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Road Warriors

The best good news in the event space is that per-race participation is back to its pre-pandemic baseline. The takeaway is that people are running now...

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Social Slam Dunk

Social media is nothing new, but how the sports tourism industry uses these tools to elevate events can impact how destinations are perceived by both ...

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Au Naturel: These Venues Were Crafted by Mother Nature Herself

In the arms race to build newer, better and more sophisticated facilities, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that some of the best sports venues are...

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Want to Increase Economic Impact? Put on a Show

Event rights holders of sporting events both large and small are including trade shows, expos and talent showcases to what they offer guests. It’s a t...

“Airbnb for Canines” Attracting Attention from Traveling Families

“Airbnb for Canines” Attracting Attention of Traveling Families

Facts: More than 90 million homes in the U.S. have pets, and nearly 80 percent of owners plan to travel with their pets. But while finding pet-friendl...

Grant Program Set to Rid Waterways of Derelict Boats Affecting Anglers

Grant Program to Rid Waterways of Derelict Boats Benefits Fishing Destinations

When a bridge that spanned a major Maryland waterway collapsed after a container ship struck it, resources were immediately put toward removing the pi...

Can we expect to see the field sponsorship logo rule extended to sports like field hockey, soccer, lacrosse, etc.?

Corporate Logos Now Allowed on NCAA Football Fields: What’s Next?

Colleges (and venues where colleges play) that are looking for new sponsorship income will be glad to hear that the NCAA has approved the presence of ...

Soccer Added to Special Olympics: What Does It Mean to Event Owners?

Soccer Added to Special Olympics: What Does It Mean to Event Owners?

Just as summer kicked in, the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games announced that it will feature soccer as a podium sport. Soccer has emerged as a standou...

Cyclists Bare All for World Naked Bike Rides

Cyclists Bare All for World Naked Bike Rides

In cities all over the world throughout June, cyclists are taking off their clothes and hitting the road as part of the 20th anniversary of World Nake...

Playing Up: The Debate Over Putting Youth Athletes Above their Age Group

Playing Up: The Debate Over Putting Youth Athletes Above their Age Group

An increasingly prevalent question in the youth sports space deals involves “playing up,” the practice of putting a child in a team with an age group ...