Finalists Revealed for the 2023 North American Soccer Business and Media Awards
Finalists include renowned networks such as ESPN, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, and Telemundo, alongside prominent sporting entities like U.S. Soccer and clubs within Liga MX, the National Women’s Soccer League, United Soccer League, Major League Soccer and the Premier League, among more;
Prominent media figures Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry, Carli Lloyd and Taylor Twellman lead as Finalists for the North American Soccer “Media Personality of the Year” category, among numerous other distinguished leaders as Finalists for additional individual awards;
2023 Winners, along with the 2023 Class of North American Soccer Rising Stars, will be announced in early 2024 following a voting process from the SBMAs industry-leaders panel of judges;
LOS ANGELES (Tuesday, December. 19, 2023) – The North American Soccer Business and Media Awards (SBMAs), the only industry-specific awards program dedicated to celebrating excellence in North American Soccer, has revealed today the distinguished Finalists for the Inaugural 2023 edition awards. With a commitment to recognizing outstanding achievements and contributions within the North American soccer industry, the SBMAs showcase excellence as Finalists and Winners are honored as the industry's best.
This year’s Finalists include an array of submissions from top-tier entities throughout North American Soccer, 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. This diverse participation highlights the awards' inclusive and far-reaching impact across the soccer landscape in North America.
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 SBMAs are committed to setting the highest standards of success and excellence, providing a prestigious platform that not only recognizes but also elevates the individuals and organizations shaping the future of soccer in North America. These awards serve as a catalyst for industry-wide growth and advancement, honoring both the rising stars and the seasoned veterans who collectively drive the sport forward on this continent
The finalists for the North American Soccer Business and Media Awards will now be evaluated by the 2023 Judges Panel of industry leaders. This panel will conduct the voting process, reviewing each finalist's contributions. The winners, selected from these distinguished finalists, will be announced in early 2024, marking the culmination of this year's awards process.
For comprehensive information on the finalists, categories, and other details, the public is encouraged to visit the official SBMAs website at www.NASoccerAwards.com.
About the North American Soccer Business and Media Awards:
Launched in 2023, the North American Soccer Business and Media Awards recognize excellence and innovation in the business and media functions of the soccer industry in North America. These awards celebrate outstanding achievements across various categories, including sponsorship, community, programming, marketing, broadcast, business, digital media and more. The awards aim to elevate the standards of the soccer industry and provide a platform for talented individuals and organizations to showcase their work. For more information, visit www.NASoccerAwards.com