Sports Business News

Louisville Leadership

Louisville Native Greg Fante Promoted to Louisville Sports Commission CEO

The current VP of Sports Development has been with the organization for a total of 15 years.

Ray Scott

B.A.S.S. Founder Ray Scott, The Father Of Modern Bass Fishing, Has Died

Ray Scott passed away on Sunday, May 8 at around 11:30 p.m. He died peacefully in his sleep of natural causes. Scott was 88.

Fishing

Engel Coolers Extends Support of Collegiate Bass Fishing Series for the 2022 Season

Engel Coolers continues its program for the 2022 season, giving anglers a 35% discount on their purchase of Engel products.

Hecho

Hecho Tequila Soda Becomes Proud Partner of the Nashville Predators

Hecho Tequila Soda has entered into a partnership agreement with the NHL Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena.

Wichita

Wichita Welcomes New Director of Partnership: Shannon Uhrig

Visit Wichita has a new Director of Partnership Development, Shannon Uhrig.

ErieSports

Erie Sports Commission Announces Sports Tourism Award Winners

After a one-year hiatus, the Erie Sports Commission’s annual Sports Tourism Awards returned.

ConnecticutSportsManagementGroup

Pat Fisher Departs from CT Sports Management Group; New Executive Director is Rick Plasky

The Connecticut Sports Management Group, Inc. announced that Richard Plasky of Naugatuck, Conn. is the new Executive Director.

Optum

Optum Extends as Proud Partner of THE PLAYERS Championship

The PGA TOUR and THE PLAYERS Championship announced Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group continues its commitment through 2028.

Etown

Publisher Letter: Congratulations to E-Town Sports Park on 10 Amazing Years!

10 years ago, E-Town Sports Park was one of the first sports facilities built specifically for sports tourism. And today, it continues to lead.

Publix

Publix to be Title Partner for Inaugural Clearwater-Based Rock 'n' Roll Race

Publix Super Markets, Inc. is the title partner for the inaugural Publix Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Clearwater on Oct. 1-2, 2022.