About Sports Planning Guide

We Connect Sports Planners with Facilities

How We Help

Sports Event Planners

Enabling sports event professionals to make smarter choices about the locations they select has been the driving force behind the Sports Planning Guide (SPG) team since 2009. As a trusted resource for tournament planners seeking unique destinations, SPG delivers exceptional content and in-depth profiles on hundreds of sports tourism facilities across the United States. We combine detailed facility overviews, practical travel insights, and industry-specific trends to help organizers secure the best possible venues.

By continually refining our coverage to stay ahead of sports travel developments, the Sports Planning Guide Subscription ensures planners remain informed and confident. Our commitment to quality and reliability, combined with thorough amenities breakdowns and location advantages, makes SPG the go-to partner for finding the perfect setting for any sporting event—saving time, money, and logistical headaches.

How We Help

Destinations & Facilities

Cities that host sporting events can see economic benefits such as infrastructure development, outside investment and prestige. Even smaller events bring spectators with participants who boost revenue for local businesses and services. But to get into the game they must build facilities and hope that they will draw events that lead to a positive return.

Investing in sports event tourism is a long-term commitment and having a strategic marketing outreach program can mean hosting events that result in many years of increased revenue. This is where Sports Planning Guide comes in. We connect event planners with facilities and destinations they may not be aware of, resulting in the perfect union of event and destination.

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Sports Planning Guide Magazines

Sports Planning Guide is an industry-leading publication designed to streamline the sports planning process for event organizers, athletic directors and other sports professionals. Our flagship magazine offers in-depth features on tournament-ready facilities, spotlighting top venues and resources across the country. From discovering new complexes to understanding local attractions, the Sports Planning Guide magazine equips you with the knowledge you need to plan successful sporting events.

Beyond the primary publication, we also create Where2Play Guides and comprehensive State Guides, both of which are included as part of the Sports Planning Guide brand. Where2Play Guides deliver sport-specific insights to help you find ideal venues in different regions, while our State Guides highlight premier facilities, cities and event services within key states. Together, these resources form a one-stop solution for anyone seeking to organize unforgettable athletic competitions.

SPG Has Even More Products To Offer

Weekly Newsletter

  • Delivered weekly to over 5,000 top event planners across the U.S., the SPG InSite newsletter highlights industry news, trends, trusted industry partners and more Subscribe for FREE

Facility Profiles

  • SPG provides information on sports venues to thousands of sports event planners who utilize SPG as a trusted source for facility insights and information

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SPG Site InSpections

  • SPG Site InSpections present details about multiple sports facilities within a destination, providing valuable information on venue features and location benefits. Each site inspection includes links for further info and a contact form that directly connects readers with the appropriate destination representative, making it easier for event planners to gather insights and initiate collaboration

Sports Facility News

  • Stay up to date with the latest developments in sports venues and facilities with SPG’s Breaking Ground news section. From groundbreaking new stadiums and youth athletic venues to major renovations and emerging trends in facility management, we bring you the news that shapes the future of sports facilities.