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While mostly known for its technological bent with new releases for the public, the 2024 CES Show in Las Vegas also has a track of sports programming that started on Tuesday with the “2034: A Sports Odyssey – Imagining the Stadium of the Future” as four companies discussed using technology to make sports and entertainment […]
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Churchill Downs will have a new luxury dining experience named ‘Club SI’ after announcing a multi-year partnership between the home of the Kentucky Derby and the iconic sports magazine ahead of the historic 150th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 4, 2024. Originally planned as the 1895 Club, Club SI is scheduled to debut […]
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Wyo Sports Ranch and Sports Facilities Companies have appointed Mike Gaffaney, an industry veteran with over three decades of experience in the sports, athletic, and fitness industry, as general manager when the facility opens in 2025. Gaffaney will be relocating to Casper from Portland, Oregon, where he served as general manager at large tennis and […]
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The NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals have an agreement to move to northern Virginia as part of a mixed-use entertainment district, announced the state of Virginia and Monumental Sports & Entertainment, which owns the two professional teams. The proposal, which needs state legislature approval, calls for the creation of a $2 billion sports […]
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Oklahoma City voters on Tuesday approved a 1% sales tax for six years to help fund a new downtown arena for the NBA’s Thunder that is expected to cost at least $900 million and keep the team in Oklahoma City through at least 2050. The Oklahoma State Election Board reported that 71% of the city’s […]
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Locker rooms have evolved to serve a purpose greater than giving athletes a space to change — they now act as hubs of activity, preparation and relaxation. These spaces can create a multipurpose environment that becomes an extension of a building’s synergy rather than an afterthought in the design process. Designers are increasingly looking toward […]
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The Henrico Sports & Events Center sports and entertainment complex held its formal opening this week as the former Virginia Center Commons mall property has been turned into a $50 million, 185,000-square-foot venue for tournaments and more. Built through a partnership between Henrico and Rebkee County, the complex began hosting tournaments and other events in […]
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Cabarrus County, North Carolina, has installed a new track surface at a local high school in hopes of attracting major track and field events to the destination. Located on the campus of Jay M. Robinson High School in Concord, the facility features a Mondo Super X 720 Track and Field surface, the recommended surface of […]
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Keeneland Race Course officials in Lexington, Kentucky, have announced plans for major capital investment projects highlighted by a permanent paddock building, visitors’ center and new operations building. Keeneland is working with state and local government to secure incentive funds to support the project, which is expected to cost nearly $93 million. It has received preliminary […]
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Entertainment and hospitality company KemperSports has been selected to manage North Shore SportsCenter in Northbrook, Illinois. North Shore SportsCenter is a 100,000 square foot facility that includes a multi-use 110-yard indoor turf fieldhouse, multiple hardwood courts and a range of entertainment spaces for private events. The venue is used for soccer, volleyball, basketball, flag football, […]
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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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