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Los Angeles 2024
Competitiors in the men's 5,000 meter event at the 1984 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles circle past the Olympic torch during the race on August 11, 1984. Los Angeles in 2028 will join London and Paris as the only three-time hosts of the Olympic Summer Games. (AP Photo, File)

Olympic Venues Since 1896: What’s Still in Use

Ninety-two percent of permanent venues used for the Olympic Games in the 21st century, and 85 percent of all permanent Olympic venues since 1896 remain in use, according to the International Olympic Committee. A recent IOC-commissioned report — “Over 125 years of Olympic venues: post-Games use” — is the first official inventory of the post-Games […]

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Erie Sports Commission Awards Facility Grants

The Erie Sports Commission has awarded a program-record $16,200 to recipients of its 2022 Facility Matching Funds Program, which was established in 2019 to provide grant funding to Erie County facilities capable of hosting sporting events that generate tourism. A dollar-for-dollar match is provided for approved facility improvements, including new equipment purchases. Funds this year […]

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Learn more about TeamSnap Impact, apply for support, and get involved at teamsnap.com/impact.

TeamSnap Launches TeamSnap Impact

TeamSnap has launched TeamSnap Impact, a community impact program focused on making youth sports programs accessible and equitable for all. With a renewed commitment of $1 million, TeamSnap Impact is partnering with sports-based youth development organizations at the local and national levels that are equally committed to ensuring all kids have access to sports. TeamSnap […]

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Bill Noble Park
The park named for former Mayor William Noble will get a $32 million renovation over the next year.

Bill Noble Park Getting $32 Million Renovation For Sports Facilities

The community of Gardendale, Alabama, is excited — and for good reason. On June 2, the city, located north of Birmingham, broke ground on the $32 million redevelopment of Bill Noble Park. The park, which is named for William Noble, former mayor of Gardendale, is adding a sports complex that will feature nine baseball/softball fields, […]

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Big 12 Championship
The Big 12 Conference and Kansas City have extended the men's and women's basketball tournaments in the city through 2031.

Big 12, Kansas City Sports Commission Announce Extension for Basketball Championships

The Big 12 Conference and Kansas City have built a strong relationship when it comes to the conference’s basketball tournaments. The Missouri city has been the site for the men’s basketball tournament since 2010 and with a recent extension, it will remain there until at least 2027. The women’s tournament returned to the area in […]

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World Games 2022
The World Games 2022 will offer day passes for $35, allowing fans to see multiple events for one price.

World Games 2022 Offers Fans Affordable Ticket Option

The World Games 2022 are making it more affordable than ever to experience multiple events throughout the competition. With the announcement of “The World Games Day Pass” — which allows fans to attend multiple sports competitions held during a single day for just $35 — the goal is to provide the opportunity for everyone at […]

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U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee Announces 2022 Hall of Fame Class

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee has announced the 2022 Hall of Fame Class that will be inducted in a ceremony June 24 at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with eight individuals, two teams, two legends, one coach and one special contributor being recognized. The inductees include Natalie Coughlin […]

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Frozen 4 Preview Hockey
A statue of Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey Hall of Fame center Mario Lemieux, left, stands in front of the PPG Paints Arena in downtown Pittsburgh in 2021. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Pittsburgh Penguins and Fenway Sports Group Select Oak View Group to Manage PPG Paints Arena

OVG360, the venue management division of Oak View Group, has been selected to manage PPG Paints Arena, the home of the Pittsburgh Penguins. The home of the Penguins will be the third NHL facility that OVG360 manages in addition to this season’s two new venues in the league — the New York Islanders’ UBS Arena […]

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Frost Arena
South Dakota State University officials broke ground on a fully remodeled arena thanks to a generous donation from First Bank & Trust. Photo by Brina Sturm/SDSU Collegian

South Dakota State University Making Major Upgrades to Frost Arena

Frost Arena, on the campus of South Dakota State University, is getting a major facelift — and a new name. The groundbreaking ceremony of First Bank & Trust Arena, which is taking the place of what is currently Frost Arena, occurred June 2 with school officials, students and members of the Brookings community in attendance. […]

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Steve Lacroix
Steve LaCroix will join the Wisdom Gaming leadership team as president of Wisdom Gaming.

Steve LaCroix Tabbed as President of Wisdom Gaming

Wisdom Gaming has announced that former Minnesota Vikings Executive Vice President and Chief Marking Officer Steve LaCroix will join the company’s leadership team as president of Wisdom Gaming. LaCroix, who has 30-plus years of leadership in the professional sports industry, will have many responsibilities in the new role including strategic planning, organizational growth and structure, […]

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