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Fanatics is a leading global digital sports platform that specializes in licensed sports merchandise, trading cards, collectibles, and sports betting. The company offers a wide range of products including jerseys, apparel, and memorabilia for fans of various sports leagues and teams. With a strong e-commerce presence and numerous retail locations, Fanatics aims to enhance the fan experience by providing a comprehensive platform for buying, collecting, and betting on sports.

Website
Headquarters
New York, NY
Size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Technology, Information and Internet
Specialities
E-Commerce, Merchandising, Internet, Wholesale, Retail, Sport, Collectibles, Betting & Gaming, Mobile, Tech, Online Retail, In-Venue Retail

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🛍️ Fanatics Product and Pricing News

  • Fanatics released the Winter Classic uniforms for the Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues, featuring historic design elements and marking the first red jersey for the Blackhawks in a special event game.
  • Fanatics has updated its auction offerings to include new sports memorabilia items such as those related to the Houston Cougars, Hartford Whalers, Chicagoland Speedway, Darlington Raceway, Josh Allen, Saquon Barkley, Clayton Kershaw, Derek Jeter, Allen Iverson, and Kirill Kaprizov, while also introducing a 25% off savings promotion with the code CHEER.
  • Fanatics and MVP launched limited-edition trading cards featuring boxing stars on November 8, 2024, marking a strategic shift towards merging sports fandom with digital engagement.
  • Fanatics Collectibles has launched Bodega Sports Cards, transforming a bodega into a sports card shop, as shared by Senior Producer Jeff Hoferer on November 5.
  • Gracie Hunt collaborated with @wearbyea to launch a new game day essentials collection available at Fanatics.com.

  • Fanatics has expanded its Los Angeles Chargers product offerings from 5,198 to 5,444 items, including new popular items like the Nike Vapor F.U.S.E. Elite Custom Jersey and a Magma Lamp with Bluetooth Speaker.
  • Fanatics Sportsbook, launched in April, ranked third in betting handle in Illinois as of August.
  • Fanatics and DraftKings are nearing a settlement in their non-compete dispute involving Michael Hermalyn, Fanatics' president of VIP, after a court-imposed injunction limited his work with Fanatics.

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⚔️ Fanatics Alternatives and Competitors

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  • FanPrint
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  • Dick's Sporting Goods
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  • Amazon
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  • FanBasis
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  • rallyhouse.com
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  • fansedge.com
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  • nflshop.com
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  • Academy Sports + Outdoors
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  • Genesco
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  • Big 5 Sporting Goods
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  • Cabela's
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  • Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia
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  • Collectabillia

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💼 Fanatics Hiring and Layoffs

  • Jennifer McKeehan has joined Fanatics as Chief Operating Officer in the United States, previously serving as Senior Vice President | Supply Chain at Walmart.
  • Angie Carsolio, Fraud at Fanatics Sportsbook, announced joining the board on September 26.
  • J. Peter Galli has joined Fanatics as Senior Director, Ecommerce (Fanatics Collectibles) in the United States, previously serving as Senior Director of Ecommerce and Digital Marketing at Techtronic Industries - TTI.
  • Louis Caligiuri PMP has joined Fanatics as Senior Director Technical Program Management, previously serving as Senior Director- Portfolio Strategy, Functional Products & Services at Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
  • Ian Willson has joined Fanatics as Director, Facilities in the United States, previously serving as Staff Program Manager, Workplace at Tesla.

  • Shannon Dilema has joined Fanatics as a Senior Director from KKR & Co. Inc. where she was a Principal.
  • Johnny Dantonio has joined Fanatics as VP of Creative from New York or Nowhere (NYON), where he was Director of Brand Partnerships.
  • Julia Stevens has left Fanatics as the Director of Supply Chain in the United Kingdom to join smol as the Supply Chain Director.

🤖 Fanatics Developer, Integration and Automation News

  • Fanatics has partnered with Melbourne Storm to exclusively operate their official online store and gameday retail outlets at AAMI Park.
  • On November 7, 2024, Fanatics signed an exclusive worldwide deal with World Rugby to manage its retail and licensing program through 2029.
  • Fanatics has become the exclusive operator of Leeds United's online store and all retail locations in the city, with rights to manufacture fanwear and accessories, starting summer 2025.
  • Leeds United has partnered with Fanatics to exclusively operate the club's online store and retail locations starting in summer 2025, enhancing the retail experience for fans globally.
  • Fanatics has partnered with Sprinter, owned by JD Sports, to sell over 25,000 sports products through Sprinter's ecommerce platform.

  • Fanatics partnered with Erin Andrews and Gracie Hunt to launch a new line of women's sports apparel for 20 NFL teams.
  • Fanatics has partnered with Jermaine Bates from Hard In The Paint to create limited edition Jacksonville Jaguars and New England Patriots jerseys for the final NFL game in London, with a pre-launch event at BSTN Store GmbH in Brixton this Friday.
  • Fanatics has become the first officially licensed sportsbook of MLB Players, Inc. through a non-exclusive licensing agreement, allowing them to use MLB players' likenesses for sports betting products amid ongoing legal disputes with other platforms.

📈 Fanatics Financials, Fundraising and Valuation News

  • Fanatics Live has acquired the assets of the European live-commerce platform Voggt to expand its international growth.
  • Fanatics broke its previous all-time 30-day post-clinch sales record in less than 24 hours.


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