Hattiesburg – Where Champions Happen

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Each year, “Hub City,” Hattiesburg welcomes tens of thousands of youth and collegiate athletes, coaches, and fans. Baseball has earned us the nickname “Baseburg,” soccer is thriving at every level, and pickleball is quickly on the rise. Add in affordable, family-friendly fun, and every tournament becomes more than a competition—it’s a complete experience.

Visit Overland Park and Association of Pickleball Players sign a five-year tour stop agreement

The APP Tour is a series of professional pickleball tournaments showcasing the world’s best pickleball talent, and AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk in Overland Park just scored a spot on the tour for the next five years. Read more about what this means for the region.

How to plan a cornhole tournament

We caught up with Frank Geers, founder of the American Cornhole Organization (ACO). Known as “The Cornhole Dude,” Geers has dedicated much of his adult life to legitimizing cornhole and bringing it to the masses. Learn more in our feature about this unassuming game from the man who’s been organizing tournaments for 18 years.

Seattle Southside and region experience pickleball boom

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Seattle Southside and the surrounding region are experiencing a pickleball boom, with nine new dedicated pickleball facilities opening throughout 2025 and 2026. Combined, the new facilities will add nearly 150 pickleball courts to the region, including many indoor courts, creating more opportunities to play year-round.

Top five football films ever

Football season has officially started! Let’s run it back to the top five football movies, (according to the SportsEvents editors). These are our favorite classic football flicks, in case you need something to watch when the game’s not on.

Visit Wichita appoints Spencer Olmstead as sports coordinator

“I’m most looking forward to helping Wichita grow as a destination city by attracting more sports events here,” says Olmstead. “Having grown up playing and watching sports in Wichita, the chance to contribute to the city’s sports community is meaningful and exciting.”