GameAbove is a brand rooted in philanthropy, dedicated to inspiring greatness through sports, entertainment, and youth academies. Initially supported by a devoted group of alumni, focused on supporting Eastern Michigan University and its community through GameAbove Giving. Backed by our parent company, CapStone Holdings Inc., our ownership and for-profit ventures, GameAbove Sports and GameAbove Entertainment, continue to drive impact and innovation across the industries we serve.
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Press ReleaseJanuary 15, 2025
Season 2 of “ECHL Unfiltered” to feature South Carolina Stingrays
The all-access view of ECHL returns for season 2 in the summer of 2025.
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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.
George Gervin interview during the Brisbane vs. Melbourne game
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
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 at Eastern Michigan University.
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 to oversee all university relations and strategic 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 EMU 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 at EMU.
GameAbove also contributes $400 to each incoming freshman at Eastern Michigan U.
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.
Eastern Michigan University's "digital divas" and "digital dudes" 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.