A hyper-local race trend involving running events spinning off other running events or programs is picking up pace and creating new and exciting events with a built-in brand while also increasing regi...
When the cancellation of the 2026 Maryland Cycling Classic was announced recently, it seemed to hit particularly hard. After all, enthusiasts pointed out, this was one of the last remaining pro cyclin...
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 ...
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...
Recently, SDM profiled the Sport & Social Industry Association, a nonprofit trade organization for businesses that operate adult sports leagues, tournaments and social events. Now, one of those opera...
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...
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...
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...
When NCAA announced that women’s flag football had received a formal recommendation to become a championship sport, the reaction was an open-mouthed stare because, well, flag was just added to the Eme...
The Mid-Atlantic region boasts a wide range of venues, all supported by strong infrastructure and hospitality. Beyond fields, courts, pools, tracks and more, the surrounding communities add depth to e...
A hyper-local race trend involving running events spinning off other running events or programs is picking up pace and creating new and exciting event...
Garmin has released its latest international running and cycling data reports to coincide with Global Running Day and Global Cycling Day (which both landed on June 3, 2026). The reports highlight tren...
The Maryland Sports Commission announced a historic fiscal year, showcasing the organization’s commitment to growing sports tourism, supporting local economies and promoting the State as a premier des...
