Michael Popke

Nov 05, 2013

Michael Popke is an award-winning journalist with 25 years of professional experience in print and digital media. For 15 years, he was managing editor of Athletic Business, the leading business-to-business magazine and website for athletic, fitness and recreation professionals. He also has coached baseball, basketball and softball, worked as a USA Swimming stroke-and-turn official and is an avid high school sports and aquatics safety supporter. Michael owns Two Lakes Media Group and lives in the Madison, Wisconsin, area.

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Article May 08, 2025 | By: Michael Popke

Bicycle commuting is not exactly picking up the pace; fewer than 1% of the American workforce did so...
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The fishing landscape is ever evolving. Technology plays an essential role, not only in the implemen...
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Article Apr 24, 2025 | By: Michael Popke

The National Football League’s Punt, Pass and Kick youth football skills competition was grounded in...
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Enhancing youth sports facilities and increasing access to them are the dual focus of two pieces of ...
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Amid the outpouring of tributes to Pope Francis following his death were recollections of the pontif...
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...

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