Millennials are the crowd that owners and rights-holders for sports events seem to be chasing. They're young, they're busy, they're savvy to technology and they want to stay healthy. So what are the best ways to reach them? A new study has insights into this demographic.

Already reeling after the removal of the ACC championship, Charlotte, North Carolina, has been dealt another blow. The controversial shooting by police of an African-American man resulted in violence and protests in the city, and led to the cancellation of a number of sports-related events.

The longtime grassroots sport of women's roller derby has quietly been building a new generation of fans. Now, it's gathering even more momentum as its international playoffs go on a six-city tour through the U.S., picking up new followers as it travels. What's next, an Olympic bid?

First, professional bull-riding began working to rebrand itself as extreme sport. Now, get ready for the next riding sport to try to gain a faster, flashier reputation: polo. According to reports, polo wants to showcase itself as "the grandfather of extreme sports," while appealing to a Millennial demographic.

Wow. There are some people who really do read the fine print, specifically two Utah runners who said the New York City Marathon's general entry drawing violated the New York State Constitution and pressed a lawsuit about it. Yes, really. And New York backed down. Yes, really (again.)

With the news that youth soccer-related injuries are up comes a corresponding shift in preparedness at sports events and venues. More facilities are offering onsite athletic trainers at sports events, and more event owners are developing protocols for players who get hurt on the field.