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Super League Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results and Provides Update on Strategic Discussions to Accelerate Path to Profitability and Diversify Revenues

1. Super League appointed Matt Edelman as new CEO, signaling leadership change. 2. Company aims to achieve EBITDA positivity by Q4 2025 through realignment. 3. Despite challenges in 2024, revenue diversification shows promising signs in Q1. 4. Ann Hand transitions to Executive Chair, supporting new strategic initiatives. 5. Bant Breen joins the board, bringing valuable advertising industry experience.

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March 28, 2025 07:30 ET  | Source: Super League Enterprise ~ Ann Hand to Support Strategic Alternative Initiatives as Executive Chair; President Matt Edelman Promoted to the Role of Chief Executive Officer ~ ~ Renowned Marketing and Advertising Executive Bant Breen Appointed to Board of Directors ~ SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Super League (Nasdaq: SLE), a leader in redefining the gaming industry as a media channel, today released fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results. Super League Executive Chair, Ann Hand Commented: “The last two years have presented Super League with a unique set of challenges that have tested our resolve. But make no mistake, our conviction and enthusiasm to seize the opportunity in front of us is unwavering. We have worked tirelessly to build our platform over the years and are confident we have the talent, grit and an actionable plan already underway to successfully achieve our long-term objectives. While we have achieved plenty of success across hundreds of campaigns with blue-chip brands, creating innovative technology and growing our audience base, our financial results in the back half of 2024 did not live up to the results we expected. The micro-cap market has not rebounded in ways that we would like, combined with some macro-economic headwinds and structural shifts in the Roblox ad ecosystem, we have had to quickly adapt and be faster and more assertive in building a successful and sustainable business. Yet, we believe in our long-term prospects, and there are positive signs in Q1 – notably that revenue diversification is kicking in, margins are recovering and our pipeline is growing. Our mandate is getting to breakeven for you, our shareholders. In order to do that, we must realign the business. We are aggressively attacking our cost structure to support this priority with an aim to be EBITDA positive in Q4 2025. Concurrently, we are also focusing on larger revenue, higher margin programs to be more selective in where we focus our limited resources. In addition, as part of our realignment, I am moving to Executive Chair role through the end of 2025 and passing the torch to Matt Edelman to be our new CEO. I will continue to support and mentor Matt through the transition process and exploration of strategic alternatives. Matt has been our fearless President for the last two years and has the intellect, deep product and industry knowledge, work ethic, energy and enthusiasm to hit the ground running. In an effort to bolster our Board, we are thrilled to appoint Bant Breen as a Director. Bant is a noted marketing and media executive, entrepreneur and academic. Specifically, Bant has spent a vast amount of his career in holding company and operating leadership roles with some of the largest global advertising agencies. When considering our market adoption opportunity, Bant’s history in the industry can potentially be a game changer for our pipeline and ultimately our revenue trajectory. As for the opportunity we announced with Infinite Reality in October 2024, while discussions continue, the deal has not been completed and the exclusivity period has expired. This has allowed us to advance towards exciting alternatives that are very on-strategy for Super League. These pursuits have significant business overlap with us for more material topline and cost synergies – and they are companies that are close to breakeven or already profitable and could accelerate our path to EBITDA positive with a more dominant position in the playable digital advertising space. In conclusion, despite the challenges we have faced, we are here and confident in the opportunity that lies ahead. We have responded with a mandate and actionable plan that is already under way. The Board and I are confident that Matt is the right choice to execute this mandate and ultimately deliver value to our shareholders.” Matt Edelman, Super League President and CEO commented, “My conviction and confidence in Super League’s path ahead have never been stronger. We have the grit, fortitude, and vision to deliver upon our most important commitments - more value to our shareholders, meaningful business outcomes for our partners, and attention-grabbing playable content to massive audiences across gaming platforms. I’m grateful to the Board for their support and excited for the opportunity.” The Company will host a webinar at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time today, March 28, 2025, to discuss financial results, provide a corporate update and end with a question-and-answer session. To participate, please use the following information. Super League Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Webinar Date:Friday, March 28, 2025Time:8:30 am Eastern TimeDial-in:1-877-407-0779International Dial-in:1-201-389-0914Webinar:Register Here A replay will be available within 24 hours after the webinar and can be accessed here or on the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.superleague.com/. For any questions related to the Company’s fourth quarter or full year 2024 financial results, please contact SLE@mzgroup.us. About Super League Super League (Nasdaq:SLE) is redefining how brands connect with consumers through the power of playable media. Through solutions within mobile games and the world’s largest immersive gaming platforms, Super League provides global brands with ads, content, and experiences that are not only seen - they’re played, felt, and remembered. Boasting an award-winning development studio, a vast network of native creators, and proprietary engagement technology, Super League is a one-of-a-kind partner for brands looking to stand out in culture, spark loyalty, and drive meaningful impact. In a world where attention is earned, Super League makes brands relevant - by making them playable. For more information, visit superleague.com. Investor Relations Contact:Shannon Devine/ Mark SchwalenbergMZ North AmericaMain: 203-741-8811SLE@mzgroup.us SUPER LEAGUE ENTERPRISE, INC.CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETSDECEMBER 31, 2024 AND 2023(In U.S. dollars, rounded to the nearest thousands, except share and per share data)   December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023Assets    Cash and cash equivalents $1,310,000  $7,609,000 Accounts receivable  3,766,000   8,287,000 Prepaid expenses and other current assets  677,000   862,000 Total current assets   5,753,000     16,758,000       Property and Equipment, net  24,000   70,000 Intangible and Other Assets, net  4,070,000   6,636,000 Goodwill  1,864,000   1,864,000 Total assets $ 11,711,000   $ 25,328,000       Liabilities    Accounts payable and accrued expenses $5,282,000  $10,420,000 Accrued contingent consideration  138,000   1,812,000 Promissory note - contingent consideration  1,735,000   - Contract liabilities  50,000   339,000 Notes payable and other, and accrued interest  3,240,000   800,000 Total current liabilities   10,445,000     13,371,000  Accrued contingent consideration – long term  -   396,000 Warrant liability  935,000   1,571,000 Total liabilities    11,380,000     15,338,000       Stockholders’ Equity    Preferred Stock   -     -  Common Stock  94,000   81,000 Additional paid-in capital  270,111,000   258,923,000 Accumulated deficit  (269,874,000)  (249,014,000)Total stockholders’ equity   331,000     9,990,000  Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 11,711,000   $ 25,328,000   SUPER LEAGUE ENTERPRISE, INC.CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONSFOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024 AND 2023(In U.S. dollars, rounded to the nearest thousands, except share and per share data)   Three Months Ended Fiscal Year Ended  December 31, December 31,   2024   2023   2024   2023          REVENUE $3,426,000  $9,510,000  $16,182,000  $25,079,000 COST OF REVENUE  (2,427,000)  (5,785,000)  (10,080,000)  (15,297,000)         GROSS PROFIT  999,000   3,725,000   6,102,000   9,782,000          OPERATING EXPENSES        Selling, marketing and advertising  2,510,000   3,696,000   9,822,000   12,450,000 Engineering, Technology and Development  1,048,000   2,219,000   4,447,000   9,500,000 General and administrative  2,173,000   3,165,000   8,731,000   10,258,000 Contingent consideration  (129,000)  529,000   (144,000)  1,075,000 Impairment of goodwill and loss on disposal of intangibles  -   7,052,000   -   9,336,000 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES  5,602,000   16,661,000   22,856,000   42,619,000          NET OPERATING LOSS  (4,603,000)  (12,936,000)  (16,754,000)  (32,837,000)         OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)        Gain on sale of Minehut assets  39,000   -   183,000   - Change in fair value of warrant liability  12,000   346,000   1,115,000   2,898,000 Loss on extinguishment of liability  -   -   (336,000)  - Loss on exchange of preferred instruments  -   (681,000)  -   (681,000)Interest expense, including change in fair value of promissory notes carried at fair value (478,000)  (3,000)  (559,000)  (50,000)Other  (97,000)  -   (123,000)  27,000 TOTAL OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE), NET  (524,000)  (338,000)  280,000   2,194,000          LOSS BEFORE BENEFIT FROM INCOME TAXES  (5,127,000)  (13,274,000)  (16,474,000)  (30,643,000)         BENEFIT FOR INCOME TAXES  -   -   -   313,000          NET LOSS $(5,127,000) $(13,274,000) $(16,474,000) $(30,330,000)         Net loss attributable to common stockholders - basic and diluted        Basic and diluted net loss per common share $(0.45) $(3.47) $(2.33) $(13.67)Weighted-average number of shares outstanding, basic and diluted $13,794,441  $4,264,905  $8,940,304  $2,799,044  Reconciliation of net loss to net loss attributable to common stockholders (Numerator in loss per share calculation):           Net loss $(5,127,000) $(13,274,000 ) $(16,474,000) $(30,330,000)Deemed dividend on Series AA Preferred Stock – down round feature  -   (1,131,000)  -   (7,567,000)Preferred Dividends paid in shares of common stock  (1,096,000)  (374,000)  (4,386,000)  (374,000)Net loss attributable to common stockholders $(6,223,000) $(14,779,000) $(20,860,000) $(38,271,000) SUPER LEAGUE ENTERPRISE, INC.RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION (UNAUDITED)DECEMBER 31, 2024 AND 2023(In U.S. dollars, rounded to the nearest thousands, except share and per share data)   Three Months Ended Fiscal Year Ended  December 31, December 31,   2024   2023   2024   2023          GAAP net loss $(5,127,000) $(13,274,000) $(16,474,000) $(30,330,000)Add back:        Non-cash stock compensation  303,000   560,000   1,289,000   2,735,000 Non-cash amortization of intangibles  647,000   1,406,000   2,543,000   5,238,000 Impairment of goodwill and loss on disposal of intangibles  -   7,052,000   -   9,336,000 Gain on sale of Minehut assets  (39,000)   -   (183,000)  - Change in fair value of warrant liability  (12,000)  (346,000)  (1,115,000)                       (2,898,000) Other               204,000   1,423,000   1,175,000            896,000 Noncash benefit for income taxes  -   -   -   (313,000)Proforma net loss $(4,024,000) $(3,179,000) $(12,765,000) $(15,336,000)         Pro forma non-GAAP net earnings (loss) per common share — diluted $(0.29) $(0.75) $(1.43) $(5.48)Non-GAAP weighted-average shares — diluted  13,794,441   4,264,905   8,940,304   2,799,044  SUPER LEAGUE ENTERPRISE, INC.CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWSFOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024 AND 2023(In U.S. dollars, rounded to the nearest thousands)  Fiscal Year Ended December 31,  2024   2023     Operating Activities   Net loss$(16,474,000) $(30,330,000)Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operations:   Depreciation and amortization 2,612,000   5,376,000 Stock-based compensation 1,289,000   2,735,000 Change in fair value of warrant liability (1,115,000)  (2,898,000)Change in fair value of contingent consideration (252,000)  (545,000)Change in fair value of debt at fair value 163,000   - Gain on sale of intangible assets (183,000)  - Loss on extinguishment of liability – contingent consideration 336,000   - Loss on exchange of placement agent warrants -   681,000 Impairment of intangible assets and goodwill -            7,052,000 Fair value of noncash legal settlement and other noncash charges 959,000   - Loss on intangible asset disposal -   2,284,000 Amortization of convertible notes discount and other -   40,000 Changes in assets and liabilities   Accounts Receivable 4,521,000   (2,113,000)Prepaid Expenses and Other Assets 702,000   146,000 Accounts payable and accrued expenses (3,960,000)  3,412,000 Accrued contingent consideration (20,000)  (1,064,000)Contract liabilities (289,000)  228,000 Deferred taxes -   (313,000)Accrued interest on notes payable 130,000   (180,000)Net Cash Used in Operating Activities  (11,581,000)   (15,489,000)    Investing Activities   Cash paid in connection with Melon Acquisition, net -   (150,000)Proceeds from sale of Minehut Assets 311,000   - Purchase of property and equipment (23,000)  (8,000)Capitalization of software development costs (452,000)  (650,000)Acquisition of other intangibles -   (17,000)Net Cash Used in Investing Activities  (164,000)   (825,000)    Financing Activities   Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock, net 2,393,000   19,295,000 Proceeds from issuance of common stock, net of issuance costs 1,000,000   1,885,000 Proceeds from the issuance of promissory notes, net of issuance costs 3,257,000   - Payments on promissory notes (396,000)  - Payments on convertible notes -   (539,000)Accounts receivable facility advances 1,174,000   800,000 Payments on accounts receivable facility (1,950,000)  - Other (32,000)  - Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities  5,446,000     21,441,000      Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents (6,299,000)  5,127,000 Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of the Period 7,609,000   2,482,000 Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of the Period$ 1,310,000   $ 7,609,000  

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