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Sports Destination Management Announces 2019 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism

November 4, 2019

Sports Destination Management has announced the 2019 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism. Learn who they are here. more >>

Details Announced for 2020 Olympic Trials-Gymnastics in St. Louis

November 11, 2019

Details have been announced for the 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Gymnastics in St. Louis, scheduled for June 25-28 at Enterprise Center. more >>

NAIA Softball Championship Slides Into New Base: Columbus, Georgia

October 24, 2019

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Softball Championship will be relocated to Columbus, Ga., due to a scheduling conflict. more >>

USA Gymnastics Announces Invitational Meets for the 2020 Nastia Liukin Cup Series.

October 22, 2019

USA Gymnastics has announced the 18 invitational meets being held nationwide that will participate in the 2020 Nastia Liukin Cup Series. more >>

Branson Taekwondo Tournament Ready to Kick Off

October 4, 2019

When the Battle in the Midwest goes off in Branson, MO, this weekend, there's a backstory to it. more >>

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Sports Destination Management Announces the 2019 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism

November 4, 2019

Sports Destination Management proudly introduces the 2019 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism. more >>

Mark Alford Realty Group Named as Preferred Realtor of Heartland Soccer

May 29, 2018

Heartland Soccer is excited to have The Mark Alford Group as the Preferred Realtor of Heartland Soccer. 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 >>

Action Floor Systems Provides 57,600 Square Feet of Flooring to Nationally Renowned Project

January 15, 2018

Action Floor Systems®, manufacturer of sports flooring systems, congratulates Cape Girardeau SportsPlex on winning a top ASBA award. more >>

Triple Crown Sports Announces CEO Shift from David King to Keri King

November 20, 2017

Triple Crown Sports announced the official shift of CEO duties from founder David King to his son, Keri King. more >>

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Envision Your Event at the Missouri State Fairgrounds

April 18, 2018

Want a destination that is versatile, easy to reach and fun? Meet the Missouri State Fairgrounds, a winning combination of location, flexible... more >>

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	Article \| November 1, 2019 Introducing the 2019 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism By: Mary Helen Sprecher The legendary coach, Pat Summitt, said it best: “Teamwork is what makes common people capable of uncommon results.” Meet this year’s award... 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>>

	Article \| October 2, 2019 With a Severe Flu Season Predicted, Should Youth Sports Require Vaccines? By: Mary Helen Sprecher After a relatively mild flu season last year, health officials are predicting a backlash for 2020; in fact, one child has already died – and the... 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 \| July 24, 2019 Barry Leaves Behind Flooding, Sewage – and Plenty of Cancelled Sports By: Mary Helen Sprecher As the first major storm of the hurricane season, Barry made a terrible impression. He barged in uninvited, overstayed his welcome and left a mess... More>>

	Article \| June 27, 2019 Keeping Pace By: Michael Popke Recreational, competitive and endurance runners have no shortage of races to choose from these days, and plenty of settings to enjoy. From urban... More>>

	Article \| April 25, 2019 The Allure of College Towns By: Mary Helen Sprecher In college towns across the U.S., great sports venues await, surrounded with storied traditions and filled with potential. Want to visit? Join this... More>>

	Article \| April 24, 2019 Hooked on Fishing By: Judy Leand Whether it plays out on a bass boat, from the shoreline, on the ocean or through the ice, fishing is big business for cities across the U.S. Prime... More>>

	Article \| February 20, 2019 Promoting Sports Events by Hosting World Record Attempt Tie-Ins By: Mary Helen Sprecher Reaction to the announcement of a Chuck Norris 5K in College Station, Texas, (with a possible world record for most people dressed as Chuck Norris)... More>>

	Article \| December 28, 2018 A Change of Venue By: Mary Helen Sprecher Sometimes, we just need a change of scenery. In a new place, under new conditions, event owners and rights holders are often able to put a new spin... More>>

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	Case study \| January 7, 2015 The Metropolis of Sports: Kansas City, Missouri By: Juli Anne Patty For more than a hundred years, Kansas City, Missouri, has been known as the City of Fountains, and it is widely known for serving up some of the... More>>

	Case study \| November 13, 2013 Rolla, Missouri: Small Town Charm, Big-Time Sports By: Mary Helen Sprecher When a team is ‘on the bubble, it’s on the verge of taking the next big step. Rolla, Missouri, is on the bubble as well. More>>

	Case study \| October 31, 2012 Independence, Missouri: An American Original By: Peter Francesconi Independence, Missouri, is a place where history continues to come alive. As the hometown of Harry Truman, it is one of only a handful of cities with... More>>