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New Brand Identities Introduced for Some Sports Programs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.— The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee announced new brand marks for three Paralympic summer sports. The brand visuals apply to U.S. Paralympic Swimming, U.S. Paralympic Cycling and U.S. Paralympics Track & Field.

The three marks will create new identities for each sport and raise awareness …

Richmond Chosen to Host IQA World Cup 2020

RICHMOND, Va.— The International Quidditch Association (IQA) named Richmond as the host city for the 2020 World Cup, which will be held next July.

            The event will be hosted by the IQA, US quidditch (USQ), Richmond Region Tourism and Major League Quidditch (MLQ).

            The City of Richmond and …

FLW Cup Champion Featured 52 Professional Bass Anglers

HOT SPRINGS, Ark. — Bryan Thrift of Shelby, N.C. claimed the title of FLW Cup Champion at the FLW Cup on Lake Hamilton recently.

        Thrift brought a five-pound bass limit weighing 10 pounds, 13 ounces to claim the title, winning by 5 pounds, 1 ounce over Kyle Walters of Grant …

Race Across America Raises $3 million for Charity

BOULDER, Colo. — Race Across America (RAAM), the World’s Toughest Bicycle Race, completed its 38th year and raised more than $3 million for charitable organizations.

            “We noticed an increasing number of athletes were racing for charities. We though it was important to encourage that trend,” said Rick Boethling, RAAM …

Youth Sports Boom Continues; SFA Says Millions in Facilities Yet to Be Developed

As predicted by Wintergreen Research, Inc in 2017, the youth travel sports industry has continued its dramatic rise in participation, spending, and development, a ‘boom’ which has far-reaching effects across the industry, including event owners, industry associations, travel teams, and communities.

National Dog Day and Surfing in Huntington Beach, Calif., Coming Soon

Every summer Huntington Beach, Calif., welcomes dogs and their owners for dog-friendly competition and fun. In September, surfing and dogs come together for the annual Surf City Surf Dog Competition. The world-famous premier event on the dog surfing circuit brings the community, surfers, dog lovers and family for a day of surfing fun in Southern California.

Race for the Fallen Run Set to Glow

MOBILE, Ala. — The Race for the Fallen Glow Run is set to light up Mobile, Ala., on Sept. 28 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at The Grounds located at 1035 Cody Road North. The Race for the Fallen Glow Run is a night race for participants of all ages. Race proceeds benefit the Police Benevolent Foundation.

Lake Erie CycleFest Kicks Off August 1

ERIE, Pa. — Erie Cyclefest will partner with Erie’s Blues & Jazz Festival for Rhythm and Ride Weekend again this year, beginning August 1. The event includes six cycling events.

Voice of America Athletic Complex Hosts Variety of Sports Events

The complex includes 22 multipurpose fields (20 grass and two turf), two lighted turf fields, a state-of-the-art fieldhouse that includes a trainer’s room, concession stand and a press box for enhanced viewing and scouting. The fieldhouse also features complimentary wi-fi.