On the night of a major boxing match or UFC card in America, Joe Hand Jr. might have as many as 1,000 people fanned out across the country doing investigations for him.
Hand isn’t part of the FBI, or someone overseeing a spying enterprise. Instead, he’s a second-generation, third-party pay-per-view distributor running one of the biggest companies in that cog of the machine that is American sports business.
Joe Hand Promotions acts as a broker between major sports leagues and broadcasters on one hand and thousands of commercial establishments — including chains and mom-and-pop bars — across America on the other. Those establishments pay JHP for the rights to show major sports events the company represents.
Founded in 1971, the Philadelphia-based company is a time-tested fixture in a bruising sector that is becoming more crowded. But it has lengthy relationships in the sport, including what UFC confirmed is the only vendor relationship that still exists from the year the Fertitta brothers and Dana White bought the company in 2001.
JHP mainly delivers its signals to establishments through DirecTV, but it also works with Dish and some cable companies and it’s starting to experiment more with streaming as the sports media industry adjusts to the generationally different technology.
Headquarters: Feasterville, Pa.
Key executives:
Joe Hand Jr., president; Jason Joyce, vice president; Mike Tedesco, chief financial officer
Number of employees: Around 50
Specialty: Third-party commercial pay-per-view distributor
Without disclosing specifics, executives from JHP say that business remains brisk and they are happy with how the company is performing. The ever-evolving nature of technology and rise of streaming has brought about new revenue opportunities for PPV distributors, but it’s also led to new forms of piracy that eat into potential earnings.
“It’s of paramount importance,” David Shaw, UFC’s executive vice president and head of international and content, said of JHP’s efforts to prevent piracy at commercial establishments. “Most of our [commercial bar] buyers aren’t just in it to buy one fight here, one fight there; they’ve made an investment in UFC to be a destination for UFC programming, which basically means they’re showing 12 pay-per-views a year. If we can’t look that customer in the eye and give them comfort that we’re doing all that we can to protect the value of their transactions [by not allowing nearby bars to air the fight without paying for it], then we’re doing a disservice to our entire customer base, and it all kind of falls apart.”
On top of its relationships with leagues such as the UFC, JHP has deep ties on the commercial establishment side with the likes of Buffalo Wild Wings, Twin Peaks, Hooters and Dave & Buster’s; sportsbooks and casinos such as Caesars, MGM Grand and FanDuel; broadcasters such as ESPN and DAZN; and with nearly 10,000 independent sports bars, according to Tim McManus, senior director of content and partnerships for the company.
It distributes about 2,000 broadcasts a year and recently signed an extension with ESPN to distribute its ESPN+ for Business line of channels. That includes UFC Fight Nights but also international soccer, hundreds of college football and basketball games, and NHL, golf and soccer coverage.
Company founder Joe Hand Sr. transitioned from being a police officer in Philadelphia to investing in 1967 in the Cloverlay Corp., which managed the career of the late heavyweight champion Joe Frazier, before he later founded JHP in 1971.
Broadly speaking, the company says its business model can vary from straight revenue-sharing deals to other arrangements in which it pays a league or media company for the rights and then keeps all the fees from establishments. Pricing for the establishments is based on their fire-code occupancy.
Competitors of JHP include EverPass Media and G&G Closed-Circuit Events. While conceding that the sector is becoming more competitive, JHP believes it has differentiators that will keep it as one of the top players, namely its longevity and efforts to work closely with the different sides on objectives such as protecting the IP of leagues and events, and helping bars and casinos market and get the most out of their purchases.
Shaw, the UFC executive, said the UFC has been a repeat customer over 24 years because of the level of detail and work ethic that JHP puts into its relationships; that it knows combat sports well; and that it has local ties that help grease the wheels for the increasingly global property to remain rooted in places throughout the U.S. For example, he said, UFC research has shown that one of the top three reasons people buy PPVs is seeing marketing materials for the events, such as posters at bars. That points to why JHP says it is a priority to work with bars on letting them know the materials available to them.
“They’re in the trenches, they’re on the front lines — these are guys who care about the mom-and-pop store as much as they care about Buffalo Wild Wings,” Shaw said.
Given their longtime dependency on PPV as a revenue stream, combat sports operators list piracy as a major issue. It’s also a touchy topic among fans, with some saying that price-gouging by the promoters has fueled piracy. Former Showtime Sports President Stephen Espinoza, now at TV programming consultant, estimated to industry publication Boxing Scene last year that, on the low end, piracy was stripping the network of 30% of its potential buys.
JHP is not interested in cracking down on the average fan at home using an illegal stream, and is instead focused on commercial establishments — which takes things back to the 1,000 investigators.
“Talk about like a pebble in your shoe or rock in your shoe that you’re walking around with — I hate dealing with it,” Hand Jr. told SBJ. “But to be honest with you, in my opinion, piracy is probably a bigger issue now than it’s ever been.”
On the night of fights, Hand Jr. says, he’ll hire investigative companies that get access to the list of bars in a given city that have legally bought a PPV. If the investigators see an ad on social media or elsewhere about a bar saying it will have a PPV but is not on the list, “he’ll come out the night of the event, do a surveillance on the property and then report back to us that, ‘This is the information that they have,’” Hand Jr. said.
“A lot of times I get calls from bar owners that are in Philadelphia — and I’ve lived here my whole life — they’re like, ‘Joe, you’re suing me,’ and I’m like, ‘Hey, what can I tell you, you guys didn’t …’ [and they’ll say back,] ‘I wasn’t here, my manager thought it was the right thing to do, he brought his laptop in, they told me what happened, we really didn’t mean to do it,’ and I’ve got to wrestle with all that and deal with it,” Hand Jr. said. “But it is an enormous part of our business because there’s two entities that I’m trying to service here: The content partner, he wants me to be the sheriff of piracy … and the second one is I’m protecting the people that legally bought it.”
From the days of closed-circuit television to the streaming age, Hand Jr. says the company has always been able to adjust with the times. McManus said the company’s current day-to-day point of contact for UFC is only the fourth person the fighting property has dealt with in that position over 24 years, which he pointed to as the sort of customer service that has built its reputation.
One way JHP has adjusted with the times is getting on board with Jake Paul, the professional boxer who is carving out a more serious career in recent years. While still regarded by some as part of the novelty boxing sub-sector of the sport, Paul generates sizable business. For his fight versus Mike Tyson at AT&T Stadium last November, JHP set a record for the most locations sold for a combat sport event, with 6,200 commercial establishments, according to McManus.
JHP’s business was the topic of a Reddit thread from r/BarOwners last year before that fight, as one person asked for feedback on whether he’d be able to air it without DirecTV.
“If you show the fight without paying Joe Hand, you are taking a HUGE risk,” one person responded. “I have been in business for over 35 years. I know what I’m talking about. Do not listen to anyone in here telling you a ‘secret way.’ Also don’t believe Netflix says it’s OK. It’s not up to them. Joe Hand can and will sue you, and you will lose.”
Shaw went as far as to call piracy an “existential threat” to the UFC, “so the demonstration that we consider copyright law to be very important and take it very seriously is another sort of important optical thing to have in the public eye.”
For Hand Jr., it’s all in a day’s work as he deals with a changing landscape. And guards the company’s turf.
“I feel like this is one of those periods of change that we’re bringing to the marketplace,” Hand Jr. said. “But very proud of where we are after 54 years, and excited about the future.”
Lakeview Academy in Gainesville recently unveiled its newly renovated Innovation and Technology Wing.
The learning environment is designed to inspire creativity, collaboration, and hands-on problem-solving.
“The expanded robotics and esports facilities give our students room to imagine bigger and build bolder,” Technology Director Mikhail Lovell, said. “With advanced tools like industrial laser cutters and high-performance 3D printers, they can design and create with a level of precision and freedom that we couldn’t offer before. This renovation strengthens the programs our students already love while opening the door to new opportunities for innovation, growth, and achievement.”
School officials said the renovation was made possible through Lakeview donors and community partners who share in the school’s mission to cultivate curiosity, excellence, and forward-thinking leadership.
“This renovation represents more than just new facilities,” John Simpson, Head of School at Lakeview Academy, said. “It is an investment in our students’ future and a reflection of Lakeview’s vision to provide a learning environment that mirrors the innovation and collaboration found in today’s leading industries.”
The Game Awards 2025 concluded on December 11 in Los Angeles, celebrating a standout year in gaming. The ceremony unveiled the full All Winners List across major categories, including Game of the Year, Best Art Direction, Best Narrative, and more. Fans tuned in worldwide to see whether Clair Obscur Expedition 33, Death Stranding 2 On the Beach, or Donkey Kong Bananza would claim top honors.
This year delivered an unusually competitive field. Nearly every major genre saw multiple critically acclaimed releases. The All Winners List highlights how diverse the gaming landscape has become, rewarding innovation, storytelling, performance, and design. Below is the complete breakdown of winners as confirmed during the live show.
The Game Awards recognized excellence across more than 30 categories. The All Winners List below reflects the official results announced during the broadcast. These selections were made through a combination of jury voting and fan participation. Trusted outlets such as Reuters and AP covered the event throughout the week, citing its global impact on the entertainment industry.
The ceremony featured wins for established franchises, emerging studios, and standout indie titles. Clair Obscur Expedition 33 dominated several major categories, cementing its status as one of the year’s most influential releases. Death Stranding 2 On the Beach and Hollow Knight Silksong also secured notable wins across art, music, and direction.
The winners list includes categories such as:
Each winner reflects the shifting trends of interactive entertainment. Publishers invested heavily in cinematic storytelling, AI-driven mechanics, and world-building. Indie studios saw renewed recognition, demonstrating how smaller teams continue to push creative boundaries.
The impact of the All Winners List extends far beyond the ceremony. Industry analysts note that Game Awards recognition often boosts sales, renews franchise momentum, and influences publisher strategies for the following year. Reuters reported that award-winning titles typically experience a significant rise in global downloads after the show’s conclusion.
For indie creators, nominations and wins can accelerate distribution partnerships and platform support. For major studios, standout wins in categories such as Game Direction or Narrative reinforce creative leadership and help guide long-term development pipelines.
The All Winners List also redirects attention toward emerging technologies showcased in nominated titles. VR advancements, accessibility innovations, and audio engineering breakthroughs from this year’s winners are expected to shape next-generation game design approaches.
The Game Awards 2025 All Winners List underscores how far the medium has evolved. It highlights a year defined by risk-taking, creativity, and boundary-pushing design. Fans now look ahead to 2026 as studios aim to build on the momentum created by this remarkable lineup of winners.
The list includes winners across more than 30 categories, covering major genres and industry achievements. Categories range from Game of the Year to Best Esports Team.
Clair Obscur Expedition 33 earned multiple major category wins, reflecting strong critical and fan support.
The list influences sales trends, industry recognition, and future project investment decisions. It sets expectations for upcoming releases.
A combined jury and public voting system determines winners. Both professional critics and global players contribute.
Recognition often leads to increased funding, hiring, and platform visibility. It can also validate creative direction for future titles.
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Gaming PC Market is witnessing rapid expansion as gaming evolves into one of the largest and most impactful segments of the digital entertainment industry. According to Market Research Future (MRFR), the Gaming PC Market Size was valued at USD 46.98 billion in 2024. The Gaming PC industry is projected to grow from USD 50.41 billion in 2025 to USD 101.9 billion by 2035, exhibiting a strong and consistent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.29% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2035.
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Latin America is also witnessing rising Gaming PC adoption. Countries such as Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina are experiencing increasing interest in professional gaming and streaming, supported by improved internet connectivity and the establishment of local gaming events.
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Energy consumption and heat generation are significant constraints as well. High-performance systems require efficient cooling solutions, and inadequate thermal management can impact performance and hardware longevity.
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The Gaming PC Market is set for robust expansion as global demand for high-performance gaming systems continues to rise. With a projected CAGR of 7.29% through 2035, the industry will benefit from technological innovation, eSports growth, immersive gaming trends, and rising participation in global gaming communities. Gaming PCs are becoming more advanced, more customizable, and more accessible, making them essential tools for gamers, streamers, content creators, and digital professionals alike. As hardware manufacturers push boundaries and gaming culture expands worldwide, the Gaming PC Market will remain a powerful driver of digital entertainment and global technological development.
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ICE Barcelona, which gathers more than 600 solution providers and an estimated 55,000 global gaming professionals, continues to serve as a critical hub for business expansion, technological innovation and international networking.
For SA Gaming, the event represents a prime opportunity to demonstrate its advances in live casino technology while strengthening its commercial footprint across Europe and beyond.
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Visitors to Stand 1E50 will have the opportunity to experience firsthand SA Gaming’s latest platform updates, table game enhancements and interactive live dealer features designed to increase player engagement and operational efficiency.
Event Details
Dates: January 19–21, 2026
Location: Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain
Stand: 1E50
SA Gaming is also inviting operators, partners and prospective clients to schedule dedicated meetings with its team during the three-day event. Those interested can secure an appointment through the company’s booking link.
As the countdown to ICE Barcelona 2026 begins, SA Gaming positions itself among the top exhibitors preparing to shape the future of live casino technology on one of the industry’s most prominent stages.
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