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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...

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...

The Perfect Landing

The Perfect Landing

Heading into the 2020 Games in Tokyo, the U.S. is seeing the expected uptick in interest in gymnastics. And from beginner and recreational level to el...

Department of Transportation: Moving Your Athletes Efficiently

Department of Transportation: Moving Your Athletes Efficiently

The world of travel sports turns on the ability to move athletes safely and efficiently from place to place. And whether that means a circulating shut...

Cycling: A Snapshot of the Sport

Cycling: A Snapshot of the Sport

Cycling as a sport continues its evolution, thanks to new forces in the industry, new interests among riders and the multitude of disciplines the spor...

Making a Plan B: The Importance of Contingency Planning

Making a Plan B: The Importance of Contingency Planning

We have all been there. A thunderstorm delays an outdoor event. A power outage sends people scrambling. Volunteers don’t show up. Equipment gets stopp...