The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC), the nation's leading resource for developing and managing sports, recreation, and entertainment facilities, announced the opening or groundbreaking of 12 new facilities across the United States in 2025. The new projects will expand youth and amateur sports opportunities while strengthening local economies and fostering community growth. "SFC is thrilled to announce these new facilities in mission to improve the health and economic vita

Perfect Game, the world's largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, today announced that the 23rd annual DICK's All-American Classic, Perfect Game's premiere event of the travel baseball season, will return to Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, on Sunday, August 17, 2025. This marks the first time the event will be held at Petco Park since 2021, with the centerpiece venue having previously hosted the AAC 14 times from 2006-07, 2009-19, and in 2021.

Crunch Fitness today announces the opening of Crunch Lynchburg in Lynchburg, Virginia. The $5 million, 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in Summer 2025. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee Fitness Ventures LLC, Crunch Lynchburg will be located at 2110 Wards Road in the former Big Lots building, creating a new fitness offering for residents of Lynchburg. Fusing fitness with entertainment to make serious fitness fun, Crunch Lynchburg will offer

PickleRage, a premier indoor pickleball club franchise, reflects on a groundbreaking year of success in 2024, highlighted by the opening of three state-of-the-art indoor facilities, a strategic partnership with the renowned Johnson family, and the addition of key leadership hires. With its focus on expansion, cutting-edge technology, and community building, PickleRage continues to set the standard for indoor pickleball, positioning itself as a leader in meeting the growing demand for top-tier

AEG , a leader in sports and live entertainment , has announced a reorganization of its International business division as it continues to expand and grow its global operations. The new structure will better position AEG to successfully pursue its continued growth strategy in key international markets. As part of this change, we will be introducing a new management structure. Adam Wilks, president and CEO of AEG Presents, Europe and Asia Pacific, will oversee AEG Presents&

Everi Holdings Inc. a premier provider of land-based and digital casino gaming content and products, financial technology, player loyalty solutions and bingo, in an agreement with 1/ST, North America's preeminent Thoroughbred horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering company, today announced the launch of their new mobile app and wagering experience, Gulfstream Racing. The new Gulfstream Racing App is now available in the Apple App Store. This launch is part of Everi's strategic

Ace Pickleball Club (APC), a rapidly expanding national pickleball franchise with a community-focused approached, enters 2025 with strong momentum following a phenomenal year of growth. In 2024, APC opened 11 new locations in just its second year of operations. "Pickleball isn't just a sport; it's a movement bringing people together," said Conor Hawks, VP of Franchise Growth at APC. "We're building spaces where players of all skill levels can connect, comp

CR Fitness Holdings LLC., the fastest-growing and leading franchisee of Crunch Fitness, announced the upcoming opening of Crunch Grand Prairie, a $5 million, 34,254 square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility. Projected to open in late Fall 2025, Crunch Grand Prairie is a brand new ground-up construction at 3124 State Highway 161 in Grand Prairie, Texas. Fusing fitness with entertainment to make serious fitness fun, Crunch Grand Prairie will be among the first facilities with the

Pickleball in the Sun, the world's first pickleball marketing agency and a leader in lifestyle branding and experiential pickleball marketing, and PickleRoll, a premier provider of portable pickleball court surfaces, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver turnkey pickleball experiences for brands, events, and conferences. This collaboration offers a unique opportunity for companies to tap into the explosive growth of pickleball – the fastest-growing sport in Am

SmashSwing Immersive, a trailblazer in gaming and golf entertainment, announces significant milestones that underscore its rapid growth and market potential. Installations at Bethpage Golf Course & others SmashSwing has signed letters of intent with three prominent golf courses in New York managed by Brooke Management Group, including Bethpage Golf Course, the world-famous golf facility hosting the 2025 Ryder Cup. This collaboration will bring SmashSwi