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Janis Burke speaks during a session at the TEAMS Conference & Epo at the Anaheim Convention Center on September 24, 2024 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Jared Wickerham)

Janis Burke Removed as CEO of Harris County-Houston Sports Authority

The board of directors at the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority voted Friday afternoon to separate with longtime Chief Executive Officer Janis Burke, as well as negotiate a settlement with Burke and a Houston law firm over her departure. The Houston Business Journal first reported on the expected ouster of Burke, who had been in the […]

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Wintrust Sports Complex to Host 2025 USA Judo Junior Olympic National and International Championships

The 2025 USA Judo Junior Olympic National and International Championships will take place at Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park, Illinois, from June 20–22. The event will bring together young judo athletes, ages 5­–20, to compete for national titles on the path to future Olympic competitions. The event will feature 1,000 athletes competing across multiple […]

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Wichita to Host 2025 NAIA Women’s Wrestling National Championship

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has selected Park City Arena and Visit Wichita as hosts for the 2025 NAIA Women’s Wrestling National Championship. The 2025 championship will be held March 14–15 and will include a double elimination championship bracket at 10 weight classes. It will be the first time the women’s event has taken […]

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Auburn Opelika

Auburn-Opelika Tourism Promotes Anthony Terling to Sports Development Director

Anthony Terling has been promoted to sports development director of Auburn-Opelika Tourism in Alabama. Terling was previously the sports and event development manager for Auburn-Opelika Tourism for the past six-plus years. In his new role, Terling will oversee the organization’s sports development initiatives, drive innovation and build on the strong partnerships within the sports community. […]

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Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Names Rasheeda Martin as Senior Director of External Relations

Rasheeda Martin, previously the Director of Sales at Explore York, is the new senior director of external relations at Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County in Maryland. Martin will oversee VAAAC’s sales, external communications and partnership teams. She will lead initiatives aligned with promoting sustainable tourism, fostering inclusivity and enhancing the region’s economic vitality. “I […]

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Grand Prix of Arlington

IndyCar Partners with Cowboys, Rangers for 2026 Street Race in Arlington

The NTT IndyCar Series will team up with the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers on the IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington, which will race around AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field in March 2026. IndyCar made the official announcement on Monday with Penske Entertainment, the Cowboys and REV Entertainment — the official events partner of […]

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IESF

IESF Receives Record Number of Bids for 2025 and 2026 Events

The International Esports Federation has announced the conclusion of the bidding process for hosting the 2025 and 2026 IESF Events — the World Esports Championship and Regional Qualifiers. The organization received a record number of applications, with over 30 cities from across six continents submitting bids. The IESF is reviewing the applications to determine which […]

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Northstar Meetings Group Announces New SportsTravel Leadership Forum

Northstar Meetings Group has announced plans for the inaugural SportsTravel Leadership Forum, the premier gathering for leading sports event organizers and the destinations that host their events. Co-located with Northstar’s annual end-of-year meetings industry Leadership Forum, a perennial must-attend event for meetings industry leaders, the 2025 SportsTravel Leadership Forum will debut at the iconic Hotel […]

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Football Youth

Unrivaled Sports Launches Flag Football Platform

Unrivaled Sports has announced the launch of Football Youth, a platform that will operate the inaugural All-American Flag Series which will feature tournament play across the country. The All-American Flag Series 2025 schedule includes stops at the Round Rock Multipurpose Complex in Round Rock, Texas (July 18–20) and the ForeverLawn Sports Complex at the Hall […]

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