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VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, Names Steve Cohen Executive Vice President of Talent and Programming
Award-Winning Sports Programmer to Expand VSiN’s Original Content Offerings
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VSiN, The Sports Betting Network (“VSiN”), announces the appointment of long-time media industry executive Steve Cohen as the network’s Executive Vice President, Talent and Programming. Cohen spent the last 20 years as the Senior Vice President of Sports Programming at SiriusXM, where he built and oversaw their sports talk radio stations, including channels done in collaboration with all professional sports leagues. He will join VSiN leadership in working to rapidly expand sponsorship, distribution, and audience, while continuing to deliver the most credible content sports bettors can find anywhere.
“With more than 37 years under his belt, Steve is one of the most respected and innovative executives in the media business and was key in VSiN’s original launch on SiriusXM,” said VSiN Founder, Brian Musburger. “Having launched more than a dozen sports talk radio stations, including SiriusXM NFL Radio and Mad Dog Sports Radio following a successful 17-year career in terrestrial radio, it’s hard to find a media leader with more experience giving an audience exactly what they’re looking for. He is a beloved manager with a track record of getting the best out of talent and a unique understanding of the importance of unbiased, credible information for sports bettors.”
With a focus on delivering superior sports betting programming, Cohen will identify new talent, strengthen the network’s lineup, and create additional content for broader distribution. The network will leverage his decades of experience across sports and media channels to support VSiN’s mission of delivering sports news, analysis and insights that bettors use to help make more informed betting decisions.
“Since I first met the team back in 2015, I’ve known that they were building something special,” said Cohen. “I’m excited to join a group that has always been at the forefront of the sports betting industry and look forward to the opportunity to leverage my experience creating content across every sport and medium to deliver an exceptional product that satisfies the content needs of all sports fans, especially those who wager on sports.”
Cohen joined SiriusXM in 2004 and, as Senior Vice President of Sports Programming, he built and oversaw the company’s sports news and talk programs on all of SiriusXM’s sports channels, including the hiring of talent, show development and production. He led the development and launch of first-of-their-kind dedicated league-partnered sports radio channels like SiriusXM NFL Radio, SiriusXM NBA Radio, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. In addition, Cohen and his team built and programmed SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio, SiriusXM College Sports Radio, SiriusXM FC, SiriusXM Fight Nation, the all-sports Mad Dog Sports Radio channel, as well as individual channels dedicated to the Power Five college conferences. He oversaw MLB Network Radio, SiriusXM NHL Network Radio and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio channels since the merger of Sirius and XM in 2008. He was also responsible for overseeing all live play-by-play programming available to SiriusXM listeners, including NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL games, NASCAR, IndyCar, Formula One, golf, college sports, international soccer, horse racing and more.
Before joining SiriusXM, Cohen worked at WFAN Sports Radio in New York, where he served as the Executive Producer for both the New York Jets Radio Network and New York Giants Radio Network. He was among the pioneers of the fantasy sports industry when he founded the Pro Football News and Injury Report in the early 1990s and was inducted into the Fantasy Sports Hall of Fame in 2017. In addition to his hosting on WFAN, Sirius XM, Westwood One and Fox Sports Radio, he has written for several print and digital outlets, including ESPN.com, the New York Daily News, New Haven Register, Seattle Post-Intelligencer and the Newark Star-Ledger.
Recently Cohen was honored as the recipient of the 2024 Jeff Smulyan Award given by Barrett Media. Cohen oversaw programming that won multiple Cynopsis and Ad-Week Awards for Best Radio shows and podcasts and he and his team received the 2005 Eclipse Award.
A graduate of the University of Arizona, Cohen began his career in 1987 as a board operator and tape editor at WFAN.
About VSiN
VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, is the first sports media company dedicated to providing news, analysis and proprietary data to the millions of Americans who wager on sports and make sports betting a multibillion-dollar industry. Fueled by award-winning broadcasters and legendary oddsmakers, the network informs and entertains consumers with the latest sports betting news and industry trends on multiple platforms. Fans can access VSiN content on YouTube TV, Rogers’ Sportsnet, NESN, Marquee Sports Network, MASN, Spectrum SportsNet LA, SportsNet Pittsburgh, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, more than 300 terrestrial radio stations throughout the U.S., VSiN.com, and VSiN.com/Podcasts.
VSiN’s newsroom studio is located in the sportsbook at the Circa Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
Media Contact:
VSiN
Michelle Musburger
[email protected]
773.230.0629
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VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, Partners with Interstate 15 Sports & Entertainment to Drive Sustained Growth
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, announces a strategic partnership with Interstate 15, the cutting-edge sports and entertainment marketing agency founded by industry veterans Jason Gastwirth, Jamie Fritz, and Greg Cannon. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in VSiN’s journey as it expands its influence within the rapidly evolving sports entertainment landscape.
VSiN was founded in 2017 by Brian Musburger, Bill Adee and others, with the mission to provide credible, independent information to sports bettors through a unique blend of news, analysis, and proprietary data. Following the network being acquired in 2021, VSiN was bought back by Musburger Media and is now poised to further enhance its brand and broaden its reach.
“We’re excited to leverage this partnership to enhance VSiN’s brand and further accelerate our growth,” said Brian Musburger, president & chief business officer at VSiN. “With Jason’s vast understanding of entertainment strategy and his relationships in Las Vegas, Jamie’s connections to sports legends and Greg’s track record creating, launching and building brands, Interstate 15’s proven expertise will help VSiN tap into the cache and star power that make Las Vegas the entertainment capital of the world.”
Interstate 15, headquartered in Las Vegas, brings decades of expertise in entertainment brand strategy, marketing, and management, with a portfolio that includes leading commercial organizations and high-profile personalities. Interstate 15 will play a critical role in refining VSiN’s brand positioning, developing a comprehensive distribution strategy, and supporting partnership development to drive new revenue streams.
“We are thrilled to partner with VSiN and leverage our combined strengths to create a unique and compelling experience for sports enthusiasts and bettors alike,” said Greg Cannon, co-founder of Interstate 15.
This partnership is part of VSiN’s broader strategy to innovate and expand its offerings, making it a leader not just in sports betting, but in sports entertainment as a whole. VSiN will continue to deliver its renowned sports betting content while exploring new avenues for growth and audience engagement, positioning itself as a comprehensive sports entertainment network.
For more information about VSiN and Interstate 15, visit VSiN.com and Interstate15.com.
About VSiN
VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, is the first media company dedicated to providing news, analysis, and proprietary data to sports bettors. Founded in 2017, VSiN has become a trusted source of independent sports betting information. With content across multiple platforms, including its 24/7 stream, podcasts, and partnerships with major broadcast networks, VSiN continues to lead the industry in providing credible sports betting insights.
About Interstate 15
Interstate 15 is a Las Vegas-based sports and entertainment marketing agency specializing in strategic consulting, talent management, branding, creative development, and digital marketing. Founded by industry leaders with a track record of excellence, Interstate 15 is redefining the standards of sports entertainment marketing and talent representation.
Media Contacts:
Michelle Musburger
[email protected]
773.230.0629
Celena Haas
[email protected]
702.527.2567
Network Promotes Miles Gwyn to Chief Operating Officer, Defines Senior Leadership Roles
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, announces updates to leadership, including the promotion of Miles Gwyn to Chief Operating Officer. In this new role, Gwyn will manage the network’s day-to-day operations, overseeing content production, distribution and advertising partnerships, technology, compliance, and infrastructure. As part of this new management structure, Brian Musburger takes the role of President & Chief Business Officer and Bill Adee becomes VSiN’s Chief Executive Officer.
“We’re thrilled to recognize the critical work Miles has done in building VSiN and helping us deliver the best product sports bettors can find anywhere,” said Musburger. “Bill has been an amazing partner in building this network during every phase and there’s no one better suited than him to run the network as its CEO. With Bill, Miles and Steve Cohen in place, we’re better positioned than ever and I look forward to setting my focus on our aggressive plans to rapidly expand distribution and partnerships.”
“Miles has stepped up to every challenge we’ve thrown his way and I’m sure this will be no different,” said Adee. “Having this strong leadership team will accelerate our growth as we head into our biggest season of the year.”
Gwyn was most recently Director of Broadcast Operations at VSiN, where his responsibilities included technical supervision, managing technical productions and staff, technical collaborations, and communications. Over the past six years with the network, he was part of the team charged with rebranding VSiN on-air graphics, helped manage engineering to execute Circa and Bar Canada studio expansions and led strategy and planning of the technical launch of DraftKings’ FAST channel, DraftKings Network. Prior to joining VSiN, Gwyn was at KTNV – Scripps, where he led station infrastructure upgrades, managed client relationships, and developed and implemented effective ad campaigns. Previously, he held various production roles at live sporting and entertainment events.
“Over the past 5 years, I’ve been fortunate to have the opportunity to work with an amazing team at VSiN, focused on providing a first-in-class experience and driving value for our partners,” said Gwyn. “It’s energizing to be in a growth and expansion mindset, and I look forward to working across departments and people to solidify the systems and structures that will allow us to continue delivering premium sports betting content.”
In addition, VSiN has promoted Stephanie Kamerschak to Executive Producer, responsible for overseeing talent schedules, managing producers and associate producers, and arranging promotional content across platforms. Most recently, Kamerschak was Coordinating Producer at VSiN and previously held senior producer roles at DraftKings and ESPN.
About VSiN
VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, is the first sports media company dedicated to providing news, analysis and proprietary data to the millions of Americans who wager on sports and make sports betting a multibillion-dollar industry. Fueled by award-winning broadcasters and legendary oddsmakers, the network informs and entertains consumers with the latest sports betting news and industry trends on multiple platforms. Fans can access VSiN content on YouTube TV, Rogers’ Sportsnet, NESN, Marquee Sports Network, MASN, Spectrum SportsNet LA, SportsNet Pittsburgh, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, more than 300 terrestrial radio stations throughout the U.S., VSiN.com, and VSiN.com/Podcasts.
VSiN’s newsroom studio is located in the sportsbook at the Circa Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
Media Contact:
VSiN
Michelle Musburger
[email protected]
773.230.0629
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Continuing its promise to offer racing fans the most extensive, user-friendly and unrestricted racing coverage unlike anything else on the market, The Racing App – created by Quantum Leap Solutions in partnership with premium UK bookmaker Fitzdares – has bolstered its product offering with a best-in-class roll-out of US racing coverage.
US racing fans can now enjoy a premium level of content and insights to provide them with a large suite of information including full form details with past performance ratings, in-house horse-by-horse comments, market charts, value prices, form visualisers and tips. Another exciting feature is Compute, a simple-to-use unique tool offering punters a meaningful way of solving the puzzle of horse racing by quantifying at-a-glance the key factors likely to determine the outcome of a race to generate a set of “true” prices based on the data.
All this alongside some of the finest expert insight in the US racing sphere including access to The Nick Luck Daily Podcast, to which The Racing App is a proud sponsor of its US Racing segment in its quest to help UK punters make more informed decisions ahead of key US meetings. Regular analysis from respected broadcaster Cornelius Lysaght is also included.
Unlike any other known content provider in the UK and in the US, The Racing App also offers a video form guide for each upcoming US race, as well as access to live US race streams and replays.
Users can also take advantage of the app’s innovative interactive analysis tools including Speedform and unique visual Draw Charts. Through cutting-edge race simulation graphics, Speedform allows users to gain a greater understanding of how horses are expected to run not just in general but at specific sections of each race, based on speed ratings adapted from par times and conditions allowances.
In development for release later this year, users will also soon be able to select specific previous runs to feature in Speedform visuals and delve deeper into Draw Charts to see how different riding tactics affect the impact of the draw – with The Racing App showing no signs of pulling up.
Ian Heaney, CEO of Quantum Leap Solutions, said: “We’ve crammed top quality content and unique insight into one best-in-class app, something that shows how The Racing App really is the pinnacle of products for racing fans. There’s more to come too, including some even better upgrades to Speedform we’re excited to launch later this year.”
“Our benchmark for making a race interesting is the level of content and insight we offer for
British and Irish racing and we have now delivered that and more for US racing fans.”
Will Woodhams, Fitzdares CEO, said: “The concept that US racing is complicated to follow is now a myth with what The Racing App is capable of providing. Many racing fans feel they’ve never had enough data – now they have a full suite of it. In fact, with the insight and new interactive elements combined with the conformity of US racing, it’s actually a simpler puzzle to solve than UK racing and you could not ask for a more complete tool to aid your racing experience.
“To racing fans I say enjoy – and take advantage of the best racing service at your fingertips to back US winner after US winner.”
Relaunched in November 2023, The Racing App already gives racing fans a free, unrivalled one-stop-shop for their racing needs including live race streaming and all UK and Irish replays, cutting-edge data analytics, unique predictor algorithms, and world-class integrated race cards to provide racing fans with the latest and greatest data in seconds. The app also provides access to an integrated betting platform through Fitzdares.
The Racing App is available to download for free in the iOS and Android App Store. Search ‘The Racing App’ to download now.
US Racing content is available to all users with the exception of those based in the US due to local data rights.
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