January/February 2012 | Sports Destination Management

January/February 2012

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Sports Destination Management Magazine

January/February

As the business of sports continues to evolve, sports themselves do as well. In this issue, we take a look at what is needed to provide great facilities for athletes with developmental challenges. Hint: It goes a lot deeper than just following ADA rules, and it applies to your event, no matter whether you're working with traditional competitive athletics or performance sports (like gymnastics or cheerleading).

 

That's important, vital information, but it's not all we have in this issue. We also take an in-depth look at permitting and working with authorities, effective relations with the media, and ways to attract spectators to your event.

 

We'll examine tennis facilities and some outstanding basketball arenas, as well as great destinations in the Northwest. And don't miss the chance to familiarize yourself with some extreme sports, including BMX and skateboarding.
There's a lot in store with this issue, and I hope you learn as much as I did.
 

In this issue

Summerville, West Virginia

BY: Sports Destination Management Team

Amid the rugged beauty of the Mountain Lake Region of West Virginia, Summersville is the perfect location for sporting events and conventions in any season. Summersville Lake, the state's largest clear water lake, has 2,700 acres of water, 60 miles of shoreline and boasts relatively warm temperatures and superior water quality. It is perfect for fishing tournaments, regattas and scuba diving, with average summertime visibility of 20 to 45 feet. more....