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Amid the outpouring of tributes to Pope Francis following his death were recollections of the pontiff’s proclivity for sports and the unifying role they have played in an increasingly fraying, divided world. The Italian National Olympic Committee suspended all sports on the day of the pontiff’s funeral and even IOC President Thomas Bach weighed in.

Pope Francis: Sports Fan

Article Apr 24, 2025 | By: Michael Popke

Amid the outpouring of tributes to Pope Francis following his death were recollections of the pontif...

Get Your BID On: NAIA Women's Lacrosse National Championship

Article Apr 24, 2025 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

Want to capitalize on your rectangular field by hosting some great collegiate lacrosse? Act now and ...

Updated competition structures will begin in the 2025-26 season; The National League Cup to debut in Spring 2026.

USYS National League introduces new event formats

News Apr 22, 2025

Updated competition structures will begin in the 2025-26 season; The National League Cup to debut in...

Rebranding News: DO AC Ready to Unify Atlantic City's Messaging

News Apr 21, 2025

Visit Atlantic City has officially announced the integration of the DO AC brand and assets under the unified Visit Atlantic City name.

West Michigan Sports Commission (WMSC) President Mike Guswiler was named Chief Executive of the Year by Sports ETA, the only trade association for the sports events and tourism industry, at its Chief Executive Summit held in Fort Worth, Texas.

West Michigan Sports Commission President Mike Guswiler Named Chief Executive of the Year by Sports ETA

News Apr 21, 2025

West Michigan Sports Commission (WMSC) President Mike Guswiler was named Chief Executive of the Year by Sports ETA, the only trade association for the sports events and tourism industry, at its Chief ...

A fresh new look celebrates Arbiter's 40-year legacy while highlighting our commitment to further innovation and simplification of event management for schools, officials, and state associations

Arbiter Unveils a New Brand Identity, Marking the Next Chapter in the Company's Evolution and Growth

News Apr 21, 2025

A fresh new look celebrates Arbiter's 40-year legacy while highlighting our commitment to further innovation and simplification of event management for schools, officials, and state associations.

What is the Report Card On The Million Coaches Challenge?

Article Apr 10, 2025 | By: Michael Popke

At the turn of the New Year, SDM covered the Million Coaches Challenge, which aimed to grow a genera...

Working to Appeal to Youth, IOC Weighing Two Edgy Sport Options

Article Apr 10, 2025 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

The IOC continues its search for sports that will attract (or bring back) young viewers to the Olymp...

Will Pole Gymnastics Become an Olympic Sport?

Pole Position: Will Aerial Gymnastics Ever Become an Olympic Sport?

Article Apr 10, 2025 | By: Michael Popke

Few sports are probably less understood than pole gymnastics. It emphasizes strength, flexibility an...

No Lifeguard Shortage? Reimagining May Be Key to Staffing at Events

No Lifeguard Shortage? Reimagining May Be Key to Staffing Events

Article Apr 10, 2025 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

One industry expert would like to go on record: There is actually no lifeguard shortage. There is, h...