Recently David Stern, the commissioner of the NBA, announced that he will step down from his post in 2014. He announced that deputy commissioner Adam Silver will replace him. Silver’s name came up following the October 25th Board of Governors meeting in New York City regarding a different issue. According to Silver and reports coming out of the meeting, the NBA will introduce ads on the players’ jerseys beginning in two seasons. This move will coincide with the changing of the guard, meaning this will be Silver’s first major act as commissioner. The change will net the NBA approximately $100 million in profits every season, which will be split between the players and the owners 50:50. The patches will be 2 inches by 2 inches in dimensions and be worn only on the shoulders of a player’s jersey. So, NBA fans, get ready for the jerseys of your favorite league to have mini ads on them beginning in 2014. If you need a refresher as to what this might look like, check out what the European Basketball leagues wear, they have been doing this for years.
Authentic Store Buzz: Barry Rubin, the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Philadelphia Eagles was recently at the store. The Pro League Authentics Nike Dri-Fit T-Shirt seen in the above picture is the new Eagles weight room t-shirt, supplied by the #1 Authentic Sports Apparel Store in Philly, Pro League Authentics. Get your PLA shirt by contacting the store or visiting us down town.
Pro League Authentics has just come out with a new exclusive line of apparel. The Legends Line- Wilt Chamberlain. A fan of Wilt the Stilt, The Big Dipper, or maybe you just know him as Mr. 100. Wilt Chamberlain was a basketball legend, considered by many to be the most athletic and talented player to ever strut onto the NBA hardwood. The big man, who wore number 13 and was famous for wearing the sweatband on his head, once dropped 100 points in Hershey, PA. PLA has the exclusive line of shirts of the Wilt Chamberlain line. For more information check out the shirts here: http://www.facebook.com/proleagueauthentics?fref=ts
The NFL season is officially at the half way point. The Atlanta Falcons remain the lone unbeaten team, while rookies RGIII and Andrew Luck are putting on great shows in line to compete for the Rookie of the Year Award. The Eagles are looking to bounce back from their trouncing at the hands of the Falcons against another NFC South team this Monday night. PLA has a great selection of authentic NIKE NFL jerseys including the newest one, a home blue Andrew Luck jersey. Check our selection out on our website, call up the store to inquire, or keep track of our Facebook Page and Twitter feed for daily updates.
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Authentically Speaking Trivia Time: Who was the first player announced by David Stern at the 1985 NBA draft? Answer to come tomorrow.
Thursday’s answer: 3.
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