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XP League to Launch in Central Florida in May

XP League, an youth esports organization, is launching in Central Florida this spring and compete in titles like Rocket League, Minecraft, and Fortnite. “I’ve spent the last decade working alongside community leaders in Central Florida to help establish Orlando as an epicenter for the growing esports industry,” said Sari Kitelyn, owner of Greater Orlando XP […]

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Triple Crown Sports, Athletes Unlimited Create Partnership

Triple Crown Sports and Athletes Unlimited have announced a partnership for 2023 that will combine the strengths of both organizations through cross-promotion and overall marketing support throughout the upcoming year. Triple Crown Sports — based in Fort Collins, Colorado — produces more than 150 events in the youth and college arenas, with particular emphasis in […]

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IESF World Esports Championships Returns with Record 120 Countries

The International Esports Federation has announced a record 120 countries will compete in the national qualifiers round of the 2023 World Esports Championships, with Iași, Romania, set to host the finals in September. Founded in 2008 by nine-member nations, IESF is currently composed of 130 member federations across five continents. With 120 nations, the 15th […]

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Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour Announces 2023 Schedule

The Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour has announced the competition schedule for the 2023 season. Following the success of the inaugural season, the Beach Pro Tour will travel to new, familiar and iconic locations across four continents. The Elite16 event in Doha, Qatar, kicks off the season on February 1. Tepic, Mexico, and Montréal headline […]

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PlayLA and CAF presented Damian Muñoz, a 9-year-old skater, with a surprise grant of $1,500. Photo Courtesy of PlayLA

LA Department of Recreation and PlayLA Host Adaptive Skateboarding Classes

The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks PlayLA Adaptive Youth Sports Program recently concluded its adaptive skateboarding classes, a first for the city’s youth sports program. Throughout the program, youth with disabilities participated in learning adaptive skateboarding and wheelchair motocross with support from the Challenged Athletes Foundation. PlayLA held four adaptive skateboarding […]

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USA Pickleball Partners with Sport Court

USA Pickleball has announced a three-year partnership with sports surface company Sport Court. The agreement, which went into effect January 1, designates Sport Court as the Official Modular Tile Surface Partner of USA Pickleball. “With the demand for pickleball facilities higher than ever, we are thrilled to partner with a sports industry leader like Sport […]

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The Miami Grand Prix is undergoing many upgrades ahead of the 2023 race. Photo courtesy of Formula 1.

Formula 1 Makes Several Enhancements for Miami Grand Prix

Organizers of the Miami Grand Prix have announced several major changes are being made on and off the track at the Miami International Autodrome ahead of the second running of the race in 2023. Miami’s Formula 1 debut in 2022 delivered a sellout with almost 250,000 spectators visiting the South Florida venue based around Hard […]

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WNBA to Play First Preseason Game in Canada in May 2023

The WNBA has announced that the first WNBA Canada Game will feature the Chicago Sky and Minnesota Lynx on May 13, 2023, at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. It will mark the first WNBA preseason game in Canada. “Bringing a WNBA preseason game to Canada is an important milestone for the global growth of the league,” […]

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76ers Owners Invest in Ripken Baseball, Cooperstown All Star Village

Josh Harris and David Blitzer, the owners of the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils, have announced the completion of a strategic investment in Ripken Baseball and the Cooperstown All Star Village to increase the strength and reach of the organizations to include five baseball facilities across the United States, including four complexes that operate […]

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Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith holds the MVP trophy after the team's NWSL championship game win against the Kansas City Current on October 29, 2022, in Washington. At left is NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman, who said the league plans to expand in 2024 by two teams. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

NWSL Expansion Announcement Coming Soon, Commissioner Says

Long-awaited expansion plans will be announced shortly, National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman said last week before the league held its annual draft at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia. The league plans to add two teams for the 2024 season. Salt Lake City, Utah, is expected to be one of the two […]

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