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San Francisco Chronicle
03-07-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
ICE fears deter some from Mexico's Gold Cup win at Levi's: ‘La Raza is a little more tranquil'
Gustavo Kamo was born and raised in Mexico. He moved to the U.S. when he was 15, became a naturalized American citizen, and built his own business. Ahead of the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinal between Mexico and Honduras, he looked forward to spending the evening at Levi's Stadium with friends and colleagues. Kamo said he invited upwards of 30 people who declined to accompany him Wednesday, for fear that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents would show up. 'They can't risk it,' Kamo told the Chronicle. 'I mean, anyone who's having like a green card or a temporary permit, a work permit, because they're not respecting any of that.' The perceived threat, though ultimately unfulfilled, appeared to temper what CONCACAF expected to be a sellout in Santa Clara on Wednesday — the final preview before a World Cup that will feature the Bay Area as one host of the host destinations. The Rapid Response Network for Santa Clara County released a statement on Instagram about an hour and a half before the match began, citing confirmation via Santa Clara Mayor Lisa M. Gillmor, that Department of Homeland Security officers were present at Levi's 'for security purposes' as 'is standard protocol for large-scale international events.' 'Importantly, they are not conducting immigration enforcement,' said the statement from the volunteer group whose mission is to protect the community against ICE actions. Mexico, the defending Gold Cup champions, won 1-0 at Levi's, which has a 68,500-seating capacity that can expand to more than 75,000 for select events. CONCACAF announced a crowd of 70,975 but did not clarify whether that number represented tickets sold or turnstiles. 'I do think 'La Raza' is a little more tranquil, they're a little more subdued, because if this wasn't going on right now with ICE and everything, it would be like 10 times rowdier right now,' said Leo Gonzalez, a Mexican American and U.S. Air Force veteran, and a friend of Kamo. Gonzalez served actively for about four years and was in the reserves for another four. People often asked him how he could support the Mexico men's national team, as a member of the U.S. military. He reminded them he also cheered the U.S. men's national team, 'unless they played Mexico.' He grew up watching Mexico in the World Cup with his brother and father, set to turn 80 years old in 2026. He plans to get tickets for what'll be his first World Cup experience in-person, and his dad's first since the 1980s. The U.S. and Mexico will play Sunday in the Gold Cup finals. Without hesitation, Gonzalez pledged his support for Mexico, then asked Kamo if there was a world in which he would ever consider backing the USMNT. 'It'd have to be a major change, dude, I just can't do it right now,' Kamo said. 'I'm a U.S. citizen, dude, I'm walking with (the thought), 'OK, what do I say if I get stopped? '' Gonzalez remembered vividly his reaction when rumors surfaced that ICE could have a presence at Levi's: 'They can f— right off.' Though the crowd at Levi's appeared short of a true sellout, it grew considerably and got close as the night progressed. Mexico fans especially made their presence felt after Raúl Jimenez scored in the 50th minute to give Mexico a 1-0 lead. By the 70th minute, the lower bowl of Levi's coordinated a wave, Mexico and Honduras fans alike, during a stoppage in play that served as an enduring moment of unity. For Kamo, the party started almost immediately after he parked. 'When I was coming out, I was getting beers from everybody left and right,' he said. 'Dude, I was hungry, starving when I parked. When I got to the gate, I was full, I was happy. 'I just don't want to see this country be so divided.'
The Advertiser
24-06-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Money worries top Super Netball player concerns: survey
Australia's leading netballers are most worried about financial security and fair pay - and most don't feel comfortable about raising issues with governing body Netball Australia. The first anonymous player survey conducted by the Australian Netball Players' Association considered Super Netballers' thoughts on issues such as fertility, career transition, mental health and workload balance, as well as money. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, minimum salaries will rise to $46,600 and the average salary to $86,500 by 2026. By comparison, AFLW players' average salary will increase to $82,000 by the end of 2027. But the minimum salary for AFLW players has risen this year to $67,337, which is a large leap from netball. According to the survey, which asked players to rank their key challenges, 69 per cent listed financial security as No.1, with a number of players requiring additional external employment. "This remains the most pressing concern, reflecting ongoing issues around salary equity, job stability, cost of living pressures, and the need for supplementary income through work outside netball," the ANPA survey stated. More than half of the players surveyed (56 per cent) stated scheduling and workload balance as their second biggest challenge - attempting to balance training, travel and games with work, study and a personal life. The other top two challenges were career transition support post netball (47 per cent), and mental health and well-being (25 per cent). "While fewer players listed this as a key challenge compared to other categories, it still reflects that one in four athletes experience wellbeing difficulties significant enough to impact performance or life satisfaction," the survey posits. The survey also showed that 56 per cent of players accessed mental health support services in the past year. While almost all players are comfortable raising concerns with their teammates or the ANPA, only 12 per cent said they were with Netball Australia (NA). The governing body was accused earlier this year of mishandling a complaint against the Queensland Firebirds by former player Remi Kamo. Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, NA announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated". However Kamo was backed by the union, which claimed "key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed". The survey also questioned players about reproductive health with 28 per cent reporting "anxiety", while 89 per cent would participate in a free fertility check. "This demonstrates a high level of interest in reproductive health support and suggests that access to services like fertility testing could empower players with valuable information about their future options," the ANPA wrote. The players' body said the results would guide targeted support strategies across the sport. Australia's leading netballers are most worried about financial security and fair pay - and most don't feel comfortable about raising issues with governing body Netball Australia. The first anonymous player survey conducted by the Australian Netball Players' Association considered Super Netballers' thoughts on issues such as fertility, career transition, mental health and workload balance, as well as money. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, minimum salaries will rise to $46,600 and the average salary to $86,500 by 2026. By comparison, AFLW players' average salary will increase to $82,000 by the end of 2027. But the minimum salary for AFLW players has risen this year to $67,337, which is a large leap from netball. According to the survey, which asked players to rank their key challenges, 69 per cent listed financial security as No.1, with a number of players requiring additional external employment. "This remains the most pressing concern, reflecting ongoing issues around salary equity, job stability, cost of living pressures, and the need for supplementary income through work outside netball," the ANPA survey stated. More than half of the players surveyed (56 per cent) stated scheduling and workload balance as their second biggest challenge - attempting to balance training, travel and games with work, study and a personal life. The other top two challenges were career transition support post netball (47 per cent), and mental health and well-being (25 per cent). "While fewer players listed this as a key challenge compared to other categories, it still reflects that one in four athletes experience wellbeing difficulties significant enough to impact performance or life satisfaction," the survey posits. The survey also showed that 56 per cent of players accessed mental health support services in the past year. While almost all players are comfortable raising concerns with their teammates or the ANPA, only 12 per cent said they were with Netball Australia (NA). The governing body was accused earlier this year of mishandling a complaint against the Queensland Firebirds by former player Remi Kamo. Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, NA announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated". However Kamo was backed by the union, which claimed "key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed". The survey also questioned players about reproductive health with 28 per cent reporting "anxiety", while 89 per cent would participate in a free fertility check. "This demonstrates a high level of interest in reproductive health support and suggests that access to services like fertility testing could empower players with valuable information about their future options," the ANPA wrote. The players' body said the results would guide targeted support strategies across the sport. Australia's leading netballers are most worried about financial security and fair pay - and most don't feel comfortable about raising issues with governing body Netball Australia. The first anonymous player survey conducted by the Australian Netball Players' Association considered Super Netballers' thoughts on issues such as fertility, career transition, mental health and workload balance, as well as money. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, minimum salaries will rise to $46,600 and the average salary to $86,500 by 2026. By comparison, AFLW players' average salary will increase to $82,000 by the end of 2027. But the minimum salary for AFLW players has risen this year to $67,337, which is a large leap from netball. According to the survey, which asked players to rank their key challenges, 69 per cent listed financial security as No.1, with a number of players requiring additional external employment. "This remains the most pressing concern, reflecting ongoing issues around salary equity, job stability, cost of living pressures, and the need for supplementary income through work outside netball," the ANPA survey stated. More than half of the players surveyed (56 per cent) stated scheduling and workload balance as their second biggest challenge - attempting to balance training, travel and games with work, study and a personal life. The other top two challenges were career transition support post netball (47 per cent), and mental health and well-being (25 per cent). "While fewer players listed this as a key challenge compared to other categories, it still reflects that one in four athletes experience wellbeing difficulties significant enough to impact performance or life satisfaction," the survey posits. The survey also showed that 56 per cent of players accessed mental health support services in the past year. While almost all players are comfortable raising concerns with their teammates or the ANPA, only 12 per cent said they were with Netball Australia (NA). The governing body was accused earlier this year of mishandling a complaint against the Queensland Firebirds by former player Remi Kamo. Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, NA announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated". However Kamo was backed by the union, which claimed "key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed". The survey also questioned players about reproductive health with 28 per cent reporting "anxiety", while 89 per cent would participate in a free fertility check. "This demonstrates a high level of interest in reproductive health support and suggests that access to services like fertility testing could empower players with valuable information about their future options," the ANPA wrote. The players' body said the results would guide targeted support strategies across the sport.
Perth Now
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Money worries top Super Netball player concerns: survey
Australia's leading netballers are most worried about financial security and fair pay - and most don't feel comfortable about raising issues with governing body Netball Australia. The first anonymous player survey conducted by the Australian Netball Players' Association considered Super Netballers' thoughts on issues such as fertility, career transition, mental health and workload balance, as well as money. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, minimum salaries will rise to $46,600 and the average salary to $86,500 by 2026. By comparison, AFLW players' average salary will increase to $82,000 by the end of 2027. But the minimum salary for AFLW players has risen this year to $67,337, which is a large leap from netball. According to the survey, which asked players to rank their key challenges, 69 per cent listed financial security as No.1, with a number of players requiring additional external employment. "This remains the most pressing concern, reflecting ongoing issues around salary equity, job stability, cost of living pressures, and the need for supplementary income through work outside netball," the ANPA survey stated. More than half of the players surveyed (56 per cent) stated scheduling and workload balance as their second biggest challenge - attempting to balance training, travel and games with work, study and a personal life. The other top two challenges were career transition support post netball (47 per cent), and mental health and well-being (25 per cent). "While fewer players listed this as a key challenge compared to other categories, it still reflects that one in four athletes experience wellbeing difficulties significant enough to impact performance or life satisfaction," the survey posits. The survey also showed that 56 per cent of players accessed mental health support services in the past year. While almost all players are comfortable raising concerns with their teammates or the ANPA, only 12 per cent said they were with Netball Australia (NA). The governing body was accused earlier this year of mishandling a complaint against the Queensland Firebirds by former player Remi Kamo. Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, NA announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated". However Kamo was backed by the union, which claimed "key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed". The survey also questioned players about reproductive health with 28 per cent reporting "anxiety", while 89 per cent would participate in a free fertility check. "This demonstrates a high level of interest in reproductive health support and suggests that access to services like fertility testing could empower players with valuable information about their future options," the ANPA wrote. The players' body said the results would guide targeted support strategies across the sport.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BearCom Welcomes Ramnik Kamo as Chief Operating Officer
Kamo Brings Decades of Cross-Functional Leadership in Technology Industry DALLAS, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BearCom, a premier North American solutions integrator of voice, security, and data, is pleased to announce Ramnik Kamo's recent appointment as Chief Operating Officer (COO). BearCom (PRNewsfoto/Siris Capital Group, LLC) As Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Kamo will support BearCom in boosting operational excellence and driving continued growth in line with the company's focus on helping customers improve the safety, security, productivity and efficiency of the communities they serve. Mr. Kamo's appointment comes at a notable time for BearCom. In December 2024, the company announced the acquisition of Stone Security, a leading provider of enterprise class LenelS2, Axis Communications, and Milestone physical security products and services, which was its second acquisition since Siris' initial 2023 investment. BearCom is continuing to work towards its goal of unifying two mission-critical domains—communication and physical security—under a shared vision for integrated solutions. As COO, Mr. Kamo will play a critical role in helping BearCom realize this goal through expanding its market reach across key security solutions sets. "We are thrilled to welcome Ramnik to the BearCom family," said Les Fry, Chief Executive Officer of BearCom. "His leadership, technology and telecommunications industry expertise, along with his focus on operational excellence will be invaluable as we continue to enhance our capabilities to better serve our customers." "I have long admired BearCom's leadership in the wireless communications industry, and I am excited to contribute to the AlwaysOn BearCom family during this exciting next phase of growth," said Ramnik Kamo, Chief Operating Officer of BearCom. "I am joining BearCom at a pivotal time as we scale the business to provide differentiated connectivity and security solutions to customers across North America." Mr. Kamo is an experienced technology executive, having held multiple leadership roles at Mavenir, Mitel, Imagine Communications, GENBAND, and Nortel, and has deep expertise driving growth across global markets and diverse product verticals. Mr. Kamo is an Electronics and Communications Engineer with an MBA in Finance and a Masters Diploma in Marketing. About BearCom Founded in 1981, BearCom is a leading provider and integrator of wireless voice, security, and data solutions across the U.S. and Canada. BearCom is the largest Motorola Solutions Channel Partner in North America, and proudly partners with industry leaders including Kenwood, LenelS2, Axis Communications, Wesco, and Milestone to provide top-tier two-way radio communications, security, access control, and surveillance solutions. With a mission to enhance connectivity, security, and efficiency, BearCom delivers cutting-edge technology solutions to a wide range of industries. BearCom is headquartered in Garland, Texas.
Perth Now
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Netball Aust accused of mishandling bullying complaint
The Australian Netball Players' Association has accused the sport's governing body of ignoring pleas for transparency into the investigation of the culture of the Queensland Firebirds after complaints were made by former player Remi Kamo. Defender Kamo became the first Super Netball player to lodge an official complaint, accusing the club of bullying, gaslighting and an "unsafe environment" before her departure in mid-2024. After a seven-month independent review, Netball Australia (NA) announced in March that Kamo's allegations "were not substantiated" and no further action would be taken. NA refused to hand over the report or any details of its findings, citing the confidentiality of those who took part. However, Kamo and ANPA have said key witnesses were not interviewed. Kamo and the Australian Netball Players' Association (ANPA) released separate statements on Wednesday, voicing concerns about the potential mishandling of the investigation. "While the investigation was conducted by a third party, this in itself does not guarantee procedural fairness," ANPA's statement said. "We believe that key steps expected in a fair and thorough process may have been missed. "These include the investigator not confirming with Remi the specific allegations that would form the scope of the investigation, and the omission of interviews with some key witnesses named in Remi's complaint. "ANPA has formally requested an independent review of the investigation to assess whether the process met the required standards of fairness and rigour. "Despite numerous discussions with Netball Australia over the past month a formal response to this request has not yet been received." Kamo, who will turn out for the Northern Stars when New Zealand's ANZ Premiership starts this weekend, wrote a lengthy emotional post on Instagram that received support from current Firebirds captain Ruby Bakewell-Doran. Working as a psychologist before joining the Brisbane-based outfit, she said she made the official complaint after calls for help fell on "disinterested ears". "I believed all relevant witnesses to my complaint would be interviewed. They were not. Some people who saw and felt what I did, were not even contacted, despite being available to help the investigation, " Kamo wrote. "I believed fellow players and staff would have the chance to speak in a safe process about the appalling conduct they experienced and observed. People who, to this day, are ready to give evidence. "I have repeatedly asked for further details of the investigation - a breakdown of the response to each allegation, whether the allegations had merit or not and on what basis. "I have received none of these details. Just platitudes and hollow assurances." She said the "non-response" showed NA felt there was no need to improve the treatment of Super players and those who made official complaints. "Because both the process was unfair and the lack of findings or recommendations a missed opportunity, I reluctantly make my message public. "I hope that some transparency will create the accountability the response to my complaint did not."
