While the business of tourism is picking its way carefully through the newest version of the travel ban, something more immediate and close to home is threatening sports travel in a number of states. This has ramifications that can, and will, affect college sports if the problems aren't ironed out soon.

When people think of Ann Arbor, Michigan, the first thing that probably comes to mind is Michigan Stadium, "The Big House" on the University of Michigan campus. The 107,601-seat stadium, the largest in the U.S., is home to the Wolverines football team and also has hosted such marquee events as the 2014 NHL Winter Classic and International Champions Cup soccer games in 2014 and 2016. But Michigan Stadium is only one of several world-class sports venues in this thriving Big Ten city with a small-town feel. Its thriving and engaging downtown boasts some of the best dining experiences in the Midwest, as well as theatrical performances, outdoor markets, expansive parks, a variety of live music and night life, and extensive boutique shopping.

Watertown, South Dakota, stands tall next to any small or medium sports destination. With more multi-purpose space, ball fields and holes of golf than almost any market its size, the city has facilities and flexibility to spare. The biggest asset, though, is the destination's ability to offer 'top-shelf' hospitality.

The centuries-old discipline of sumo wrestling originated in Japan but is practiced throughout the world. In this country, USA Sumo is the organizing body for competitive events, a wealth of resources and the producer of the US Sumo Open. Learn more about this surprisingly agile, powerful and fast sport.

"If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there'd be a shortage of fishing poles."

~ Doug Larson, professional angler