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At the outset of the year, Nancy Hobbs, the founder and executive director of the American Trail Running Association, noted the discipline was on an upward trajectory with not only increased participation but a more diverse lineup of athletes as well as events. But now, budget cuts at key public lands agencies are creating concern among event owners.

Resent or Reset? Trail Race Owners Talk About Public Lands Budget Cuts

At the outset of the year, Nancy Hobbs, the founder and executive director of the American Trail Running Association, noted the discipline was on an u...

No Lifeguard Shortage? Reimagining May Be Key to Staffing at Events

No Lifeguard Shortage? Reimagining May Be Key to Staffing Events

One industry expert would like to go on record: There is actually no lifeguard shortage. There is, however, a problem with lifeguard recruitment that ...

FIFA Women’s World Cup to Make a Return Trip to the USA in 2031

FIFA Women’s World Cup to Make a Return Trip to the USA in 2031

The Women’s World Cup is on its way back to the United States. FIFA has confirmed that the USA will host the event in 2031, with the United Kingdom ho...

NAIA Baseball World Series

Get Your BID On: NAIA Baseball World Series

Baseball season has opened and it's already grabbing headlines with postseason predictions. Harness that interest with this opportunity to host the 20...

Freeriding

Working to Appeal to Youth, IOC Weighing Two Edgy Sport Options

The IOC continues its search for sports that will attract (or bring back) young viewers to the Olympics. Two new sports, one for the Summer Games and ...

Will Pole Gymnastics Become an Olympic Sport?

Pole Position: Will Aerial Gymnastics Ever Become an Olympic Sport?

Few sports are probably less understood than pole gymnastics. It emphasizes strength, flexibility and creativity, much like traditional gymnastics, fi...

2025 Atlantic Hurricane Forecast Has Big News for Events, Destinations

2025 Atlantic Hurricane Forecast Has Big News for Events, Destinations

Last year, AccuWeather delivered a particularly accurate forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season, with its meteorologists’ prediction of an above a...

Sports Leagues Back New Bill Allowing Local Officials to Disable Drones Over Stadiums

Sports Leagues Back New Bill Allowing Local Officials to Disable Drones

While we’ve seen plenty of news about unauthorized drones appearing in the skies over pro games, authorities have found they are stymied, with little ...

Updating or building new athletic facilities is more than just creating a modern environment with the latest equipment; it's about creating immersive experiences. This evolution is reshaping youth sports and creating new opportunities to engage athletes, fans, students and the entire community. Scoreboard technology is leading the way in this regard.

New In-Facility Technology Creating Immersive Experiences

Updating or building new athletic facilities is more than just creating a modern environment with the latest equipment; it's about creating immersive ...

As the legislative session in DC continues, swim industry members are pinning their hopes on a bipartisan bill that could enhance water safety by allowing the use of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Savings Accounts (FSAs) for swim lessons. It’s important news for swimming event owners, as it could result in even more swimmers.

Advocates Throwing Support Behind New Water Safety Legislation

As the legislative session in Washington continues, swim industry members are pinning their hopes on a bipartisan bill that could enhance water safety...