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Entain’s Pitching In Initiative Crowned Grassroots Sports Initiative of the Year
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Entain’s Pitching In initiative has beaten off fierce competition to be named Grassroots Initiative of the Year at the Global Football Industry Awards. Launched by Entain in 2020, the trailblazing initiative has made a huge impact at the non-league level of England’s national game.
Pitching In is the title sponsor of the Isthmian, Northern Premier and Southern Leagues – collectively known as the Trident Leagues – that comprise 264 clubs at Steps three and four of the non-league pyramid.
Pitching In, however, has always been about more than a flagship sponsorship. At the heart of the initiative is the ambition to enhance engagement between football clubs and their local communities. This led to Entain being the founding partner of the Trident Community Fund (TCF).
The TCF was launched to help clubs establish and expand community initiatives, maximising the remarkable impact that grassroots football clubs have on their local area. Every club in the Trident Leagues is encouraged to apply for a grant of up to £5000 annually to support community initiatives. The TCF has now supported more than 150 such projects, helping to expand youth, women’s and walking football, as well as supporting initiatives focusing on local upskilling, tackling anti-social behaviour and supporting local veterans and food banks.
In 2022, Pitching In launched the Volunteer Hub to provide a one-stop online portal for clubs to post volunteering vacancies and for local people to sign up and get involved.
Pitching In’s contribution to the grassroots game has now been recognised at the Global Football Industry Awards, a landmark global ceremony which brings together industry giants and trailblazers from every corner of the football ecosystem.
Pitching In was up against the likes of McDonalds, Barclays, Adidas, Nike and Coca-Cola, who were among the other shortlisted nominees for the Grassroots Initiative of the Year prize. Hosted by football royalty – Jamie Carragher and Peter Crouch – the awards celebrate the visionaries, pioneers and change-makers powering world football from behind the scenes.
Stella David, CEO of Entain, said: “We are delighted to see Pitching In recognised in this manner. Football is central to our business, which is why we feel it is so important to invest in the sport at the grassroots level, playing our part in bringing clubs and their communities closer together.
“When we started this project back in 2020, non-league clubs – and English football more generally – were staring into an uncertain future amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
“The grants Pitching In provided at that time proved crucial and we have continued to grow our relationship with the more than 260 clubs, who are the backbone of the English game, over the time since. We love supporting grassroots football and are excited by how this partnership can grow and evolve further.
“We would like to thank the Northern Premier League, Isthmian League and Southern League for their continued support, along with every single volunteer who gives up their time for their local football club. The game at this level could not run without you and Pitching In will continue to do what we can to highlight your invaluable contributions.”
Carmen Alexander from the Global Football Industry Awards added: “Congratulations to Entain and all 2025 Global Football Industry Award winners.
“Our judges were impressed by the commitment Entain has shown to grassroots football over a prolonged period of time and particularly the Trident Community Fund, which continues to make a tangible difference to non-league clubs across the country. Entain is very worthy of this recognition.”
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Inside RedCore’s Communications Hub: The One-Integration Solution Powering Faster, Smarter Messaging
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European Gaming Media visited RedCore’s impressive multi-brand booth at SiGMA Central Europe in Rome to take a closer look at one of their most technically impactful products: the Communications Hub. Designed as an all-in-one solution for digital businesses, the Communications Hub aggregates multiple verified communication providers – from SMS and calls to high-volume messaging services – into a single platform with one integration and one admin panel.
To explore the technology behind the product, we sat down with Bohdan Bulatsan, CTO of the Communications Hub and a seasoned software engineer with over a decade of experience.
At iGaming, speed and reliability are everything. How does Communications Hub keep messages flowing flawlessly even under pressure?
We have developed a new engine designed specifically to keep our customers’ messages moving smoothly, even during high-pressure periods. One of the key features is our block-geo mechanism, which allows account managers to block certain message types or specific regions when needed.
Combined with our backup system and intelligent routing, this ensures that messages continue to reach their destination reliably, no matter the load or external pressure.
You’ve made adding new providers incredibly fast. What’s the secret sauce behind this ‘integration magic’?
Our technical team is constantly improving the integration process because it’s a core priority for us. One of the main reasons we can move so fast is our universal SDK (Software Development Kit). It includes all the common features and connection points that most providers rely on, so when we start an integration, we can do it quickly and efficiently.
We also run strict pre-integration tests to catch any potential issues before going live. All of this makes the entire process smoother, more reliable, and much faster for our clients.
With so much analytics coming from every channel, how do you turn all that data into actionable insights for businesses?
That’s a good question. Our analytics model brings together all the data from every service and communication channel and aggregates it in one place. This makes it much easier for our customers to filter, understand, and work with the information quickly.
Because everything is centralized, businesses can see the full picture and make faster, more informed decisions that directly support their growth and profitability.
How is SiGMA going for the Communications Hub? What’s your feedback from the event and what are your plans for the future?
SiGMA has been a very good event for us. We’ve received a lot of positive feedback from visitors and participants, which is always great to see. Looking ahead, our focus is on expanding the product even further, adding new features and continuing to scale the Communications Hub to meet the needs of our clients.
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Peter & Sons Strengthens Its Nordic Footprint Through Partnership with Nordplay Group
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Award-winning game studio Peter & Sons has expanded its presence in the Nordic region through a new partnership with Nordplay Group, the acclaimed iGaming operator behind some of Sweden’s most celebrated online casino brands, including Frank & Fred, Pop Casino, Klirr, Jubla, and Onerush, which also serves players in Estonia and Finland.
Nordplay Group has established itself as a dynamic force in European iGaming — proudly global yet lean in operation, with a curated catalogue of premium entertainment enriched by its distinctive Nordic flair. Guided by its ethos, “We scale impact, not size,” the group continues to build a loyal player base across multiple regulated markets.
Through this collaboration, players across Nordplay Group’s platforms will also be among the first to experience Peter & Sons’ newest December releases — Bad Santa and Barbarossa: Dragon Empire. These fresh additions showcase the studio’s evolving creative direction, blending bold visual identity, heightened storytelling, and high-engagement mechanics. Alongside these launches, Nordplay Group’s audience will gain access to a curated selection of Peter & Sons titles featuring the studio’s signature offbeat characters, distinctive artistry, and immersive game worlds.
The Nordics remain one of Europe’s most competitive and innovation-driven iGaming regions. Partnering with Nordplay Group marks a significant milestone for Peter & Sons as the studio continues its expansion across key regulated European markets.
Yann Bautista, Commercial Director & Founder at Peter & Sons, said: “Partnering with Nordplay Group is a thrilling step in our Nordic journey. Their commitment to premium entertainment, modern player experiences, and smart, scalable growth aligns perfectly with our creative philosophy. We’re excited to bring our unique worlds, quirky characters, and next-gen mechanics to even more players across the region.”
Linda Guranova, Head of Games at Nordplay Group added: “Peter & Sons has carved out a distinctive identity in the industry — their imaginative slots, bold visual style, and narrative-driven gameplay truly stand out. We’re delighted to welcome their games to our brands and deliver even more memorable entertainment to our players in Sweden, Finland, Estonia, and beyond.”
This partnership highlights another important chapter in Peter & Sons’ European expansion, following recent market entries across the UK, Italy, the Netherlands, and other regulated jurisdictions.
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