SI:AM | The Astros’ Clutch Gloves Trey Mancini and Chas McCormick came through when Houston needed them. Sports Illustrated · Nov 4, 2022
Why is Nike founder Phil Knight so desperate to prevent a Democratic win in Oregon? Knight’s backing for Christine Drazan clashes with the company’s progressive image. Could it tip the governor’s race? The Guardian - US · Nov 3, 2022
Oregon could see first Republican governor in 40 years as polls tilt away from Democrats Independent hopeful with bipartisan support, along with funds from state’s richest man, could deliver victory to Republican The Guardian - US · Oct 27, 2022
A GOP governor in liberal Oregon? Dems sound alarm on ‘spoiler’ Oregon is typically known as a bastion of West Coast liberalism where Democrats are easily elected and a Republican hasn’t served as governor since the 1980s The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2022
A GOP gov in liberal Oregon? Dems sound alarm on 'spoiler' Oregon is typically known as a bastion of West Coast liberalism where Democrats are easily elected and a Republican hasn’t served as governor since the 1980s The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2022
Jon Wilner: What to make of Big Ten expansion plans, Oregon’s search for an escape hatch and the Big 12 option for the Pac-12 A series of recent media reports have cast the Pac-12’s fragile situation in the bleakest terms possible. And yet, each development carries a complexity not captured on social media or by fans anxious about the future of the conference. Tribune News Service · Aug 24, 2022
Mark Zeigler: Are the World Championships in Eugene a launching pad for U.S. track, or a burial? EUGENE, Ore. — Newly renovated Hayward Field sits in the middle of the University of Oregon campus, its futuristic exoskeleton rising above the aging brick buildings like a spaceship. It cost Phil Knight and friends $300 million, and it includes a 5,000-square-foot video board, a 10-story tower with a hall… Tribune News Service · Jul 15, 2022
Report: Phil Knight Has Desired Realignment Outcome for Oregon The Nike co-founder and Ducks megabooster is reportedly involved in conference discussions. Sports Illustrated · Jul 5, 2022
Blazers Release Statement on Phil Knight’s Offer to Buy Team The Nike founder and Dodgers co-owner Alan Smolinisky made headlines Thursday after reportedly making a more than $2 billion offer to buy the NBA franchise. Sports Illustrated · Jun 2, 2022
Nike co-founder Phil Knight joined a $2 billion bid to purchase Portland Trail Blazers and NBA fans were floored Wait, wait. Did that say $2 billion!? USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 2, 2022
Report: Nike Founder, Dodgers Owner Make Bid to Buy Trail Blazers The Portland team has been under ownership from Paul Allen and his trust since 1988. Sports Illustrated · Jun 2, 2022
Phil Knight, Alan Smolinisky makes $2 billion-plus offer to purchase Blazers from Paul Allen’s trust Adrian Wojnarowski: Nike founder Phil Knight and Dodgers co-owner Alan Smolinisky have made a $2 billion-plus written offer to purchase the Portland Trail Blazers, sources tell ESPN. Discussions are ongoing with the Paul Allen trust that's ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 2, 2022
Kayvon Thibodeaux Wants to Tell His Own Story The explosive edge defender has been the target of draft season criticism—now, he wants to take back control of his story. Sports Illustrated · Apr 21, 2022
Report: Affleck, Damon Making Film About Nike, Jordan Affleck will reportedly direct and portray Phil Knight, while Damon is set to play Sonny Vaccaro. Sports Illustrated · Apr 20, 2022
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 20, 2022 Ben Affleck, Matt Damon are making a movie about Nike execs Phil Knight, Sonny Vaccarro Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are bringing their heads together once more, this time for a forthcoming movie about Nike.
Input · Apr 8, 2022 Nike’s rare bootleg of itself is going up for auction The “One Line” saved Nike from going out of business.