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Nitro
For the first time ever, the Nitro World Games will take place outside U.S. soil when they head to Brisbane, Australia, October 22–23.

Nitro World Games Coming to Brisbane October 22–23

Nitro Circus is gearing up for its biggest event of the year — the Nitro World Games in Brisbane, Australia. The list of competitors has been revealed with more than 70 participants from five continents battling in Freestyle Motocross, FMX Best Trick, BMX Best Trick, BMX Triple Hit, Skate Vert and Scooter Best Trick. The […]

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VisitCorpusChristi
Joey Jewell, the new Executive Director for the Corpus Christi Sports Commission, and local members celebrate the launch of the new organization. Photo via Corpus Christi Sports Commission

Visit Corpus Christi Launches Sports Commission

Visit Corpus Christi in Texas has announced the creation of the Corpus Christi Sports Commission with Joey Jewell named as the new executive director to guide the implementation of strategic initiatives that will help the Texas location move forward as a sports destination. “Creating the Sports Commission is the first step in establishing Corpus Christi […]

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MarissaGuarneiri

Marissa Guarneiri Named Savannah Sports Council Events Manager

The Savannah Sports Council in Georgia has named Marissa Guarneiri as its new events manager. Guarneiri joins the organization after serving as the director of volunteers and special projects at Chattanooga Sports in Tennessee. Guarneiri will serve as race director of the Enmarket Savannah Bridge Run and the Publix Savannah Women’s Half Marathon. Additionally, she […]

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St. Louis Sports Commission

St. Louis Sports Commission Launches Initiative to Promote Respect Toward Referees

The St. Louis Sports Commission has launched a new initiative designed to reverse trends of referee abuse that have led to a severe shortage of referees in youth sports. The program, called ‘Let ’em Play,’ is aimed at reminding youth sports parents, coaches, fans and players that referees are to be respected and unsportsmanlike behavior […]

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US Youth Soccer

US Youth Soccer Sets Presidents Cup and National Championship Series Sites

US Youth Soccer has announced its regional host locations for the 2023 Presidents Cup and regional host locations for the 2023 National Championship Series. The Presidents Cup will be celebrating its 15th anniversary. Each regional location will host more than 100 teams, with each player expected to be accompanied by two additional people. Eastern: Valley […]

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IFSC Climbing Youth World Championships
Youth competitors will gather in Dallas August 22–31 for the 2022 IFSC Climbing Youth World Championships. This marks the first time the event has been held in the United States. Photo by ifsc-climbing.org

Dallas Hosting 2022 IFSC Climbing Youth World Championships

Dallas has a storied history as a sports hub, having hosted major events including the Super Bowl, NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Final. But the city has expanded to bring in events of all shapes and sizes, including the International Federation of Sport Climbing World Championships. For the first time in the event’s history, the […]

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Jake Morelli

Happy Valley Adventure Bureau Names Jake Morelli Sports Service Manager

The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau in State College, Pennsylvania, has hired Jake Morelli as sports service manager, a new position within the organization. Morelli will be responsible for servicing sports groups and athletic tournaments that the bureau has either secured for the area or is supporting in other ways for the purpose of ensuring successful […]

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AAU Junior Olympics
Des Moines, Iowa, will host the 2023, 2026 and 2030 AAU Junior Olympic Games, bringing an economic impact of $44 million per year to the area.

AAU Junior Olympic Games Headed to Des Moines in 2026 and 2030

Greater Des Moines will host the AAU Junior Olympic Games in 2026 and 2030. This announcement comes as the Iowa destination prepares to host the 2023 AAU Junior Olympic Games from July 26 to August 5. The AAU Junior Olympic Games is the largest multi-sport event for youth in the U.S. and will feature 12 […]

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NFCA VisitStPeteClearwater

Visit St. Pete/Clearwater Renews as an NFCA Official Sponsor

The National Fastpitch Coaches Association will continue to have Visit St. Pete/Clearwater as an official sponsor with the Florida destination remaining as lead sponsor on the NFCA’s annual print calendar and digital calendar. Each year, NFCA members receive access to both a digital calendar and printed calendar. The digital calendar allows coaches to have important […]

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