Ten of the Best Indoor Facilities in the South for Basketball and Volleyball
Explore top tournament-ready venues that are shaping basketball and volleyball competition across the Southern United States
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How to engage fans through interactivity and predictions
Fans today rarely just sit back and watch. Many are scrolling, checking stats, or chatting online...
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Breaking Ground: Week 2, July 2026
From pickleball complexes and field houses to mixed-use districts and ice arenas, communities invest in sports facilities that support year-round play, tourism and economic growth
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The New Sports Facility Decision Matrix
How Smart Destinations Are Taking the Guesswork Out of Sports Facility Development
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SPG Faces of Sports Tourism: Kristin Zdanczewicz
Building the Future of Women’s Rugby in AmericaÂ
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Is the U.S. Ready for Another World Cup Boom?
Michael Lazar, senior vice president for strategy at U.S. Soccer, fell in love with the beautiful game in 1994, watching a World Cup match at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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Lacrosse’s Olympic Moment: Expectations for LA28 and Beyond
Lacrosse will break its over-century-long hiatus as a contesting Olympic sport in the upcoming 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles (LA28).
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W2P Baseball/Softball Organizers
A directory of 59 national and regional tournament organizers. Search by name or state, or filter by sport.
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First Look: Pulaski County Sportsplex
Pulaski County Sportsplex Brings a New Era of Tournament & Event Opportunities to Southwest Virginia
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Breaking Ground: Week 1, July 2026
International arenas and community centers are highlighted in this week’s report on venues shaping the projected $2.78 trillion sports tourism landscape
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Planning For The Long Game
Ashley Whittaker of The Sports Facilities Companies on what separates facilities that thrive from those that struggle
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Breaking Ground: Week 2, June 2026
The latest sports facility news, venue developments and infrastructure investments shaping the sports industry
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Built for the World Cup, Left Holding the Bill
Tucson did everything right. So did the destinations that lost hotel blocks in cities like...
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From the Stands to the Screen: How Platforms Manage What People Think
In this era, the question is no longer whether social networks influence thinking, but who...
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Breaking Ground: Week 1, June 2026
Destinations across the globe continue investing in sports infrastructure designed to drive recreation, events and economic impactÂ
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Breaking Ground:Â June 1, 2026
New facility investments highlight the growing intersection of athlete performance, sports tourism and economic developmentÂ
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Youth Sports’ Biggest Threat is InequalityÂ
Rising costs are reshaping who gets to play youth sports and forcing destinations to rethink the...
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US Sports Congress Returns to Punta Gorda for Landmark 20th Anniversary Event
The US Sports Congress will celebrate a major milestone this December as sports tourism professionals from across the country gather in Punta Gorda, Florida, for the organization’s 20th anniversary event, taking place December 6–9 at Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor.Â
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Tips & Tricks for Managing Volunteers
Learn practical tips for managing sports event volunteers, from recruitment and training to scheduling, communication and appreciation.
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Water Polo’s Popularity Continues to Gain Major Traction – Updated for 2026
Explore why water polo is gaining traction through youth programs, Olympic visibility, aquatic facilities and sports tourism opportunities.
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Ghosts Lurk in Football Stadiums with Haunted Histories
Explore haunted football stadiums and campuses where ghost stories, sports legends and documented history create eerie game-day travel.
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New Sports Facilities in Texas – Updated for 2026
Explore new sports facilities in Texas, from Round Rock and Roanoke to Laredo, Beaumont, Lubbock, Arlington and College Station.
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7 Unique Safety Concerns Around Hosting International Events
Review seven key safety concerns for international sports events, from venue security and protests to public health, cyber risk and weather.
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University Esports Continue to Grow
Explore university esports facilities helping students compete, create content, broadcast events and build careers in collegiate gaming.
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Five Great Sports Complexes in the Midwest Dedicated to Softball
Explore five Midwest softball complexes with lighted fields, turf options, concessions, parking and planner-friendly tournament amenities.
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Iconic Tennis Courts in the United States for Your Next Match
Explore iconic tennis courts in the United States, from college complexes to resort venues, with planner takeaways for events and tournaments.
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88 Tips for Running Smoother Sports Events
Use these 88 sports event management tips to improve volunteer planning, venue operations, safety, sponsorship and competition flow.
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Seven Bowling Alleys at the Top of Their Game
Explore seven top U.S. bowling alleys for tournaments, leagues and sports events, with lane counts, travel access and planner takeaways.
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Planning a Sports Tournament: Jobs to be Done
Planning a sports tournament? Review key administrative, venue and competition jobs, then download SPG’s free A to Z sports event guide.
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Eight of the Best Baseball Fields in Illinois for 2026
Explore eight of the best baseball fields in Illinois for 2026, with turf complexes, tournament venues, travel access and planner takeaways.
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