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Populous and Churchill Downs have unveiled the new $90 million First Turn experience as part of a multi-phase transformation underway at the Louisville racetrack. Home to the Kentucky Derby, which attracts approximately 150,000 guests annually, Churchill Downs and Populous are working on a series of enhancements. The new First Turn Club and its grandstand will […]
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The Sports Facilities Companies has announced a strategic partnership with Playeasy, a digital platform supporting sports event organizers, destinations, facilities and events in the United States. Playeasy will enhance the SFC’s more than 40 facilities across the country. The partnership will streamline the process for event organizers to book events at SFC venues that are […]
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The Sports Facilities Companies has announced the launch of Community Playmaker, an independent magazine, media, and events platform for local government leaders focused on economic development, sense of place and quality of life. The Community Playmaker platform will feature interviews from mayors, city administrators and other local government leaders on topics ranging from brownfield redevelopment to […]
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The New York Racing Association has gained approval from the New York State Senate to utilize a $455 million loan to build new thoroughbred racing facilities at Belmont Park, the home of the Belmont Stakes, the final jewel of horse racing’s Triple Crown. The centerpiece of the re-imagined Belmont Park — which was last renovated […]
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Plans have been revealed for a new 320,000-square-foot arena in Kalamazoo, Michigan, that will have the capacity to host more than 230 events per year, according to a news release. Western Michigan University athletics and the Kalamazoo Wings hockey team are among the teams that could use the space. Early design concepts have included a […]
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ASM Global has announced a new partnership with London Stadium to create additional event content to the stadium’s upcoming calendar, as well as create new commercial opportunities. Built to host the London 2012 Olympic Games at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London Stadium is the home of Premier League soccer club West Ham United as well […]
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West Monroe Sports & Events and Sports Facilities Companies have named Cerene Stone as the facility’s Marketing & Sponsorship Manager to lead all marketing and sponsorship efforts, including developing and executing strategic plans to increase revenue and awareness for the facility. Stone brings over a decade of experience with a focus on sports and entertainment […]
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USA Softball has announced it will search for the first-ever naming rights partner for its softball complex in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, which serves as the headquarters for USA Softball and hosts numerous local, regional and national softball events throughout the year including the NCAA College World Series. “This is an exciting opportunity for a company […]
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ASM Global has reported a record 500,000 fans for its hosted March 2023 events and set food and beverage marks across multiple sports, including basketball, hockey and wrestling in multiple cities including nine NCAA conference championships, NCAA championships and NCAA tournament sites. ASM Global hosted the NCAA Men’s Final Four at NRG Stadium in Houston […]
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Todd Fizer has been appointed as general manager of the Artesia Aquatic Center in New Mexico, the city and Sports Facilities Companies have announced. Fizer spent 24 years as a rescue swimmer and water survival instructor for the US Navy. After his service, he has served as an aquatics director and manager for other facilities. […]
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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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