NEW YORK /PRNewswire/ — FanDuel Group, the premier sports gaming destination in the United States, and 97.5 The Fanatic, the premier radio station for Philadelphia sports talk, announced today that tickets are available for its Philly FanFest event on Saturday, August 26th at Xfinity Live from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. ET.

FanDuel FanFest 2023 will be a free live event headlined by exclusive musical performances from Platinum selling duo Rae Sremmurd and a special surprise headliner. To attend FanFest, users must opt in to promotion and make a $25+ wager to get a free ticket, which is open to the first 10,000 people. The event will feature unique sports experiences with Philadelphia sports legends Brian Dawkins, Darren Sproles, Scott Hartnell, and more. A moderated Q&A session will be held with athletes and celebrities on site.

“We are excited to bring our FanDuel FanFest event to the great city of Philadelphia,” said Andrew Sneyd, Marketing Executive Vice President. “Between the amazing musical performances, our surprise headline act, and the legendary athletes in attendance, this event will have something for all and is another way for us to do something extraordinary to celebrate our customers and sports betting in the state of Pennsylvania.”

Throughout the day, attendees will also be treated to FanDuel’s Superstar Showdown, where Philly sports legends will compete against each other in various sports challenges and games. Guests will be able to watch these events and predict who they think will win through FanDuel’s Free-2-Play game to win prizes. The event will also feature several other activities for attendees, including local food vendors, a pop-up FanDuel Sports Bar and Lounge, brand activations, trophy photo ops and more.

“97.5 The Fanatic is thrilled to continue our amazing partnership with FanDuel for FanFest’s 10^th Anniversary. With all the excitement planned for the day, it will be the biggest celebration dedicated to Philadelphia sports fans that we have ever seen,” said Eric Camille, APD of 97.5.

For more information on this event, and to get tickets, please visit FanDuel.com/FanFest.

About FanDuel Group:
FanDuel Group is an innovative sports-tech entertainment company that is changing the way consumers engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. The premier gaming destination in the United States, FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across gaming, sports betting, daily fantasy sports, advance-deposit wagering, and TV/media. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states with approximately 17 million customers and nearly 30 retail locations. The company is based in New York with offices in California, New Jersey, Florida, Oregon, Georgia, Portugal, Romania and Scotland. Its network FanDuel TV and FanDuel+ are broadly distributed on linear cable television and through its relationships with leading direct-to-consumer OTT platforms. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment plc, the world’s largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and a constituent of the FTSE 100 index of the London Stock Exchange.

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Orange Comet Further Expands Gaming Portfolio

LOS ANGELES /PRNewswire/ — Orange Comet, a leading next-generation gaming and entertainment company, today announced its partnership to develop Barry Sonnenfeld’s Dinosaurs vs. Aliens into a first-of-its-kind action packed and cinematically driven Web3 enabled video game that will bring iconic prehistoric and other-worldly creatures to life in a never before seen way. Based on the 2012 graphic novel created by Sonnenfeld and Grant Morrison about a secret world war battle that was never recorded in our history books, the game is currently in early development by Orange Comet.

On the heels of its recent partnership with Mysten Labs, which announced the launch of three new titles, including the upcoming The Walking Dead: Lands, the news of Dinosaurs vs. Aliens further demonstrates how Orange Comet is pushing the boundaries of innovation and imagination to deliver unparalleled gameplay. Founded in 2020, Orange Comet leverages innovative and imaginative technology to create next-level Web3 enabled video games for players worldwide, captivating and transporting audiences into new realms of entertainment, while monetizing Hollywood’s most treasured franchises and IP. 

“Orange Comet is committed to unlocking the limitless power of the blockchain, enabling entertainment across worlds never explored before,” said Dave Broome, CEO of Orange Comet. “With Dinosaurs vs. Aliens, we are excited to expand our gaming portfolio as we set a path for Orange Comet’s first original gaming project, evolving this celebrated narrative into a truly bespoke gaming experience that allows players and fans to embark on an extraordinary journey with today’s most sophisticated technology at the helm.”

The partnership first came to life when Sharad Devarajan, co-founder of Liquid Comics (the publisher of ‘Dinosaurs vs. Aliens’) approached Sonnenfeld with an idea of reimagining the graphic novel story by way of Web3 enabled games and online digital experiences. Devarajan connected with Broome who soon began to think of unique ways to bring this imaginative story into life through gaming and Web3 technology, and to do so in a way that fully immerses gamers and fans into an alternate universe, where they too can be a part of the story. 

“As soon as I met Dave Broome and his team, I became incredibly excited about the possibilities Orange Comet could bring to the Dinosaurs vs. Aliens  IP,” said Barry Sonnenfeld, Creator of Dinosaurs vs. Aliens. “Even as Grant Morrison and I were working on the initial graphic novel, I imagined how much potential the concept lent itself towards gaming. I can’t wait to see this next chapter of Dinosaurs vs. Aliens come to life as a Web3 game.”

Orange Comet, led by entertainment industry veteran Dave Broome, is a passion-driven company creating industry-defining web3 enabled games with Hollywood-style production quality. Building on its continued expansion and growth, Orange Comet has also welcomed Peter Morales as its newest Chief Technology Officer & Head of Gaming, joining the company’s unique team of industry experts with backgrounds ranging from AAA gaming to television, movies and award-winning creative design.

To stay apprised on the latest information around the upcoming title and to learn more about this partnership, visit http://dinosaursvaliens.com and follow on social media @OrangeComet.

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ABOUT ORANGE COMET
Orange Comet is a leading next-generation gaming and entertainment company creating immersive Web3-enabled games in partnership with the biggest entertainment properties in the world. Combining AAA games and blockchain expertise, with our award-winning creative team and Hollywood pedigree, Orange Comet has built a high-caliber and unique team of game technologists, producers, artists and programmers, working at the convergence of games, film, television, music and graphic novels. For more information, visit us at OrangeComet.com, as well as on Twitter and Instagram.

ABOUT BARRY SONNENFELD
Barry Sonnenfeld is a filmmaker and writer who began his career as a cinematographer, collaborating with the Coen Brothers on their first feature film BLOOD SIMPLE, followed by RAISING ARIZONA and MILLER’S CROSSING. Sonnenfeld also served as director of photography on Penny Marshall’s BIG, Danny DeVito’s THROW MOMMA FROM THE TRAIN, and two Rob Reiner films, WHEN HARRY MET SALLY and MISERY. He made his directorial debut in 1991 with THE ADDAMS FAMILY, followed by ADDAMS FAMILY VALUES, GET SHORTY, WILD WILD WEST, MEN IN BLACK, MEN IN BLACK II, MEN IN BLACK III, Big Trouble and RV, among others.

Sonnenfeld was executive producer and showrunner on Netflix’s Peabody Award winning show A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS, which ran for three seasons. The show revived Emmy Award nominations each year, as well as DGA nominations  for Sonnenfeld’s direction. Previously, Sonnenfeld received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series and the DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Comedy Series for PUSHING DAISIES – ‘Pie-lette.’ He recently directed the first season’s 6 episodes of Schmigadoon.

For eight years, Sonnenfeld was a contributing editor for Esquire Magazine where he wrote a monthly column, “The Digital Man.” His memoir, “Barry Sonnenfeld, Call Your Mother, Memoirs of a Neurotic Filmmaker”, was published by Hachette in 2020. Sonnenfeld is a graduate of NYU and NYU Graduate Film School. He currently resides on a farm in Pemberton, BC with his lovely wife Sweetie.

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Pickleball may not have the same level of recognition as traditional racquet sports like tennis or badminton, but it is a rapidly growing sport. And for Kelly Stroble, it’s been a path to pro success.

Stroble didn’t come to pickleball in the typical way. Instead of years playing tennis or racquetball, she came from a softball background. But after being introduced to the sport by a friend, Stroble quickly fell in love with pickleball’s fast-paced, team-oriented gameplay.

Stroble’s commitment to the sport paid off in a big way. After only a few years of playing, she made it to the US Open, an event held annually in Naples, Florida that attracts the best pickleball players from around the world.

Part of what makes pickleball so appealing is the inclusive and supportive nature of its community. Stroble speaks highly of the other pro players, saying “we’re all friends at the end of the day.” And while it’s a relatively new sport, it’s one that’s growing quickly, with more and more players and fans joining the community every year.

Stroble has also been fortunate enough to have great partnerships with sponsors like Engage Pickleball and Civil E Apparel. These partnerships have helped her excel in the sport, providing her with the tools and support she needs to be a top player.

Overall, Stroble’s story is a testament to the power of dedication and hard work. Even without a traditional racquet sport background, she was able to become a pro player in a growing and competitive sport. And it’s clear that she’s not done yet – Stroble has already set her sights on even bigger accomplishments in the future.

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• Engage Pickleball: https://engagepickleball.com/
• Civil E Apparel: https://www.civileapparel.com/

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