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Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Host 2020 US Olympic Team Boxing Trials

August 28, 2019

USA Boxing and the USOPC have awarded the 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing to Lake Charles, Louisiana. more >>

NCAA Championship Bid Portal Has Opened

August 26, 2019

While information has been available, the bid portal for those interested in hosting events in 86 of the NCAA’s 90 championships is now open. more >>

KBF National Championships Announce Details of Event

July 12, 2019

Heliconia, producers of Kayak Bassin’ proudly announce the airing of the 2019 KBF National Championships on Saturday, July 13. more >>

USA Triathlon Announces Full Calendar of Regional Championships for 2019

June 19, 2019

USA Triathlon has announced its full calendar of Regional Championships for 2019, with events for age-group, youth and paratriathletes. more >>

U.S. Youth Soccer Announces Presidents Cup Locations in California, Kansas, West Virginia

June 12, 2019

U.S. Youth Soccer has announced the locations for its upcoming regional Presidents Cup play in California, Kansas and West Virginia. more >>

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Zurich Insurance extends sponsorship of Zurich Classic of New Orleans through 2026

June 18, 2018

Zurich Insurance is renewing its sponsorship of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans through 2026. more >>

Mercedes-Benz Superdome Scores with Network Refresh From Avaya

January 3, 2017

The Avaya Network replaced aging network technology at the Mercedez-Benz Superdome that had been installed after Hurricane Katrina. more >>

Toledo Bend Reservoir Leads Bassmaster’s 100 Best Bass Lakes List

June 22, 2015

For the first time since the inaugural rankings in 2012, a southern fishery has claimed the title of best bass lake in the country. more >>

LSU Partners With i1 Biometrics to Measure Head Impact, Concussions

November 10, 2014

i1 Biometrics has partnered with Louisiana State University on an engineering and football research Beta program to measure head impact. more >>

USOC Statement on Suggested Boycott of the Winter Olympics in Russia

July 17, 2013

The USOC has released the following statement about suggestions to boycott the Winter Olympics in Russia. more >>

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Looking for a New Place to Play? Experience Ruston!

August 5, 2019

Bring your next sporting event to Louisiana’s emerging sports destination, Ruston. The new Ruston Sport Complex offers first-class facilities and... 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 \| 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 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 26, 2019 Louisiana Law Gives Jail Time for Yelling at Youth Sports Officials By: Michael Popke A brand-new Louisiana law makes harassing a ref on the scholastic or rec level a crime punishable by up to 90 days in jail. And the offender has to... 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 \| February 28, 2019 Connecting with Great Partners for Long-Term Success By: Mary Helen Sprecher A destination can have great venues, excellent amenities and wonderful weather but ultimately, it’s the people you’re working with at the CVB or... More>>

	Article \| February 6, 2019 Immigrant Students Score Victory, Can Play on High School Teams By: Mary Helen Sprecher In a decision absolutely guaranteed to stir debate in the current political climate, immigrant students in Louisiana who lack governmentally-issued... More>>

	Article \| November 14, 2018 Rodeo Roundup By: Michael Popke Rodeo venues can be found all over the United States — even in places where you might not expect them, including places like Sedalia, Missouri,... More>>

	Article \| November 14, 2018 Should U.S. Soccer Diversify Venue Selection for the Men’s National Team? By: Michael Popke U.S. Soccer needs to start thinking outside the box – or at least outside its traditional map – if it wants to get more in-person spectators. In... More>>

	Article \| July 18, 2018 Come On Down By: Michael Popke Certain regions of the country are known for many things, but when you think of the Southeast, one phrase immediately comes to mind. More>>

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