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esports

70% of Campuses Now Considering Esports Programs

Those who have been considering creating or hosting an esports event have some more ammunition for their argument, thanks to a new survey that shows a...

SDM_2019

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: 2019 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism Awards

DEADLINE IS APPROACHING for nominations from those leaders who have contributed to the industry of sports tourism in 2019.

WorldGames

What Birmingham Stands to Gain by Hosting the World Games in 2021

When the World Games come to Birmingham, Alabama, in 2021, they’ll boost the city’s reputation as a center for multi-sport events on the highest level...

Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series

Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series

The Rock ‘n ’Roll Marathon Series, easily one of the more popular road racing events, combines distance running with a party atmosphere, with bands al...

Rugby_Women

Rugby Leaders Focusing on Development of Women’s Game

One of the fastest-growing sports in the United States is rugby, with clubs established both in major cities and smaller communities. And evidence sug...

Climbing

Interest Strong in Climbing as Sport Heads for the Olympics

No rocks and no hard places here. Climbing is headed for the Olympics in 2020 (and 2024, for that matter) so it shouldn’t come as any surprise that it...

PokemonGo

Thought Pokémon Go Was Dead? Get Ready for the Second Coming

If you thought Pokemon Go was dead, get ready for the Second Coming of Pikachu. The augmented reality app that was the hot trend in the summer of 2016...

Adapted, Unified Sports are Trending Up: Are Event Owners Responding?

Adapted, Unified Sports are Trending Up: Are Event Owners Responding?

Sports event owners who have not yet created special categories for individuals and teams with disabilities need this wake-up call: adaptive sports an...

Playing the Field: Softball's Diamond Destinations

Playing the Field: Softball's Diamond Destinations

Returning to the Olympics next year, softball continues its run of popularity. From youth-level rec leagues all the way up to competitive high school ...

On the Waterfront

On the Waterfront

From canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddling to sailing, surfing, water skiing and even dragon boat and Hawaiian outrigger racing, water sports are f...