Summer of Extremes
August 8, 2024
Record-breaking heat, unprecedented cool temperatures, floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes have wreaked havoc across the United States—and such intense weather can be perilous for athletes.
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Frisco, Texas, is Built for the Big Leagues
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Frisco, Texas, is Sports City USA. Here, business and sports are a winning combination, creating unparalleled opportunities.
BMX Racing Finds a New Generation of Riders
August 8, 2024
The six-year-old version of Alise Willoughby, who started racing BMX in Minnesota 27 years ago, couldn’t have imagined how, at 33, she would be a senior member of the US BMX team at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Explore some of America’s Hot New Sports Facilities
June 13, 2024
Sports event planners always look for top-quality facilities for their games, and many destinations throughout the United States have either recently opened the doors to a new facility or will shortly. We reached out to some of these destinations, from Georgia to Kentucky and beyond, to learn what their new locations have to offer.
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.
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.
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.
