Impact Update for Thursday, July 3 | | |
"I think we’ve played very well in this competition. It’s not easy to play against European teams, but the motivation for us is different. I’m very proud of my team and myself as well, because ten days ago I had a hamstring injury. Now we need to recover well because after three or four days we have to play again."
-Thiago Silva
Fluminense FC Captain
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Quote of the Day
"What you lack in talent can be made up with desire, hustle, and giving 110 percent all the time."
-Don Zimmer
MLB Player & Manager
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Across the Board (Of Directors)
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Congratulations to GOSC Board Member Ryan DeVos on his recent promotion to Managing Director with the Orlando Magic.
- Congratulations to GOSC Board Member's Allen Johnson and Craig Borkon from Orlando Venues as Camping World Stadium just completed its busiest month on record with three (3) FIFA Club World Cup matches and three (3) concerts in June.
- Congratulations to Greater Orlando Sports Commission Board Member Lisa Messina and our partners at Visit Orlando on being named the No. 1 Meeting Destination in North America by Cvent.
- Congratulations to GOSC Board Member Justin Williams on his recent announcement of starting his own company, Curated Ascend.
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Congratulations to Orlando Commissioner Patty Sheehan on her milestone of 25 years of service to the City of Orlando. Now, the longest serving elected official in the city’s history.
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Around The Horn
- The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup continues in Orlando as Fluminense FC and Al-Hilal will face off in a quarterfinals match at Camping World Stadium this Friday, July 4 at 3:00pm. The winner will advance to the semifinals in New York and grow one step closer to lifting the inaugural Club world champion trophy. Don't miss your chance to witness history, purchase your tickets today!
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Fans attending the FIFA Club World Cup match at Camping World Stadium on Friday, July 4 can take advantage of free SunRail service to and from the game, courtesy of the City of Orlando’s Downtown Development Board. From the Church Street Station in downtown Orlando, Northbound service ends at 10:38pm, and Southbound service ends at 10:51pm.
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Congratulations to our partners Boombah Sports Complex and ESPN Wide World of Sports for being named in Newsweek's 2025 Fans Choice Awards for Best Youth Baseball Complex! Click here to view the full list of rankings.
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The Orlando Pride and midfielder Ally Lemos have agreed to a new contract through the 2027 season with a mutual option for 2028. Lemos was originally drafted by the Pride with the 9th overall pick of the 2024 NWSL Draft and became the fourth-youngest draftee in NWSL history. Since joining the Pride ahead of the 2024 season, Lemos has appeared in 29 matches, playing a pivotal role in securing both the NWSL Shield and NWSL Championship.
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Orlando City SC will travel to face Charlotte FC this Saturday, July 5 at Bank of America Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00pm, with live coverage available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, FS1 and FOX Deportes.
- Following the 2025 NBA Draft, the Orlando Magic acquired the draft rights to forward Noah Penda from the Boston Celtics in exchange for the draft rights to Amari Williams, the draft rights to Max Shulga, a 2026 second round draft pick, and a 2027 second round draft pick. Penda played in 30 games last season with Le Mans Sarthe of the LNB Elite league in France, averaging 10.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game.
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Ahead of its third season in the Big 12 Conference, UCF football head coach Scott Frost, defensive end Nyjalik Kelly, offensive lineman Paul Rubelt, running back Myles Montgomery, and linebacker Keli Lawson will preview the 2025 football season at Big 12 Football Media Days presented by Microsoft Copilot on Tuesday, July 8 at Ford Center in Frisco, Texas.
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The Orlando Squeeze have five upcoming matches at the MLP Washington, D.C. Tournament this week from Thursday, July 3 to Sunday, July 6. The Squeeze are currently in 7th place of the MLP standings and can move up the leaderboard following a strong showing at the tournament.
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Around Town
- To celebrate the end of the school year, Walt Disney World and popular movie character Stitch went on a tour around Central Florida surprising teachers at various elementary and middle schools with free Walt Disney World park tickets. Disney World also announced a new $500,000 donation that will help fund local education programs at public schools in Orange, Osceola, Lake, Polk, and Seminole counties. In addition to these visits from Stitch, Disney Imagination Campus invited teachers and administrators from each school district for an exclusive day of Disney fun.
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Florida public school students showed significant growth on mathematics and reading exams this year, improving their passing rates on the high-stakes test compared to last year, according to the Florida Department of Education. Students from Orange, Osceola, Lake and Seminole county public schools mirrored the state trend, passing the exams at rates between four and five percentage points higher across all grade levels.
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The 2025 hurricane season is already underway, and forecasters are predicting an above-average number of storms. Now is the time for Orange County residents to prepare — and one of the simplest, most effective steps you can take is to sign up for OCAlert. OCAlert is Orange County’s official emergency notification system and part of the statewide Alert Florida network. Whether it is a fast-moving storm, unexpected road closure or neighborhood evacuation, OCAlert ensures you receive vital updates quickly and directly.
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Orange County Commissioners have approved more than $5.5 million to art and cultural groups for renovations. The money is funded through the Tourist Development Tax and will be split across six organizations, including: Orlando Science Center, Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens, Orlando Museum of Art, Orlando Family Stage, Orlando Philharmonic Plaza Foundation and Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts. The money provides relief as organizations remain uncertain how much money in the state budget will be allocated for the arts sector, which currently supports almost 3,000 jobs in Orange County.
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The Disney Conservation Fund continued its 30-year commitment to conservation by awarding $1 million to the Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation to help protect and share the magic of nature across the state. Disney’s donation will fund conservation efforts by training and coordinating local partners to protect key areas of the Corridor, as well as fund the expansion of access to these beautiful spaces.
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Downtown Orlando will continue to have live music, art exhibits and other forms of entertainment with the recent renewal of the DTOLive program. United Arts of Central Florida and Orlando's Downtown Development Board partner together on the program, which brought hundreds of free performances to public spaces in its pilot year. Performances will take place during lunchtime Tuesdays-Thursdays, as well as during 4:30-6:30pm “social hours” on select days.
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GO Sports is proud to announce the 7th annual Celebrating Women in Sports Luncheon presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute will be hosted at Addition Financial Arena on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. This year's featured speaker is 3x Olympic Beach Volleyball Gold Medalist, Misty May-Treanor!
In addition to Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute returning as the presenting sponsor, Florida Blue is returning as the sponsor of the featured speaker's fireside chat. Last year’s luncheon sold out with more than 725 guests in attendance.
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All Around
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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites you to celebrate the July 4th holiday, and Orlando's 150th anniversary, at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando for the 48th annual Fireworks at the Fountain event. From 4:00-10:00pm, guests can enjoy live entertainment, family friendly fun, and food & beverage for purchase from a variety of vendors. At approximately 9:10pm, the sky will illuminate with a spectacular fireworks finale.
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Universal Orlando has released single-night tickets and additional event add-ons for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, taking place from Friday, August 29 through Sunday, November 2. Single-night tickets start at $82.99, with the Express Pass option starting at $139.99 per person. Multi-night tickets, such as the Frequent Fear Pass, will be available for purchase at a later date.
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Walt Disney World will host its fan-favorite "Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky" this Thursday and Friday, July 3-4, at Magic Kingdom. Beginning at 9:20pm on both days, this 360-degree fireworks show dazzles the skies above Cinderella's Castle in red, white and blue.
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SeaWorld Orlando announced its new stage show "Hydro Surge" is now performing daily in the theme park. The production features live singers, dancers, gymnasts (aerial and grounded), puppeteers, a drummer and a variety of special effects. There’s a watery theme in song selection, costuming and the images on the enormous backdrop screen in the park’s Nautilus Theater.
- From world-famous restaurants and attractions to shopping venues and live shows, there is something for everyone at ICON Park. Whether you want to take a spin on The Orlando Eye or explore Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum, ICON Park offers a fun family experience for all ages. Visit their website to learn more and purchase your attraction tickets ahead of time.
- The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is celebrating its 50th anniversary this weekend, July 4-6, with discounted tickets for people of all ages. Adults and senior citizens can purchase tickets for just $19.75, and the price is $16.75 for children. As a modern-day zoological institution, the nonprofit now cares for 350 animals representing more than 100 species of amphibians, birds, invertebrates, mammals and reptiles.
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The new Sea Life Aquarium at Legoland Florida Resort has officially opened and combines marine education with interactive experiences for all ages. Dubbed “The Theme Park Under the Sea,” the attraction includes unique-to-Florida zones such as Stingray Bay, the Seahorse Nursery, and an Ocean Tunnel offering visitors 180-degree views of marine life. Visit the Legoland website for more information and to purchase tickets.
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Florida residents can save up to $65 on select multi-day tickets at Universal Orlando theme parks when buying online. Click here for current offers.
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Florida residents can save big while visiting Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. Click here to view the current list of special offers.
| | GO Sports President & CEO Jason Siegel and Chairman Caesar Lopez (Orlando City SC, Orlando Pride) attended the Manchester City vs Al-Hilal FIFA Club World Cup match at Camping World Stadium, pictured with Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, GO Sports board members Allen Johnson & Craig Borkon (Orlando Venues), and Marc Daniels (96.9 The Game). | | Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and GO Sports board members Allen Johnson & Craig Borkon (Orlando Venues) pictured at the Manchester City vs Juventus FIFA Club World Cup match at Camping World Stadium. | | GO Sports President & CEO Jason Siegel went to City Hall for FIFA Club World Cup media availability, pictured with Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and GO Sports board member Steve Hogan (Florida Citrus Sports). | | Congratulations to GO Sports board member Ryan DeVos on his recent promotion to Managing Director with the Orlando Magic. | | GO Sports Executive VP Brent Nelson and VP Lindsey McBride pictured with Marty Shirley & Mateo de Angulo (Orlando Health National Training Center), and Ryan Ritchie (Discover Lake County). | | Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer pictured with FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the Manchester City vs Juventus FIFA Club World Cup match at Camping World Stadium. | | Corporate Partner Spotlight. | | |
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