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WorldGolfFoundation

Golf Economy Report

The 2011 Golf Economy Report focuses primarily on the economics (including tourism and hospitality) of golf in 2011.

RunningUSA

State of the Sport-Part 1: Non-Traditional Running Events

In five years, the estimated finishers in U.S. non-traditional events grew from the low six figures in 2009 to a staggering 4 million in 2013.

MinneapolisParks

Current Trends in Golf

On the cusp of being featured in the Summer Olympics, golf reflects participation initiatives, ecological interests and more in this 2009 study.

RunningUSA

Running USA Annual Marathon Report

More new highs for U.S. marathons with 541,000 finishers and more than 1,100 races; ING New York City Marathon returns to the top in 2013.

NFHS

NFHS Report on High School Sports Participation 2012-2013

Participation in high school sports rose again, hitting an all-time high and indicating that the student-athlete is alive and well.

TowsonULogo

Baltimore Running Festival 2013 economic impact study

An in-depth analysis of the economic impact of the Baltimore Running Festival.

SageLogo

Effect of the 2011 World Cup on Soccer League Attendance

The dramatic play of the American team in the 2011 Women’s World Cup tournament brought increased attendance to women’s soccer in the U.S.

NCAABall

NCAA Sports Participation Trending Up

Participation rates continue to rise as the number of student-athletes competing in NCAA sports reaches more than 463,000.

SFIA

SFIA Report: The Journey of Sports Participation in America

A report from the Sports Fitness Industry Association detailing sports participation in the U.S. and the resulting economic impact.

LA Sports

Economic Impact Study of Sports in Los Angeles

Economic impact report on sports in the Los Angeles area, compiled by LA Sports and the LA Chamber of Commerce.