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Florida Panthers Renew Partnership With JetBlue

The NHL’s Florida Panthers and JetBlue have renewed a partnership that started in 2009, keeping the carrier as the Panthers official domestic team airline and offering JetBlue Vacations to Panthers Territory members. As part of the new partnership with JetBlue Vacations, members will receive special offers and discounts for JetBlue vacations packages. JetBlue vacations offers customers […]

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USL Partners With Rival to Debut Esports Tournament

The United Soccer League will partner with Rival to launch a gaming community starting August 22 with a tournament using eFootball, developed by Konami Digital Entertainment. The Rival platform will provide the USL with the ability to host tournaments, provide unique experiences and strengthen fan engagement. Konami is the official video game partner for the […]

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Opening Ceremony for The American Western Weekend at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on March 10, 2023. Photo by Michael Clark

The American Rodeo Signs Three-Year Extension with Globe Life Field

Teton Ridge has announced that The American Western Weekend will again take place at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on March 8–9, 2024, as part of a newly signed three-year partnership. The American, one of the largest rodeo events in the world, was previously hosted at AT&T Stadium before moving to Globe Life Field […]

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2024 Water Ski National Championships Headed to California

USA Water Ski & Wake Sports and the American Water Ski Association have announced the 82nd Goode Water Ski National Championships will be held August 13–17, 2024, at Ski West Village in Arvin, California. The nation’s top water ski athletes will compete for titles in slalom, tricks, jump and overall. Ski West Village previously hosted […]

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U.S. Association of Blind Athletes to Host Soccer Clinics in Los Angeles

The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes will support the city of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department to offer visually impaired and blind soccer clinics as part of the PlayLA Adaptive Youth Sports Program. The free clinics are designed for blind and visually impaired youth ages 5 to 17. All skill levels are welcome to […]

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Fans wait for Game 5 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series between the New York Rangers and the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, May 26, 2022. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

Carolina Hurricanes Sign 20-Year Extension on PNC Arena

The Carolina Hurricanes will stay in Raleigh, North Carolina, through the 2043–2044 NHL season after the club signed a 20-year lease extension at PNC Arena, which owners Centennial Authority says will undergo major renovations including the development of a sports and entertainment district and public gathering space around the arena. “This is an exciting day […]

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EventPipe Names Rebekah Bryant as Director of Business Development

EventPipe has announced Rebekah Bryant as its new director of business development at the event housing management software company. “Rebekah’s extensive background in the hospitality industry makes her a perfect fit for leading our Business Development efforts,” said Tim Brown, chief executive officer of EventPipe. “Her proven ability to navigate complex situations and strong network […]

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Katy Tigchelaar and Julie Shields
Katy Tigchelaar, left, is the new vice president of operations, and Julie Shields is now director of the State Games of Michigan.

West Michigan Sports Commission Announces Two Promotions

The West Michigan Sports Commission has promoted Katy Tigchelaar to vice president of operations from director of marketing and events, and Julie Shields, previously event coordinator, is now director of the State Games of Michigan. Tigchelaar will provide a strategic approach to growing WMSC’s sales, marketing and event departments. In this new position, she will […]

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SFC to Open Rize Sports Facility in Pennsylvania

Sports Facilities Companies has announced the opening of Rize Sports in Leetsdale, Pennsylvania, a multi-purpose athletic and events space, while also naming Harry Leckemby Jr. as general manager. With 55,000 square feet of courts for basketball and pickleball and other amenities, Rize Sports will offer a variety of activities for all skill levels. Once complete, […]

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USA Gymnastics Announces Partnership with Comcast

USA Gymnastics has announced that Comcast will have its Xfinity brand serve as the presenting sponsor through 2024 of the men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics national championships as part of its overall partnership program. The 2023 men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics national championships is set for August 24–27 in San Jose, California. Xfinity also will […]

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