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2013 Super Bowl Visitor Study and Economic Impact

During the week prior to the big game in 2013, there was a substantial economic impact in the New Orleans metro area.

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The 2016 North American Camping Report

This report shows more minorities participating in camping which researchers say could lead to more participation in outdoor sports.

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Implementing Good Governance Principles in Sports Organizations: The Game Changer

The events of the past 12 months have brought negative attention to sports. How can sports rebuild itself through good governance?

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Formal Sports Political Power Index

The NOC and Sports Confederation of Denmark (DIF) made an investigation into formal sports political power between all nations.

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Millennial Running Study

A study of Millennials, those born between 1980 and 2000, to find out which running and road sports events interest them, and why.

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Report: Tokyo's High-Level Principles for Sustainable Olympic and Paralympic Games

Tokyo has released its report on the plan to create a sustainable and eco-friendly 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Economic Study Reveals Ski Industry’s $4.8 Billion Annual Impact to Colorado

Colorado Ski Country USA and Vail Resorts, Inc. announced an economic impact study of the state's skiing and snowboarding industry.

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Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends for 2016

The American College of Sports Medicine has released its annual survey detailing the fitness trends for the coming year.

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Sports and Health in America: Research and Reports

Does activity in childhood translate into continued activity throughout adulthood? New research has some surprising conclusions.

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Tourism Economics: Economic Impact of the Coachella Valley Golf Industry

An economic study commissioned by the Hi-Lo Desert GCSA shows golf brings at least a $1.1 billion economic impact to California's Coachella Valley.