Making the Jump to a State Games Event By Karen Robes Meeks For hundreds of thousands of amateur athletes, the chance to compete in a winter or summer state games competition marks the pinnacle of their sports accomplishments. When it comes to participating in sporting events, Luke Armstrong isn’t terribly focused on the results, which […]
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Several states, including Michigan, have added a winter games component to their state games offerings. About 35 states organize state games events or are in the process of offering them for amateur athletes. Photo courtesy of Hugh Carey/The Grand Rapids Press/AP Images
A Region That Rises Above
Along the southeastern seaboard, the culture combines a little bit of the East Coast and a whole lot of the South. And regardless of whether the city is pushing 1 million residents or barely breaking 100,000, in the South-Atlantic, the general consensus is that sports rule. Big cities boast big-name professional teams and a roster […]
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Cabarrus County, North Carolina
Small town charm meets big city adventure in North Carolina’s southern piedmont. Located just minutes north of uptown Charlotte, Cabarrus County is easily accessible via Interstate 85, Amtrak, Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Concord Regional Airport. Superb facilities, a favorable climate and many top Charlotte area attractions make Cabarrus County a winning combination for […]
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You almost couldn’t have written a better script for the 2016 Ryder Cup: a smooth operation, record-breaking crowds, beautiful weather and a convincing win for the Americans on their home turf. Even a couple of problems that cropped up were handled quickly and decisively. “There was a high level of satisfaction on how well the team executed and how well…
Archery Events Hit a Target Market By Zoie Clift Thanks to the popularity of the “Hunger Games” and a strong national team, archery has piqued the interests of venues capable of hosting championship-level events Thanks in large part to the popularity of “The Hunger Games” books and movies, archery has gained and enjoyed a boost in […]
Continue ReadingTipping Off in the Southwest By Karen Robes Meeks While much of America experiences the chill of winter, the Southwest basks in the sun. It’s a distinct advantage for organizers looking to plan their sporting events without unpredictable weather distractions. “We have great weather all year long. It’s one of our biggest strengths,” said Ed […]
Continue ReadingMajor League Lacrosse Championship
The world’s best lacrosse players weathered the storm to stage an exciting title game. The 2016 Major League Lacrosse Championship provided fans an action-packed event at Kennesaw State University’s Fifth Third Bank Stadium, just north of Atlanta. After enduring a first-half downpour, fans saw the Denver Outlaws edge the Ohio Machine, 19-18, to earn their second…
Yoga Not a Stretch For Many Events By Karen Robes Meeks Until about five years ago, Liana Lozada’s interest in yoga did not extend beyond the gym. The 30-year-old writer from Miami practiced yoga occasionally to help with back problems stemming from endometriosis, but it wasn’t until 2011 when she checked out the Wanderlust Festival […]
Continue ReadingEvents With an Impact in the South By Greg Mellen Rich in history, culture and resources, destinations in the South have what it takes to host a wide range of memorable sporting events. To many, it may seem the South is all about Roll Tide, Razorbacks, Ragin’ Cajuns and all things football. But there’s so […]
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Winners of the 2016 SportsTravel Awards Announced at TEAMS ’16 in Atlantic City
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