FCC: Hilton Implicated in Obstructing Wi-Fi Blocking Investigation
So far, 2015 has seen the Federal Communications Commission cracking down twice on attempts to block wi-fi usage at convention centers. First Marriott...
Articles
Post-Katrina, a Battle between Golf Proponents and Park Enthusiasts
In New Orleans, a city that still bears the marks of Hurricane Katrina, a new golf course is set to go in. Proponents say it will bring much-needed ec...
Not in My Backyard: Planners See New Rules on Sports in Denver’s Parks
The fun runs, benefit bicycle rides and charity walks streaming through Denver’s parks weren’t considered fun, charitable or beneficial to those livin...
College Football in Your Uber Ride? AT&T is Making It Happen
The taxi industry – already feeling the pinch from Uber – just took a big hit. This one, however, is a flying tackle and it’s fueled by the sports ind...
Settlement Means No More Heading in Youth Soccer
The ‘No Headers/No Brainer’ campaign championed by Brandi Chastain took another step forward. The U.S. Soccer Federation announced a player safety cam...
2015 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism
In this issue, we introduce our awards program, Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism, with examples of quantifiable success stories resultin...
U.S. Soccer: An Interview with Neil Buethe, Director of Communications
Interest in soccer has never been higher and this interview provides insights into its growth. Under the guidance of U.S. Soccer (the NGB for the spor...
Stormy Weather: Sports Events Cope with 2015 Hurricane Season
Hurricanes Joaquin and Patricia were perhaps the worst party crashers any sports event planner has had to deal with this fall. They showed up without ...
St. Paul to be Home to New Soccer Team, Stadium
St. Paul, Minnesota, has been named one of the latest recipients of an MLS team; however, at the same time, it has now been named the new home of a fo...
Event Directors: Want to ‘Run’ the Country? Here are the Best Cities
Event directors: Looking for the best hosts for running events? A recent ranking of 'best running cities' might provide a clue, being based on quality...