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NCAA Championship Bid Portal Has Opened

August 26, 2019

While information has been available, the bid portal for those interested in hosting events in 86 of the NCAA’s 90 championships is now open. more >>

Premier Boxing Match Coming to Biloxi May 25

May 23, 2019

Premier Boxing Champions takes place on Saturday, May 25 from MGM Resorts International’s Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, MS. more >>

New Schedule, Sponsors Listed for Collegiate Bass Fishing Tournaments

February 1, 2019

The 2019 Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series consists of four nationally televised tournaments. more >>

Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series Locations Announced

January 29, 2019

The 2019 Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series consists of four nationally televised tournaments. more >>

Mississippi to Host Security Conference for Running Event Directors

January 14, 2019

Running USA is partnering with The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety & Security to offer intensive sport risk management training. more >>

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Sports Force Parks on the Mississippi hires new General Manager

February 11, 2019

Sports Force Parks on the Mississippi, a brand new youth tournament facility, has hired Jason Jackson as its new General Manager. more >>

Vert Adds First Women’s Basketball Program

August 14, 2017

Vert, a wearable athletic technology specialist, signed its first NCAA women’s basketball client with the Mississippi State University Bulldogs. more >>

Biloxi, Mississippi, Event to Address Managers of Athletic Venues

September 19, 2016

Those who manage sports compexes will want to know the Deep South Turf Expo is moving confidently into its second year in 2016. more >>

Top Sports Facilities Honored

December 8, 2014

The American Sports Builders Association has announced the winners of its annual awards, honoring the best in sports facility construction. more >>

USOC Statement on Suggested Boycott of the Winter Olympics in Russia

July 17, 2013

The USOC has released the following statement about suggestions to boycott the Winter Olympics in Russia. more >>

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Ridgeland, Mississippi...Sporty + Stylish...Inside + Out

March 20, 2018

Ridgeland is Mississippi’s premier cycling mecca and its best waterfront destination, but there’s so much more to discover and savor here.... more >>

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	Article \| July 24, 2019 Barry Leaves Behind Flooding, Sewage – and Plenty of Cancelled Sports By: Mary Helen Sprecher As the first major storm of the hurricane season, Barry made a terrible impression. He barged in uninvited, overstayed his welcome and left a mess... More>>

	Article \| July 24, 2019 Could Water Contamination Hurt Summer Sports Events? By: Michael Popke Talk about muddying the waters. This summer has brought a wave of concerns over Cryptosporidium in swimming pools, flesh-eating bacteria in open... More>>

	Article \| April 25, 2019 The Allure of College Towns By: Mary Helen Sprecher In college towns across the U.S., great sports venues await, surrounded with storied traditions and filled with potential. Want to visit? Join this... More>>

	Article \| April 24, 2019 Hooked on Fishing By: Judy Leand Whether it plays out on a bass boat, from the shoreline, on the ocean or through the ice, fishing is big business for cities across the U.S. Prime... More>>

	Article \| November 14, 2018 Should U.S. Soccer Diversify Venue Selection for the Men’s National Team? By: Michael Popke U.S. Soccer needs to start thinking outside the box – or at least outside its traditional map – if it wants to get more in-person spectators. In... More>>

	Article \| September 19, 2018 Inside Events: Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association By: Mary Helen Sprecher It’s the equestrian discipline that combines horsemanship and marksmanship – with a healthy dose of historical accuracy. Cowboy mounted shooting... More>>

	Article \| July 18, 2018 Come On Down By: Michael Popke Certain regions of the country are known for many things, but when you think of the Southeast, one phrase immediately comes to mind. More>>

	Article \| May 30, 2018 Playing the Field By: Peter Francesconi Baseball is one of the USA’s oldest organized sports, and it remains one of the most popular. Much of its recent growth is fueled by Gen Z, kids... More>>

	Article \| March 21, 2018 How Controversial LGBT Laws Could Complicate Team Travel this March By: Michael Popke Can controversial legislation regarding LGBT rights complicate travel plans during tournament season? Teams and officials are hoping it won’t –... More>>

	Article \| November 20, 2017 2017 CHAMPIONS OF ECONOMIC IMPACT IN SPORTS TOURISM By: Mary Helen Sprecher Sports Destination Management is proud to announce the 2017 “Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism.” The nominees this year were... More>>

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Case study | February 28, 2009
Come Play on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

By: Sports Destination Management Team

The warm climate of the Mississippi Gulf Coast is your ticket to outdoor recreation. Sportsplex venues in Gulfport, Biloxi, and D’Iberville host... More>>