Big League Chew Steps Up to the Plate Official Chewing GuM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 24, 2025 – Diamond Youth Baseball (DYB) is excited to announce a new partnership with Big League Chew, the iconic shredded bubble gum brand. Big League Chew is becoming the official chewing gum of the upcoming DYB World Series events in Dunn North Carolina July 25-29 and Lexington South Carolina August 1-6. This collaboration aims to enhance the experience for young athletes and fans at one of youth baseball's premier events.

The partnership, brokered by Freedom Sports and Entertainment, encompasses a comprehensive program designed to amplify Big League Chew's presence and support youth baseball. Key elements include designation as the Official Chewing Gum partner, prominent logo placement and live read mentions during the World Series livestream broadcasts, which garnered over 3 million views last season, integration into DYB's digital and social media platforms and opportunities to create co-branded merchandise for fans and participants.

Kent Bruxvoort of Diamond Youth Baseball added, "We are extremely excited to add Big League Chew as our newest corporate partner. The opportunity to align with an iconic baseball brand such as Big League Chew will elevate our World Series events this season and beyond for all involved."

Brian Bailey of Big League Chew expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “Big League Chew has always been about bringing fun to the ballpark,” said Brian Bailey, Managing Partner of Big League Chew. “Partnering with Diamond Youth Baseball is a perfect fit—these World Series events represent the best of youth sports, and we’re proud to be part of the excitement, energy, and lifelong memories being made on and off the field.”  

The Diamond Youth Baseball World Series events provides a platform for young athletes to compete at a high level, fostering sportsmanship and skill development. Big League Chew’s involvement reinforces its commitment to supporting the grassroots of baseball and inspiring the next generation of players.

About Big League Chew

Born in the bullpen in the summer of 1977, Big League Chew® was the brainchild of Portland Mavericks' lefthander Rob Nelson. After perfecting his shredded bubble gum product with the help of Mav teammate Jim Bouton and 13-year-old batboy Todd Field, Big League Chew officially hit shelves in 1980 and has been a fan favorite in dugouts and ballparks across America ever since.

Known for its colorful pouch and playful spirit, the iconic shredded bubble gum has become a symbol of pop culture and youthful nostalgia, selling over a billion pouches worldwide. Today, the brand continues to grow beyond the gum aisle, with licensed products spanning apparel, snacks, collectibles, and more—all capturing the fun, authenticity, and spirit of the game.

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About Diamond Youth Baseball (DYB)

Diamond Youth Baseball is dedicated to providing a premier baseball experience for young athletes, focusing on skill development, sportsmanship, and fostering a love for the game. We believe in building character and community through the sport of baseball.

About Freedom Sports and Entertainment

Freedom Sports and Entertainment is a sports marketing agency specializing in revenue generation and capital raise for sports properties. Their services include sponsorship sales, capital raise for early-stage sports businesses, ticket sales, and NIL services.

Media Contacts: 

Freedom Sports and Entertainment: Mark Washo founding partner mwasho@freedomsande.com 

Big League Chew: Lauren Renschler: lauren@william-raymond.com

For more information on Diamond Youth Baseball, a registered non-profit, visit

www.dybusa.org.  To learn more about Big League Chew, visit www.bigleaguechew.com 

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (February 8, 2024) – Freedom Sports and Entertainment has appointed three staff members as part of a strategic outsourced partnership with Soda City FC in Columbia, SC. Soda City FC hires Madison McLean as Business Administration Manager, Chris Mullen as Corporate Partnership Manager, and Pedro Gomes as Fan Development Ticket Manager. All three new hires are also currently enrolled in the Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management Program at the University of South Carolina.

The hires will balance their school schedules to work in their respective roles for Soda City FC, while fulfilling requirements for each “We are excited to add Madelin, Chris and Pedro to our growing front office. Each will play a critical role as we continue to build a vision for the club both on and off the pitch with an eye towards a bright future for pre professional and professional soccer in the Soda City” adds Tony Baker club President and co-founder of Soda City FC.”

“We value the opportunity to partner with Soda City FC to support new positions for the club as they continue to mature as a soccer organization. We are also privileged to have the opportunity to attract talent from the prestigious University of South Carolina Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management program. All hires will play an integral part in optimizing soccer club business with Soda City FC this season” states Mark Washo Founding Partner of Freedom Sports and Entertainment.