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Watertown, SD: A Sporting Haven of Hospitality and Versatility

Destination Spotlights Nov 27, 2023

Nestled in the heart of South Dakota, Watertown emerges as a sports destination that stands head and shoulders above many others of its size. The city's claim to fame lies not only in its abundance of...

State Games of Michigan Partners with Great Lakes Sports Commission to Host Northern MI Hub of Winter Games

News Nov 16, 2023

Scheduled for Feb. 9-11, 2024, the Marquette-based Winter Games will feature seven sports at six...

The NFL Sees London. The NFL Sees France. An Update on What Else It Sees

Article Nov 10, 2023 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

The NFL sees London. The NFL sees France. The NFL sees… Mexico, Spain, Brazil and everything else, a...

In Wake of On-Ice Tragedy, Will USA Hockey Mandate Youth Throat Protection?

USA Hockey Studying Youth Throat Protection

Article Nov 09, 2023 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

To track safety concerns in sports, consult autofill. With Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest, all you ne...

Mid-Atlantic Broomball and World Ninja League on tap this weekend

News Nov 02, 2023

Non-traditional sports take center stage this weekend in Erie, PA.

The Heart of Sports

Article Nov 01, 2023 | By: Cindy Cantrell

The Midwestern area of the United States, combining residents’ trademark warmth and hospitality with...

2023 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism Announced by Sports Destination Management

News Nov 01, 2023

SDM, the publication with the largest circulation of sports event planners and tournament directors...

Meet SDM's 2023 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism

Article Nov 01, 2023 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

Powerful and innovative. Those are two words that we have long associated with this industry. And in...

Shores & Islands Ohio Checks All the Boxes for Sports Travel

Destination Spotlights Nov 01, 2023

For athletes, families and fans, Shores & Islands Ohio provides an unmatched experience both inside and outside of the competition venues. And whether sports play out on a field, a court, a gym, a bil...

Case Study: How One City Makes Each Event Unique

Article Nov 01, 2023 | By: John Blust

Each year, thousands of athletes nationwide pack up their bags and head out to various destinations ...