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S.P.O.R.T.S.
Aug. 30 - Sept. 1, 2010, in Branson, MO, S.P.O.R.T.S. is the most unique forum in the sports events marketplace today. Developed for sports event planners, this annual event has become known for its one-of-a-kind town hall meetings where only sports event planners are in the room! S.P.O.R.T.S. also offers planners the opportunity to make a single presentation to destination marketing representatives that are eager to host their events. Then, planners and their host city colleagues can schedule a one-on-one visit to see if they are a good match. S.P.O.R.T.S. is also an incredible opportunity to connect, build relationships, develop new strategies, win cash awards and have a great time!

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	CHECK OUT THE NEW EVENT MATCH PROGRAM! SportsEvents Magazine wants to help sports event organizers find their perfect destination or supplier. The Event Match Program can help you identify destinations, venues and suppliers of interest for your upcoming sporting events. Click HERE to get started!
	*GET INSIDE SPORTSEVENTS’ CURRENT ISSUE* The August issue of SportsEvents is packed with natural venues for your sports events, including our second installment of social media articles teaching how to build a fan-base using social media and insight on what a game would be like without officials. Other features include protecting athletes from concussions, focusing on beach volleyball, and much more! To access this issue online, click HERE.
	Gulf Coast Oil Spill Updates and News Learn the latest on how the oil spill is affecting sports events on the Gulf Coast. Also included are updates on how where the oil is making landfall and what’s being done to contain it. CLICK HERE to read the latest.
	SITE SELECTION GUIDE: NORTHWEST According to Tammy Dunn, CSEE, sports marketing manager for the Snohomish County Sports Commission. "Snohomish County, Wash., is well known for its miles of shoreline, peaceful lakes and streams, natural scenic beauty, and plenty of outdoor adventure...These attractions provide a perfect backdrop for such sports events as rafting, boating, kayaking, hiking, biking and hot air ballooning.” The Northwest is a perfect part of the country to consider for your future sport event! CLICK HERE to sign up for our newsletters!
	INDUSTRY NEWS We’ve got the latest sports industry news that you need to know, including information about NAIA events, sports events that are facing cancellation and why, and much more. CLICK HERE to read more, as well as read about the people, events and venues that are making news.
	ANNUAL SOCCER FIELDS & FACILITIES DIRECTORY If you need information about soccer fields for your state, regional or national soccer tournament, CLICK HERE to access our current Soccer Fields & Facilities Directory. If you’d like to list your soccer fields and facilities, CLICK HERE to let our directory administrator know and she’ll send over a listing form.
	SKATER'S EDGE SOURCEBOOK 2010 EDITION NOW AVAILABLE The 2011 Edition of Skater’s Edge Sourcebook will be available soon! Skater’s Edge is the industry’s definitive resource for all aspects of ice sports across North America—featuring thousands of facility listings, organizations and leagues, manufacturers and suppliers, and other key industry contacts. Don’t miss the special section on the U.S. Olympic team. To access these listings now, CLICK HERE. To purchase your copy of the book, CLICK HERE. To list your organization in this powerful annual resource, CLICK HERE to get for a renewal form.
	ONLINE EXTRAS We’re offering even more planning resources this month with bonus columns and additional stories. CLICK HERE “Time To ‘Tweeten’ Up Your Event!" by Athlete Paul Peavy. Paul discusses the benefits of using Twitter.com to help promote your sports event. CLICK HERE to read “Major Pro Tennis Event Brings International Attention To Birmingham” by Peyton Posey, who discusses the positive experience Fed Cup team members had in Birmingham, Ala., for the semi-finals of their team competition.
	LOOKING AHEAD/SNEAK PEEK Here’s what’s coming up in our July, August, & September issues: • Skater’s Edge Sourcebook in July. • Natural Venues Guide in August. • Maximizing Convention Centers as Sports Venues in September. CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE MAGAZINE. IT’S FREE TO THOSE IN THE SPORTS EVENTS PLANNING INDUSTRY!

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Sports Commissions & CVBs – December 2010
The #1 resource for sports events planners, SportsEvents' annual planner's guide is a comprehensive reference tool of sports commissions and CVBs when selecting the next destination for your sporting event. SportsEvents’ readers are involved with the site selection for thousands of sports events with more than $5 billion in direct spending each year. Get in the game and don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to reach more than 16,000 sports event planners.
Space Reservation: 10/17/10 · Materials: 11/1/10

Baseball/Softball Fields & Facilities Directory – October 2010
Published annually and distributed to key decision-makers within the baseball and softball industries, the 2009 Baseball/Softball Fields & Facilities Directory will include field information for over 500 destinations across the United States and will also include special sections for suppliers and manufacturers of baseball and softball-related goods and services. This year-round reference tool will be utilized both in print and online by facility managers, coaches, program directors, planners of local, regional and national competitions and officials within the top governing bodies of baseball and softball.
Space Reservation: 8/15/10 · Materials: 9/1/10

Soccer Fields & Facilities Directory – April 2011
Published annually and distributed to key decision-makers within the soccer industry, the 2010 Soccer Fields & Facilities Directory will list soccer facility information for more than 500 destinations across the United States and will also include special sections for suppliers and manufacturers of soccer-related goods and services. This year-round reference tool will be utilized in print and online by soccer facility managers, coaches, program directors, club managers, planners of local, regional and national soccer competitions and officials within soccer's top governing bodies.
Space Reservation: 2/15/11 · Materials: 3/1/11

S.P.O.R.T.S.

Slated for Aug. 30 - Sept. 1, 2010, in Branson, MO, S.P.O.R.T.S. is the most unique forum in the sports events marketplace today. Developed for sports event planners, this annual event has become known for its one-of-a-kind town hall meetings where only sports event planners are in the room! S.P.O.R.T.S. also offers planners the opportunity to make a single presentation to destination marketing representatives that are eager to host their events. Then, planners and their host city colleagues can schedule a one-on-one visit to see if they are a good match. S.P.O.R.T.S. is also an incredible opportunity to connect, build relationships, develop new strategies, win cash awards and have a great time!

CLICK HERE to register.
CLICK HERE to view the event summary.
CLICK HERE to view the event agenda.
CLICK HERE to reserve your hotel room.
To see if you qualify for a FREE registration, CLICK HERE.
Call (800) 968-0712 for more information.

Resources

	Check Out The SportsEvents Digital Edition The entire issue of SportsEvents is now accessible in a digital format. Flip through page by page to read our great planning tips, full-color layouts and advertisements. Search the current issue or archives by keyword; e-mail stories to other industry professionals and friends; visit linked websites; and find other reader-friendly tools by clicking here.
	City Search Need more info on cities that are willing to roll out the red carpet for your sporting events? Click here to learn more about regions of the United States or specific destinations you are interested in learning more about, and we'll see that you receive the information you need.
	Ask The Experts Have a question about the sports events industry? The SportsEvents Editorial Advisory Board is here to answer your questions. Click here to submit your questions and get to know the SportsEvents Editorial Advisory Board.
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	Event Planning Made Easy With SportsEvents Electronic Bid Sheet Here's your chance to let sports venues across America know about your upcoming events. Best of all, it's absolutely free. Listing your upcoming events is fast and easy. Find out more.
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S.P.O.R.T.S. Educational Forum, produced by SportsEvents magazine
Learn why S.P.O.R.T.S. is the industry’s premier educational forum for sports event planners, including administrators of sport national governing bodies, event owners, grassroots organizers and destination officials.

S.P.O.R.T.S. 2010: Aug 30-Sept 1, Branson, MO.
S.P.O.R.T.S. 2009: Sept. 16-18, Orlando, Fla.
S.P.O.R.T.S. 2008: Dec. 7-9, West Palm Beach, Fla.
S.P.O.R.T.S. 2007: May 14-16 , Birmingham, Ala.

SportsEvents Destination Showcase

Wondering where to plan your next sporting event? Follow the links below to get instant information on these regions and destinations profiled in SportsEvents magazine.

Featured Destinations

Pasadena, CA

Destinations in the Southeast

Alabama	Arkansas	Florida	Georgia
Kentucky	Louisiana	Mississippi	North Carolina
South Carolina	Tennessee	Virginia	West Virginia

Destinations in the West

California	Colorado	Nevada	Utah
Wyoming

Destinations in the Mid-Atlantic

Washington	Maryland	Delaware	New Jersey
Pennsylvania	New York