At one time, women in lumber sports (the working nickname is “lumberjills,” as opposed to lumberjacks) were thought of as, ahem, a splinter group. Today, they’re a towering force in their industry, comprising nearly 50 percent of the field in a recent competition and drawing a fan base of followers who consume content with near-rabid interest.

First came the “picklemalls,” where defunct big-box stores were turned into pickleball clubs, promoted by a variety of franchises. Those are proliferating nationwide. Now, get ready for the next wave: “Swim-malls,” in which those stores start housing pools that can be used for community centers, for fitness and ultimately even for competition.

The NAIA is looking for a host for its 2027 and 2028 Indoor Track & Field National Championships, and they’re inviting interested destinations to get their BID on. The event hosts 100 men’s and 100 women’s teams. Because the deadline for submission isn’t until February, there is plenty of time to build the perfect pitch. Here is all the info.

For the first time in a while, we can report that the shortage of youth sports and high school officials might be subsiding, at least a bit. The National Federation of State High School Associations reports that the number of registered high school sports officials remains above pre-pandemic levels and grew by six percent during the last school year.

Growing events means promoting events, and sometimes to do that, a lesson from a skilled professional is needed. Here are some insights from Tom Dielen, who has been at the heart of international sport for nearly two decades as Secretary General of World Archery. Hint: A limited budget does not have to mean limited growth. Read on to learn more.

Within the recent administrative fluctuations regarding health-related programs, the Trump administration recently re-established the Presidential Fitness Test (to gauge young people’s athleticism and health). The motivation: “The threat to the vitality and longevity of our country that is posed by America’s declining health and physical fitness.”