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The Durham (N.C.) Sports Commission has announced four new members for its Board of Directors.

Durham Sports Commission Launches One Team, One Durham Fund

Sports are a wonderful way for kids to learn work ethic, discipline, teamwork and many other life skills. However, when the cost of youth sports starts to prevent some from being able to play, organizations can step in to help. This is the case in Durham, North Carolina, where the Durham Sports Commission has announced […]

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After a two-year hiatus, the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Hall of Fame will induct the 2022 class this June. Photo: Jason Gewirtz

Finalists announced for U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame Class of 2022

For the first time since 2019, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame will induct a class this June. The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee has announced finalists for the 2022 class, consisting of 15 Olympians, nine Paralympians, three Olympic teams, two Paralympic teams, six legends, three coaches and three special contributors. Fans […]

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TeamSnap Welcomes Mark Salloom as Chief Financial Officer

TeamSnap, an online community for youth sports, has announced Mark Salloom as chief financial officer along with the promotion of Sheila Repeta to vice president of people. Salloom has 25 years of professional experience, primarily in the software industry. Salloom was the chief financial officer of SparkPost, an email delivery and analytics company, and recently […]

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USA Lacrosse to Host Athletes Unlimited Season

USA Lacrosse will host the second season of Athletes Unlimited lacrosse, starting July 21 in Baltimore with all games broadcast on ESPN platforms. More than three dozen athletes have signed on to compete, including 11 players who will play in the World Lacrosse Women’s Championship in Towson, Maryland, before the AU season. In addition to […]

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The Kentucky Derby's new Homestretch Club features club seating and access to VIP amenities including the longest bar in Kentucky. Photo courtesy Churchill Downs

Kentucky Derby Ready to Roll at
Full Capacity for First Time in Three Years

The Kentucky Derby has trademarked the phrase “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports” as its main marketing slogan, but Derby week at Churchill Downs is much more than those two minutes. The Derby is run May 7, but it’s officially a week-long event that leads up to those two minutes, with plenty to keep […]

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Cricket Stadium Development Takes Step Forward in Orange County

Major League Cricket has entered an exclusive negotiating agreement with the city of Irvine, California, toward having a cricket venue on a 15-acre parcel of Great Park that would be home to a MLC team. The stadium would have a planned capacity of 10,000 that can be further increased for major international events. Plans include […]

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Sports Illustrated Resort Plans Unveiled

The first Sports Illustrated Hotel and Resort will be scheduled to unveil in 2023 in the Dominican Republic with another resort planned for Orlando, Florida, in the future. Storyland Studios will design and master plan the project. The locations will feature visitor attractions, as well as dining, lifestyle and wellness experiences. The resort will celebrate […]

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