Lacrosse | Sports Destination Management

St. Paddy is Back and He’s Bringing the Green

Article Mar 02, 2023 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

As the old saying goes, “Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day.” (That is, until Cinco de Mayo when...

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Colorado Springs Lives up to ‘City for Champions’ Role

Destination Spotlights Mar 01, 2023

Colorado Springs has always been a natural sports tourism destination, both literally and figuratively. The region boasts more than 55 area attractions, is home to more than 40 sports organizations (i...

The Mountain Region: From Ancient Origins to Modern Tourism

Article Mar 01, 2023 | By: Cindy Cantrell

Once a sacred home to Paleo-Indians and numerous Native American tribes, the Mountain Region is a je...

Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater Provides a Competitive Edge

Destination Spotlights Feb 09, 2023

Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater, located in Albertville, Alabama, represents the newest evolution in sports travel destinations, hosting events from across the nation in a state-of-the-art venue. Th...

Hosting a Successful Event is a Breeze in Erie, PA

Destination Spotlights Jan 20, 2023

Erie, Pennsylvania, has all the makings of a sportscation destination, but don’t just take our word for it. Dione Masters of the Strongman Corporation came to Erie to host the Strongman Corporation Na...

Team Sports Participation Increasing But Not Quite Back to Pre-2020 Levels

Article Jan 19, 2023 | By: Michael Popke

New data from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s “U.S. Trends in Team Sports Report” for 20...

From running to ice fishing, the state is ready to invite lovers of winter sports to come, compete and enjoy.

Maine Sports Commission Lists Robust Winter Calendar of Events

News Jan 11, 2023

From running to ice fishing, the state is ready to invite lovers of winter sports to come, compete...

In Light of MNF Incident, Measures for Emergency Preparedness

Article Jan 05, 2023 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

It was back in 2016 that SDM first covered the issue of commotio cordis or chest concussion, the cat...

Need a New Place to Play? Start Here

Article Jan 03, 2023 | By: Mary Helen Sprecher

There’s nothing to give an established event renewed interest like a new site. Moving to a fresh loc...

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Where It All Begins

Article Jan 03, 2023 | By: Michael Popke

The Northeast, home of the 13 original American colonies, is where sports begins, too. From the trad...