U.S. Indoor Championships Gold Medalist Shania Collins to Compete at the Enhanced Games

Rhea-AI Summary

Enhanced (APAD) announced that USA Indoor 60m gold medalist Shania Collins, 29, will compete in the inaugural Enhanced Games on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas.

Collins is a decorated international sprinter with medals at the Pan American Games (bronze), African Games (silver) and a NACAC 4x100m relay gold; she competed collegiately in the SEC for the University of Tennessee and the University of Texas-Austin. Management highlighted Enhanced's medical supervision, training, nutrition, recovery support and athlete compensation as reasons competitors are joining the event. Collins praised the event's support and said she looks forward to competing in Vegas.

News Market Reaction

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-0.10% News Effect

On the day this news was published, APAD declined 0.10%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Enterprise value: $1.2 billion Gross cash proceeds: $200 million SAFE private placement: $40 million +5 more

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Enterprise value $1.2 billion Enhanced valuation in business combination announcement (Nov 26, 2025)

Gross cash proceeds $200 million Potential proceeds at business combination closing, assuming no redemptions

SAFE private placement $40 million SAFE closed immediately prior to business combination agreement

Trust investments $201,375,529 Investments held in trust as of Sep 30, 2025 (Q3 2025 10-Q)

Net income $1,479,282 Q3 2025 results for A Paradise Acquisition Corp.

Interest income $1,379,950 Interest on trust investments in Q3 2025

G&A expenses $173,657 General and administrative expenses in Q3 2025

Combination deadline July 31, 2027 Date by which a business combination must be completed to avoid going concern risk

Market Reality Check

Price: $10.11 Vol: Volume 212,167 vs 20-day ...

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$10.11 Last Close

Volume Volume 212,167 vs 20-day average 150,450 (relative volume 1.41) ahead of this announcement. normal

Technical Price at 10.05, trading slightly above the 200-day MA of 9.97 and near the 52-week high of 10.21.

Peers on Argus

APAD operates in the Blank Checks sector with no peer data or sector momentum fl...

APAD operates in the Blank Checks sector with no peer data or sector momentum flags provided, suggesting the news impact is stock-specific rather than part of a broader sector move.

Historical Context

2 past events · Latest: Dec 15 (Positive)

Pattern 2 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 15	Athlete participation news	Positive	+0.0%	Olympic medalist Cody Miller confirmed for inaugural Enhanced Games.
Nov 26	SPAC business combination	Positive	+0.4%	Business combination with Enhanced valuing target at $1.2B plus cash proceeds.

Pattern Detected

Limited history shows mixed alignment: one prior athlete-related announcement with no price move and one business combination update with a modest positive reaction.

Recent Company History

Recent news for APAD centers on its planned business combination with Enhanced and building the inaugural Enhanced Games. On Nov 26, 2025, Enhanced was valued at an enterprise value of $1.2 billion with up to $200 million in potential gross proceeds and a prior $40 million SAFE, followed by detailed SEC filings outlining risks. On Dec 15, 2025, APAD highlighted swimmer Cody Miller joining the Games. Today’s Shania Collins announcement continues the strategy of adding notable athletes for the May 24, 2026 event.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement adds another decorated athlete to the inaugural Enhanced Games, reinforcing APAD’s...

Analysis

This announcement adds another decorated athlete to the inaugural Enhanced Games, reinforcing APAD’s and Enhanced’s strategy of building a high-profile event for May 24, 2026. Prior news detailed a business combination valuing Enhanced at $1.2 billion with up to $200 million in potential proceeds and a $40 million SAFE. Regulatory filings also highlight risks around an unproven business model and dependence on a single flagship event, which remain key factors to monitor alongside further roster and commercial updates.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

– Decorated International Sprinter a Massive Addition to Women's Field  –

NEW YORK, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Enhanced, the elite sports competition and performance products company committed to giving athletes and people alike the ability to optimize their health, performance and recovery, today announced a major addition to its women's sprinting field when USA Indoor Championships gold medalist Shania Collins agreed to compete in the inaugural Enhanced Games on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas. Her addition provides a major addition to the competitiveness of the women's sprinting field.

Collins, 29, is a decorated international competitor and has won gold at the USA Indoor Championships in the 60m. She has also medaled in the Pan American Games (bronze) and the African Games where she earned a silver medal. Additionally, she is a North American, Central American, Caribbean Athletic Association (NACAC) gold medalist in the 4x100m relay event. Collins competed collegiately in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) for both the University of Tennessee and the University of Texas-Austin.

"I believe the Enhanced Games are changing the conversation about what's possible for athletes like me," said Collins. "I'm grateful for the incredible medical supervision, training, nutrition, recovery support and athlete compensation I'm receiving and I can't wait to sprint on the strip in Vegas this coming May."

"Shania is an elite athlete with a winning track record and we are absolutely elated she will be headlining our women's field at the Games," said Rick Adams, Chief Sporting Officer for the Enhanced Games. "Universally, we continue to hear from Shania and other international competitors that our focus on helping them unlock their potential safely under proper supervision in tandem with our generous compensation model is a huge reason why they are choosing to compete with Enhanced."

About Enhanced Business Combination Agreement

On November 26, 2025 Enhanced Ltd ("Enhanced" or the "Company") announced it entered into a definitive business combination agreement with A Paradise Acquisition Corp. ("A Paradise") (NASDAQ: APAD), a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), with the intent to bring its global sports business to the U.S. public markets. The transaction is pending regulatory review by the United States Securities Exchange Commission (SEC). (link)

About The Enhanced Games

The Enhanced Games will champion scientific innovation and integrity in elite sporting competition. Enhanced believes in an objective, evidence-based approach to competition, one that celebrates athletic excellence and unlocks athletes' full potential. The Enhanced Games is not only creating a sporting event that is thrilling for spectators but also a beacon for scientific transparency and athlete welfare. By putting athletes first, it gives them the opportunity to reach their full potential and be compensated accordingly, all while ensuring their safety through rigorous medical supervision and scientific oversight. The inaugural Enhanced Games will take place on May 24, 2026 and will be held at a purpose-built competition complex at Resorts World Las Vegas. The Games will offer unprecedented financial incentives to athletes.

About Enhanced Ltd

Enhanced, is an elite sports competition and performance products company committed to giving athletes and people alike access to products that optimize their health, performance and recovery. The Enhanced Performance Product line provides consumers access to products, and protocols that optimize health, longevity and vitality. As a premium brand, Enhanced aims to revolutionize and lead the Performance Medicine category.

For more information about mission of Enhanced please visit www.enhanced.com

Contact

Chris Jones
Chief Communications Officer, Enhanced Games
media@enhanced.com

Manny Cedeno
Berk Communications
EnhancedGames@Berkcommunications.com 

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SOURCE Enhanced Games

FAQ

Who is Shania Collins and why is her participation in the Enhanced Games significant for APAD?

Shania Collins is a 29-year-old USA Indoor 60m gold medalist with international medals; her entry strengthens APAD's women's sprint field for the May 24, 2026 Las Vegas event.

When and where will Shania Collins compete at the Enhanced Games (APAD)?

Shania Collins is scheduled to compete at the inaugural Enhanced Games on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas.

What athletic achievements does Shania Collins bring to the APAD event?

Collins has won USA Indoor 60m gold, Pan American Games bronze, African Games silver, and NACAC 4x100m relay gold.

How did Collins describe the support she will receive from Enhanced (APAD)?

Collins praised Enhanced's medical supervision, training, nutrition, recovery support and athlete compensation as reasons for competing.

What reasons did Enhanced give for recruiting international athletes like Shania Collins for APAD events?

Enhanced cited its focus on safe athlete optimization under medical supervision and a generous compensation model as attraction factors.

Will Shania Collins' participation affect the competitiveness of APAD's women's sprint field?

Yes; the announcement describes Collins as a major addition that increases the competitiveness of the women's sprinting field for the May 24, 2026 event.