KemperSports LIVE Tabbed to Manage Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis

Northbrook, Ill., Jan. 16, 2025 – KemperSports LIVE announced today that they have been tabbed by Atlantis Paradise Island to manage the Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis – one of the premier in-season men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments. KemperSports LIVE, the sports marketing and events division of Chicago-based KemperSports, will be tasked with event operations, sponsorship sales and fulfillment, and team relations.

KemperSports LIVE will lean on its’ more than 40 years of event operations experience which includes the Maui Invitational and the McDonald’s All-American Games along with its’ strong connections to the college basketball landscape to ensure the Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis continues to provide strong fields and a top-tier experience for teams and their fans.

“This partnership between two powerhouse brands is an exciting new chapter for Battle 4 Atlantis,” said Audrey Oswell, President and Managing Director of Atlantis Paradise Island. “KemperSports LIVE’s outstanding reputation in hosting premier events makes them the ideal partner to grow the tournament’s success while continuing to deliver the unforgettable experiences our guests and basketball fans have come to love.”

Over the last 13 years, the Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis has risen to become one of the country’s best early-season college basketball tournaments for some of the top men’s and women’s college basketball programs. The 16-team (eight men’s and eight women’s teams) event takes place annually during Thanksgiving week at the Imperial Arena at Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas.

“We are excited to work with the Atlantis Paradise Island team to continue to elevate the tournament experience and ensure it is a ‘must play’ for the top college basketball programs,” said Tom Valdiserri, KemperSports LIVE Executive Vice President and Managing Director. “The college basketball landscape continues to evolve, and we are happy to use our wealth of experience and relationships in college basketball to elevate the tournament.”

Starting in 2011, the Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis has seen some of the elite college basketball programs compete at Atlantis Paradise Island with a strong list of tournament champions, including Duke (2012), Villanova (2013, 2017, 2023), Tennessee (2022) and 2024 champion Oklahoma.

The women’s tournament, which started in 2020, has also seen outstanding fields with a strong roster of champions, including South Carolina (2021), UCLA (2022) and 2024 Battle 4 Atlantis champion North Carolina.

“We look forward to adding the Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis to our stable to premier properties and events,” said KemperSports CEO Steve Skinner. “The Battle 4 Atlantis matches up with our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences in sports.”

The Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis takes place at the world-renowned Atlantis Paradise Island Resort that includes five unique lodging options: the grand, iconic newly renovated towers of The Royal, the family-friendly ambiance at The Coral, water-side villas at Harborside Resort, all-suite luxury accommodations at The Cove, and residential-style living at The Reef.

Guests can choose from an impressive collection of more than 40 restaurants, bars, and lounges. Additional resort amenities include the tranquil Mandara Spa, a newly opened tennis and pickleball center, indoor and outdoor regulation basketball courts, a 500-seat movie theater, Atlantis Kids Adventures (AKA) for children ages 3-12, a gaming arcade, CRUSH- a teen nightclub, Jokers Wild comedy club, an award-winning 18-hole golf course designed by Tom Weiskopf, the renowned and newly redecorated Atlantis Casino, and an array of luxury and boutique duty-free shopping.

About KemperSports LIVE
KemperSports LIVE is a sports marketing and events agency. KemperSports LIVE produces and manages major national events, including the Maui Invitational, the McDonald’s All American Games, and the POWERADE Jam Fest. KemperSports LIVE has operated the Maui Invitational since 1990. For more information, visit www.kempersportslive.com

About KemperSports
KemperSports is a leading sports, entertainment and hospitality company that delivers operational excellence in property and experience management. Headquartered in Chicago with regional offices throughout the U.S., KemperSports manages more than 140 golf courses, private clubs, sports venues, and destination resorts nationwide. It has more golf properties named among the top 100 U.S. public and resort courses as rated by GOLF Magazine, Golf Digest and Golfweek than any other management company. For more information about KemperSports, visit www.kempersports.com.

About Atlantis Paradise Island
Atlantis Paradise Island, a lush, oceanside resort located on Paradise Island in the Bahamas, is a dynamic destination and offers visitors bold multimillion-dollar renovations, exciting new partnerships, and reimagined guest experiences. Bahamian culture and the spirit of its beloved team members are the heart and soul of this iconic, legendary resort. Atlantis’ immersive programming connects guests to the rich history, art, people, food, and festivities of the Bahamas while remaining dedicated to sustainability and environmental conservation.

Media Contact:
B.R. Koehnemann, KemperSports LIVE
847.421.4537 | brkoehnemann@kempersports.com