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At the outset of the year, Nancy Hobbs, the founder and executive director of the American Trail Running Association, noted the discipline was on an upward trajectory with not only increased participation but a more diverse lineup of athletes as well as events. But now, budget cuts at key public lands agencies are creating concern among event owners.

Resent or Reset? Trail Race Owners Talk About Public Lands Budget Cuts

Article Apr 10, 2025 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

At the outset of the year, Nancy Hobbs, the founder and executive director of the American Trail Run...

FIFA Women’s World Cup to Make a Return Trip to the USA in 2031

Article Apr 10, 2025 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

The Women’s World Cup is on its way back to the United States. FIFA has confirmed that the USA will ...

Vicksburg’s Winning Sports Venues: Key City Has It All

Destination Spotlights Apr 02, 2025

With spring in full bloom, it’s time to plan your upcoming sporting events and Vicksburg, Mississippi, has made a name for itself as a city steeped in Southern history and as a competitive, modern and...

Ripken Baseball® to host All-Ripken Games Powered by Under Armour at nine world-class facilities in 2025

Ripken Baseball® to host All-Ripken Games Powered by Under Armour at World-Class Facilities in 2025

News Mar 31, 2025

Ripken Baseball® today announced the return of the All-Ripken Games Powered by Under Armour in...

Former Olympic swimmer Kirsty Coventry broke down multiple barriers when she was elected the 10th president of the IOC. At 41, she is the youngest woman and first African to hold the position. Since IOC priorities filter down to all sports at all levels, it behooves the youth and amateur sports industry to be familiar with her views and priorities.

New IOC President’s Views Likely to Filter Down to Youth Sports Industry

Article Mar 27, 2025 | By: Michael Popke

Former Olympic swimmer Kirsty Coventry broke down multiple barriers when she was elected the 10th pr...

Eisaku Kato to Operate MLF Events in Japan through New Partnership, MLF Japan Will Launch Kasumi BMC Series in 2025

MLF Announces New International Destination, Partnership for Events

News Mar 21, 2025

Eisaku Kato to Operate MLF Events in Japan through New Partnership, MLF Japan Will Launch Kasumi BMC...

Looking for a youth sports destination that has it all (and more)? Point your compass toward Adventure Sports and Entertainment. This Jackson, New Jersey venue is what event owners and rights holders have been looking for. The outdoor complex, with its eight all-turf fields, has become a go-to spot for event owners from all over the country.

Find Your Adventure Here

Destination Spotlights Mar 18, 2025

Looking for a youth sports destination that has it all (and more)? Point your compass toward Adventure Sports and Entertainment. This Jackson, New Jersey venue is what event owners and rights holders...

Two Destinations, Two Approaches to Funding

Four Different Approaches to Funding Sports Facilities

Article Mar 13, 2025 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

The difference between the sports facility that welcomes sports events and the one that languishes o...

Basketball Brackets: Must Be March Madness

The Oddly Fascinating Numbers of March Madness

Article Mar 13, 2025 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

Is your go-to bracket a has-been by the first round? You’re not alone; in 2024, fewer than 2.5% of b...

2024 Athletes’ Choice Awards Winners Announced for IRONMAN Triathlons Across North America

News Mar 04, 2025

IRONMAN has announced the results of its 2024 Athletes’ Choice Awards.