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How Will Airline Fiascos Impact Sports Travel?

How Will Airline Fiascos Impact Sports Travel?

Travel teams have a lot to think about these days. News involving failed travel bans, a stroller and a crying mother, and of course, the now-infamous ...

The Newest Threat to Sports Events in Hawaii: Rat Lungworm Disease

The Newest Threat to Sports Events in Hawaii: Rat Lungworm Disease

Zika. Ebola. They’re words that raise enormous red flags for sports event planners. But brace yourself for the newest plague – and this one has a name...

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Inside Events: Women’s Flat Track Derby Association

With nearly 450 leagues nationally (and worldwide growth), roller derby is climbing in popularity and recognition. The Women’s Flat Track Derby Associ...

By the Numbers: The 2017 Kentucky Derby

By the Numbers: The 2017 Kentucky Derby

An overwhelming percentage of fans waits for those magic words, “…and they’re off!” (and the nutty, screaming, nail-biting two minutes that follow) bu...

MLS Security in Spotlight Following Fan-Player Altercation

MLS Security in Spotlight Following Fan-Player Altercation

Tim Howard, goalkeeper for the United States National Team and the Colorado Rapids, is calling for Major League Soccer to review policies regarding se...

Breaking Down the NCAA Site Selections: Good Breaks, Clean Breaks and Fast Facts

Breaking Down the NCAA Site Selections: Good Breaks, Clean Breaks and Fast Facts

And you thought March Madness had drama. The recent announcement of sites for NCAA tournaments spurred many cities into party mode and had pundits ana...

Cinco de Mayo Falls on a Friday, Encouraging Event Owners to Add Fiesta Flavor

Cinco de Mayo Falls on a Friday, Encouraging Event Owners to Add Fiesta Flavor

Ever wondered why both St. Patrick’s Day and Cinco de Mayo aren’t official U.S. holidays, but still provide an excuse for alcohol-fueled parties dress...

eSports: The Next Medal Event in the Games?

eSports: The Next Medal Event in the Games?

The debate of what constitutes a sport probably goes back to the first Olympic Games. Fast-forward to today and you’ll hear the same arguments. The la...

The Mother of All Sports Events: Spending on Mom in the Sports Industry

The Mother of All Sports Events: Spending on Mom in the Sports Industry

While many people will take mom out to a wine tasting, get her a facial or treat her to brunch for Mother’s Day, the sports industry recognizes that n...

Travel Channel Names 15 Bucket-List Destinations for Football Fans

Travel Channel Names 15 Bucket-List Destinations for Football Fans

Baseball season is in full swing, as is Stanley Cup play, but that hasn’t stopped a new list from circulating, featuring 15 bucket-list destinations f...