Author: Justin Shaw

Sophia Hernandez

Sophia Hernandez Overcomes Obstacles on Her Way to the Olympics

Sophia Hernandez had a lot on her plate as she prepared for the 2023 Pan American Games. The 26-year-old pentathlete from Guatemala was dealing with both physical and psychological challenges as she readied for the most important competition of her life. There was the physical aspect — she has a chronic Achilles tendon injury that […]

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USA Cycling ECA

USA Cycling Partners with EuroCrossAcademy

USA Cycling and EuroCrossAcademy have announced a partnership for the 2023–2024 season to enhance cyclocross junior development. “This collaboration with EuroCrossAcademy will be crucial in the development and guidance of young cyclocross athletes for this upcoming season racing in Europe,” said Jim Miller, USA Cycling’s chief of sport performance. “We’re excited to once again work […]

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MASL

Major Arena Soccer League to Host Game at United Soccer Coaches Convention

The Major Arena Soccer League’s Empire Strykers and San Diego Sockers will play in the MASL Indoor Cup on January 11, 2024, at the Anaheim Convention Center as part of the United Soccer Coaches Convention. The MASL Pro Indoor Cup game will be the first professional soccer game played inside the convention, which will be […]

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Ibiza 2023
Australia’s Max Neumann (center) won the first-ever PTO European Open in Ibiza on May 6, 2023. PTO photo

Ibiza to Host 2024 PTO European Open Triathlon

The Professional Triathletes Organization’s European Open will return to the Mediterranean island of Ibiza on September 28–29, 2024, and be rebranded as the European Championship as part of the PTO’s partnership with World Triathlon. “We’ve been very clear with our strategy for the PTO Tour,” said PTO Chief Executive Officer Sam Renouf. “It’s about getting […]

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Rivalry Series 2022
The 2022–2023 Rivalry Series between USA Hockey and Hockey Canada included a game at Dollar Loan Center in Henderson, Nevada, on December 15, 2022. USA Hockey photo

Tempe Ready to Host 2024 U.S. vs. Canada Hockey Rivalry Series

Hockey with a backdrop of palm trees and 80-degree temperatures in November would be jarring even now for purists. But Tempe, Arizona, is changing that narrative and the latest big hockey event takes place in the desert. The Rivalry Series between the women’s teams from USA Hockey and Hockey Canada was introduced in 2018 to […]

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Ironman Panama City

Ironman, Panama City Beach CVB Extend Partnership

Ironman and the Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau have agreed to a five-year partnership renewal to keep the Visit Panama City Beach Ironman Florida triathlon and the Visit Panama City Beach Ironman 70.3 Gulf Coast triathlon in the destination through 2029. The title partnership agreement has also been extended through the same period. […]

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W Gold Cup

Snapdragon Stadium to Host 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup Final

The 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup final, the inaugural competition for women’s senior national teams throughout the confederation, will be played at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego. The 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup will be played February 17 through March 10, 2024, with eight Concacaf teams and four Conmebol guest squads. The United States, Canada, […]

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Distinctly Fayetteville

Distinctly Fayetteville Unveils Website Dedicated to 2024 U.S. Open

Distinctly Fayetteville in North Carolina has launched a new microsite targeted to visitors that will head to the region for the 2024 U.S. Open golf tournament at the Pinehurst Resort. Developed by Distinctly Fayetteville in partnership with the Convention and Visitors Bureau – Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area, the microsite offers a place to search […]

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Team Travel Source

Team Travel Source Promotes Ainsley Harris to Chief Experience Officer

Team Travel Source has promoted Ainsley Harris to the position of chief experience officer. In her new role, Harris will lead the company’s efforts to improve the overall customer experience. “Ainsley’s passion for delivering exceptional experiences and her extensive knowledge of the event industry make her the perfect fit for the chief experience officer role,” […]

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