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FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO ICE HOCKEY WINS D-1 CHAMPIONSHIP IN ANAHEIM DUCKS HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY LEAGUE

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Just two years after its inception, the innovative hockey program, which incorporates on and off-ice training into the regular school day, freezes out the competition

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The ice hockey program at Fairmont San Juan Capistrano has been getting a lot of attention since its formation in 2021. People from all over California have taken notice of its impressive rise during that short time, particularly after they captured the Division 1 title in the Anaheim Ducks High School Hockey League (ADHSHL) – besting teams like Orange Lutheran and Santa Margarita Catholic High School – and earning an invitation to compete at the state level.

 

A Program Like No Other
But it’s not just the team’s record that people are talking about. There’s also quite a buzz surrounding the innovative way Fairmont incorporates its athletes’ on and off-ice training into the course of the actual school days. “Four days a week, our players skate on a rink for their first period class before jumping on the bus to the campus for their academic and athletic training classes,” said Dack Petersen, General Manager of Fairmont Hockey. “While other hockey players aren’t getting home until the evening, our athletes are wrapping everything up – school, skating, strength and conditioning, speed and agility – by 4:00 in the afternoon.”

Petersen first approached Fairmont about starting a hockey program in 2019 and had a clear vision for what he wanted that program to look like. “There are lots of serious hockey players out there and I was looking for a way to create a program where they could get not only exceptional training but also an exceptional education. I was very familiar with Fairmont’s reputation for academic excellence. I also knew that they had some street hockey experience and were always on the cutting edge of introducing new opportunities to their students. I approached the school’s leadership and, thankfully, they agreed.”

A Pandemic Pause
But then came COVID, so the program was put on hold for two years. Petersen took advantage of this time to put things in place so they would be ready to hit the ground running once cleared to return. 

For its part, Fairmont made the strategic decision to launch the program at its newly acquired campus in San Juan Capistrano, where they were investing considerable resources into developing athletic programs which would appeal to high-level athletes. One such program is Fairmont Athletic Academy, which caters to elite middle-school athletes and partners with organizations like Strikers Soccer Club – Orange County’s #1 youth soccer club, and Tstreet Volleyball Club – California’s #1 volleyball club.

Success Beyond Their Expectations
A lot of things have happened since hockey’s inaugural 2021-22 season. “We set a goal of having a strong JV team by the end of our second year,” said Petersen. “Not only did we meet that goal, but we exceeded it because that team was elevated to a Varsity D-3 level within the first month of our first season. We have also added Varsity D-1 and Varsity D-2 teams since we started the program – something we didn’t expect to do until our fifth year.”

Difference-Making Partnerships
A big part of this success, said Petersen, is due to the partnership Fairmont entered into with West Coast Academy, whose co-founders, Kevin Bieksa and Dean Caban, shared the same priority as the program: helping young athletes reach the highest levels in hockey and in life. Bieksa played professionally for 15 years, including three with the Ducks, and is a well-known television broadcaster and analyst. Caban, widely recognized as a student of both the science and art of hockey, has been coaching elite players from all over the world for two decades.

Another contributor to Fairmont’s success is the high-caliber off-ice training athletes receive through the school’s partnership with The Treigning Lab, which leverages science and technology to maximize performance and develops cutting-edge, personalized training regimens for each individual athlete.

Moving Forward
Fairmont hockey has come a long way in a very short period of time. But Petersen isn’t content to rest on its laurels. He has plans to expand upon its middle school program so more players can benefit from its elite training before they reach high school. He’s also eyeing international hockey players. “There’s a lot of interest from athletes outside of our country. We believe that tapping into this pool will not only benefit international athletes but also help prepare our domestic players for global competition.”

Fairmont has some lofty goals as it moves forward because they believe they have the makings of one of the premier high school programs not just regionally, but nationally. But no matter what they set their sights on, Petersen says they will remain committed to staying true to Fairmont hockey’s four pillars of youth performance: academics, athletic development, character and leadership, and strength and conditioning.

About Fairmont Schools
Fairmont is Orange County’s oldest and largest secular, co-educational preschool – 12th grade private school. Voted Best Private School in Orange County for nine consecutive years, Fairmont is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and Cognia. It is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.

For more information, visit the school’s website.
For questions about admissions, contact Betty Petersen at bpetersen@fairmontschools.com. 

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SpaceX perpetual futures become Binance’s No. 2 traded product; Binance captures over 60% market share across CEX and DEX venues

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Binance exceeded $5.6 billion in SPCXUSDT trading volume over last 24 hours, with over $9 billion in accumulated trading volume across SpaceX’s Pre-IPO and post-public listing

ABU DHABI, UAE, June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Binance has captured over 60% market share for SpaceX derivatives trading across centralized and decentralized exchanges, establishing itself as the leading liquidity venue for the product.

SpaceX perpetual futures (SPCXUSDT) are now Binance’s second–largest traded product, after Bitcoin perpetuals, reflecting strong global demand for exposure to major public–market events.

Binance also offers SpaceX stock and bStock tokenized securities, giving users greater portfolio diversification and hedging opportunities.

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SpaceX perpetual futures became Binance’s No. 2 traded product, reflecting significant global demand for exposure to SpaceX’s public market debut.Binance captured >60% market share across CEX and DEX venues for SpaceX derivatives trading.Binance recorded over $5.6 billion in SPCXUSDT trading volume over the last 24 hours, as of June 13, 9:00 AM UTC (Coinglass, CoinMarketCap).Binance leads all CEX and DEX venues in SPCXUSDT Open Interest at $167.22 million (one-sided count).Binance recorded over $9 billion in accumulated SPCXUSDT trading volume across SpaceX’s Pre-IPO and post-public listing on Nasdaq.Binance successfully transitioned the Pre–IPO Perpetual into a standard TradFi Perpetual following SpaceX’s Nasdaq listing, with orderly price discovery anchored to publicly available valuation signals, share-count data, and market expectations.After SpaceX disclosed a higher share count in its S-1/A filing, Binance was the only exchange to successfully rebase its SpaceX Pre-IPO Perpetual contract to ensure users were not negatively impacted by dilution.

“SpaceX’s public listing was one of the most closely watched market events globally. SpaceX derivatives have become Binance’s second–largest traded product, capturing more than 60% market share across CEX and DEX venues, and demonstrating the appeal of our liquidity and product design,” said Shunyet Jan, Head of Spot and Derivatives Business at Binance.

“Our range of products — Pre–IPO futures, standard TradFi futures, stock trading, and tokenized securities — lets users access opportunities across different market lifecycles. This performance underlines our belief that better accessibility unlocks latent demand.”

Binance now offers over 7,000 stocks and ETFs for trading, alongside a broad range of digital assets, moving closer to its vision for a multi-asset financial super app that connects users to global market opportunities.

Disclaimer: Digital asset prices can be volatile. The value of your investment may go down or up and you may not get back the amount invested. You are solely responsible for your investment decisions and Binance is not liable for any losses you may incur. TradFi Perps are subject to high market risk and price volatility (particularly outside traditional market hours). In respect of Pre-IPO Perps which are subject to transition to TradFi Perp, there may be particular price volatility following official listing of the Underlying Asset and the share price may not ever reach the Final IPO Price. You may be called upon at short notice to make additional margin deposits or interest payments. If the required margin deposits or interest payments are not made within the prescribed time, your collateral may be liquidated. Moreover, you will remain liable for any resulting deficit in your account and interest charged on your account. All of your margin balance may be liquidated in the event of adverse price movement. Past performance is not a reliable predictor of future performance. TradFi Perps do not represent ownership of the relevant underlying asset. Before trading, you should make an independent assessment of the appropriateness of the transaction in light of your own objectives and circumstances, including the risks and potential benefits. Consult your own advisers, where appropriate. This information should not be construed as financial or investment advice. To learn more about how to protect yourself, visit our Responsible Trading page. For more information, see our Terms of Use, Exchange Rules, Clearing Rules, Exchange Procedures, Clearing Procedures, relevant Contract Specifications  and Risk Warning.

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Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Binance is trusted by more than 320 million people in 100+ countries for its industry-leading security, transparency, trading engine speed, protections for investors, and unmatched portfolio of digital asset products and offerings from trading and finance to education, research, social good, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance is devoted to building an inclusive crypto ecosystem to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world with crypto as the fundamental means. For more information, visit: https://www.binance.com.

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LaVivid Hair Introduces Sports Hair Systems Collection for Men with Active Lifestyles

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LaVivid Hair launches a sports-focused hair systems collection designed for men who want breathable comfort, secure attachment, and natural-looking confidence during workouts, football season, summer activities, and everyday movement.

IRVINE, Calif., June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As global football excitement builds and more men return to sports, workouts, travel, and outdoor activities, LaVivid Hair has introduced its Sports Hair Systems Collection, a curated lineup of breathable, secure, and natural-looking hair systems designed for men with active lifestyles.

Men should not have to choose between looking natural and living actively. This collection was created for customers who want to work out, play sports, travel, and enjoy daily life with more confidence.

For many men experiencing hair loss, staying active can bring concerns that go beyond performance. They may wonder whether a hair system will stay secure during sweat, whether the hairline will remain natural during movement, or whether they can focus on a game, workout, or summer activity without checking their hair.

LaVivid Hair created the Sports Hair Systems Collection to help answer those concerns with practical product choices built around comfort, hold, realism, and easier maintenance.

The collection focuses on four active-wear priorities:

Breathable comfort: Lace and lace-center constructions help improve airflow during warm weather, workouts, and active days.

Secure attachment: Hybrid bases with skin or poly perimeters provide a stable bonding area for tape or glue, helping wearers feel more confident during movement.

Natural appearance: Lace fronts, graduated hairlines, and realistic density options help maintain a natural look from different angles.

Easy maintenance: Active lifestyles require simple bonding, cleaning, and regular upkeep, especially after sweat, heat, or long wear.

“Men should not have to choose between looking natural and living actively,” said a LaVivid Hair spokesperson. “This collection was created for customers who want to work out, play sports, travel, and enjoy daily life with more confidence.”

Top recommendations from the Sports Hair Systems Collection include Simois, Light Crius, Upgrade Ares, and Mars. Each system serves a different active-wear need, from breathable full lace comfort to hybrid lace-and-skin constructions that balance airflow with secure bonding.

Simois is designed for wearers who want a breathable lace center, a natural lace front hairline, and a skin perimeter for reliable attachment. Light Crius offers a lower-density look with French lace comfort and easy bonding, making it suitable for warm-weather wear and lighter active routines. Upgrade Ares combines a lace center with an ultra-thin skin front for wearers who want a natural front appearance with practical maintenance. Mars, a full lace option, is ideal for men who prioritize maximum breathability and lightweight comfort for light sports and summer activity.

For sports and active lifestyles, LaVivid Hair also recommends pairing the right base with dependable attachment products such as Ultra Hold Tape and Ultra Hold Glue. The right adhesive routine can help improve confidence during workouts, football matches, and daily movement.

The Sports Hair Systems Collection is now available at LaVivid Hair. Customers can explore the collection here:

https://www.lavividhair.com/collections/workout?utm_source=prweb&utm_medium=press-release&utm_campaign=prweb_260318&utm_id=prweb_260318&utm_content=sports_hair_systems_collection

To learn more about LaVivid men’s hair systems, visit:

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LaVivid Hair provides hair replacement solutions for men around the world, offering natural-looking men’s hair systems designed for different lifestyles, preferences, and everyday needs. Through continuous product development and customer-focused innovation, LaVivid Hair helps wearers regain confidence with comfortable, realistic, and reliable hair systems.

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Charlie Sue, LaVivid Hair, 1 833-879-0279, service@lavividhair.com, LaVivid Hair

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Hexaware Expands Presence in Gujarat with New Delivery Center at GIFT City

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MUMBAI, India, LONDON and ISELIN, N.J., June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hexaware Technologies [NSE: HEXT], a global provider of IT solutions and services, today opened a new delivery center at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), India’s premier international financial services hub. The center, inaugurated by Shri Bhupendra Patel, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, will serve Hexaware’s global banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) clients across digital solutions, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud transformation, data engineering, and next-gen software services.

Hexaware’s established presence in Ahmedabad and Gujarat provides the foundation for this investment. With the GIFT City center, the company is building a technology and innovation hub that serves financial institutions across global markets. The company aims to create approximately 1,000 high-skilled jobs over the next three years, covering software engineering, digital transformation, AI, cloud, data analytics, business operations, and customer experience services.

“The establishment of Hexaware’s delivery center at GIFT City is a strong endorsement of Gujarat’s position as a globally competitive destination for financial services and technology. This is the kind of high-value investment the state has been building toward, and we are pleased to welcome Hexaware to this ecosystem,” said Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.

“GIFT City represents a unique convergence of financial services, technology, and innovation. Our expansion into GIFT City aligns with our strategy of being closer to our customers while leveraging India’s exceptional talent ecosystem. We’re excited to contribute to the growth of Gujarat’s technology landscape and create meaningful career opportunities for skilled professionals,” said R. Srikrishna, CEO & Executive Director, Hexaware.

“GIFT City presents a compelling proposition for a company of Hexaware’s focus and scale. The financial services landscape, the quality of talent, and the policy framework the state government has put in place made this a clear decision for us,” said Vikash Kumar Jain, Chief Financial Officer, Hexaware.

The GIFT City center adds to Hexaware’s growing delivery footprint in India, supporting the company’s work with BFSI clients across global markets.

About Hexaware

Hexaware is a global technology and business process services company. Every day, Hexawarians wake up with a singular purpose: to create smiles through great people and technology. With offices across the world, we empower enterprises worldwide to realize digital transformation at scale and speed by partnering with them to build, transform, run, and optimize their technology and business processes. Learn more about Hexaware at https://hexaware.com.

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