Harris makes major investment in the future of professional team boxing
NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TBL Team Boxing League ("TBL") today announced they have closed a deal with entrepreneur, entertainment executive, and national community leader Michael Harris of Godfather Entertainment to acquire the license for the Atlanta Attack in a milestone, multi-million-dollar transaction. The acquisition represents one of the most significant franchise investments in the rapidly growing TBL and underscores Harris' commitment to expanding the reach of professional boxing while bringing world-class sports entertainment to Atlanta.
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