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Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl Returning to the Palm Beaches for 2019

October 14, 2019

The Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl will be in a different place on the calendar and on the dial this year. more >>

NBA Experience Now Open At Walt Disney World Resort

October 10, 2019

The NBA Experience has opened at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort and is expected to be a draw for basketball events. more >>

Sunshine State Games Shooting Running Through Fall

October 9, 2019

Multiple weekends of sport shooting events highlight the 2019 Sunshine State Games Shooting calendar. more >>

Orlando to Host Boys and Girls ECNL Florida National Events

October 8, 2019

Boys and Girls ECNL Florida National Events will remain in Seminole County from 2020-2023. more >>

Oracle Announces New Tennis Tournaments

October 4, 2019

Oracle announced the creation of the Oracle Pro Series, a schedule of more than 25 new ATP, WTA and ITF World Tennis Tour pro tournaments. more >>

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Panama City Beach Sports Complex Names Pepsi as Official Drink

October 14, 2019

Panama City Beach Sports Complex has entered an exclusive beverage rights and sponsorship deal with Buffalo Rock Company. more >>

Daytona Beach Golf Community Enjoys a Fast Start to 2019

August 5, 2019

Buoyed by good weather and a reputation as a go-to spot for golf, the Daytona Beach golf community enjoyed a strong first quarter of 2019. more >>

Florida Releases Spring Training Figures

May 6, 2019

Since 2000, a total of 31,097,343 fans have attended Spring Training games in Florida. more >>

USTA, Tennis Channel Announce Partnership

April 29, 2019

The USTA and Tennis Channel announced an agreement to house a permanent broadcast facility at the USTA National Campus. more >>

Visit Pasco County Rebrands as Florida's Sports Coast

April 2, 2019

Visit Pasco has announced a new identity and elevated tourism brand as Florida's Sports Coast. more >>

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Naples, Marco Island and The Everglades: Your Sports Paradise

February 16, 2018

Naples, Marco Island and The Everglades is known as the Paradise Coast for its sun, sand, luxury resorts and more, but this don’t-miss destination... more >>

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	Article \| September 18, 2019 Mosquito-Borne Illness Forces Race Postponement: Should Event Owners Worry? By: Mary Helen Sprecher Mosquitoes are hungry, and despite the season, they’re not craving pumpkin spice. In fact, they’re still causing big concerns for sports event... More>>

	Article \| September 3, 2019 The Perfect Landing By: Tracey Schelmetic Heading into the 2020 Games in Tokyo, the U.S. is seeing the expected uptick in interest in gymnastics. And from beginner and recreational level to... More>>

	Article \| September 3, 2019 On the Waterfront By: Judy Leand From canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddling to sailing, surfing, water skiing and even dragon boat and Hawaiian outrigger racing, water sports are... More>>

	Article \| September 3, 2019 Playing the Field: Softball's Diamond Destinations By: Michael Popke Returning to the Olympics next year, softball continues its run of popularity. From youth-level rec leagues all the way up to competitive high school... More>>

	Article \| August 21, 2019 Unsafe Bleachers Creating Problems for Event Owners By: Michael Popke As high schools around the country prepare to kick off a new football season, some school districts are facing challenges posed by unsafe bleachers... 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 \| July 10, 2019 Immigrants, Holocaust and Refugee Causes Find Footing with Sports Events By: Mary Helen Sprecher In June, the world reeled in shock at the image of the father and daughter who drowned trying to flee across the Rio Grande. Sports organizations... More>>

	Article \| June 27, 2019 Warm, Welcoming – and Winning By: Cindy Cantrell With its mild, humid climate and famed welcoming southern hospitality, the Southeastern region is uniquely positioned to host athletes and their... More>>

	Article \| June 27, 2019 Ready to Fight By: Tracey Schelmetic Combat sports offer both youth and adults a great way to interact in person, focus, gain self-discipline, reduce stress and stay fit. Even better... More>>

	Article \| June 12, 2019 Motorsports Events: Economic Engine or Source of Contention? By: Mary Helen Sprecher Motorsports events can generate revenue, excitement and crowds. Unfortunately, they can cause controversy when they’re not being held at a facility... More>>

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	Case study \| February 17, 2015 Okaloosa County, Florida: Tee Off on the Emerald Greens By: Peter Francesconi Okaloosa County, Florida, is known as the Emerald Coast, and its greens are a great place to bring your next golf event. Whether skirting the... More>>

	Case study \| January 7, 2015 Okaloosa County, Florida - The Magic of the Emerald Coast By: Peter Francesconi Some say there’s something magical about the power of three. In our culture, combinations of three are everywhere, including in sports: three... More>>

	Case study \| August 26, 2014 Daytona Beach, Florida: Compete the Daytona Beach Way By: Juli Anne Patty Daytona Beach, Florida, with its 23 miles of beaches and the Daytona International Speedway, has long been the preferred destination for those with a... More>>