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Houston Lands 2020 BMX Worlds

By USA Cycling

DOHA, Qatar — Houston has been selected as the site of the 2020 UCI BMX World Championships according to the Union Cyclist International.

The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority worked in conjunction with the United States Olympic Committee, USA Cycling, USA BMX and Greenspoint Redevelopment Authority …

Baton Rouge is home to big plays and bigger hospitality

Full of hidden local gems and centrally located in Louisiana, Baton Rouge is the perfect city to explore the eclectic culture of this amazing state. Beyond the world-class venues, attending a sports tournament or event here is an immersion in the best of Louisiana’s flavors, personality, and …

Fort Worth’s Game On Sports Complex Opens

Fort Worth’s Game On Sports Complex.

By SportsEvents Magazine

After a week-long lineup of festivities, Game On Sports Complex officially opened its doors on October 8 welcoming a crowd of more than 1,000.

Talk Show Host Scott Murray served as emcee and remarks were made by pro athletes, including …

Ruedlinger Receives First NCYS Icon Award

Don Ruedlinger accepting the National Council of Youth Sports Icon Award from Sally Johnson.

By John Rezell, Executive Editor, SportsEvents Magazine

Youth Basketball of America (YBOA) president and founder Donald Ruedlinger was honored with the inaugural National Council of Youth Sports (NCYS) Icon Award during the CEO Leadership and …

Get Involved with PHIT Legislation Today

One on One features an interview with an influential member of the sports community concerning a specific topic. This month Tom Cove, President and CEO of the Sports & Fitness Industry Association, discusses the Personal Health Investment Today Act (PHIT) pending in Congress.

By John Rezell, executive editor, SportsEvents Magazine

Outdoor Soccer, Skateboarding Top Los Angeles County Youth Sports

From the Business Wire

Youth sports participation in Los Angeles County is higher than the national average and more than 80 percent of youth between the ages of 6 and 17 are active in sports, according to results of a survey from the LA84 Foundation.

“The LA84 Foundation Youth Sports …

Rome To Host ACC Tennis in 2017

From The ACC

The Atlantic Coast Conference announced today that the 2017 Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championships will be played at Rome Tennis Center at Berry College in Rome, GA,  April 25-30, 2017.

“We are excited to bring the ACC Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championships to the Rome Tennis Center …

When Big Isn’t Always Better

By John Rezell, Executive Editor, SportsEvents Magazine

Let’s face it, the greatest benefit of working and playing in the sports field is immersing yourself in the culture of carpe diem, where your goal each day is to find some way to improve your performance and better yourself — just like …

5 Reasons to Dream About Branson

You didn’t have to look far to see the impact of BallParks of America on the guys who oiled up baseball gloves in their youth and spent hours in the sun playing catch. Just look at the twinkle in their eyes as toured the complex.

I’ll admit to being …

Hillsboro Lands 2017 All-Star Game

The Hillsboro Hops announced in September that Hillsboro’s  Ron Tonkin Field have been chosen to host the 2017 Northwest League vs. Pioneer League All-Star game next summer.

The two days of All-Star festivities will include a home run derby, Fan Fest and the All-Star game itself. Sixteen cities and 14 …

Top College Hoop Teams Head to Portland in 2017

Portland’s Rose Quarter will host what could become one of the greatest events in college basketball history in November 2017 as 16 of the top men’s college basketball teams come together for a unique tournament to honor Nike Co-Founder Phil Knight’s 80th birthday.

The tournament, PK80 — the Phil Knight …