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ARTICLE Oct 29, 2024
Introducing SDM's 2024 Champions of Economic Impact
This year’s honorees in SDM’s awards program, Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism, brought an astounding $1,885,077,600 to their local economies. From mainstream sports with thousands of at...
ARTICLE Nov 28, 2024
On Thin Ice: Warmer Winter Prompts Cities to Close Outdoor Ice Rinks
At least one major U.S. city is grappling with the consequences of climate change on sports facilities. In late October, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board recommended closing five outdoor ice ...
ARTICLE Nov 28, 2024
Some Ski Resorts Open Early, Others Scrambling Adjust to Lack of Snow
A mid-November snowstorm bolstered snowmaking operations at some western ski resorts allowing them to open earlier than expected this season. That likely won’t be the case for ski resorts in other reg...
ARTICLE Nov 28, 2024
Insights into the Travel Needs of Athletes (and Spectators) with Disabilities
In sports travel (and travel as a whole), accessibility is a key consideration for people with disabilities. From step-free entrances to accessible restrooms and helpful staff, the features that make ...
ARTICLE Nov 07, 2024
Influencer’s Posse at Marathon Raises Questions About Entitlement, Enforcement
The headlines were blunt: Influencer Disqualified From New York City Marathon After He Ran With Unauthorized E-Bikes Filming Him. Running Influencer Enrages Participants at New York City Marathon. The...
ARTICLE Nov 07, 2024
Backyard Sports Venues: Business Builders or Neighborhood Nightmares?
It could a homeowner’s dream: Their own backyard sports venue where they can practice their pastime in peace – or help their kids sharpen their skills. But sometimes, those same homeowners come into c...
ARTICLE Nov 07, 2024
The Latest Trend, Time Travel, Ties Into Sports Tourism
Despite being wedded to technology (and unwilling to give up connectivity), travelers are following the nostalgia trail. It’s showing up in a big way as adults seek out destinations and attractions th...
ARTICLE Nov 01, 2024
Reaching New Heights
Participation on volleyball teams jumped nearly 30 percent in three years, and the only sport with greater growth between 2021 and 2023 was fast-pitch softball, according to the Sports & Fitness Indus...
ARTICLE Oct 24, 2024
Squash Is Courting Young Players While Also Helping Them in the Classroom
After more than 20 years of lobbying for Olympic inclusion, squash will be featured as a showcase sport in the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. And with the exception of its national governing body and play...
ARTICLE Oct 10, 2024
Get Your BID On: USCAA Annual Convention
Want to host an event filled with college decisionmakers? Look no further than this RFP for the US Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA)’s Annual Convention. Officials are seeking June dates in 2028...
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