Author: Jason Gewirtz

Jason Gewirtz is the editor and publisher of SportsTravel. He has worked at the magazine in various roles since 2008, including as managing editor and editor. He is a former member of the Sports ETA board of directors.
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How to Choose a Display for the Best Esports Viewing Experience

The esports industry has been around for a while, but within the past few years it has started to gain momentum and interest from big-time investors, collegiate athletic departments and fans. As the industry grows there is an escalated need for venues to host events. Esports stadiums and arenas are being built or converted from […]

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2021 Olympics May Be Closed Off To Fans

Two weeks after saying it would allow local fans to attend the Olympic Summer Games, organizers are about to backtrack officially on the policy as COVID-19 cases continue to rise throughout Japan. Japan’s Asahi newspaper, citing multiple government sources, reported Tuesday the Opening Ceremony at the 68,000-seat National Stadium is likely to be limited to […]

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International Esports Federation Partners with NASEF on Curriculum

The International Esports Federation has partnered with the North America Scholastic Esports Federation to use NASEF’s curriculum and programs help teachers leverage esports as a tool for education and career preparation. As part of the deal, IESF has appointed NASEF Executive Director Gerald Solomon as chair of the federation’s World Esports Education Commission. With the […]

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USA Triathlon Offers First Events-Based GBAC Certification

USA Triathlon and the Global Biorisk Advisory Council have announced a partnership that will help race directors and race management companies meeting the highest levels of cleanliness and safety at their events while minimizing risk from the coronavirus and other infectious agents. While GBAC has been partnering with venues around the country including convention centers […]

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David Raith Steps Down as U.S. Figure Skating Executive Director

Longtime U.S. Figure Skating Executive Director David Raith, who has been on leave for six months following cancer surgery, will step down from the role and has accepted a new position as senior advisor for the national governing body’s leadership and on international relations. Ramsey Baker, who has been serving as acting executive director and […]

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Tokyo Transport: 2,200 Buses, 2,700 Cars and a Ton of Logistics

As stakeholders begin their travel to Tokyo for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, an elaborate transportation system is beginning to take shape to make sure athletes, coaches, officials, media and Olympic dignitaries can get where they need to go. Officials at Tokyo 2020’s transportation department on Thursday outlined some of the staggering logistics involved, especially […]

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West Michigan to Host 2022 Junior Gold Championships Bowling Tournament

The Junior Gold Championships bowling tournament, the premier national event for U.S. Bowling Congress youth members, will be staged at eight venues across West Michigan in July 2022. In addition to the Junior Gold Championships, the USA Bowling National Championships and Bowling.com Youth Open Championships also will be conducted in western Michigan in 2022. USBC […]

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In 2021, the NHL hosted just one outdoor game when the Colorado Avalanche and the Vegas Golden Knights played in Lake Tahoe without spectators. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli))

Minneapolis and Nashville to Host NHL Outdoor Games in 2022  

The National Hockey League will return to the outdoors for two events next season and will bring its All-Star Weekend to Las Vegas for the first time. The outdoor games will be staged in Minneapolis for the 2022 NHL Winter Classic while Nashville will host the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series. The […]

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