Author: Justin Shaw

Anaheim SuperCross
Angel Stadium of Anaheim hosted the opening race of the 2023 SuperCross series in January, and the sport will now return to Southern California to crown a champion on September 23. Photo courtesy Feld Motor Sports

SuperMotocross World Championship Final to Invade LA Coliseum

The Los Angeles Coliseum has hosted many massive sporting events during its 100 years of existence. The famed venue was the site of the Olympic Summer Games in 1932 and 1988, the first Super Bowl in 1967 and in addition to being the home of USC Trojans football, the stadium has hosted the NASCAR Busch […]

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The American Rodeo
Opening Ceremony for The American Western Weekend at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on March 10, 2023. Photo by Michael Clark

The American Rodeo Signs Three-Year Extension with Globe Life Field

Teton Ridge has announced that The American Western Weekend will again take place at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on March 8–9, 2024, as part of a newly signed three-year partnership. The American, one of the largest rodeo events in the world, was previously hosted at AT&T Stadium before moving to Globe Life Field […]

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2024 Water Ski National Championships Headed to California

USA Water Ski & Wake Sports and the American Water Ski Association have announced the 82nd Goode Water Ski National Championships will be held August 13–17, 2024, at Ski West Village in Arvin, California. The nation’s top water ski athletes will compete for titles in slalom, tricks, jump and overall. Ski West Village previously hosted […]

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Blind Soccer Clinics

U.S. Association of Blind Athletes to Host Soccer Clinics in Los Angeles

The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes will support the city of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department to offer visually impaired and blind soccer clinics as part of the PlayLA Adaptive Youth Sports Program. The free clinics are designed for blind and visually impaired youth ages 5 to 17. All skill levels are welcome to […]

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Rangers Hurricanes Hockey
Fans wait for Game 5 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series between the New York Rangers and the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, May 26, 2022. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

Carolina Hurricanes Sign 20-Year Extension on PNC Arena

The Carolina Hurricanes will stay in Raleigh, North Carolina, through the 2043–2044 NHL season after the club signed a 20-year lease extension at PNC Arena, which owners Centennial Authority says will undergo major renovations including the development of a sports and entertainment district and public gathering space around the arena. “This is an exciting day […]

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EventPipe

EventPipe Names Rebekah Bryant as Director of Business Development

EventPipe has announced Rebekah Bryant as its new director of business development at the event housing management software company. “Rebekah’s extensive background in the hospitality industry makes her a perfect fit for leading our Business Development efforts,” said Tim Brown, chief executive officer of EventPipe. “Her proven ability to navigate complex situations and strong network […]

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Katy Tigchelaar and Julie Shields
Katy Tigchelaar, left, is the new vice president of operations, and Julie Shields is now director of the State Games of Michigan.

West Michigan Sports Commission Announces Two Promotions

The West Michigan Sports Commission has promoted Katy Tigchelaar to vice president of operations from director of marketing and events, and Julie Shields, previously event coordinator, is now director of the State Games of Michigan. Tigchelaar will provide a strategic approach to growing WMSC’s sales, marketing and event departments. In this new position, she will […]

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USA Gymnastics Announces Partnership with Comcast

USA Gymnastics has announced that Comcast will have its Xfinity brand serve as the presenting sponsor through 2024 of the men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics national championships as part of its overall partnership program. The 2023 men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics national championships is set for August 24–27 in San Jose, California. Xfinity also will […]

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GCAC Volleyball

Gulf Coast Athletic Conference Volleyball Championship Headed to Louisiana

The Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission in Louisiana has been awarded a three-year bid to host the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference Volleyball Championship, beginning with the 2023 tournament. “We are so excited to host the 2023–2025 Gulf Coast Athletic Conference Volleyball Championships at Bossier Parish Community College” said Sara Nelms, director of sports at the Shreveport-Bossier Sports […]

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National Rugby League Names Four Teams to Play in Las Vegas

The National Rugby League in Australia will have four teams compete in premiership matches planned for Las Vegas the week after the Super Bowl in February 2024. The Brisbane Broncos, Manly Sea Eagles, South Sydney Rabbitohs and Sydney Roosters will play in Nevada after a series of club proposals within the NRL, which has its […]

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