Discover the humble origins esports: which became an official Olympic sport and has events being compared to major pro sports tournaments.
The Evolution of Esports
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Round Rock, Texas
From soccer to volleyball to quidditch, the Sports Capital of Texas sports team at Round Rock is here to assist you with a variety of complimentary services to ensure your event is successful and memorable for you and your guests.
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Nancy Yawn
512-218-7094
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St. Pete/Clearwater, Florida
Bring your sporting event to St. Pete/Clearwater and experience an unrivaled outdoor paradise. Located on the sun-drenched peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay, this vibrant destination offers world-class venues and state-of-the-art sports facilities designed to please fans and players alike. With year-round sunshine, America’s Best Beaches and miles of urban entertainment to explore, why play anywhere else?
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Establishing a Future for Esports
Diving into the past and present to provide a glimpse into the future By Christopher D. Silbernagel Esports has received plenty of criticism over the years, particularly that it’s an unsustainable, niche market and that it—just as with gaming in general—leaves...
University Esports are Taking Off
Dedicated facilities and programs help push the esports industry forward Collegiate sports and sports clubs have been an integral part of building cognitive skills and sportsmanship. Esports not only foster the same types of growth but also creativity, communication...
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Breathtaking Golf Courses in the Western U.S.
Enjoy high mountain peaks and the Pacific Ocean views with a golfing experience out in the western United States.
The Best Pacific Northwest Beach Venues
Even before summer hits, many people begin looking for beaches to enjoy the water and the heat. The Pacific Northwest provides beautiful beaches, coastlines and beach parks perfect for tournaments, water events or just a fun summer trip.
The Best Mega Facilities for Sports Tournaments
Mega facilities across the United States have brought sports tournaments and events to a whole new level of play.
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The Impact of Esports
A roundtable discussion with tourism leaders on the value of esports Convention and visitors bureaus (CVB) and their respective sports commissions across the globe play critical roles for their unique destination’s marketing and development for tourism—be it for...
Beginner’s Guide to Event Planning
Are you looking to meet like-minded professionals to increase your network? Looking to secure some crowdfunding? Regardless of your goal, hosting an event is a fantastic way to see it through. Planning an event can range from moderately simple to difficult depending...
Best Practices for Grant Programs
The need to have a structure and processes in place has never been more important than it is today for grant programs, and how you and your organizations deploy funds is under more scrutiny now than ever before.
