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Populous Unveils Georgia Tech Baseball Renovations

Populous, in association with Collins Cooper Carusi, has recently completed and unveiled the second phase of renovations at Georgia Tech’s recently renamed Mac Nease Baseball Park at Russ Chandler Stadium. The second phase, at a cost of $10 million, includes a new entry plaza plus Champions Hall, a two-story, multipurpose gathering space for fans on the […]

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‘The Epicenter’ Torch Placed at Weidner Field Entrance

A unique sculpture designed to reflect the pride of Colorado Springs as Olympic City, USA, will be placed at the entrance to Weidner Field, the new home of the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. The sculpture, called ‘The Epicenter,” will be formally unveiled on April 23. The iconic $4.5 million public art piece will showcase two […]

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Outdoor Competition Venues Selected for World Games 2022 in Birmingham

The Birmingham (Alabama) Organizing Committee for The World Games 2022 has selected Oak Mountain State Park, Barber Motorsports Park and John Carroll Catholic High School to host outdoor competitions during the upcoming international multisport event. “The excitement about the competition at these venues grows as we unveil each one,” The World Games 2022 CEO Nick […]

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SFC to Manage and Operate Kingsport, Tennessee, Sports Complex

TNT Sportsplex in Kingsport, Tennessee, will be managed and operated by Sports Facilities Companies. The venue, which has been serving Kingsport and the Tri-Cities of Tennessee since 2015, hosts local and regional tournaments and events as well as camps, clinics, and leagues for youth and adults. SFC will manage the daily operations including, marketing, event […]

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Inter Miami Finds Stadium Naming Rights Partner in AutoNation

Inter Miami CF, a week before the start of the Major League Soccer season, has announced a naming-rights agreement for its stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with AutoNation that will see its venue rebranded as DRV PNK Stadium for the next three years. The agreement also includes AutoNation branding on the Inter Miami training gear. […]

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The Colorado Rockies warm up for practice on March 31 in Denver. A small number of fans were allowed to watch the Rockies go through a workout Wednesday, the day before the opening-day game between the Rockies and the Los Angeles Dodgers. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Major League Baseball Moves 2021 All-Star Game to Denver

In a year in which Major League Baseball has tried to deaden the baseball slightly in an attempt to have fewer home runs and bring more strategy into the game, the league will bring its Midsummer Classic to a venue that is known for some long balls leaving the park. Major League Baseball has announced […]

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Frank Kelleher Named President of Daytona International Speedway

NASCAR veteran Frank Kelleher has been named president of Daytona International Speedway, succeeding Chip Wile, who will be promoted to an expanded role of senior vice president, chief track properties officer overseeing 13 NASCAR-owned tracks. Kelleher previously served as NASCAR senior vice president and chief sales officer where he oversaw a team responsible for business […]

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Monster Energy Supercross Prepares for Atlanta Speedway Infield Event

The 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series will go to one of the more unique setups in series history when it races in the infield at Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, Georgia, starting April 10 and continuing for a full week. The April triple-header will be a first for the speedway and a first for […]

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San Jose Earthquakes, PayPal Agree to 10-Year Stadium Naming Rights Partnership

The San Jose Earthquakes have signed a 10-year naming rights sponsorship agreement for its stadium with PayPal Holdings, making the Major League Soccer club’s home known as PayPal Park. PayPal Park will feature a 250-seat reserved section for underserved members of the community and provide them with access to complimentary tickets and transportation to and […]

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