Introducing:

The 2023 North American Soccer Business and Media Awards Finalists.

Finalists Revealed for the 2023 North American Soccer Business and Media Awards

The North American Soccer Business and Media Awards (SBMAs) proudly announces the esteemed Finalists for this year, featuring work from Finalists like ESPN, CBS Sports, Telemundo, FOX Sports, AEG, The Athletic, Puma, and U.S. Soccer, along with clubs from Liga MX, MLS, NWSL, the Premier League, and USL, among numerous others. The individual award categories are headlined by some of the most influential names in North American soccer, including Kate Abdo (CBS Sports), Thierry Henry (CBS Sports), Carli Lloyd (FOX Soccer) and Taylor Twellman (MLS Season Pass) as Finalists for Media Personality of the Year, and influential executives across an array of organizations as Finalists for Executive of the Year.

The announcement of the 2023 Winners and the 2023 Class of North American Soccer Rising Stars will be revealed in early 2024, following the voting process conducted by the SBMAs' panel of industry-leading judges.

Join us as we celebrate those who have significantly contributed to the growth and success of soccer in North America, recognizing their hard work, talent, and commitment.

2023 Judges Panel

  • Sirena Amarikwa

    Director of Brand & Digital Strategy, Perfect Soccer

  • Yael Averbuch West

    GM and Head of Soccer Operations, NJ/NY Gotham FC (NWSL)

  • Shaw Brown

    Coordinating Producer/Producer, WarnerMedia/Major League Soccer

  • Neil Buethe

    Chief Communications Officer, U.S. Soccer Federation

  • Katia Castorena

    Reporter, ESPN Deportes

  • Jimmy Conrad

    Founder/CEO, Analyst/Host, Radical Creative Group, CBS Sports

  • Maurice Edu

    Analyst, AppleTV

  • Janelly Farias

    Player, Commentator, Club Pachuca, CBS

  • Dan Gargan

    Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Lou Fusz Athletic

  • Brendan Hannan

    Managing Partner, Skylark

  • Ana Caty Hernandez

    Lead Anchor, TUDN Mexico & TUDN USA

  • Rodolfo Landeros

    Anchor, FOX Deportes

  • Pablo Maurer

    Writer, The Athletic

  • Marisabel Munoz

    Senior Vice President, Communications, Major League Soccer

  • Amobi Okugo

    Founder and CEO, A Frugal Athlete

  • Leslie Osborne

    Co-Founder, Broadcaster, Influencer, NWSL to the Bay

  • Megan Reyes

    Social Media Marketer, Host, Influencer

  • Fernando Schwartz

    Reporter

  • Kyle Sheldon

    Founder and CEO, Name and Number

  • Dennis Sprenkle

    Chief Administrative Officer, Quantum

  • Taylor Twellman

    Lead MLS Analyst, AppleTV

2023 JUDGES

Honoring the leaders of North American soccer business and media.

We are proud to offer the only awards program dedicated solely to North America soccer business and media, providing a unique opportunity for recognition that cannot be found elsewhere. As the sport of soccer continues to grow in popularity and influence across North America, it is vital that we provide a platform for recognizing excellence and innovation in all aspects of the game.

You have the opportunity to showcase your achievements, increase your visibility, and gain recognition from your peers, industry leaders, and fans.