The AAU 17-under Boys Basketball Super Showcase Presented by Champion is part of the AAU National Championship, featuring marquee 17-under club teams from across the country.

The event includes two days of pool play and a single-elimination tournament. The tournament is a breeding ground for future NBA stars; former AAU 17U players-now NBA pros include Amare Stoudemire, Chris Paul, Dwyane Wade and rookie John Wall.

Class of 2011 and 2012 players ranked in the ESPNU 100 and ESPNU Super 60 will square off in hopes to make it to the championship, of which some games will air live on ESPNU Monday and Tuesday, July 26 and 27.

Top ranked players include Michael Gilchrist and Austin Rivers for the class of 2011 and DeJuan Coleman and L. J. Rose for the class of 2012. Additional AAU basketball games featuring 14U and 15U boys will stream live on ESPN3.com.

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My: Moment, the first green-lit special, which offers an inside peek into the mind of Olympic gold medal skier Lindsay Vonn, is already in production and slated to air on EPIX in January 2011.

Co-created by Hecht and Academy Award-nominated directors Sean and Andrea Fine, My: Moment takes an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look at what sets a professional athlete apart amidst the intense moments leading up to a major competitive event in her career. My: Moment is also being co-produced with IMG Entertainment, the premier sports representation firm.

“We are very happy to be teaming up with EPIX to bring our specials to television,” said Albie Hecht, CEO and Founder of Worldwide Biggies Inc. “EPIX is building an impressive roster of original programming and we are excited to be a part of their line-up. We see My: Moment as the Unplugged of the sports world, giving viewers something both visually and conceptually unlike anything else out there in sports documentaries.”

Laverne McKinnon, Executive Vice President, Original Programming and Development at EPIX, added “Albie is a rare and exceptional producer with a contagious passion and energy. He completely gets EPIX on every platform, and is committed to helping us build our network with unique and wildly entertaining premium events. We’re thrilled to have this commitment with Albie and Worldwide Biggies.”

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3. Nickelodeon And NFL Partner To Produce Animated Series ‘Rush Zone: Guardians of the Core’

This production partnership will bring 22-episode series ‘Rush Zone: Guardians of the Core’ for Nicktoons. The series will be based on NFL’s online world for kids NFLRUSH ZONE.

Rush Zone: Guardians of the Core will comprise two-to-five minute shorts featuring an unexpected new hero, all 32 NFL teams and the voices of NFL players and coaches as themselves, such as Coach Sean Payton, who led the New Orleans Saints to victory in Super Bowl XLIV, and New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning.

The new series will be broadcast on Nicktoons weekly coinciding the 2010 NFL season from September through February and will end with a one-hour movie special to air the day before Super Bowl XLV.

Nicktoons.com and NFLRUSH.com will also stream the animated short-form series. High-definition production is also planned for using it on Jumbotrons in NFL stadiums across the country.

Rush Zone: Guardians of the Core follows Ishmael, a 10-year old boy who was just an ordinary kid until learning that all 32 NFL stadiums also serve as secret strongholds of an otherworldly benevolent life force that he has been chosen to guard. That life force, once the core of a far-off peaceful planet, has been broken into pieces, or shards, which are hidden in every NFL stadium around the country. An evil villain known as Sudden Death is determined to find the shards, reassemble them and end humanity. To stop Sudden Death, Ish is given the physical abilities of an NFL football player (and a few additional super powers) to battle on and off the gridiron.

Dawkins, Nicktoons General Manager, Senior Vice President, Nickelodeon Programming Partnerships said “It is great to be partnering with the NFL. To be able to bring the power of two brands that boys love, the NFL and Nickelodeon, together less than one roof and leverage the best of what we both do is extremely exciting. This new series combines fantasy, sports, game play, team work, competition and the age old theme of good vs. evil, under one compelling new narrative.”

Peter O’Reilly, NFL Vice President of Fan Strategy & Marketing said “We are pleased to expand our relationship with Nickelodeon and to bring the NFL to life in a fantastical, exciting animated series. Millions of children have discovered the fun of the NFLRUSH ZONE online world in the past two years, and this new series is a great way of bringing the RUSH ZONE to an even wider audience every week during the NFL season.”

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Other HBO play dates:

• April 17 – 10:30 a.m.
• April 19 – 10:00 a.m., 6:30 p.m.
• April 22 – 3:00 a.m.
• April 23 – 5:00 p.m.
• April 27 – noon, 7:30 p.m.
• April 29 – 6:00 a.m., 1:00 a.m., and
• May 2 – 8:00 a.m.

HBO2 play dates:

• April 15 – 9:00 a.m., 11:55 p.m.
• April 18 – 3:30 p.m.
• April 20 – noon, 9:00 p.m.
• April 26 – 1:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m.
• April 28 – 7:00 p.m.
• April 30 – 9:00 p.m.
• May 4 – 7:00 p.m., 5:00 a.m. and
• May 6 – 9:00 a.m.

HBO On Demand availability:  April 19-May 10

Segments include:

Arturo Gatti. Few fighters rivaled Arturo “Thunder” Gatti for heart, determination or sheer toughness.  A beloved

brawler who called northern New Jersey home, Gatti became a star by displaying a willingness to literally die in the ring rather than give up.  Given his reputation for refusing to quit, news of the 37-year-old’s death last July was particularly shocking.  Brazilian authorities initially suspected that Gatti had been murdered and charged his wife  Amanda with the crime – but after investigating concluded that Gatti killed himself.  While the authorities claim to be sure of their suicide theory, many questions still remain, and those closest to the famed slugger refuse to believe he was capable of taking his own life.  Correspondent Jon Frankel travels to Brazil to shed light on what actually happened the night Arturo Gatti died.

Producer:  Chapman Downes.

Vernon Forrest.  On a hot summer night last July, boxing champion Vernon Forrest, 38, and his 11-year-old godson, Shamar Guillory, pulled into a downtown Atlanta gas station for a quick stop.  Moments later, a senseless act of violence left a beloved fighter dead and a child witness traumatized.  Bryant Gumbel visits Atlanta to follow the trail of the murder investigation that brought together the police and the bereft community where Forrest had become such a prominent figure through his charitable work.  Gumbel also talks with Shamar Guillory, the young eyewitness to the tragic shooting, who provides a detailed account of what happened the night boxing lost one of its “good guys.”

Producer:  David Scott.

Alexis Arguello.  When former three-time boxing champion Alexis Arguello took the stage in 2008 to celebrate his election as mayor of Managua, Nicaragua’s capitol, it was a most unlikely sight.  For more than two decades, the greatest Nicaraguan athlete of all time had been in a downward spiral that included exile from his homeland and serious issues with drug addiction.  Now, Arguello was seemingly back on top, but it wouldn’t last long.  Less than a year later, amidst a maelstrom of political pressure, and embarrassment over the powerless nature of his position and his relationship with President Daniel Ortega, he took his own life.  As Arguello’s family and friends continue to grieve his passing, correspondent Frank Deford, in a gripping REAL SPORTS/Sports Illustrated report, heads to Nicaragua in search of answers about why Arguello may have felt compelled to take his own life.

Producer:  Josh Fine.

REAL SPORTS WITH BRYANT GUMBEL recently received six Sports Emmy® nominations for the 2009 programming year.  Winners will be announced April 26.

The executive producers of REAL SPORTS WITH BRYANT GUMBEL are Ross Greenburg and Rick Bernstein; Kirby Bradley is senior producer.

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Television Network utilizes Vistas Unlimited developed computer technology to insert advertisement during live television broadcast.

Vistas Unlimited received the George Wensel Technical Achievement Award at the 29th Annual Sports Emmy Awards in 2008. The George Wensel Technical Achievement Award for Vistas Unlimited’s development of the video processing and insertion of optimal putt paths for The Golf Channel on many of its PGA and LPGA broadcasts.

Chuck Pagano, executive vice president, ESPN technology, said “This acquisition represents ESPN’s dedication to staying at the forefront of innovation and technology development. The team that is joining ESPN brings a wealth of knowledge on developing cutting-edge virtual components that enhance the fan’s enjoyment of a game telecast.”

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This agreement will allow WFN to present popular Skeeter Bass Champs television shows in standard and high-definition. WFN will be presenting sponsor of more than 60 Skeeter Bass Champs events during the next two years.

Skeeter Bass Champs television show captures the reality of tournament fishing by highlighting the trials struggles and rewards those anglers tackle throughout a tournament. It offers winning techniques, hot locations and new product highlights and has become one of the most popular fishing shows because viewers get to see real anglers, like themselves, during real competitions. The show has been shot in high-definition since its inception in 2002.

Mark Rubinstein, President and CEO of World Fishing Network, said “This partnership provides us entertaining content for our viewers and a great venue to promote our network to thousands of passionate anglers throughout Texas. Our network’s exciting programming line-up of tournament action coupled with entertaining and informative lifestyle
programs help satisfy the insatiable appetite of North America’s 60 million anglers.”

Chad Potts, President of Bass Champs, Inc., said “We are extremely excited about the future of the Bass Champs television show with WFN and look forward to being featured on the network’s fishing line-up. This new partnership provides our anglers and viewers with many more opportunities to watch the show and allows our sponsors to reach the
demographic they desire.”

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Hall of Fame coach and broadcaster John Madden will present his introductions on the new series and also his personal view on the AFL a special league.

Full Color Football was launched on Showtime in 2009 and this year on NFL Network will present the start of the maverick American Football League to the present the merger with the rival National Football League.

Full Color Football profiles the personalities, teams, news events and more that the exciting new league brought to the fans. The 2009 season marked the 50th season of the eight original AFL teams who played their inaugural slate of games in 1960.

Full Color Football: The History of the American Football League five week schedule is as follows:

Full Color Football Week I on Friday, January 8 at 8:00 PM ET
Episode One, “The New Frontier,” examines Lamar Hunt’s radical idea that was born on an airplane after the NFL refused his attempt to purchase a pro football franchise. Follow the seemingly foolish dream into reality through the back stories of the AFL founders. From the league’s humble beginnings of games played in mostly empty stadiums to the landmark 1962 AFL Championship – a double overtime thriller — Part One takes an in-depth look at the beginning of “The New Frontier.”

Full Color Football Week II on Thursday, Jan. 14, 10:00 PM ET
The new league faces challenges drawing attention and recognition but the Buffalo Bills and San Diego Chargers gain national fame, plus how the Civil Rights movement changes pro sports.

Full Color Football Week III on Thursday, Jan. 21, 10:00 PM ET
The AFL and NFL had “signing wars” when it came to signing and drafting college players. A deal with NBC boosts the league and makes a media star of Joe Namath and the creation of the Super Bowl.

Full Color Football Week IV on Thursday, Jan. 28, 9:00 PM ET
Joe Namath, the first major star of the AFL, leads the New York Jets to a stunning upset victory over the highly favored Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III.

Full Color Football Week V on Thursday, Jan. 28, 10:00 PM ET
The AFL impact following the merger with the NFL is recognized as the Kansas City Chiefs of the AFL beat the Vikings in Super Bowl IV. The new “Monday Night Football” helps make football America’s most popular sport.

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• E! HD
• Fox Business Network HD
• G4 HD
• IFC HD
• MSNBC HD
• Planet Green HD
• Style HD
• The Weather Channel HD
• TV1 HD and
  
• We HD

Time Warner Cable is presently offering 60 HD channels and the cable operator is planning to bring more HD channels to Milwaukee subscribers.

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WealthTV’s programming lineup includes:

• Classical Journeys
• Culinary Travels: Las Vegas, Nevada
• Distant Shores: Bahamas
• Forest of Eternal Life: Cultural Japan
• Let’s Shop: Copenhagen
• Planet Luxury
• Vicarious Escape
• Wealth International News
• Wealth on Wheels: Magazine
• WealthTV At The Movies

Cameron Westfall, Affiliate Relations for WealthTV, said “Cincinnati Bell has further expanded its robust high definition offerings for the enjoyment of its customers. We are excited to have Cincinnati Bell viewers enjoy our expansive series of unique and all original shows in crystal clear high definition.”

Darrick Zucco, General Manager of FiOptic Services, said “We are excited to add WealthTV as we look to strengthen our HD offering to Cincinnati Bell customers. We are now able to offer over 50 High Definition channels to our customer base.”

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Mega TV can be viewed on following channels on different operators:

Cable and satellite users can watch Mega TV on:

DirecTV – Channel 169

Dish Network - Channel 60

Choice – Channel 16

Liberty – Channel 45

OneLink – Channel 60

Luis Roldan, Senior Vice President, and General Manager for SBS and Mega TV in Puerto Rico, said “With these new signals, not only will everyone on the Island be able to watch our programming; we will also have a clearer image. For geographical reasons, most of our households without cable or satellite couldn’t receive our signal in the past. With this new technology, everyone on the island will enjoy Mega TV’s popular and impactful programming. We are very pleased with the acceptance that the Puerto Rican community has given us and we are committed to keep on bringing excellent programming.”

Cynthia Hudson-Fernandez, Chief Creative Officer and Executive Vice President for SBS and Managing Director of Mega TV, said “We believe that these new affiliates in Puerto Rico will enormously help our growth plan, and will guarantee our position as a leading competitor in Hispanic television. Our audience on the island has been faithful to our programming from day one, and we promise to reciprocate with the best we can offer.”

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