As a consultant in the sport feasibility industry, I attended the 22nd annual National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) Symposium recently held in Oklahoma City, OK. The symposium brought together events rights holders and sport governing bodies with sports commissions and conventions and visitors bureaus. The state of the travel sports industry is trending positive although there are challenges. Of note is the increased reliance on rebates and commissions for tournament lodging accommodations. “Stay to Play” is becoming more commonplace. The main take-away is that the relationship between hoteliers and event rights holders needs to be more athletic/attendee-focused.
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As Surfing Popularity Rises, Plans For Surf Parks Surge
January 26, 2023
Summary The popularity of surfing has grown significantly in recent years, especially in the United States. According to a study published by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), the number of surfers has increased by more than 35% in less than a decade. The survey also found that surfers live all across the country,
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