Los Angeles Chosen to Host Inaugural World Urban Games
The Global Association of International Sports Federations (GAISF) has announced that Los Angeles will host the inaugural World Urban Games…
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New Arena for the Milwaukee Bucks Opens
The oversized ribbon and giant scissors typically play a leading role in a ribbon-cutting ceremony, but at the opening of Fiserv Forum…
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Cleveland to Host 2022 NBA All-Star Game
Cleveland has been selected to host the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. The announcement was made by during a press conference at Quicken…
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Patrick Baumann addresses the media during the IOC’s evaluation visit to Los Angeles in May 2017. Photo by Jason Gewirtz
FIBA Leader Patrick Baumann Dies at 51
Patrick Baumann, the secretary general of the International Basketball Federation and a leading figure with the International Olympic Committee, has died at age 51…
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NCAA Names Women’s Final Four Hosts From 2021–2024
The NCAA has selected the next four host cities for the Women’s Final Four from 2021 through 2024. San Antonio (2021), Minneapolis (2022), Dallas (2023) and Cleveland (2024) were chosen by the NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Committee as host sites after a 12-month process. “The committee appreciates all of the cities that were involved in the bid process and are thrilled to announce the […]
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NCAA Names Amy Reis Director of Women’s Basketball
The NCAA has named Amy Reis director of women’s basketball, effective September 4. Reis currently serves as associate commissioner for championships and sports administration at the West Coast Conference, where she has worked since 2015. “Amy brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experiences to our women’s basketball team,” said Lynn Holzman, NCAA vice-president of […]
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Las Vegas to Host WNBA All-Star Game in 2019
Las Vegas has been selected to host the 2019 WNBA All-Star Game. The midseason showcase will be held at the Mandalay Bay Events Center…
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The 2018 NBA All-Star Game generated an estimated $116 million in impact. Photo courtesy of Kirby Lee/USA Today Sports
Marquee Events Make Their Mark
Playing host to marquee professional sports events can bring in marquee numbers in terms of economic impact. That appears to be the case for Los Angeles, which estimated $116 million in increased economic activity from hosting the 2018 NBA All-Star Game in February, according to a report compiled by Micronomics. The number included $90 million […]
Continue ReadingNCAA Awards 2021–2022 Women’s Basketball Regionals
The NCAA has named seven cities as regional-round hosts for the 2021 and 2022 Women’s Basketball Championships, including Spokane…
Continue ReadingHouston, Phoenix, San Antonio and Indianapolis to Host 2023–2026 Final Fours
Houston, Phoenix, San Antonio and Indianapolis have been awarded the right to host the 2023-2026 NCAA Final Fours…
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