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FIFA Concludes FIFA World Cup 2026™ Candidate Host City Workshops

July 15, 2020

The interactive online workshop gathered all 17 candidate host cities from the USA to discuss the process of the 2026 World Cup. more >>

FIFA Hosting Virtual 2026 World Cup Candidate City Workshop Today

July 7, 2020

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Candidate Host City Workshop will be held virtually on July 7 for all 17 U.S. bid cities. more >>

Snohomish County Sports Commission Announces Summer Schedule

April 9, 2020

Snohomish County Sports Commission has announced the following changes to its schedule. more >>

SynchroKnit™ Powered by Wigwam Announces Series of 29 Running Races for 2020

March 6, 2020

SynchroKnit™ is sponsoring a lineup of 29 running races over the coming nine months, in locations across the US. more >>

Snohomish Hosting College Basketball Action

March 3, 2020

March has arrived and in Snohomish, “The Heat Is On” for the Northwest Athletic Conference men and women basketball teams. more >>

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US Club Soccer Announces Eight New Clubs in Six States

November 25, 2019

US Club Soccer announced eight clubs have been approved as new Players First-licensed clubs, bringing the total to 82 clubs in 25 states. more >>

Washington Ski Area 49° North Mountain Resort Sold

May 20, 2019

CMR Lands LLC has announced the acquisition of 49° North Mountain Resort, a ski area located on Chewelah Mountain in Northeast Washington. more >>

USA Cycling Announces ODP Training Centers

April 8, 2019

USA Cycling has announced the four velodromes that will be participating in the Olympic Development Program as Training Centers. more >>

Sports Turf Managers Association Awards Environmental Facility Certification to 14 Facilities

June 11, 2018

Sports Turf Managers Association has announced a total of 14 facilities with the organization’s Environmental Facility Certification. more >>

Youth on Course Announces Four New Partnerships to Expand Junior Golf Access in 22 States

March 26, 2018

Youth on Course has expanded its national affordable golf program to four new associations. more >>

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Play PNW Sports: Snohomish County, Washington

May 6, 2020

Though our “pause” button is on, we want you to know we are here, preparing to bring sports events back to Snohomish County when the time comes.... more >>

Play PNW Sports: Snohomish County, Washington

January 21, 2020

Welcome to PNW Sports! In Snohomish County, Washington, dedication to your successful event is our badge of honor. Located in northwest Washington... more >>

Play PNW Sports: Snohomish County, Washington

November 4, 2019

Welcome to PNW Sports! Snohomish County, Washington, is where dedication to your successful event is our badge of honor. more >>

Burlington, Washington: Where the Grass is Greener

October 28, 2019

Burlington, Washington, situated between islands, mountains – and even Canada – is the greener side of the PNW, where tulips and daffodils bloom... more >>

Play PNW Sports: Snohomish County, Washington

January 23, 2019

Welcome to PNW Sports! Snohomish County, Washington, is where dedication to your successful event is our badge of honor. more >>

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	Article \| August 4, 2020 From XFL to Lingerie, Alternative Football Could Drive Venue Use in Cities By: Mary Helen Sprecher The definition of the eternal optimist might be found in the owners of alternate football leagues. Cases in point this week: Mike Ditka and Dwayne... More>>

	Article \| May 21, 2020 Luring Business to Communities Nationwide By: Tracey Schelmetic In the U.S., tournament angling, and especially competitive bass fishing, has seen significant growth, thanks in part to the efforts of Fishing... More>>

	Article \| April 29, 2020 Sources: "Assault on Hometown Baseball" a Done Deal By: Mary Helen Sprecher Last year, the country learned of what became known as “the assault on hometown baseball,” or MLB’s proposal to cut 40 teams from the minors.... More>>

	Article \| April 28, 2020 Waiting Game: FIFA World Cup Site Decision Another Casualty of COVID-19 By: Mary Helen Sprecher The FIFA World Cup in 2026 is further out than most sports commissions are looking at the moment, but they will have to wait to find out whether... More>>

	Article \| April 7, 2020 Sports Venues Switching Gears from Hospitality to Hospital By: Mary Helen Sprecher In the latest paradigm shift for the sports planning industry that has shifted so much lately, venues that normally welcome soccer teams, racehorses... More>>

	Article \| March 16, 2020 Despite Delays, Titanic Explorations Expected to Set Sail in 2021 By: Mary Helen Sprecher Well, it wasn’t the coronavirus that blew the Titanic explorations out of the water. It was just plain old wear and tear on the sub. But either... More>>

	Article \| January 27, 2020 What Do You Need to Know About the Coronavirus? By: Mary Helen Sprecher The coronavirus, the big, bad bug coming out of Wuhan, in the Hubei Province of China, has been in the news – and even more so since the first U.S.... More>>

	Article \| January 8, 2020 Tough Times for Tough Mudder Show Dark Future for Obstacle Racing By: Mary Helen Sprecher What happens when a giant in the industry falls? It reverberates through those left standing. Tough Mudder might not have hit the ground (yet) but it... More>>

	Article \| December 11, 2019 “Assault on Hometown Baseball” Panicking Cities By: Mary Helen Sprecher Spring training for baseball starts soon but there may be fewer players at the Minor League level in years to come, thanks (or no thanks) to a... More>>

	Article \| November 1, 2019 Rodeo Roundup By: Tracey Schelmetic Is any sport as uniquely American – and as wildly popular – as rodeo? From roping and riding to racing and reining, venues are welcoming in the... More>>

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	Case study \| December 17, 2019 Southeastern Washington State’s Dry Region Providing Year-Round Athletic Opportunities By: Michael Popke There’s a dry desert region in the Pacific Northwest (yes, really). It has plenty of space for water sports, sports fields that stay green... More>>

	Case study \| September 1, 2018 Southeastern Washington State’s Dry Region Provides Year-Round Athletic Opportunities By: Michael Popke When thinking of the Pacific Northwest, a dry desert region may not be top-of-mind, so the Tri-Cities’ 300 annual days of sunshine will come as a... More>>

	Case study \| September 27, 2016 Tri-Cities, Washington: A Desert Region in the Pacific Northwest By: Michael Popke A dry desert region in the Pacific Northwest? Get ready for the Tri-Cities region of Washington State to shift your paradigm. The cities of... More>>