Nobody needs to be told that excellent events don’t happen by themselves. On the contrary, they call for a detailed plan for excellence behind the scenes as well as what meets the eye for spectators. A strong event is supported by an excellent working relationship with the local sports commission and CVB, as well as several vendors, including photography, housing and medical planning. Other aspects adding to the overall excellence of the competition include proper marketing and the strong pursuit of athletes to participate. Learn about all those things and more in this issue.
Statistics from the National Golf Foundation from 2018 showed that 200 courses (both public and private) had closed, on a par with the previous year. One way to bring in new players and keep venues alive is to enlarge the scope of the game. Here are some key insights from the Professional Disc Golf Association and the American FootGolf Federation. more....