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A Rising Tide

It’s the wave of the future. From swimming, triathlon, wakeboarding, surfing, rowing, water skiing and more, the surging popularity of water sports is...

The search for a new venue ends here

The Search for a New Venue Ends Here

Whether athletes are sliding into a base, spiking the ball across a net, diving into the water or taking the field, the goal for the event owner is al...

Go Southwest for Great Venues

Going West for Big Wins

.Hosting a tournament in the Southwest or Pacific Northwest is a winning decision for any sports event planner. Both regions boast mild weather throug...

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Pickleball at a Crossroads: Robust Growth, Younger Players and New Initiatives

.Pickleball continues to proliferate throughout the U.S., with new courts going in, and new programs starting up and more opportunities to compete at ...

Decoding Educational Options in the Sports Business Marketplace

Decoding Professional Education Options: Certification, Credentialing and Beyond

Given the dynamic nature of sports and entertainment, it is essential for even trained and experienced professionals to continuously sharpen their ski...

Get Your BID On: NAIA Indoor Track & Field National Championships

Get Your BID On: NAIA Indoor Track & Field National Championships

The NAIA is looking for a host for its 2027 and 2028 Indoor Track & Field National Championships, and they’re inviting interested destinations to get ...

Could Resuscitation of Presidential Fitness Test Build Youth Sports?

Could Resuscitation of Presidential Fitness Test Build Youth Sports?

Within the recent administrative fluctuations regarding health-related programs, the Trump administration recently re-established the Presidential Fit...

Report Card on Youth, School Sports Officials

Report Card on Youth, School Sports Officials

For the first time in a while, we can report that the shortage of youth sports and high school officials might be subsiding, at least a bit. The Natio...

Growing events means promoting events, and sometimes to do that, a lesson from a skilled professional is needed. Here are some insights from Tom Dielen, who has been at the heart of international sport for nearly two decades as Secretary General of World Archery. Hint: A limited budget does not have to mean limited growth. Read on to learn more.

Growing Events: Lessons from World Archery

Growing events means promoting events, and sometimes to do that, a lesson from a skilled professional is needed. Here are some insights from Tom Diele...

Runners Want Finish Line Photography… and a Lot More

Runners Want Finish Line Photography… and a Lot More

When MarathonFoto, a company that provides race day photography (including triumphant finish line photos) announced it had achieved record growth so f...