On Thin Ice: Warmer Winter Prompts Cities to Close Outdoor Ice Rinks
At least one major U.S. city is grappling with the consequences of climate change on sports facilities. In late October, the Minneapolis Park and Recr...
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Pickleball Report: So Many Players, Not Enough Courts to Host Them All
Not enough courts to host all the players who want to participate. While it’s admittedly a better problem to have than its opposite (too many venues s...
Some Ski Resorts Open Early, Others Scrambling Adjust to Lack of Snow
A mid-November snowstorm bolstered snowmaking operations at some western ski resorts allowing them to open earlier than expected this season. That lik...
BassmastHER
In 2024, B.A.S.S., debuted the BassmastHER program, a new initiative with the goal of creating a space for female anglers at all levels to learn and e...
Backyard Sports Venues: Business Builders or Neighborhood Nightmares?
It could a homeowner’s dream: Their own backyard sports venue where they can practice their pastime in peace – or help their kids sharpen their skills...
Case Study in Sports Tourism Evolution: Round Rock Expands to Meet Demands
Sports tourism is nothing if not constantly evolving and one case study of this phenomenon is Round Rock, Texas, where key venues are undergoing upgra...
The Latest Trend, Time Travel, Ties Into Sports Tourism
Despite being wedded to technology (and unwilling to give up connectivity), travelers are following the nostalgia trail. It’s showing up in a big way ...
Showing Hurricanes the Door, Cities Mounting ‘Welcome Back’ Campaigns
Helene and Milton were unwelcome guests in the Southeast and when their stay was over, destinations were glad to see them go. In their wake, rebuildin...
Aspen Institute’s Report Provides Crystal Ball View of Youth Sports
The Aspen Institute’s National State of Play 2024 report encouragingly found that kids are returning to the levels of participation that preceded the ...
Influencer’s Posse at Marathon Raises Questions About Entitlement, Enforcement
The headlines were blunt: Influencer Disqualified From New York City Marathon After He Ran With Unauthorized E-Bikes Filming Him. Running Influencer E...