When it comes to predicting what are going to be the hot sports in coming years, we don't have a crystal ball and the black plastic Magic 8-Ball sure isn't going to be much help. What we do have, however, is the annual Fitness Trends Report from the American College of Sports Medicine, which provides excellent insights into up and coming sports.

Some parts of the country are moving toward ice fishing. Some have year-round temperate conditions. But just about everyone has favorite fishing holes - and unfortunately, just about everyone has a few spots that aren't safe for fishing for edible species because of water contamination. Here's what event owners have to say and whether it affects them.

Last summer's Internet phenomenon to Storm Area 51 turned out to be a big bust but organizers learned something: people are interested in mythical creatures and will partake of sports events centered around them. From the Loch Ness Monster to Big Foot to Chpacabra (Google it), there are plenty of ideas to capture registrations in the coming year.

The sport of boxing has been busy trying to clean up its act over the last few months. The 36 judges and referees who officiated matches in Rio were suspended following allegations of fight fixing and will not return in Tokyo. Additionally, the sport will aim for more transparency with end-of-round scoring displays. Can it affect amateur events?

With the new year only three weeks away, it's time to harness the power of the fitness resolution to boost registration in sports events. One of the places this will be seen in in senior events; however, it is up to event owners to create the welcoming vibe to make sure participation isn't a one-and-done deal. Here, event directors share some tips.

The balancing act hotels are pulling off - trying to control expenses and cope with a slow growth market - isn't showing signs of drastic change, according to research. And while that can mean properties will welcome group business - and be able to offer competitive rates and packages - it also means they're struggling against their own economy.