Visit Wichita names new sports sales manager
October 5, 2026
Visit Wichita has named Spencer Olmstead sports sales manager, moving him into a sales-focused role on the organization’s sports development team.
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Hershey Harrisburg Sports & Events Authority names new executive director
October 1, 2026
Visit Hershey & Harrisburg has named Danielle Vincenti as the new executive director of the Hershey Harrisburg Sports & Events Authority (HHSE).
Motor City Half Marathon to debut in Detroit in spring 2027
September 28, 2026
The inaugural Motor City Half, presented by MSU Federal Credit Union, will bring a new spring half-marathon to Detroit on April 25, 2027, offering runners a 13.1-mile course through neighbourhoods and streets not on the Detroit Free Press Marathon’s traditional fall routes.
How rights holders can turn conference conversations into productive partnerships
September 25, 2026
The days immediately following a conference are an opportunity to turn promising destination conversations into stronger working relationships, which is where these five proven tips come into play.
Professional Pickleball Association’s Challenger Series makes Michigan debut in Grand Rapids
September 17, 2026
The Professional Pickleball Association’s Challenger Series will make its Michigan debut Sept. 18-20, bringing hundreds of amateur and professional pickleball players to the new courts at the Meijer Sports Complex in Rockford, Mich.
Five key questions that rights holders should ask when meeting with a sports commission or CVB
September 17, 2026
With a strict 3:1 supplier-to-planner ratio and 15-minute appointments, the format at S.P.O.R.T.S. is intended to give both sides a chance to move beyond quick introductions and determine whether there is a genuine fit.
Durham, North Carolina, to host Garmin Marathon Series again in 2027
September 11, 2026
Durham, N.C. — The Durham Sports Commission recently announced the Garmin Marathon Series will return to Durham, North Carolina in 2027, following a highly successful inaugural event in 2026. The 2027 series will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2027. Registration is now open with runners able to choose from …
North Carolina Sports Association names Andrew Schmidt as executive director
September 3, 2026
The North Carolina Sports Association has named Andrew Schmidt as its new executive director.
Meet the winners of our 2026 Ultimate Volleyball Venues Contest
September 2, 2026
The results are in, and SportsEvents’ Ultimate Volleyball Venue Contest winners are ready to serve. As nominated and voted on by our readers and social media followers, these 10 standout facilities bring far more than nets and hardwood to the court, pairing tournament-ready capacity with smooth operations, fan-friendly amenities, and destination experiences that extend beyond match point.
Pensacola Beach Brawl returns Sept. 25-27 with three days of fitness competition
August 26, 2026
Pensacola Beach, Florida, will host the 2026 Fall Beach Brawl from Sept. 25-27 at Casino Beach, bringing athletes and spectators together for three days of high-intensity fitness competition.
