This quarter’s Fan Connection is jam-packed with everything from a flashback to Floyd Mayweather’s 44th epic birthday celebration weekend, emerging fashion trends, the latest updates in sports and entertainment, and the scoop on what events should be on your radar next. Our newest addition to the newsletter is our Pushing the Conversation Forward series. Each feature highlights women who are “killing it” in their respective fields within the sports and entertainment industry. We’ve also highlighted some great fans, and present a pair of interviews from one of the newest father-son duos to the Mayweather Promotions family. Finally, checkout the merchandise section for updates to our online shops; Mayweather Sports and TMT! As we head into the spring season, all you need to know and more can be found in the Fan Connection.
UPCOMING EVENTS/SPORTING EVENTS/RECAPS
Sporting events are getting back into action, and we look forward to an action-filled year. Read below to catch up on the most recent sport news and the Mayweather Promotions events that you may have missed.
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FLOYD MAYWEATHER’S LAVISH STAR-STUDDED 44TH FUTURISTIC BIRTHDAY WEEKEND
Floyd Mayweather kicked-off his 44th birthday celebration in style on Thursday, February 19th in Florida with a futuristic-themed line-up of events. The Venue nightclub, a 32,000 square ft. venue in Fort Lauderdale, FL was the first stop. The event saw stars like Busta Rhymes, rapper Rick Ross, Jadakiss, even President Joe Biden’s brother James, and many more! A private dinner followed on Friday, Saturday’s festivities included a party at a mansion on Star Island, and weekend was wrapped up with a private yacht party. From there Floyd took the party to the Caribbean island of Aruba where the celebration festivities continued.
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TOP NFL NEWS
FIVE BEST PLAYERS IN NFL HISTORY TAKEN AT NO. 31
The 2021 NFL draft is fast approaching, and we are recapping the five best players in the NFL history that have taken No.31 overall. This year the Kansas City Chiefs are set to pick the No.31 overall. Take a look at the top five No. 31 of all time which include Greg Olsen, Travis Frederick, Tommy McDonald, Curley Culp, and Cameron Heyward.
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2021 NFL SCHEDULE, EXPANSION OF 17 GAMES
Are you ready for the 2021 NFL season? The NFL is set to expand the regular season by expanding to an additional 17 regular season games to the NFL schedule. This expansion has still yet to be approved, but once it does it will mark the first time the schedule has been changed since 1978. Find out below how a 17th game for each team will impact the playoffs and Super Bowl 56.
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NFL FREE-AGENT SIGNINGS/TRADES WITH BIGGEST 2021 IMPACT
The NFL has seen some players who have changed teams so far this offseason. Joe Thuney is an offensive guard that will make a great asset to the Kansas City Chiefs. Then there is Jared Goff who is a talented quarterback who could be the missing piece to Sean McVay’s Lombardi Trophy puzzle.
To learn more about the biggest NFL free-agent changes click HERE.
TOP MLB NEWS
WHAT MILESTONES WILL MLB PLAYERS REACH IN THE 2021 SEASON
The 2021 MLB has commenced and although last year’s season was cut short to just 60 games due to the pandemic, the 2021 season is coming back stronger than ever to it’s normal, 162-game length. What does this mean for the players? That their pursuits for career records and milestones will be more attainable than the past season. A chance for history to be made is coming with several MLB star players having their chance to reach very significant career milestones.
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BREAKOUT MLB PLAYERS
Player’s talents can sometimes be a surprise. MLB.com writers gathered to share their response to: “Which player has changed your mind?”.
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COORS FIELD TO HOST 2021 MLB ALL-STAR GAME
The Coors Field in Denver will be hosting this year’s MLB All-Star Game after they opted to move the game from Atlanta. This will be the second time that the home of Colorado Rockies will be hosting the classic game.
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TOP NBA NEWS
ALL-STAR CENTER ANDRE DRUMMOND SIGNS WITH LAKERS
The Los Angeles Lakers have recently announced their signing of two-time All-Star center, Andre Drummond, after clearing waivers. Drummond has not played since February 12th after the Cavaliers benched him in an effort to preserve his trade value. His salary is what prevented the Cavs from finding a trade partner, which then eventually led to the buyout.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS ACQUIRE DELON WRIGHT
Cory Joseph will make his way to the Detroit Pistons along with two other picks for Delon Wright. Wright is in year two of a three-year deal and is due for $8.5 million next season. During the 2020-21 season, Wright has averaged 10.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 29.2 minutes per game in 36 games.
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TORONTO RAPTORS MAKE NBA HISTORY
On March 24 the Toronto Raptors have made NBA history with the league having their first all-women broadcasting crew. Meghan McPeak was joined by several inspiring women broadcasters. WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury and Canadian Team player, Kia Nurse reported the play-by-play, while Kayla Grey handle sideline duties. Any Audibert and Kate Beriness hosted the pregame, halftime and postgame shows.
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TOP NHL NEWS
ROY SIGNS $9.45 MILLION CONTRACT WITH KINGS
26-year-old defenseman, Matt Roy, has recently signed a three-year, $9.45 million contract with the Los Angeles Kings. He currently has seven assists and is averaging 19.32 of ice time in 25 games this season, making him third among Kings defensemen in ice time. He has scored 31 points in 120 games.
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NHL HOPES TO EXTEND TO LATINO AUDIENCES
The NHL and some of its franchises have made their efforts to begin to reach out to Latino audiences. They made an agreement with Walt Disney Company this month to bring NHL games back to ESPN starting next season and the network will have international media rights in Latin America and the Caribbean. The NHL has also recently started a league website in Spanish that include three teams – Chicago, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, regularly broadcasting their games in Spanish on the radio.
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TOP MLS NEWS
MLS REVEALS SCHEDULE
The Major League soccer 2021 regular season schedule has been released and it includes an exciting August 21st rematch between MLS Cup finalists Columbus Crew SC and Seattle Sounders FC. The schedule also included opening dates for the league’s three newest stadiums. All 27 MLS clubs will play in 34 regular season matches, 17 home and 17 away. At the end of the regular season the top seven teams will qualify for the Cup Playoffs that will be set to begin on November 19th.
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BIG MLS SEASON FOR THESE PLAYERS
Here are the 10 MLS players who have a huge 2021 season ahead of them. This is defined by the stakes at play both individually and collectively. One of the top players are Sebastian Lletget from the LA Galaxy because he does everything asked of for a central midfielder that is better than most.
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FIRST WOMAN TO OFFICIATE MEN’S WORLD CUP QUALIFIER
2020 MLS Assistant Referee of the Year, Kathryn Nesbitt, has added another milestone to her list of accomplishments as she becomes the first woman to officially work a World Cup qualifying match in the Concacaf region. She is going to the best of four female officials to earn first-round assignments. Nesbitt was also a referee at the 2016 and 2020 women’s Olympic qualifying tournaments and a referee at the 2019 women’s World Cup.
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TOP GOLF NEWS
16-YEAR-OLD PHENOM APPROACHES TOURNAMENT WITH PROS
16-year-old Savannah Country Day golfer, Reed Lotter, found out he received a sponsor’s exemption into the field of the Club Car Championships at the Landings Club. Lotter is one of just 13 people under 17 years old to ever play in a Korn Ferry Tour event. He will be playing alongside professional golfers who travel throughout the year, some have even won the PGA tour.
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THE REAL TRUTH BEHIND THE IMPORTANCE OF THE OLYMPICS FOR GOLFERS
Dustin Johnson, world’s number one golfer, announced earlier this month that he will not be representing the US at the Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan, this summer. He says it is a lot of traveling and wants to focus on the PGA tour. Sixty top golfers were invited to play in Rio but 21 of the world’s best decided to not travel for many reasons. So why aren’t the Olympics a big deal for golfers?
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JORDAN SPIETH PGA TOUR VICTORY
Congratulations to 27-year-old Jordan Spieth who shot four straight rounds under par to earn his two-stroke victory in the 2021 Texas Open. This was his first victory on the PGA Tour since 2017.
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WHAT'S TRENDING
OG AIR JORDAN 1s MAKE THEIR RETURN TO THE SNEAKER SCENE
OG Nike Air Jordan 1s are becoming more popular than they were back in the 80s. Hundreds of styles can be seen worn by your favorite celebrities from models, to athletes, and everyone in between. With new styles of the Jordan 1s constantly emerging, there is nothing like the classic styles that take you back to the 80s. They’ve become a fashion staple too hard to resist!
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BAGGY DENIM JEANS ARE BACK IN STYLE
There is a new hot jean style making a come back and it’s the baggy, loose fitted denim. During quarantine we all geared toward finding the most comfortable clothing to lounge and go out in and what better style than roomy jeans. Style a pair of big jeans with a tailored coat, vintage tee, and some sneakers. The outfit options are limitless!
Source: Vogue
KEEP IT FASHIONABLY CASUAL WITH A BLAZER
NBA players are stepping more into the high fashion category as they have been spotted rocking the blazer over a sweatshirt or hoodie look. This classy, but casual style is great for traveling because it gives you the opportunity to pack your options. This is considered a “street style” mixing luxury brands with pieces of casual and letting you sport and show off your personal style.
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DRESS UP YOUR TRENCH COATS FOR SPRING
You can never go wrong with layering a trench coat. Several celebs have recently been spotted out with various trench coat styles that are perfect for spring. You can dress it up or wear it casual with a pair of your fave jeans.
Source: Vogue
SHOP
THE MONEY TEAM DROPS KID’S COLLECTION
The Money Team has recently dropped their kid’s collection and it’s too great to pass on. The collection includes merchandise and accessory items from age ranges of 12 months – 14 years old. Not only does the collection include the classic ringside tees and hoodies, but also the retro joggers that are perfect to pair with.
TMT women’s new arrivals are here, and they include the grunge crop tops, crop hoodies and fleece, and the classic ringside tank and hoodie in new colorways. These items are perfect to rock for the spring weather approaching!
Be sure to download our TMT App for exclusive promos and to be the first to shop our newest drops before the public, available in Apple App Store & Google Play Store.
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MAYWEATHER SPORTS
Make Mayweather Sports a staple in your wardrobe this spring. Shop the latest quality sportswear for men and women from tees to snapbacks, and everything in between.
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FEATURED FIGHTER: DORIAN KHAN JR.
We recently sat down for a feature interview with one of the newest members of the Mayweather Promotions’ stable Dorian “Lavish” Khan Jr. to discuss why he chose boxing, his goals for the upcoming year, and his motivation. Learn more about the amateur standout and promising prospect who intends to be impressive in and out of the ring. Be sure to follow Dorian’s journey as he prepares to make his pro debut by adding him on Instagram and Twitter at: @livinglavishj.
A new Mayweather Promotions fighter is featured in every Fan Connection newsletter. Be on the lookout for your chance to vote for your favorite fighter to be highlighted next quarter! To vote, follow us on Instagram at @MayweatherPromotions.
FEATURED TRAINER: DORIAN KHAN SR.
This quarter we had the opportunity to sit with Dorian Khan Sr., trainer to one of our newest signees, Dorian Khan Jr. Sr. got candid with us on what it’s been like to train the now 18-year-old boxer, and when he realized his son had a spark that could garner the attention of elite promoters in the sport.
Dorian Khan Sr. didn’t’ have prior boxing training experience before he took on the role of trainer for his son, but it was a sport he fell in love with thanks to his father. He knew the moment his son quit football to take boxing seriously that he had to push his son to be the best up and coming talent as an amateur. It didn’t take much, seeing as Jr. was already a disciplined kid who understood how far hard work & determination could take him.
There was one highlight that really stood out to Sr., press play to see what that moment was when he realized his son was a star in the making.
PUSHING THE CONVERSATION FORWARD
Mayweather Promotions kicked off Women’s History Month with the launch of Pushing the Conversation Forward; an inspiring series highlighting women across sports & entertainment. The series featured seven inspiring women and no stones were unturned during these intimate talks; former world champion & MMA fighter, Ava Knight kicked things off, followed by FOX Sports Reporter, Jordan Plant, Denise Jones of Lakers Nation, owner of CMPR Dominique Simpson, former pro basketball players & co-owners of Power Portions, Stefanie Gilbreath & Briana Butler, the owner of FNOM a Vegas-based events company, Jennifer Burbank, and WNBA superstar and shifter A’ja Wilson.
Our goal as the leading promotional company in sports & entertainment is to continue to push boundaries and shine a light on the outstanding women. We’re excited to announce that our efforts will live beyond Women’s Month! Each quarter we will continue to feature inspiring women across sports & entertainment. Since we started this series off with a strong group of 7 women for Women’s History month in March, we have chosen to feature those 7 in this quarter’s newsletter.
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FAN FEATURE
The amount of love Mayweather Promotions receives from fans around the globe is awe-inspiring, and we cannot thank you enough for your continued support. To express thanks, we connect with our fans quarterly and shine a light on their love and admiration for their favorite fighters through this section of our newsletter. Watch, listen, and learn as Vinh Huynh and Julio Rivera share with the world who their favorite fighters are and why.
Vinh Huynh
18-year-old Vinh Huynh was born and raised in Austin, TX and currently studies business administration at Austin Community College. When he’s not focused on his studies, Vinh loves to watch boxing and laces up the gloves in his spare time. Tune-in to Vinh’s must-watch interview to see what sparked his interest in Floyd Mayweather and why he considers himself Floyd’s biggest fan. Be sure to give Vinh a follow on Instagram: @vinhyard_
Julio Rivera
Life is all about overcoming obstacles to become your best self and find your purpose. Julio Rivera’s no stranger to struggle but was determined to stay motivated and continue pushing forward. Julio used boxing as a catalyst for change and is now the owner of Rivera’s Boxing and Fitness Club in Springfield, MA. Watch and learn more about what draws Julio to Kevin Johnson, a fighter that he believes is good for the sport and humanity. Follow Julio’s moves in the sport on IG: @_syracuse_green_
Thank you to all Mayweather Promotions fans for your overwhelming support! If you would like to share who your favorite fighter is with us and be interviewed for an upcoming feature in our next newsletter, send us a tweet @MayweatherPromo or DM us @MayweatherPromotions on IG.