Author: Matt Traub

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Youth Sports in the COVID-19 Era: Why the Multi-Billion Dollar Industry Feels Positive About the Future

Over the past two-plus decades, the youth sports business has perhaps grown like no other segment not only in the sports-event industry but like few industries throughout the world. What was a collection of mostly community groups that would stage Saturday morning soccer programs in the parks, or intramural basketball before or after elementary school, […]

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Sacramento Republic FC Prepares New Vision for Downtown Stadium

The Sacramento Republic has announced plans for a new downtown stadium that will be part of the USL club’s future, including a spot for retail and entertainment options. The club has engaged Manica Architecture and Machete Group, which has designed and managed projects including Allegiant Stadium, Chase Center, and TQL Stadium to craft an initial […]

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Future Legends Complex Announces Stadium Naming Rights

Future Legends Complex in Colorado and TicketSmarter have announced an agreement to name the complex’s centerpiece 6,500-seat main professional sports stadium “TicketSmarter Stadium” through 2032. TicketSmarter Stadium will be located in the heart the 118-acre multipurpose sports complex and will be home to Northern Colorado Hailstorm FC, which plays in USL League One and the […]

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Maryville University to Redevelop Center for Esports Space

Maryville University will look to redevelopment the Woods Mill Center in St. Louis with an eye toward an esports arena as part of the evolution of the property. The project proposal includes a multipurpose education, athletics and esports venue seating up to 3,000 people. A separate residence hall will house 400 students and provide 6,000 […]

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CEO Phil Andrews Announces Resignation From USA Weightlifting

Phil Andrews has announced his resignation as chief executive officer of USA Weightlifting, effective July 15, ending a six-year tenure that has seen him guide the national governing body through two Olympic Summer Games and 15 World Championships. Andrews joined USA Weightlifting in January 2013 before becoming CEO in 2016. Andrews led efforts to improve […]

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MLB Names EL1 Sports Training Partner for Youth Baseball and Softball

Major League Baseball has announced a partnership with EL1 Sports to create a new approach to youth baseball and softball development. The partnership will support existing local youth sports ecosystems around the country and promote the game by expanding access to youth baseball and softball instruction for players of all skill levels and socioeconomic backgrounds. […]

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Albany County Sports Commission Created in New York

The Albany County Sports Commission will branch out from Discover Albany, the state capitol in New York. The Sports Commission would work in tandem with the newly-rebranded MVP Arena and the region’s other venues to secure new businesses and ensure that the organization can properly utilize resources. The new designation of a sports commission will […]

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