Our annual awards program, Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism, is exceeding its pre-pandemic numbers. This year alone, the economic impact of all award winners was more than $2.42 billion,...
You can pretty much file this under “D” for Dumb Business Moves. Students have listed the turf they stole from Neyland Stadium (scene of the Vols’ first win over Alabama in 15 years) on eBay. It’s not...
Of all the factors that drive sports tourism, water is near the top. Its natural beauty and economic benefits trickle down to communities coastal and inland. These destinations can help you make a spl...
For destinations and events impacted by Hurricane Ian, SDM is extending the deadline for its awards program, Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism. Help us recognize YOU as a part of the indu...
Multiple large, construction-related stadium projects will launch very soon because of an MLB mandate. But where are projects scheduled, and what do they involve? And what does the mandate specify? Th...
In the arms race to develop the most sophisticated sports complexes, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that some of the very best facilities already exist – no bulldozer necessary. From lakes that h...
The Southeast region beckons with majestic mountains, scenic beaches, innovative cuisine, a growing craft beer scene and a culture all its own. Its rich history is juxtaposed as the birthplace of the ...
Ripken Baseball’s goal is to provide amateur players with an experience similar to those of big league athletes, and to create memories that encourage them to continue to enjoy and play the game. This...
From its lush fields to its all-American charm, Elizabethtown Sports Park has plenty of advantages for youth ball players. And those advantages were enough not only to catch the eye of Ripken Baseball...
The sweet 16 for FIFA’s 2026 World Cup is set but for some cities, it’s a bitter pill. The big reveal of the host destinations came last week. Watch parties and live updates on social media were the o...
Our annual awards program, Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism, is exceeding its pre-pandemic numbers. This year alone, the economic impact...
Visit Knoxville is pleased to announce colorful new informational markers installed at World’s Fair Park in partnership with the City of Knoxville and the Knoxville History Project.
