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World Boxing has announced its inaugural six members of the new international federation with USA Boxing, New Zealand Boxing, Boxing Australia, Great Britain Boxing, England Boxing and the Dutch Boxing Federation confirmed as members of the organization, established to keep boxing as part of the Olympics. All six countries have completed the application process and […]
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The second annual TEAMS Europe included leading experts from global organizations including the National Football League, the International Olympic Committee, World Rugby, the International Tennis Federation, LaLiga, Major League Baseball and more. TEAMS—the world’s leading conference and expo for the sports-event industry—unites sport event organizers with destinations, venues and suppliers interested in hosting or supporting […]
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USA Swimming has announced the dates for its domestic competitions for the 2024 calendar year in the leadup to the 2024 Olympic Summer Games in Paris. The event schedule is highlighted by the U.S. Olympic Team Trials from June 15-23 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, home of the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts. It will be […]
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The International Luge Federation has awarded Luge Canada and the Whistler Sliding Centre in British Columbia the 53rd FIL Luge World Championships from February 6–8, 2025. “The Whistler Sliding Centre is known by sliding fans as one of the best tracks in the world and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to host the […]
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The International Skating Union has announced the appointment of Colin Smith as its new director general to succeed Fredi Schmid, who has been the ISU director general since 1996 and retires effective at the end of 2023. Smith previously worked as chief tournaments and events officer and chief operating officer for the World Cup at […]
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USA Triathlon and the USA Triathlon Foundation has unveiled its Ignite the Spark campaign, a marketing and fundraising initiative that celebrates the multisport community, with one year to go until the opening ceremonies for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games in Paris. The campaign serves to empower triathletes — from U.S. Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls to […]
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In the sport of jump rope, athletes inevitably get tangled in a rope during a routine. When that happens, they take a step back, reset and get right back to business. It’s also an apt metaphor for the landscape of competitive jump rope in recent years. While the sport has been on the competitive scene […]
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With one year left before the start of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, organizers have revealed the torch which will carry the Olympic and Paralympic Flames, bringing the Games to France 100 years after the last Olympic Summer Games were held in Paris. The Olympic Torch Relay will begin in Marseille on May 8, 2024, […]
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Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton has become a premium partner of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games and will share in key moments during the Games, which start in one year. LVMH will design the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic medals, made by Paris jeweler Chaumet. Moët Hennessy wines and spirits Maisons will provide their […]
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USA Team Handball has promoted its interim chief executive officer Martin Branick to the permanent position as leader of the national governing body for the sport. “As interim CEO, Martin demonstrated a strong passion for the sport and keen knowledge of this organization,” said Michael Wall, USA Team Handball president and chairman. “We are thrilled […]
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The IOC’s Coordination Commission was in Los Angeles this week for a three-day visit to review selected venues and track the progress of the @LA28 Games. The tours included the Rose Bowl, Intuit Dome and several venues in Long Beach.
The @HCHSA has appointed Ryan Walsh as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Janis Burke. Walsh is currently the chief executive officer and executive director of the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation, a position he has held since 2018.
The USA Lacrosse Women’s Collegiate Lacrosse Associates national championship is returning for the second straight year to @VisitWichita from May 7–10, 2025, at the Scheels Stryker Sports Complex.
NEW PODCAST: Leonard Hoops of @VisitIndy and Patrick Talty of @IndSportsCorp discuss the Big Ten Conference, look back at some of 2024’s biggest events and look ahead to 2025 while also talking about how they work together on events.
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