Mastering mobilization: Finding and engaging event volunteers
April 15, 2024
At the heart of every successful sporting event lies a dedicated team of volunteers, whose commitment and energy are as essential as the athletes themselves.
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Snohomish County: The Ultimate Combination of Sports, Food, and Family
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The Snohomish County Sports Commission exists to better serve you! Our team can assist with a variety of services to make your event a success, everything from event logistics, funding opportunities and volunteer recruitment to hotel accommodations, marketing and connections to other local resources.
SportsEvents State of the Industry Report: Industry poised to continue trend towards growth
April 15, 2024
Each year SportEvents surveys professionals from across the country for our annual State of the Industry report. The 19th edition of the report charts what appears to be a healthy growth year in 2023 moving into 2024.
Attract and grow sponsorships by building relationships
March 19, 2024
GSOB Sports & Events understands the importance of bringing local businesses in as partners to attract quality sports events.
Olympic hopefuls speak about their journey to Paris 2024
January 19, 2024
Many athletes dream of one day becoming an Olympian and representing their country at the pinnacle of the sports world.
Teamwork puts tourism into sports tourism
December 20, 2023
For cities that host sports tournaments and events, teaming with their local tourism industry is a key to success.
Searching for the perfect location
September 7, 2023
The question of location is not just about the city the event will be held in. It is important to also consider the neighborhood, whether hotels and others are nearby, and of course, the choice of sports facilities themselves.
Natural appeal makes these five attractions perfect for outdoor sports
August 12, 2023
Some of the nation’s fastest-growing sports are taking their events out of arenas and into the great outdoors at natural venues.
Exploring multi-purpose sports complexes
July 13, 2023
Event planners can appreciate the modular versatility multi-purpose complexes can offer. They often provide space for local leagues, regional meets, or even national-level events, potentially drawing in athletes from all over the country.
Pushing to the limit: Five of the most popular extreme sports
July 13, 2023
Extreme sports—alternative sports characterized by higher risk—have asserted themselves in the world of athletics, and for good reason: these unique sports offer just as much thrill and adventure as they do athletic competition.
Bright lights, big city: Ultimate urban sports destinations
June 19, 2023
Many of the country’s most exciting destinations fly under the radar, though they offer spectacular natural beauty, world-class sports venues, innovative culinary scenes, and family-friendly attractions.
