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Tommy O’Hare

San Jose Tabs Tommy O’Hare as Sports and Special Events Director

The city of San Jose, California, has hired former Olympic speed skater Tommy O’Hare as its new temporary sports and special events director to oversee the coordination efforts related to the massive sporting events taking place in 2026. O’Hara will assume the director role on February 3. The San Jose region will host Super Bowl […]

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U.S. Figure Skating Partners with Elevate Talent for CEO Search

U.S. Figure Skating has retained Elevate Talent to lead the search for a new chief executive officer to lead the Colorado Springs-based organization. The position will be based in Colorado Springs and report to the president of U.S. Figure Skating and its board of directors, which is comprised of 33 percent athletes. The vacancy occurred […]

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The two GFNY races in New York City include a stretch on the lower level of the George Washington Bridge. Photo courtesy of GFNY

GFNY Announces 2025 Calendar with 30 Races

Global endurance cycling series GFNY has announced its 2025 calendar of 30 races, six of which will take place in the United States. GFNY Miami is the first American destination on the schedule for April 13. New York will host two races on May 18 — the Gran Premio New York City UCI pro race […]

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USA Rugby 50th

USA Rugby Celebrates 50th Anniversary in 2025

USA Rugby has announced a year-long celebration as it marks its 50th year as members, donors and fans will recount historical moments, along with opportunities to celebrate through events, memorabilia and philanthropic opportunities. The first of these opportunities is a major gifts fundraising program, On The Team, which will provide funds to USA Rugby athletes […]

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Raleigh Rocket League

Raleigh to Host 2025 Rocket League Championship Series Event

The Rocket League Championship Series presented by Blast will return to North America this June when Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts the second RLCS Major of the year. Teams from around the world will battle for the RLCS 2025 Raleigh Major trophy, with the winner earning an invitation to the Rocket League World Championship. The Raleigh […]

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Greater Orlando Sports Commission Announces Promotions and New Hire for 2025

The Greater Orlando Sports Commission has announced a series of promotions and one new hire ahead of its 2025 calendar of events. “We are thrilled to announce the well-earned promotions of our outstanding team members,” said President and Chief Executive Officer Jason Siegel. “These individuals have shown remarkable dedication, leadership and skill, playing a key […]

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Steamboat Springs FIS

Para Snowboard World Cup Heads to Steamboat Ski Resort

The FIS Para Snowboard World Cup is coming back to the United States for the first time since 2017 for a set of snowboard cross races in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, from February 25-27. Along with two World Cup races, the event will feature three NorAm Cup races and the U.S. Para Snowboard Championships. U.S. Ski […]

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Pulaski County

Tim Miller Joins Sports Tourism & Entertainment Authority in Pulaski

The County of Pulaski, Virginia, has named Tim Miller as the director of the newly created Sports Tourism & Entertainment Authority. Miller was formerly director of sales and marketing for ASM Global in Richmond, Virginia. Before that, he was chief operating officer for RPM Events Group, LLC, and served as vice president of operations for […]

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USA Judo Corinne Shigemoto

Corinne Shigemoto Named New CEO at USA Judo

Corinne Shigemoto, who has spent 18 years with USA Judo in various capacities, is the national governing body’s new chief executive officer with the departure of Keith Bryant, who has led the organization since 2016. Shigemoto has been at various times chief operating officer, director of membership services, director of event services,and director of manager/coach […]

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Play Hockey Announces Partnership with Base Sports Group

Youth hockey events organizer Play Hockey has announced a partnership with Base Sports Group as its first sponsorship agency partner in the United States. Winnipeg-based Play Hockey will host 107 youth events in seven countries, five provinces and 15 states during the 2025 season. Over 100,000 athletes participated in Play Hockey events in 2024. “We […]

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