Scott Ross (PLAY) awarded 867 RSUs as Hill Path updates holdings
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Hill Path D Fund LP reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. received a Form 4 showing an equity award tied to Hill Path–related entities. The filing reports that 867 restricted stock units of common stock were granted to Scott Ross at $0.00 per share and held indirectly, with his indirect holdings after this transaction listed as 17,941 shares of common stock held "By Scott Ross."
The footnotes explain that the RSUs were granted under the Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan and will vest on May 6, 2027. The Form 4 also updates indirect common stock positions held through various Hill Path funds and related entities, but shows no open‑market purchases or sales in this filing.
Positive
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Negative
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Insider Trade Summary
7 transactions reported
Mixed
7 txns
Insider
Hill Path D Fund LP, HP D GP LLC, Hill Path G Fund LP, HP G GP LLC, Hill Path J Fund LP, HP J GP LLC
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
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| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 867 | $0.00 | -- |
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Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 17,941 shares (Indirect, By Scott Ross)
Footnotes (1)
- This Form 4 is filed jointly by Hill Path Capital Partners LP ("Hill Path Capital"), Hill Path Capital Partners II LP ("Hill Path Capital II"), Hill Path Co-Investment Partners LP ("Hill Path Co-Investment"), Hill Path D Fund LP ("Hill Path D Fund"), Hill Path G Fund LP ("Hill Path G Fund"), Hill Path J Fund LP ("Hill Path J Fund"), Hill Path Capital Partners GP LLC ("Hill Path GP"), Hill Path Capital Partners II GP LLC ("Hill Path GP II"), HP D GP LLC ("HP D GP"), HP G GP LLC ("HP G GP"), HP J GP LLC ("HP J GP"), Hill Path Investment Holdings LLC ("Hill Path Investment Holdings"), Hill Path Investment Holdings II LLC ("Hill Path Investment Holdings II"), Hill Path Capital LP ("Hill Path"), Hill Path Holdings LLC ("Hill Path Holdings") and Scott Ross ("Mr. Ross," and collectively with the aforementioned entities, the "Reporting Persons"). To enable the Reporting Persons to gain access to the Securities and Exchange Commission's electronic filing system (which only accepts a maximum of 10 joint filers per report), this report is the second of two identical reports relating to the same transactions being filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Each of the Reporting Persons may be deemed to be a member of a Section 13(d) group that collectively beneficially own more than 10% of the Issuer's outstanding shares of Common Stock (the "Common Stock"). Each Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities reported herein except to the extent of his or its pecuniary interest therein, and this report shall not be deemed to be an admission that any Reporting Person is the beneficial owner of such securities for purposes of Section 16 or for any other purpose. Represents restricted stock units granted to Mr. Ross under the Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan. The restricted stock units will vest on May 6, 2027. Shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path D Fund. HP D GP, as the general partner of Hill Path D Fund, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path D Fund. Hill Path Investment Holdings II, as the managing member of HP D GP, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path D Fund. Hill Path, as the investment manager of Hill Path D Fund, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path D Fund. Hill Path Holdings, as the general partner of Hill Path, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path D Fund. Mr. Ross, as the managing partner of each of Hill Path Investment Holdings II, Hill Path and Hill Path Holdings, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path D Fund. Shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path G Fund. HP G GP, as the general partner of Hill Path G Fund, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path G Fund. Hill Path Investment Holdings II, as the managing member of HP G GP, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path G Fund. Hill Path, as the investment manager of Hill Path G Fund, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path G Fund. Hill Path Holdings, as the general partner of Hill Path, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path G Fund. Mr. Ross, as the managing partner of each of Hill Path Investment Holdings II, Hill Path and Hill Path Holdings, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path G Fund. Shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path J Fund. HP J GP, as the general partner of Hill Path J Fund, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path J Fund. Hill Path Investment Holdings II, as the managing member of HP J GP, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path J Fund. Hill Path, as the investment manager of Hill Path J Fund, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path J Fund. Hill Path Holdings, as the general partner of Hill Path, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path J Fund. Mr. Ross, as the managing partner of each of Hill Path Investment Holdings II, Hill Path and Hill Path Holdings, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path J Fund. Shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital. Hill Path GP, as the general partner of Hill Path Capital, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital. Hill Path Investment Holdings, as the managing member of Hill Path GP, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital. Hill Path, as the investment manager of Hill Path Capital, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital. Hill Path Holdings, as the general partner of Hill Path, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital. Mr. Ross, as the managing partner of each of Hill Path Investment Holdings, Hill Path and Hill Path Holdings, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital. Shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital II. Hill Path GP II, as the general partner of Hill Path Capital II, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital II. Hill Path Investment Holdings II, as the managing member of Hill Path GP II, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital II. Hill Path, as the investment manager of Hill Path Capital II, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital II. Hill Path Holdings, as the general partner of Hill Path, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital II. Mr. Ross, as the managing partner of each of Hill Path Investment Holdings II, Hill Path and Hill Path Holdings, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Capital II. Shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Co-Investment. Hill Path GP, as the general partner of Hill Path Co-Investment, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Co-Investment. Hill Path Investment Holdings, as the managing member of Hill Path GP, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Co-Investment. Hill Path, as the investment manager of Hill Path Co-Investment, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Co-Investment. Hill Path Holdings, as the general partner of Hill Path, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Co-Investment. Mr. Ross, as the managing partner of each of Hill Path Investment Holdings, Hill Path and Hill Path Holdings, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares of Common Stock owned directly by Hill Path Co-Investment.
Key Figures
RSU grant: 867 units
Grant price: $0.00 per share
Post‑transaction indirect shares: 17,941 shares
+5 more
8 metrics
RSU grant
867 units
Restricted stock units granted to Scott Ross
Grant price
$0.00 per share
Price per share for RSU grant
Post‑transaction indirect shares
17,941 shares
Common stock held indirectly by Scott Ross after transaction
Hill Path Co-Investment holding
53,231 shares
Common stock held indirectly by Hill Path Co-Investment Partners LP
Hill Path Capital Partners II holding
2,869,527 shares
Common stock held indirectly by Hill Path Capital Partners II LP
Hill Path Capital Partners holding
2,095,246 shares
Common stock held indirectly by Hill Path Capital Partners LP
Hill Path J Fund holding
650,501 shares
Common stock held indirectly by Hill Path J Fund LP
Hill Path G Fund holding
1,293,990 shares
Common stock held indirectly by Hill Path G Fund LP
Key Terms
restricted stock units, 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan, Section 13(d) group, beneficial ownership, +1 more
5 terms
restricted stock units financial
"Represents restricted stock units granted to Mr. Ross under the Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan financial
"Represents restricted stock units granted to Mr. Ross under the Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan."
An omnibus incentive plan is a company-wide program that authorizes awards of pay tied to performance and retention—such as stock options, restricted shares, cash bonuses and other rewards—here labeled for the year it was adopted (2025). Investors care because it affects how much ownership can be issued, dilutes existing shareholders, and aligns executives’ and employees’ incentives with company goals, similar to giving team members a stake in the outcome.
Section 13(d) group regulatory
"Each of the Reporting Persons may be deemed to be a member of a Section 13(d) group that collectively beneficially own more than 10% of the Issuer's outstanding shares."
beneficial ownership financial
"Each Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities reported herein except to the extent of his or its pecuniary interest therein."
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
pecuniary interest financial
"Each Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities reported herein except to the extent of his or its pecuniary interest therein."
FAQ
What insider transaction did Hill Path entities report for PLAY?
The filing reports an equity award, not a trade. Scott Ross received 867 restricted stock units of Dave & Buster's common stock, granted at $0.00 per share, with vesting and indirect ownership described through various Hill Path entities.
How many RSUs tied to PLAY did Scott Ross receive in this Form 4?
Scott Ross was granted 867 restricted stock units. These units relate to Dave & Buster's common stock and were awarded at $0.00 per share as compensation, rather than as an open‑market purchase.
When do Scott Ross’s Dave & Buster's RSUs vest?
The restricted stock units vest on May 6, 2027. According to the footnote, the 867 RSUs granted to Scott Ross under the 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan will become fully vested on that specific future vesting date.
Does the Hill Path Form 4 for PLAY show any open‑market buys or sells?
No open‑market purchases or sales are indicated. The Form 4 primarily updates indirect ownership positions and records a grant of 867 restricted stock units, rather than reporting buy or sell transactions in the market.