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Shreveport to Host Inaugural Caddo Velo Classic

The inaugural Caddo Velo Classic will be staged in Shreveport, Louisiana, March 30–31. The two-day event will see amateur and professional cyclists participating in the criterium races on March 30 and the gran fondo community ride on March 31. Proceeds from the event will support cancer care, education and research at the local Feist-Weiller Cancer Center. […]

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Chemical Bank Awarded Naming Rights to Cobo Center

Chemical Bank, the largest bank headquartered in Michigan, has been awarded the naming rights to Detroit’s Cobo Center, one of the largest convention centers in the United States. The 22-year, $1.5 million-a-year agreement grants Chemical Bank exclusive naming rights. Chemical Bank and the Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority (DRCFA) will announce the new name of the convention center at […]

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Patrick Sandusky to Leave USOC for MSG

Longtime U.S. Olympic Committee public relations executive Patrick Sandusky has been named senior vice president of sports public relations for The Madison Square Garden Company. In the newly created role that he will begin March 12, Sandusky will oversee communications for the New York Knicks and New York Rangers. He will also be responsible for overseeing […]

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Harrisburg to Host the 2019 NACE National Convention

The National Association of Collegiate Esports has selected Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to host the 2019 NACE National Convention. The convention will be held at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology July 17–19. “The selection of Harrisburg as our host for the 2019 NACE National Convention came after a lengthy request-for-proposal process,” said NACE Executive Director Michael Brooks. “Our selection committee received over […]

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USA Swimming and Phillips 66 Renew Partnership Through 2023

USA Swimming and Phillips 66, an energy manufacturing and logistics company, have extended their longtime partnership. The multiyear renewal marks the longest-running partnership in national governing body history, with the 50-year anniversary coming up in 2023. “We are thrilled to have such an engaged partner continue to support our organization and our athletes, helping to shine a […]

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Li Li Leung Named President and CEO of USA Gymnastics

Sports executive Li Li Leung has been appointed president and chief executive officer of USA Gymnastics, the latest leader to take over control of the embattled national governing body. She most recently served as a vice president at the NBA, where she worked on the league’s international partnerships, and also has experience working with USA […]

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USA Hockey and North American Hockey League Announce Partnership

USA Hockey and the North American Hockey League have partnered to further improve the junior hockey development program in the United States. Through the enhanced, long-term partnership, USA Hockey will provide additional resources to the NAHL to continue to improve all facets of the league, including player development, coaching, officiating and overall visibility. “The North American Hockey League […]

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MLS Commissioner Don Garber Receives Contract Extension Through 2023

Major League Soccer has extended the contract of Commissioner Don Garber for another five years through the 2023 season. Headquartered in New York City, the league currently features 27 clubs through the United States and Canada and plans to reach 28 clubs in the coming years. Garber was named MLS commissioner in 1999. During his […]

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World Surf League and Fox Sports Sign Media Rights Agreement

The World Surf League (WSL) and Fox Sports have reached a media rights deal that will make Fox Sports the exclusive U.S. television broadcaster for the WSL 2019 Men’s and Women’s Championship Tour (CT) as well as the Big Wave Tour. Under terms of the agreement, Fox Sports will telecast more than 500 hours of WSL […]

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