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It’s one of the oldest sports in the world and it’s still popular today; in fact, outdoor track & field consistently ranks among the most popular high school sports. For girls, it’s No. 1; for boys it’s No. 2. And sports tourism officials around the country have taken note.
ARTICLE May 01, 2026

At Full Speed

It’s one of the oldest sports in the world and it’s still popular today; in fact, outdoor track and field consistently ranks among the most popular high school sports. And sports tourism officials aro...
The Mid-Atlantic stands out as a premier destination for sports events, offering an exceptional balance of accessibility, versatility and atmosphere.
ARTICLE May 01, 2026

Versatile Venues with a Side of History

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...
If you’re looking for the all-American sports experience, it’s hard to turn away from all that a college town can offer.
ARTICLE May 01, 2026

Destinations That Go to the Head of the Class

If you’re looking for the all-American sports experience, it’s hard to turn away from all that a college town can offer, like excellent venues, plentiful accommodations, a variety of restaurants, fun,...
Baseball has been a top driver, with more than 18.2 million Americans ages six and up participating in the sport in 2025, a 5.5 percent increase from the previous year and an increase of 17.7 percent over the last three years.
ARTICLE May 01, 2026

Walk-Off Wins for Traveling Teams

Participation in team sports in the U.S. has continued to increase, according to the most recent data from the SFIA. Baseball has been a top driver of this growth, with more than 18.2 million American...
When it comes to bringing youth sports tournaments to town, sports commissions and CVBs have long enjoyed the additional marketability provided by nearby theme parks. Now, amusement park company Six Flags has announced it will be selling off six of its underperforming parks. The bad news: Some are located in or near top sports destinations.
ARTICLE Apr 02, 2026

How Will the Sale of Several Six Flags Parks Impact Sports Destinations?

When it comes to bringing youth sports tournaments to town, sports commissions and CVBs have long enjoyed the additional marketability provided by nearby theme parks. Now, amusement park company Six F...
Spend some time here getting to know everyone so that when your season really gets hopping, you’ll know exactly who to call.
ARTICLE Mar 01, 2026

Industry Experts Who Can Make All the Difference

One of the biggest challenges in our industry is keeping contact lists updated. As new venues open and as promotions occur, it’s important to know exactly who we need to call in any given destination....
Abandoned Boats Continue to Impact Waterways, Such as for Tournaments
ARTICLE Feb 05, 2026

Abandoned Boats Continue to Impact Tournament Waterways

Here’s an indicator of how serious the problem of abandoned and derelict boats, which can impact water sports events, has become: It’s getting its own conference. The BoatUS Foundation’s Turning the T...
Want to Honor America’s 250th Birthday with Sports Tie-Ins? Start Now
ARTICLE Jan 08, 2026

Want to Honor America’s 250th Birthday with Sports Tie-Ins? Start Now

Baby boomers (and older members of Gen X), recall America’s bicentennial in 1976, as well as all the hype around it. These days, many of those people (who as kids, marched in parades while wearing red...
Another Path to Success
ARTICLE Jan 01, 2026

Another Path to Success

Across the country, cities have added to their inventories of venues, improved upon existing facilities and partnered with colleges and universities to gain new leverage in an increasingly competitive...
Will Rebooted Treasure Hunt Lead People Outdoors or Just into Trouble?
ARTICLE Nov 06, 2025

Will Rebooted Treasure Hunt Lead People Outdoors or Just into Trouble?

Hey, rescue crews: Just when you thought you were safe from treasure hunters, it turns out you weren’t. Two new hunts have been announced, one in the Sierra Nevadas and one, well, somewhere in the Ame...

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It’s one of the oldest sports in the world and it’s still popular today; in fact, outdoor track & field consistently ranks among the most popular high school sports. For girls, it’s No. 1; for boys it’s No. 2. And sports tourism officials around the country have taken note.

At Full Speed

Article May 01, 2026

It’s one of the oldest sports in the world and it’s still popular today; in fact, outdoor track and field consistently ranks among the most popular hi...

The Mid-Atlantic stands out as a premier destination for sports events, offering an exceptional balance of accessibility, versatility and atmosphere.
Versatile Venues with a Side of History
Article May 01, 2026
If you’re looking for the all-American sports experience, it’s hard to turn away from all that a college town can offer.
Destinations That Go to the Head of the Class
Article May 01, 2026
Baseball has been a top driver, with more than 18.2 million Americans ages six and up participating in the sport in 2025, a 5.5 percent increase from the previous year and an increase of 17.7 percent over the last three years.
Walk-Off Wins for Traveling Teams
Article May 01, 2026
When it comes to bringing youth sports tournaments to town, sports commissions and CVBs have long enjoyed the additional marketability provided by nearby theme parks. Now, amusement park company Six Flags has announced it will be selling off six of its underperforming parks. The bad news: Some are located in or near top sports destinations.
How Will the Sale of Several Six Flags Parks Impact Sports Destinations?
Article Apr 02, 2026
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