Author: Justin Shaw

Perfect Game Surprise

Perfect Game Extends Partnership with Surprise

The city of Surprise, Arizona, and Perfect Game have announced an expansion of their partnership with a five-year agreement to utilize the Surprise Stadium Complex, managed and operated by the city of Surprise Sports and Tourism Department, as a host site for tournaments and other baseball activities in the area. Twelve Perfect Game tournaments and […]

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Sydney Harbour Bridge
The iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge will officially kick off the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup festivities on June 25. Photo by Destination NSW

Sydney Harbour Bridge to Host FIFA Women’s World Cup Celebration

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup and Destination NSW have announced that on June 25 the Sydney Harbour Bridge will turn into a festival of football to celebrate 25 days to go until the official kickoff of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, co-hosted by Australia & New Zealand. Joining the fans will be local […]

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Hilton Ryder Cup

Hilton Furthers Partnership with PGA of America and Ryder Cup

Ryder Cup Europe and the PGA of America have announced a new agreement with Hilton that will see the hospitality company become a worldwide partner of the 2023 Ryder Cup, elevating Hilton from its previous position as official hotel supplier. The 2023 Ryder Cup will take place at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in […]

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USTA

USTA Nominates ITF President David Haggerty for Re-Election

The United States Tennis Association has announced its nomination of David Haggerty for re-election as the president of the International Tennis Federation and Brian Hainline for election to the ITF Board of Directors. The nominations were approved unanimously by the USTA Board of Directors. Haggerty was elected ITF President in September 2015 and was re-elected […]

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Edinboro Triathlon
The 35th Edinboro Triathlon in Erie, Pennsylvania, on June 3 will be the final one. Photo by Peter Rickloff

Final Edinboro Triathlon Taking Place June 3

The Edinboro Triathlon presented by PNC Bank, a yearly tradition in Erie, Pennsylvania, since 1986, will host its final event on June 3. Nearly 300 athletes will swim, run and bike, with Pat Crawford Beach along Edinboro Lake serving as the start, transition areas and finish line. This will be the last year of the […]

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USAPickleball

USA Pickleball Names Mike Nealy as Chief Executive Officer

USA Pickleball has named Mike Nealy as its new chief executive officer. Nealy, a longtime sports executive, will begin his position at USA Pickleball in mid-June. Nealy served for eight years as executive director of the Arizona Sports Foundation, which operates the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl. Nealy, who becomes the second chief executive officer in USA […]

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Verizon IndyCar
Will Power will drive the No. 12 Verizon car at the 2023 Indianapolis 500. Team Penske photo

Verizon Provides Indianapolis 500 Fans Plenty of Service

The Indianapolis 500 is one of the largest sporting events in the world as more than 300,000 fans pack into Indianapolis Motor Speedway over Memorial Day weekend each year. While the roar of the crowd is a special experience, putting more than four full NFL stadiums worth of spectators into one area could wreak havoc […]

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All Ripken

Ripken Baseball Expands Brand, Creating All-Ripken Softball

Ripken Baseball has expanded its All-Ripken brand by creating All-Ripken Softball. The inaugural All-Ripken Softball Games will attract youth players nationwide to compete at The Ripken Experience Elizabethtown in Kentucky from July 27–30, 2023. Softball players must be nominated by their peers and coaches for the opportunity to train and participate against other elite young […]

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PLL Home Cities

Premier Lacrosse League Teams Receive Home Cities in 2024

The Premier Lacrosse League powered by Ticketmaster has announced that beginning in 2024, all eight clubs will be assigned to home cities. “Moving our eight teams into home cities will mark the biggest investment in the league since its inception,” said Paul Rabil, co-founder and president of the PLL. “This move will unlock deeper, more […]

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U.S. Ski & Snowboard

U.S. Para Alpine Ski and Snowboard Teams Join U.S. Ski & Snowboard

U.S. Ski & Snowboard, the National Governing Body for skiing and snowboarding in the United States, has announced the addition of the U.S. Para Alpine Ski Team and U.S. Para Snowboard Team onto its roster, marking a step forward in promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities within winter sports. The teams will be led by newly […]

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