The Sporting Room

Priya Singh

Investigative Correspondent, The Business

Priya began her career as a business reporter for Forbes before her passion for sports led her to uncover financial discrepancies in collegiate athletic departments. This work earned her a spot at ProPublica, where she was a key member of a team that won a Polk Award for their series on international sports corruption. Priya’s reporting is meticulous and fearless, often taking on powerful institutions. At The Sporting Room, she leads coverage of sports governance, labor relations, and the economic forces shaping the industry.

Expertise

Sports Finance & EconomicsLeague Governance & PolicyPlayer Unions & CBAsSports Law & EthicsInternational Sports Organizations (IOC, FIFA)Data Journalism

Coverage Areas

Collective Bargaining Agreements
Stadium Financing Deals
NCAA Regulations
Sports Media Rights
Team Ownership Transactions

Latest Articles

An empty, decaying Oakland Athletics baseball stadium with a stormy sky, symbolizing the team's uncertain future and potential move to Las Vegas.
The Game

Oakland Athletics' stadium situation remains an abomination

Despite 56 years in Oakland, the Athletics averaged just 10,276 fans per game in 2023, the lowest attendance in MLB, as ownership actively pursued a move to Las Vegas, according to ESPN .

Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read

LSU athletes in Nike uniforms celebrating a win on the field, showcasing the extended partnership between Nike and LSU.
The Gear

Nike Extends Landmark Partnership with LSU Through 2036

After 33 years, Penn State is ending its partnership with Nike, opting for a new 10-year, $300 million deal with adidas that includes significant NIL considerations.

Jun 24, 2026 · 3 min read

An empty and worn San Francisco Giants dugout at dusk, with long shadows cast across the baseball field, symbolizing a decline in performance.
The Past

San Francisco Giants face present decline in 2026 performance analysis

On June 20, 2026, the Miami Marlins defeated the San Francisco Giants 6-3, a score that confirms the Giants' current standing as the National League's second-worst team, according to ESPN and The Merc

Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read

A city skyline featuring a sports stadium, with superimposed financial data illustrating the economic impact of major sporting events.
The Business

What is the true economic impact of major sporting events on local economies?

In Rocky Mount, North Carolina, tourism dollars reportedly jumped 11-12% after its 2018 event center opened, according to Sportsfacilities.

Jun 21, 2026 · 4 min read

Diverse athletes united, symbolizing the call for deeper action on Juneteenth beyond just recognition.
The Past

Juneteenth: Sports Leagues Demand More Than Recognition

In 2020, the NBA, WNBA, and NFL simultaneously declared Juneteenth a league holiday, closing offices and giving employees a paid day off.

Jun 20, 2026 · 3 min read

A gavel rests on a wooden podium in a sunlit Senate hearing room, symbolizing the advancement of the Protect College Sports Act.
The Business

Senate Committee Advances Protect College Sports Act

By a razor-thin 14-13 vote, Senator Ted Cruz's Protect College Sports Act advanced out of a Senate committee in 2026, bringing federal regulation of college athlete compensation closer to reality.

Jun 20, 2026 · 3 min read

Veteran sports columnist Ray Ratto typing with his two middle fingers, symbolizing his unique and unyielding approach to sports commentary.
The Game

Ray Ratto Shares Unmistakable Sports Commentary and Feelings

Ray Ratto, a veteran sports columnist, types his columns using only his two middle fingers, a testament to his singular, unyielding approach to journalism.

Jun 19, 2026 · 3 min read

Customers enjoying interactive sports experiences inside a large Dick's Sporting Goods 'House of Sport' store, showcasing a new retail strategy.
The Gear

Dick's Sporting Goods Bets Big on Experiential Stores Amid Retail Shifts

While many retailers are shrinking their physical footprints, Dick's Sporting Goods is opening its first Colorado ‘House of Sport’ in Thornton’s Larkridge Shopping Center, a massive experiential store

Jun 18, 2026 · 5 min read

The FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy presented in a stadium, with a contrasting image of a city skyline and financial charts, symbolizing economic boom and potential local losses.
The Business

World Cup 2026 Promises $40.9 Billion Boost, But Cities May Still Lose Money

Each of the 11 American cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup will spend upwards of $100 million to accommodate the event, yet historical data shows host cities never make money directly from hosting

Jun 17, 2026 · 3 min read

Split image contrasting intensive single-skill training with a tactical athlete performing a multi-faceted, demanding obstacle course.
The Training

What Is Intensive Training vs Tactical Training for Athlete Development?

Unlike a marathon runner who refines a single skill, a tactical athlete might need to sprint through a confined space, then carry heavy gear for miles, and react to an unexpected threat, all within th

Jun 16, 2026 · 3 min read

USMNT players celebrating a goal during the 2026 World Cup opening match against Paraguay, with a roaring crowd in the background.
The Past

USMNT Wins 2026 Opener With Dominant Display

The USMNT scored four goals against Paraguay in their World Cup opener, a feat never before achieved in a finals match.

Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read

Coach John Tortorella passionately defending goaltender Carter Hart during a high-pressure Stanley Cup Final game.
The Game

John Tortorella defends Carter Hart's historic struggles in Stanley Cup Final

Carter Hart made NHL history, becoming the first goalie to allow at least four goals in five consecutive Stanley Cup Final games.

Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read

OG Anunoby makes a game-winning tip-in shot at the buzzer to secure NBA Finals Game 4 for the New York Knicks.
The Game

OG Anunoby's game-winning tip-in seals NBA Finals Game 4

With just 1.2 seconds left in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, OG Anunoby tipped in a missed shot. The play secured a one-point victory for the New York Knicks, capping the biggest comeback in Finals history

Jun 12, 2026 · 3 min read

People in a corporate setting performing ineffective security theater, highlighting the illusion of safety over actual data protection.
The Game

Security theater tactics offer little real safety

Security questionnaires, while excellent for establishing legal liability, do little to prevent actual data breaches.

Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read

A panoramic view of a packed, modern stadium during the 2026 World Cup, with cheering fans and a city skyline in the background, symbolizing economic growth and global excitement.
The Business

2026 World Cup Spurs Billions in North American Economic Growth

The 2026 World Cup is anticipated to generate $5 billion in total short-term economic activity across North America.

Jun 10, 2026 · 4 min read

A vibrant cityscape at dusk with a stadium, symbolizing the World Cup's arrival and its complex economic implications for US cities.
The Business

World Cup Boosts US Cities, But Job Growth Outpaces Tourism Gains

The U.S. federal government has already allocated $625 million to 11 American cities for World Cup security, a sum committed before a single fan arrives. This pre-emptive investment, averaging over $5

Jun 9, 2026 · 4 min read

Jacob Misiorowski, a baseball pitcher, in the motion of throwing a fastball at record-breaking speed on a professional baseball mound.
The Business

Jacob Misiorowski sets new MLB velocity record for starters

On Saturday night, Jacob Misiorowski threw a 103.

Jun 9, 2026 · 3 min read

Mitch Marner celebrates scoring the fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history during a tense Game 3 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights.
The Game

Hurricanes' Marner Scores Fastest Hat Trick in Stanley Cup Final History

Mitch Marner recorded the fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history, scoring three consecutive goals in 6:10, and the Carolina Hurricanes netted three goals in 39 seconds.

Jun 8, 2026 · 3 min read

A woman finds peace in a remote cabin, embracing a digital detox and minimalist lifestyle away from social media.
The Game

Olivia Miles-Pilled: From Niche Concept to Viral Movement

Last month, a 28-year-old software engineer in Seattle deleted all her social media accounts, sold her smart devices, and moved into a cabin, citing the 'Olivia Miles-Pilled' manifesto as her sole gui

Jun 8, 2026 · 4 min read

A powerful sports agent stands in front of a football stadium's financial ticker, symbolizing their significant economic influence over player transfers and club finances.
The Business

Sports Super-Agents Flex Economic Influence as Top Clubs Eye Free Transfers

Despite being one of the world's most valuable midfielders, Bernardo Silva is reportedly set to leave Manchester City on a free transfer.

Jun 7, 2026 · 3 min read