Category: Sideline Chat

At TEAMS ’25, we spoke with Christina Mancuso of Visit Atlantic City and the Atlantic City Sports Commission about why this is an ideal destination for sporting events. She discussed the city’s continuously evolving infrastructure, including venues like the Atlantic City Convention Center and Boardwalk Hall. She details the million-dollar sport courts used for basketball, volleyball […]

 The southern Ontario destination of Waterloo, Canada is stepping up its game when it comes to hosting sports events. In this Sideline Chat filmed at the TEAMS Conference & Expo, Allister Scorgie, director of sport hosting for Explore Waterloo Region, shares how the destination’s investment in sports tourism (including grant efforts, facilities and more) […]

 Great venues and great weather are just a couple of the reasons Greater Ontario, Calif., is always an excellent option for hosting sports events. But in this Sideline Chat filmed at the TEAMS Conference & Expo, Justin Balancio, senior manager, national sales for GOCAL – Greater Ontario California, shared a few reasons why this […]

 Tucson, Arizona, has long been a great option for hosting competitions, but now may be a better time than ever. That was a takeaway from the recent Sideline Chat with Bree Lopez, sports sales manager for Visit Tucson, which she took part in during this year’s TEAMS Conference & Expo. In this video, Lopez […]

Event organizers know San Jose, California, is home to world-class venues such as SAP Center at San Jose and Sharks Ice at San Jose (the largest ice center west of the Mississippi River) — not to mention Paypal Park and CEFCU Stadium. But in this Sideline Chat filmed during the TEAMS Conference & Expo, Matthew […]

 Maryland is home to sports venues as varied as the state itself — and these offerings are only growing. In this Sideline Chat, filmed during the TEAMS Conference & Expo, Terry Hasseltine, executive director of the Maryland Sports Commission, explains how event organizers can be confident that they will work with a dedicated team […]

 Bentonville, Arkansas, offers ideal sports facilities alongside a vibrant cultural scene. At this year’s TEAMS Conference & Expo, Amy Springer, sports sales manager at Visit Bentonville, shared why now is the perfect time to bring competitions to the city. Proudly claiming the title of mountain-bike capital of the world, Bentonville pairs elite outdoor recreation […]

Fort Wayne, Indiana, is in the midst of a major transformation, with millions invested in its downtown and sports facilities. Centrally located within a few hours of Chicago, Detroit and Indianapolis, the destination offers easy access for teams and organizers. In this Sideline Chat, filmed during this year’s TEAMS Conference & Expo, Jazmin Zavala, sports […]

Ocean City is combining top-tier facilities with a beachside atmosphere to deliver powerful experiences for athletes and organizers alike. With over 11,000 hotel rooms, nine miles of beach and three miles of boardwalk, Ocean City offers a vibrant and family-friendly setting for sports events of all kinds. The destination has elevated its offerings with the […]

Bloomington, Minnesota, consistently supports sports at every level, backed by strong infrastructure and community partnerships. In this Sideline Chat, filmed at this year’s TEAMS Conference & Expo, Karl Heiberg, destination sales associate for Bloomington, Minn. Travel & Tourism, shares how the city is gearing up for major events in 2026, including the IIHF World Junior […]