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ICF OKC
Riversport Founder Mike Knopp, right, gave the International Canoe Federation delegation a tour of the Riversport complex. ICF Photo

International Canoe Federation Members Visit Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City recently presented International Canoe Federation members with keys to the city as preparations continue for the canoe slalom events in the build-up to the 2028 Olympic Summer Games. ICF President Thomas Konietzko, Vice President Lluis Rabaneda and Secretary General Richard Pettit received keys from Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt during their two-day visit […]

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Super Bowl XLVII – Baltimore Ravens v San Francisco 49ers
Perhaps the most high-profile power-related issue at a major sports event came during the 2013 Super Bowl, when the lights went out at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

No Concerns Over Blackout Repeat, Say New Orleans Super Bowl Leaders

Super Bowl XLVII could be remembered for many things; the first Super Bowl where the coaches were brothers, Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis’ last NFL game, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco dueling San Francisco 49ers young star Colin Kaepernick and a halftime performance from Beyoncé and Destiny’s Child. But what most remember from the Ravens’ 34-31 […]

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Bassmaster Classic 2026

2026 Bassmaster Classic Headed to Knoxville

Knoxville, Tennessee, will host the 2026 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Under Armour from March 13–15, the city’s third time hosting the “Super Bowl of Fishing.” Knoxville hosted the Bassmaster Classic in 2019 and 2023, which generated an estimated economic impact of more than $35.5 million for the community. The 2023 event was […]

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Gran Fondo National Series

Gran Fondo National Series Adds Event in Payson, Utah

The Gran Fondo National Series has announced the launch of a new event — the Gran Fondo Utah in Payson. Gran Fondo Utah on June 7, 2025, will feature multiple route options to accommodate riders of varying abilities. The event will coincide with the Founder’s Day festival in town. “We are excited to be selected […]

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Utah State Games of America
Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox speaks at the press conference announcing that Salt Lake City will host the 2030 State Games of America. Photo by Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games

Salt Lake City to Host 2030 State Games of America

The 2030 State Games of America will take place in Salt Lake City, hosted by the Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games and Southern Utah University. Larry H. Miller, the rights holder to Utah’s official state games, will partner with the National Congress of State Games and Sports Salt Lake to host the biennial competition, […]

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Wrexham Kop Stand
This Populous rendering shows the vision for the new, permanent Kop Stand at STōK Cae Ras stadium.

Wrexham Unveils Plans for New Kop Stand at STōK Cae Ras Stadium

Wrexham AFC has unveiled plans for a permanent 5,500-seat Kop Stand at the club’s STōK Cae Ras stadium, including a provision for a safe standing area. The new Kop Stand would be designed with a roof to amplify sound from the spectators towards the pitch. The new stand would allow the STōK Cae Ras Stadium […]

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Justin Romero

Justin Romero Named Executive Director of USOP National Pickleball Center

Pickleball 4 America, owner of the US Open Pickleball Championships, has hired Justin Romero as the executive director of its renamed USOP National Pickleball Center in Naples, Florida. Romero, a former college tennis player and professional pickleball player, will oversee all aspects of the USOP NPC’s operations including membership, instruction and the USOP Pro Shop […]

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2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup

Sydney to Host 2027 Rugby World Cup Final

Sydney’s 83,000-seat Olympic Stadium will host the 2027 Rugby World Cup final, World Rugby and the local organizing committee announced on Thursday. Sydney will also host five pool matches, two round-of-16 matches, two quarterfinals, both semifinals and the bronze match in addition to the tournament finale. World Rugby also announced six other host cities for […]

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2025 Beach Volleyball Championship

2025 NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship Moving to Alabama

The 2025 NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship on May 2–4 will be relocated to the Gulf Shores in Alabama from Huntington Beach, California, given the Southern California region’s relief efforts after massive fires throughout the area. The NCAA and the Orange County Sports Commission collaborated with host school Long Beach State on the decision to move […]

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USA Cycling COR

USA Cycling Extends Partnership with COR BMX Park

USA Cycling and COR BMX Park in South Jordan, Utah, have renewed their partnership through 2025 as the facility will remain the hub for U.S. National Team training camps as athletes prepare for the 2025 UCI World Cups and World Championships. The partnership will emphasize athlete development, creating opportunities for riders to hone their skills […]

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