Enthusiasm Reigns in the Great Lakes By Jennifer Lee At destinations large and small, the Great Lakes region offers sports-event organizers the chance to stage their events in front of packed crowds. Teams and athletes that visit the Great Lakes region can count on exceptional facilities, original attractions and local support, which is why so many organizers […]
Continue ReadingRaising the Bar By John Conroy Despite marquee events, world-class athletes and a star turn every four years at the Olympic Summer Games, track and field in the United States has struggled to find ways to compete for attention against more mainstream sports. Recently, though, the sport has seen major developments—among them, significant international events […]
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Leigh Steinberg
There was a time when it seemed every top pick in the NFL draft was represented by Leigh Steinberg. And that wasn’t too far from the truth. At the height of his career through the 1990s, Steinberg represented eight first picks and several dozen first-rounders. When Cameron Crowe was doing research for “Jerry Maguire,” it was Steinberg he followed around to study. But Steinberg’s career faced a serious setback after a public battle with alcohol that cost him his agent certification. Sober for six years and having regained his certificate, he now represents University of Memphis star Paxton Lynch in the 2016 draft. He also has formed Steinberg Ventures to raise money for products that can prevent concussions, an issue on which he has advocated for years. In this interview with SportsTravel’s Jason Gewirtz, Steinberg discusses the impact of concussions, making “Jerry Maguire”…
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Visit Anaheim Announces Formation of Sports Anaheim
Visit Anaheim (California), the destination marketing organization for Orange County…
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Peoria, Illinois
Peoria, Illinois, is quickly becoming a mecca for sporting events. With a number of state of the art facilities, Peoria can play home to all types of event of all sizes, making it one of the top sports destinations in the country. Peoria’s newest complex, The Louisville Slugger Sports Complex, will be one of the […]
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Burson-Marsteller Acquires TSE Consulting
The public relations and communications firm Burson-Marsteller has acquired a majority stake in international sports consulting firm…
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Clifford “Rip” Rippetoe Named President and CEO of the San Diego Convention Center Corporation
Clifford “Rip” Rippetoe has been appointed president and CEO of the San Diego Convention Center Corporation…
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Gianni Infantino Elected President of FIFA
Gianni Infantino has been elected president of FIFA, and will complete the current term in office, which lasts through 2019. Infantino was selected on the second…
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Anthony Travel Acquired by On Location Experiences
Anthony Travel, the largest university and sports travel management company in the country, has been acquired by On Location Experiences…
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Orlando to Host AAU Girls’ Volleyball Championships Through 2020
The AAU Girls’ Junior National Volleyball Championships will be held in Orlando through 2020, according…
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