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US Youth Soccer: An Interview with Christopher S. Moore, Chief Executive Officer

US Youth Soccer: An Interview with Christopher S. Moore, Chief Executive Officer

Learn about US Youth Soccer, the largest youth sports organization in the country and largest member of the United States Soccer Federation. It regist...

Signing Off: Understanding The Pros And Cons Of Waiver And Release Documents

Signing Off: Understanding The Pros And Cons Of Waiver And Release Documents

Just sign on the dotted line, right? It’s a bit more complicated than that. While liability insurance protects your organization after an incident occ...

Want to Make Stay-to-Play Work? Here’s What to Say

Want to Make Stay-to-Play Work? Here’s What to Say

Running a sports event involves a lot of moving pieces, and it’s the planner’s job to keep them all moving in the right direction. But with all these ...

Peaks and Valleys - Sports Tourism is Fueling Economic Growth in the Mountain Region of...

Peaks and Valleys - Sports Tourism is Fueling Economic Growth in the Mountain Region of the U.S.

To attract athletes and their families from across the United States, many western cities have successfully marketed sports facilities, indoor and out...

Home Away from Home - Understand the Options When Searching for Accommodations

Home Away from Home - Understand the Options When Searching for Accommodations

You’ve chosen your city and you’ve selected the venue for your sports event. Now it’s time to find the right lodging for your athletes. Here are a few...

Kick It Up!

Kick It Up!

Whether it’s the U.S. Women’s National Team charging onto the field to face international competition, regional tournaments for teenagers or kids squa...

Just Add Water - Organizations and Venues Combine Efforts to Make Big Splashes in...

Just Add Water - Organizations and Venues Combine Efforts to Make Big Splashes in Aquatics-Based Sports Tourism

As swimming and diving events proliferate nationwide, sports tourism officials around the country are recognizing the long-term benefits of developing...

The Growth of Disc Golf

The Growth of Disc Golf

Disc golf is growing exponentially, not just in the United States but around the world. It captures the imagination of men, women, juniors, families a...

A Golden Era of Golf

A Golden Era of Golf

In 2016, golf takes the Olympic stage once again after more than a century. While many sports experience an “Olympic effect”—a boost in participation ...

Medical Support for Extreme Sports Events: A Matter of a Multi-Pronged Approach

Medical Support for Extreme Sports Events: A Matter of a Multi-Pronged Approach

Medical emergencies can arise, even in the most carefully planned sports events. Here’s a look at the types of problems that can arise with tips for d...