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At Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands, everyone comes to play! Whether it’s kicking back with your toes in the sand or kicking the winning goal on the field, you’ll find this destination is an extraordinary location for competitive sporting events. And, with the addition of the all-new Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports […]
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THE SETTING Impress your guests. Lucas Oil Stadium (LOS) has been named the Best NFL Stadium by Stadium Journey magazine for five consecutive years. Our state-of-the-art, retractable roof, multi-purpose stadium featuring spectacular views of the Indianapolis skyline lends major WOW factor to your event. Plus, LOS is conveniently connected to the Indiana Convention Center so you can […]
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The 2016 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin was one of the largest dog shows ever held in North America. And in the end, a Puli named Preston earned Best in Show honors, beating out nearly 5,000 competitors—representing 190 breeds—and earning a $50,000 cash prize at the event at the Orange County Convention…
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Bass Fishing Events Increase in Scale By John Vivirito Bass fishing events attract more than just biting fish. A growing number of organizations are offering events for host cities, allowing spectators to attend activities that stretch beyond the water. Sports held on the water have long driven participation and drawn spectators. But bass fishing in […]
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Compete in the Center of it All Greensboro offers exceptional athletic venues, affordable accommodations and recreational opportunities. These all make Greensboro a winning sports city. The Greensboro Aquatics Center (GAC) is a 78,323 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility featuring leading edge concepts in aquatic design. The GAC brings together all major aquatic sports – competitive swimming, diving, […]
Continue ReadingThe 35th edition of the National Hockey Festival, held over Thanksgiving weekend, was a field hockey feast for all involved. The festival is one of the largest annual amateur sporting events in the country. More than 5,000 athletes, family members and friends attended the event at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington, Florida…
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Making the Jump to a State Games Event By Karen Robes Meeks For hundreds of thousands of amateur athletes, the chance to compete in a winter or summer state games competition marks the pinnacle of their sports accomplishments. When it comes to participating in sporting events, Luke Armstrong isn’t terribly focused on the results, which […]
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Small town charm meets big city adventure in North Carolina’s southern piedmont. Located just minutes north of uptown Charlotte, Cabarrus County is easily accessible via Interstate 85, Amtrak, Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Concord Regional Airport. Superb facilities, a favorable climate and many top Charlotte area attractions make Cabarrus County a winning combination for […]
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You almost couldn’t have written a better script for the 2016 Ryder Cup: a smooth operation, record-breaking crowds, beautiful weather and a convincing win for the Americans on their home turf. Even a couple of problems that cropped up were handled quickly and decisively. “There was a high level of satisfaction on how well the team executed and how well…
Major League Lacrosse Championship
The world’s best lacrosse players weathered the storm to stage an exciting title game. The 2016 Major League Lacrosse Championship provided fans an action-packed event at Kennesaw State University’s Fifth Third Bank Stadium, just north of Atlanta. After enduring a first-half downpour, fans saw the Denver Outlaws edge the Ohio Machine, 19-18, to earn their second…
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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