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Convention Centers Primed for Martial Arts Competitions

Convention centers are more than exhibits halls and meeting places. These facilities feature hundreds of square feet for a diverse array of sporting events, including intense competitions from various forms of martial arts such as Karate and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. SPG has highlighted five adaptable and unique convention centers across the nation, not only primed for martial arts competitions but also with a history of hosting these exciting events.

Elite 8: The Best Olympic Training Centers in America

Pick a sport and it is likely that there’s a major facility in the United States geared towards helping athletes train for international competition. From Utah to New Jersey, state-of-the-art facilities are being utilized more than ever to help competitors polish off their skillsets. The venues on this list have allowed American athletes to prepare for their arduous tasks.

Premier Indoor Arenas of the West

From the dry deserts of Arizona to the marine climate of the Cascades region, the range of environments in the western United States vary drastically. Depending on the time of year, outdoor sports events can be difficult to pull off, which is why indoor arenas play such a crucial role for urban economy. With a range from large to small to meet every event planner’s needs, SPG breaks it down to seven premier indoor arenas of the west.

Top-Notch Volleyball Courts for Your Next Tournament

Take it from someone who played volleyball for 14 years and has coached club and high school volleyball—here are 10 volleyball facilities (arranged in descending order by number of courts) that you’ll seriously want to consider when hosting a volleyball tournament.

10 Excellent Adaptive Sports Centers in the United States

Paralympic and adaptive sports have risen in popularity, as more and more people with disabilities are clamoring to hit the gym or run laps around the track. Technological developments are a big reason for this. Years ago an amputee who lost her foot couldn’t run laps, but new technology has led to prosthetic limbs that make it possible for that same person to compete in track and field.

Seven of the Best New and Historic Indoor Arenas in the Midwest

From the court to the ice, pro wrestling rings and more, indoor arenas play an important role to the tourism industry with their adaptability for sports and entertainment events. Indoor arenas provide climate-controlled fun for all visitors, without the worry of weather-related delays or cancellations. In the Midwest particularly, where weather can be unpredictable any season, this can be a critical safety net. To help event planners with the venue selection process, SPG has compiled a list of seven premier indoor arenas in the Midwest.

Ski Resorts With Most Vertical Drop in the United States

From the Rockies to the Tetons to the Appalachians of the East, United States mountain ranges offer skiers and snowboarders plenty of thrilling slopes without the need to renew a passport. Listed below are the top 10 ski resorts with the most vertical drop in the U. S. Not mentioned in this list is Whiteface in Lake Placid, N.Y., which has the greatest vertical descent in the Eastern United States at 3,216 vertical feet.

Seven Premier Multi-Sport Indoor Arenas in the East

Indoor arenas are a major part of the entertainment and sports worlds, with events ranging from basketball to live music, comedy and more. On the sports spectrum there is a significant variety continuing to grow, particularly with the emergence of esports and indoor pickleball. Event planners searching for some of the top sports spots in the eastern U.S. need look no further as SPG takes a look at seven of the best.

7 Premier Swimming Venues in the U.S.

Swimming continues to dominate as a prominent sport at multiple levels. This doesn’t just include serious athletes, but also communities at large, all with different interests, goals and skill levels. SPG has taken into consideration these factors when compiling this list, looking at locations with everyone in mind. Whether you’re an aspiring Olympian or just looking to stay fit, these seven premier venues for swimming in the United States are sure to please.

10 of the Best Hockey Venues in the United States

Hockey continues to grow in popularity throughout the United States, particularly out west with new professional and semi-pro teams in states like Nevada, Washington and California. With these new additions, a thriving local interest prompts the need for facilities where youths and adults can play too. As these new regions become hockey hot spots, event planners need to know where to host their next tournament. SPG covers 10 of the best venues dedicated to hockey in the United States.

26 Top Indoor Sports Complexes Ready for Next Tournament

From Emerson, Georgia to Rockford, Illinois, new indoor venues continue to spring up all around us. Equipped with state-of-the-art features like video boards and on-site hotels, these locations can’t help but appeal to tournament planners across America. Though some benefit from the local attractions around them, others simply lure spectators based on the amenities found at their facilities.

Top College Track and Field Stadiums in the United States

Some of the most featured Summer Olympic competitions are track and field events. Thousands of screaming fans fill stadiums and countless people from every corner of the earth sit glued to their television screens. Deafening cheering and applause is momentarily...