciences.
An interview featuring Tyler Nimmons, director and executive producer of "ECHL Unfiltered."
GameAbove Sports adds to its growing portfolio of investments in sports franchises
Anthony Tomey joins Woodward Sports Ermanni & Edwards with Maz to discuss the new GameAbove Sports Bowl.
Tickets go on sale Wednesday, October 16 at 10 AM ET; the Game on December 26 at 2 PM ET
Season 1 of ECHL Unfiltered begins streaming on Sunday, October 6
Set to premiere Sunday, September 29 on NHL Network
The BIG3, a 3-on-3 basketball league co-founded by Ice Cube in 2017, sold four franchises in Miami, Los Angeles, Detroit, and Houston.
Plans to base the team in Detroit for the 2025 season
Support of Detroit’s PGA TOUR event reflects GameAbove’s commitment to its sports and philanthropic initiatives in the region
The $6.5 million commitment reflects the belief in the potential for the programs to achieve greatness.
The new GameAbove entity to bring its innovative & strategic investment approach into the sports sector.
Kellett gains exemption into the 2024 RBC Canadian Open
GameAbove celebrates the monumental success of their recent Gamers for Giving fundraiser.
This year's Symposium has 200+ presentations from 220 students.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for EMU's golf programs' new world-class indoor training site.
“ICEMAN” will also be available on NBA TV starting Dec. 13.
Anderson tallied 18 birdies for the tournament and a superb seven-under-par third round.
Brett White Friday Flash Interview 2023 Sanderson Farms Championship PGA Tour
Thanks to the expansion of the Textbook Affordability Initiative, students can sometimes obtain free ebooks or other less expensive text options.
Brett topped the leaderboard at the PGA Tour's 2023 Sanderson Farms Championship Qualifier.
Don't miss "Explore Ypsi" - connect with local businesses in Ypsilanti from Sep 5 to Oct 31, 2023.
Fans will be greeted by a statue of Gervin's legendary finger roll at the arena named in his honor.
Sun will oversee all giving relations and strategic philanthropic partnerships.
A statue of “The Iceman” will be revealed to the public in August 2023 at the George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti.
The robust cybersecurity program will soon include new research and certificate.
A $150K donation to EMU’s Center for Entrepreneurship helps launch and sustain an Executive Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Venture Challenge.
The new scholarship will assist students facing financial aid challenges and aims to improve student retention and graduation completion rate.
New world-class indoor training site to support championship golf programs
E-bikes will advance overall campus safety and engagement
GameAbove and Gamers Outreach deliver portable gaming kiosks to Trinity Health to help long-term care patients manage stress through gaming.
The park located at the GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology will offer enhanced outdoor space for students and events
GameAbove funds trip to Georgia for students to network and have an eye-opening experience
Renamed Center to honor former EMU great and Detroit native George Gervin
Production company behind “The Last Dance” takes on “Iceman” story
Donated STEM kits to students and will assist Digital Divas in providing STEM learning to middle schoolers.
GameAbove donations to STEM education reaches over $800,000 in just two years
$500,000 gift to GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology for public-private collaborations in mobility.
Streaming gaming tournament on March 20-21 raises funds for entertainment therapy for hospitalized youth.
GameAbove's $20 million supports innovation and excellence.
GameAbove’s donation will aid the Best of the Batch Foundation in achieving its $8.2 million goal for a 33,000-square-foot educational center.
Support goes to university students, local hospitals, and many families.
The Alumni Pay-it-Forward fund will provide financial support to EMU graduates and first-year students next fall.
The new STEM initiative to encourage youth to pursue tech careers.
Gift honors the late Brian Clouse, a standout emu football player.
New world-class indoor training site to support championship golf program
$500,000 to pay for social worker, new home to aid homeless & at-risk youth
GameAbove announces an initial $3.5 Million Gift to support faculty and students.