SDM’s awards program, Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism, always inspires us and 2024 was no exception. This year’s winners alone brought a grand total of $1,885,077,600 to their local economies. That figure is, in fact, double the economic impact of last year’s awards program. From mainstream sports to niche competitions, from events that draw in competitors not only from around the country but around the globe, to small fundraising events put on by grassroots groups – we see you. And in this issue of our magazine, we honor you.
Sporting events organizers host their events throughout the country, and many times, in the same community. Destinations are working with these event organizers to help create memorable moments for the participants and spectators. Whether the event is new to a community or in the same location as last year, how do we keep sporting events fresh? more....