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Opelika Police SUV parked at the start line of a bicycle race under an inflatable arch.
ARTICLE Jul 01, 2026

The Partnerships Behind, Safe Successful Sporting Events

A great sports event is measured by more than competition. Relationships need to be not just between destinations and event owners but those that include emergency management officials, city represent...
Strongman competitor "Bosman" strains while pulling a thick yellow rope in front of a crowded boat.
ARTICLE Jul 01, 2026

Playing Outside the Lines

Baseball, softball, basketball, lacrosse — they’re all great. But many destinations have been rolling out the welcome mat for other sports. Some of these you’ll have heard of (like Strongman and dock ...
Man biking on a dirt trail with trees and grass in background
ARTICLE Jul 01, 2026

Hit the Road (and the Trail and Even the Water)

Few organized sports and recreation events are as accessible to such a broad swath of the population as running. Whether on a road or trail, or whether an athlete has the added challenges of water and...
High-rise buildings form a city skyline on a coastline with a blue sky and clouds above a body of water.
ARTICLE Jul 01, 2026

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Host City

The selection of a host city requires the alignment of a number of forces with the priorities of the rights holder; these forces include infrastructure, financial capacity and political support. This ...
A wide sandy beach lines the ocean under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds, featuring a large Ferris wheel and beachside buildings.
ARTICLE Jul 01, 2026

Sun-Drenched and Sports-Rich, the Southeast Reigns

From competitions framed against sun-drenched coastlines and scenic mountain vistas to vibrant cities rich in history, culture and hospitality, the Southeast region continues to be one of America’s mo...
A man in fishing apparel holds up two large bass fish with the Bassmaster Elite Series logo in the background.
ARTICLE Jul 01, 2026

Executive Insights: Bassmaster

Bassmaster is the most widely recognized brand within competitive bass fishing. The organization has a global membership and produces competitive tournament trails and events, including the Bassmaster...
Hobby Tourism Bringing Adults into Sports Camps Designed Just for Them
ARTICLE Jun 25, 2026

Hobby Tourism Bringing Adults to Sports Camps Designed Just for Them

While summer often finds kids heading off to camps to hone their skills in sports, a growing movement is that of adults who follow a similar path with their vacation time. Hobby tourism is drawing gro...
Nominate Now: SDM’s Champions of Economic Impact Awards Program is Open
ARTICLE Jun 11, 2026

Nominate Now: SDM’s Champions of Economic Impact Awards Program

We already know that sports tourism is a nearly $275 billion industry. We also know that everyone reading this has helped build that number. Don’t you want some recognition for your part in it? SDM is...
Youth Sports Implementing (With Uneven Success) Coach Background Checks
ARTICLE Jun 11, 2026

Youth Sports Implementing (With Uneven Success) Coach Background Checks

Nationwide, youth sports organizations are grappling with the sudden reality of needing to do background checks on coaches and other key personnel. And judging by some recent reports, some groups have...
The Sport & Social Industry Association: An Interview with Galen Beers, Executive Director
ARTICLE Jun 01, 2026

The Sport & Social Industry Association

There’s a fast-growing sector in the sports events market and it isn’t youth, although it’s made up of athletes who used to fall into that category: Adult leagues with regular programming in everythin...

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