See SFC’s 12 newest facilities
February 11, 2025
The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC), which manages and developed sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities, is expected to open and break ground on 12 facilities in 2025.
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Fairfax County, Va. is Built for Competition–Indoors and Out
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Minutes from Washington, D.C., Fairfax County, Virginia is a premier sports tourism destination, offering top-tier venues for both indoor and outdoor events. Two standout facilities—The St. James and Patriot Park North—showcase the county’s ability to host a wide range of tournaments year-round.
Erie Sports Commission honors event organizers at awards dinner
February 10, 2025
The Erie Sports Commission had its 10th annual Sports Tourism Awards Dinner, an event to recognize the efforts of those who had an impact on Erie County sports tourism, at the Erie Sheraton Bayfront Hotel on Feb. 5. More than 100 event rights holders, venue directors, elected officials, community leaders, and their guests, were in attendance.
Move United releases Sanctioned Competitions schedule for 2025
January 29, 2025
In 2025, 34 sanctioned competitions will take place in 24 states, serving more than 2,500 athletes of all ages and performance levels, including new athletes, paralympians, and warfighters.
Michigan to host 2025 World Ice Fishing Championship for first time
January 28, 2025
The West Michigan Sports Commission and USAngling are hosting the 2025 XXI World Ice Fishing Championship (WIFC) for the first time in Michigan from Feb. 11 to 16. The event will take place on Tamarack Lake in Lakeview, approximately 16 miles north of Greenville in West Michigan.
Debuting Sluggball: a reimagined version of baseball begins this year
January 27, 2025
Sluggball, a unique four-vs.-four, situational hitting format with a proprietary, patent-pending scoring system, is a reimagined version of baseball expected to host its debut events in Minor League Stadiums in New Jersey, Ohio, and New York.
Registration now open for 9th annual Lake Erie Cyclefest
January 21, 2025
Registration for The Erie Sports Commission’s 2025 Lake Erie Cyclefest, sponsored by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and AHN Saint Vincent Hospital, begins Jan. 21. This year’s event will take place July 24-27 and features six rides over four days across Erie County. The proceeds will benefit nonprofit partner organizations.
Amateur sporting events generate record numbers for West Michigan
January 20, 2025
The non-profit West Michigan Sports Commission (WMSC), which hosts youth and amateur sports events, reported that youth/amateur sports tourism generated $90.8 million in estimated economic impact for the region in 2024 through 112 events. That’s a 65 percent gain from 2019 and the highest year yet for visitor spending.
MLV launches as premier league for USA Women’s Pro Volleyball
January 17, 2025
MLV Holdings, a newly formed investment group, recently announced the launch of Major League Volleyball (MLV), a women’s professional volleyball league supported by more than $100 million in committed funding. MLV is expected to launch in January 2026 and will feature 10 teams, including the Omaha Supernovas, the leading franchise in professional volleyball.
Atlantic City Sports Commission celebrates milestone 10th anniversary.
January 15, 2025
The Atlantic City Sports Commission (ACSC) celebrated its 10th anniversary this month. Since its inception, the ACSC has played a big role in shaping Atlantic City as a east coast destination for diverse sporting events, from cheer and dance competitions to marathons and surfing championships.
Visit Salt Lake’s 2nd Annual Salt Lake Winter Roundup returns Feb. 8, 2025
January 13, 2025
The second Salt Lake Winter Roundup returns on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Salt Lake. The event is in partnership with the Days of ’47 Rodeo, and the all-day event will transform West Temple, between City Creek Center and Abravanel Hall, into a vibrant western hub celebrating Salt Lake’s rich heritage in sports, arts, and culture.
