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Paris Olympics Volleyball
The U.S. women's volleyball team earned a silver medal at the 2024 Olympic Summer Games in Paris. (AP Photo/Dolores Ochoa)

FIVB Names Three U.S. Cities to Host 2027 Women’s World Cup

Three cities and venues in the United States have been announced as hosts for the the first FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup, which will take place in the U.S. and Canada next summer. Anaheim, California (Honda Center); Omaha, Nebraska (CHI Health Center Arena); and Orlando, Florida (Kia Center) will be the U.S. locations, while the […]

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Jason Siegel marks his 10th anniversary as President and CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission this month. (Courtesy GO Sports!)

Q&A: Jason Siegel, CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission

The opening ceremony for the 2028 Olympic Summer Games are two years away, but the Olympic experience will not be confined just to Los Angeles. Oklahoma City will be hosting multiple events during the Games themselves, cities (including Louisville for USA Gymnastics) across the U.S. will host Olympic Trials in the run-up to the Games […]

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Orlando to Host 2026 USA Fencing North American Cup

USA Fencing has awarded the October 2026 North American Cup to Orlando, Florida, with the event to be staged October 9–12, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center. The event will mark the first tournament on the national governing body’s 2026–2027 calendar. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with the Greater Orlando Sports Commission on our […]

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Photo by Matt Stroshane, courtesy of Walt Disney World

Orlando to Host MAAC Men’s and Women’s Golf Championships

The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, Walt Disney World Resort and Arnold Palmer Golf Management have announced the return of the MAAC Men’s and Women’s Golf Championships to Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, in 2026. The MAAC will unveil a new championship format, separating the men’s and women’s championships for the first […]

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Lake County, Florida, to Host 2026 Tim Selinske United States Masters Disc Golf Championships

The Professional Disc Golf Association has announced Lake County, Florida, as the host for the 2026 Tim Selinske United States Masters Disc Golf Championships. The event will feature over 400 athletes from across the nation competing in a four–day tournament across five premier disc golf courses. “Hosting this event is a testament to the collaboration […]

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2025 AAU Junior National Volleyball Championships
The 2025 AAU Junior National Volleyball Championships in Orlando set numerous records. AAU Photo

2025 AAU Junior Volleyball National Championships Sets Record

The Amateur Athletic Union’s annual AAU Junior Volleyball National Championships — hosted from from June 13 to July 7 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando — set participation and attendance records as the 24-day event brought in an 325,500 estimated attendees with a total of 6,500 teams, including more than 390 Central Florida […]

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2026 USA Volleyball Open National Championship Heads to Orlando

The 2026 USA Volleyball Open National Championship will take place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando from May 22–27. “Orlando has always been a vibrant hub for sports and entertainment, making it the perfect location to host the 2026 USA Volleyball Open National Championship,” said Steve Bishop, chief operating officer of USA Volleyball. […]

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Greater Orlando Sports Commission Unveils New Logo

The Greater Orlando Sports Commission has announced the launch of its new logo. GO Sports selected branding agency Joe Bosack & Co — which has worked with the NCAA, Nike, Turner Sports, Fox Sports, university athletic departments and NFL teams — to lead the transformation. “With the announcement of today’s rebrand, we’re excited to embrace […]

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Greater Orlando Sports Commission Announces Promotions and New Hire for 2025

The Greater Orlando Sports Commission has announced a series of promotions and one new hire ahead of its 2025 calendar of events. “We are thrilled to announce the well-earned promotions of our outstanding team members,” said President and Chief Executive Officer Jason Siegel. “These individuals have shown remarkable dedication, leadership and skill, playing a key […]

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Orlando Welcomes U.S. Paralympics Swimming National Championships

The best Paralympic swimmers in the nation are headed to Orlando as U.S. Paralympics Swimming will host its National Championships at the Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center from December 13–15, 2024. It will be the second time U.S. Paralympics Swimming has hosted an event in Orlando, following the 2023 edition. The Rosen Aquatic & Fitness […]

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