eSports Earns a Place on the Medal Stand – Just Not in the U.S.
eSports won't be headed for the Olympic podium any time soon (at least not if Thomas Bach has his way), but they will feature prominently in another i...
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From TopGolf to Home Run Dugout, 'Eatertainment' Takes a Cue from Sports Tourism
TopGolf. SPIN. Chicken N Pickle. They’re all examples of the ‘eatertainment’ trend that mixes sports, active play and the spectator experience. Now, a...
Investing in Terrain for Cycling, Running and Climbing Means No Off Season for Ski Resorts
The announcement that Alterra Mountain Company would invest $181 million across multiple North American destinations might not have been a surprise or...
Allegiant Airlines Donates Seats to Help Club Team Compete
Here’s a nice gesture. Allegiant Airlines, upon hearing that Montana State University’s hockey team might not be able to make it to their first-ever p...
The Growing Presence of E-Bikes: What Event Owners Should Know
The news that Wyoming’s bicycle paths and trails will soon be open to those using electric-powered, or e-bikes, might be a wake-up call to some event ...
Cemeteries Seeing New Life as Racing Destinations
Across the U.S., cemeteries are seeing increased use as grounds for sports events. And once you get past the knee-jerk factor, it makes sense. They’re...
Massachusetts Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Ban Youth Tackle Football
We’ve reached a point where it’s no longer a shock when public officials propose banning youth football. The latest state to do so is Massachusetts, w...
Net Gains and Losses: The Math of March Madness
With Selection Sunday in the rear-view, March Madness is finally getting underway. And along with the brackets and the bar bets comes the opportunity ...
Could Ripple Effect from College Bribery Scandal Hit Sports Events?
Unless you’ve been living in a fallout shelter, it’s been impossible to miss the news of the college admission scandal. The question, however, is whet...
New Water Polo Championship Shows Sport is Winning the Growth Game
Water polo keeps winning the growth game. Following its successful introduction of a kid-friendly version of the sport, it has shown epic gains at the...