FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 13, 2025--
Teton Ridge, a leading force in Western sports and entertainment, today announced the appointment of Ande Wall as Senior Vice President of Programming and Content. With more than two decades in sports production, storytelling, and talent development, Ande will lead Teton Ridge’s sports programming and content strategy including oversight of the recently acquired platform The Cowboy Channel.
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Ande joins Teton Ridge following a distinguished career at ESPN, where she was most recently head of production at Longhorn Network (LHN), overseeing studio production, original programming, social media, and content development. She led a team of producers, editors, photographers, and on-air talent, driving the creation of award-winning programming across linear and digital platforms. In addition to managing production, Ande played a key role in talent recruitment and development, working with industry figures such as Sam Ponder ( NFL Countdown ), Emmanuel Acho ( Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man ), and Kaylee Hartung ( Thursday Night NFL on Amazon Prime).
“Ande is a dynamic leader with an incredible track record of creating compelling sports content that resonates with audiences,” said Deirdre Lester, CEO of Teton Ridge. “Her expertise in live production, digital storytelling, and brand-building will be instrumental as we continue to expand our media footprint. With Ande at the helm of our sports content strategy, we are positioned to further elevate the storytelling of Western sports and culture, while also ensuring The Cowboy Channel remains the premier destination for fans.”
Her tenure at ESPN also included leadership roles contributing to flagship programs like SportsCenter, SportsNation, and Texas GameDay. She was instrumental in developing marketing campaigns for LHN’s top shows, earning multiple Emmy and College Sports Media Awards. Ande began her career as a reporter and columnist, covering major sports teams, Big 12 athletics, and Texas high school football.
“As a native Texan, I’ve seen firsthand the passion for Western sports,” said Ande Wall, Senior Vice President of Programming and Content at Teton Ridge. “Fans are eager for more access to the athletes, stories and places that make this industry so special. Teton Ridge and The Cowboy Channel are creating new opportunities to deliver that content, and I’m thrilled to build on that momentum—expanding our reach and deepening the connection between the sport and its audience.”
This appointment builds on Teton Ridge’s continued momentum in the sports and entertainment space. With the acquisition of The Cowboy Channel, the launch of the Teton Ridge FAST Channel, and an expanding slate of digital content—including podcasts and original programming—Teton Ridge is redefining the landscape of Western sports, entertainment, and culture. From live broadcasts to digital innovation, the company continues to set new industry standards and expand its influence.
In addition to its sports-driven content initiatives, Teton Ridge Entertainment serves as the company’s dedicated division for film, TV, and new media, led by Jillian Share. This division operates with a distinct focus, complementing the company’s broader efforts in Western sports and live events.
About Teton Ridge
Teton Ridge, owned by TWG Global, is dedicated to expanding the reach and impact of Western sports and culture. TWG Global is co-chaired by Mark Walter and Thomas Tull, who launched Teton Ridge in 2019 with support from investors including Jim Breyer and the Lee Bass Family Office. TWG Global launched Teton Ridge in 2019 with support from investors including Jim Breyer and the Lee Bass Family Office.. Since its inception Teton Ridge has grown through strategic acquisitions and initiatives, including The American Rodeo Contender Series & Championship Weekend - live on FOX Sports, The American Performance Horseman, and the acclaimed docuseries Window to the West. Its portfolio also includes Better Barrel Races, C&I Magazine, The MauneyCast, and the Let’s Freakin’ Rodeo podcast. In 2024, Teton Ridge acquired The Cowboy Channel and Cowgirl Channel, cementing its leadership in Western sports media. Teton Ridge is also the parent company of Teton Ridge Entertainment, a film and television studio led by President Jillian Share that explores Americana stories and highlights the themes, ethos, and setting of the American West.
Ande Wall, Teton Ridge Senior Vice President of Programming and Content (Photo: Business Wire)
Arsenal ensured it will end the year top of the Premier League after beating Aston Villa 4-1 at home in a powerful statement win on Tuesday with all goals scored in the second half.
The fourth goal, scored by substitute Gabriel Jesus one minute after coming on, highlighted the depth of Arsenal's bench this season and coach Mikel Arteta jubilantly high-fived his assistants at the final whistle.
Victory moved Arsenal five points ahead of Manchester City, which plays at Sunderland on New Year's Day, and six points clear of third-place Villa.
Elsewhere, Chelsea drew 2-2 at home to Bournemouth; Newcastle won 3-1 at lowly Burnley; and Manchester United was held 1-1 at home to rock-bottom Wolverhampton.
Struggling West Ham drew 2-2 with visiting Brighton, and Everton won 2-0 at Nottingham Forest.
No Arsenal player is near the top of the scorers’ charts this season, yet sharing the goals around might just be the team’s strength.
Defender Gabriel Magalhães headed home early in the second half following a corner for set-piece specialist Arsenal, and midfielder Martín Zubimendi netted in the 52nd minute.
Winger Leandro Trossard curled in a fine third from the edge of the penalty area in the 69th and was involved in the fourth goal, curled into the same corner from almost the same spot in the 78th minute by Jesus after Arsenal had launched a superb counterattack from deep.
The win was even more impressive considering Arsenal was missing key midfielder Declan Rice with a knee injury and Villa was playing on the back of 11 straight victories in all competitions.
Gabriel nodded in from close range and was deemed not to have impeded Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez with his elbow.
Zubimendi finished confidently after captain Martin Ødegaard expertly won the ball in midfield and advanced before threading a perfect ball behind Villa’s defense.
Ollie Watkins grabbed an injury-time consolation for Villa.
Bournemouth's David Brooks netted early from close range after Chelsea failed to deal with a throw-in from the right.
Cole Palmer equalized in the 15th with a penalty awarded after a video review ruled that Antoine Semenyo’s knee had gone into the back of forward Estevão’s leg.
Midfielder Enzo Fernández gave Chelsea the lead midway through the first half, but Chelsea gifted Bournemouth an equalizer when a defender headed on a throw-in from the left and Justin Kluivert scored at the back post for 2-2.
Chelsea is fifth and level on 30 points with United in sixth.
Manchester United led through Joshua Zirkzee’s deflected strike in the 27th but Ladislav Krejčí equalized close to halftime for Wolves with a powerful downward header.
It was Wolves manager Rob Edwards' first point since taking charge in November.
Patrick Dorgu’s injury-time goal for United was ruled out for offside by VAR.
Yoane Wissa grabbed his first league goal since joining from Brentford as Newcastle moved into 10th spot.
Newcastle was 2-0 up inside seven minutes with Joelinton being set up from the left wing by Anthony Gordon and Wissa bundling in from close range following a goalmouth scramble.
Josh Laurent pulled a goal back for Burnley midway through the first half. Newcastle survived nervy moments before Bruno Guimarães sealed the win with an expert lob in stoppage time.
Next-to-last Burnley is two points behind West Ham in 18th.
Everton netted in the 19th when James Garner drilled in a low finish after being set up down the right by Dwight McNeil.
Garner then turned neatly in midfield before feeding Thierno Barry with a defense-splitting pass to make it 2-0 against Forest in the 79th.
West Ham took an early lead against Brighton when striker Jarrod Bowen latched onto Lucas Paquetá’s exquisite through ball from halfway and struck a low shot into the bottom corner.
Veteran forward Danny Welbeck equalized for Brighton from the penalty spot for his eighth goal of the season, and then hit the crossbar with a Panenka-style chipped penalty later in the first half.
Paquetá converted his spot kick with a staggered run-up in first-half injury time, but Joël Veltman equalized for Brighton in the 61st following a corner.
Defending champion Liverpool hosts Leeds on Thursday.
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Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee celebrates after he scored the opening goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers in Manchester, England, Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson)
Chelsea's Joao Pedro, top, helps Wesley Fofana stand up after the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Bournemouth in London, England, Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)
Arsenal's Gabriel, left, celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Arsenal and Aston Villa in London, Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025. (AP photo/Alastair Grant)
Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus celebrates after scoring his side's fourth goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Arsenal and Aston Villa in London, Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025. (AP photo/Alastair Grant)
Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Arsenal and Aston Villa in London, Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025. (AP photo/Alastair Grant)
