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Sports have evolved quite a bit since the ancient Greeks wrestled, raced and risked it all for a laurel wreath. The original organizers of those Olympics could never have foreseen things like sponsorship or stay-to-play policies, nor could they have imagined the technology that would go into the design and construction of sports facilities in centuries to come. This issue of the magazine studies not just the facilities that host sports but the issues that drive the industry’s continued evolution. Read more...

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Flying High: Communities are Capitalizing on their Strengths to Grow Gymnastics Events
Flying High: Communities are Capitalizing on their Strengths to Grow Gymnastics Events To keep gymnastics events flying high, cities across the U.S. have gotten creative. Whether it means creating and investing in new events, forming partnerships with local groups, offering outstanding facilities or capitalizing on great publicity stunts, each unique strategy has helped the sport grow. Learn what cities are doing, and who is ready to share their expertise next. Read more...
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Softball: A Game for the Ages
With options for almost every age and skill level, softball might just be the up-and-coming great American pastime. From kids to college play, and from leagues to travel teams, it’s a growing sport with limitless potential. Check out the diamonds throughout the U.S. – with options in every region, there’s sure to be the perfect facility to host your event. Read more...
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Softball: A Game for the Ages
Blue Communities: Trends in Water Sports
Blue Communities: Trends in Water Sports When local communities leverage their waterways into sports venues, great things happen. Sports tourism brings in the people, and residents too start to take advantage of all their community has to offer. Rowing, paddling, surfing – even open-water swimming and more – are all part of the great wave that is sweeping the nation. Read more...
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Team Travel Options: Transportation
Getting from Point A to Point B is a lot more complex than it used to be. When should you use a bus? How convenient are charter flights? Can you buy airline tickets for your team in advance – and still make changes? Alan Judah explains the intricacies of team travel and how the answers can vary, depending upon your needs, budget and more. Read more...
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Team Travel Options: Transportation

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