Disney’s Veterans Institute Summit First Lady Jill Biden will be giving opening remarks at Disney’s Veterans Institute Summit happening this August 19th through the 20th. This event will feature speakers who believe strongly in supporting and assisting veterans and military spouses as they seek out employment and careers outside their
Category: Wide World of Sports
Disney World Welcomes Special Olympics Athletes with Special Parade in the Magic Kingdom
On Friday, June 3rd, several Special Olympics USA Games athletes appeared in a parade at Walt Disney World Resort. As the honorary grand marshals, they joined Disney characters and other entertainers as they traveled down Main Street USA at the Magic Kingdom. Related – Disney World Theme Park hours released
2022 DoD Warrior Games Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
The 2022 Department of Defense Warrior Games are officially coming back to Central Florida! The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command recently announced the return of this intense competition that honors America’s Armed Forces to the area. To top it all off, the competition will take place at the Walt
Disney Cast Members Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of ESPN Wide World of Sports
Cast members recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of ESPN’s Wide World Of Sports Complex. Over the years cast members have contributed in so many ways to the guest experience and success of the venue. Cast members are responsible for creating a magical experience for fans to cheer on their teams
Ex-Disney CEO Bob Iger interested in purchasing Phoenix Suns
Former Disney chief executive Bob Iger is interested in purchasing the Phoenix Suns. If the NBA franchise becomes available, Iger would be interested in bidding for ownership of the basketball team. The future of the Suns’ ownership is in doubt as the NBA investigates allegations of workplace misconduct under Robert Sarver.
Registration is now open for 2022 Spring Training at Disney’s Wide World of Sports
Registration is now open for 2022 Spring Training at Disney’s Wide World of Sports. If you have a son or daughter who plays at a high level of sports, then you know how important “Spring Training” is. Designed for youth Baseball and Softball teams, this elite level of training will
Disney welcomed the largest first day to work class at Walt Disney World
Traditions. Walt Disney World is built on Traditions, so it is no wonder that the first day of work as a Cast Member is a class called Traditions. A day filled with magic, legacy, and pixie dust. Undoubtedly, one of the coolest first days on any job! Walt Disney World
John Stamos and Lisa Leslie visit ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex
In the Disney news cycle lately, John Stamos has been visiting Epcot, filming American Idol Disney Night, showing off his Disney collection, and now with Lisa Leslie at Wide World of Sports Complex. Together they conquered the court! In celebration of Disney+’s newest Original Series, “Big Shot,” actor John Stamos, who
2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee coming to ESPN Wide World of Sports
Scripps National Spelling Bee returns this year with top spellers from across the U.S. and the globe gathering near Orlando, Florida, on July 8 to compete in the nationally televised event. The final rounds of this year’s Bee will be hosted in person at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
Disney & NHL reach long term agreement
Great news for hockey fans and spectators! The Walt Disney Company, ESPN and the National Hockey League have reached a historic and innovative seven-year television, streaming and media rights deal, taking the new partnership from the beginning of the 2021-22 season through the 2027-28 season. This partnership of the world’s top
NFL & Disney are close on broadcast deal
According to Sports Business Journal and Variety, there’s potentially big news coming regarding Disney and the NFL. Disney has reportedly reached a “broad agreement” on a media rights agreement with the National Football League. If it goes through, we will see the Super Bowl return to the company’s ABC network
NBA Players Donate $50,000 to Disney Cast Member Food Bank
Earlier this year, NBA players lived and played at Disney World to finish their season. They continued in a bubble so the games could go on during the coronavirus pandemic. Now, the NBA players union is trying to help the community of Disney Castmembers. Especially since it’s during a time
2021 Dept of Defense Warrior Games Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
The Walt Disney Company has an enduring legacy of support for the Armed Forces, military families and veterans throughout the history of our Company. As we approach the new year, we’re looking forward to more great opportunities to continue this tradition including something very special. Earlier today, the United States
ESPN announces layoffs and cut jobs
It’s been a rough year for many due to the global pandemic. Many companies were forced to make tough decisions in response to the financial hurdles presented to them. The latest Disney-owned enterprise to be affected is ESPN. Unfortunately, ESPN is going through another round of layoffs due to corporate
