NCAA Passes on Esports - Gamers Relieved
It might be a first. NCAA passed up an opportunity to oversee the championships of a fast-growing and big-money collegiate sport. In fact, it opted ou...
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Cornhole's Meteoric Rise Has Leaders Thinking the Olympic Podium's the Limit
Cornhole, the ultimate tailgate sport (hey, you can play it with a drink in one hand), would like to be considered for Olympic inclusion. And even if ...
American Axes Excess Fees for Oversize Equipment Amid Requests from Athletes
Good news for owners of sports events where athletes commonly carry large and awkwardly-shaped equipment: American Airlines just eliminated its excess...
Theme Runs, Mud Runs Losing Ground in New Survey
After several years of a strong uptick driven by participation in non-traditional runs (themed fun runs, obstacles races and others), the sport of run...
Can Mixed-Gender Events Help Create More Interest in the Olympics?
Back in the early 1900s, when korfball (similar to basketball) debuted in the Netherlands, it was seen as scandalous because women and men competed on...
Ohio Bill Would Make Assaulting Umpires, Referees a Felony
In an ideal world, this development would not be necessary. Ohio lawmakers want to put an end to assaults on sports officials at all levels once and f...
Antitrust Lawsuit Could Mean Governing Bodies Can't be the Only Event Owners
It's being called a David and Goliath battle - and David already has the successful precedent. Three international-level swimmers have filed an antitr...
Happy Together? Joint Memberships May Boost Participation
The news landed like a one-two punch. First came news of a burned-out pro runner who had found a new calling in triathlon. Next up, the announcement t...
No Suit for You, Says Judge in NYC Airbnb Case
No suit for you! Planners encouraging athletes and teams to use Airbnb for events in New York City can breathe easy now that a judge has tossed a suit...
Amid Enthusiasm From Cities, Major League Soccer Will Expand to 30 Teams
Feeding on the building World Cup frenzy, Major League Soccer will be expanding to 30 teams. Nashville SC and Inter Miami CF begin play in 2020, and A...