Inside Events: SMC Soccer
In 2021, Soccer Management Company (SMC) has overseen and collaborated on 50-plus events across 10 states. Having managed tournaments since 2013, the ...
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Fueled by Youthful Popularity, 3-on-3 Ice Hockey Has Olympic Aspirations
Remember the excitement over 3x3 basketball, the fast half-court sport presented at the Olympics in Tokyo for the first time? Get ready for its wintry...
The Rise and Fall (and Rise Again) of the Hotel Minibar
Sometimes, one trend can tell you a lot. Take minibars in hotel rooms, for example. While they were wildly popular upon their debut in the 70s and 80s...
Up for Bid: Two USA Gymnastics Events
Gymnastics, one of the most-watched sports, is seeking solid landings for two of its events. The 2022 Rhythmic Development Championships and 2022 USA ...
Out of the Shadows: New Golf Organization Taking Shape
It’s coming. It’s not. It’s the Premier Golf League. The Super Golf League. It launches in 2022, 2023… well, you get the picture. But one of the alter...
In Shock Move, GAISF Announces It Will Close Up Shop
The news that GAISF, an organization of more than 100 sports governing bodies, will begin the process of shutting down took the industry by surprise -...
FIFA to Name World Cup Cities ... but When?
Okay, FIFA. You’ve visited the cities, you’ve heard the pitches, you’ve been to the stadiums and in some cases, you’ve even been to games there. What ...
Ski Resorts Open Early, Providing a Great Omen for Winter Sports
An early-season snowstorm in the Sierra Nevada moved up the opening date of ski resorts along the eastern edge of California, boding well for venue op...
Introducing the 2020 and 2021 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism Presented by Traveling Teams
The rebound. We all waited for it, we all hoped for it, and now we all get to celebrate it. But what have we learned? One thing: The prognosticators ...
Up for Bid: Beach Volleyball World Championships in 2023, 2025 and 2027
The beach is calling. Are you ready to answer? The FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships (2023, 2025, 2027) are up for bid and those interested ha...