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5 Event Ideas for Your Aquatic Center

By Ally Azzarelli When most people picture aquatic centers or community pools, they tend to think of traditional lap swimming — indoors or out. But today’s facilities are diving into far more dynamic territory. From festive holiday celebrations to high-energy fitness events, the opportunities to engage your community and boost

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How Much Land Do You Need to Build a Soccer Venue?

By Ally Azzarelli Why 10-25 Acres Tends to Work Best A 10–25-acre parcel usually provides enough room for a right-sized stadium or primary field experience, training space, circulation, and fan-facing amenities, without drifting into land-heavy sprawl that is expensive to grade, service, and operate, said Justin Papadakis, deputy CEO &

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3 Operational Cost-Saving Tips for Aquatic Centers

By Ally Azzarelli Smart Ways Community Pools Can Reduce Operating Costs   Operating an aquatic center or community pool comes with significant expenses, from energy and staffing to maintenance. In this article, we’ll review what it costs to build and operate an aquatic center and explore three proven cost-saving hacks for

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Why an Indoor Walking Track Belongs in Your Sports Complex

By Ally Azzarelli Right off the bat, there are three reasons why adding an indoor walking track enhances your sports complex. An indoor walking track: Attracts everyday users, seniors, and families, helping fill quiet weekday hours when courts or fields are not booked. Supports wellness for all abilities and provides

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Designing with Dual Purpose: How to Balance Community Use and Tourism Appeal

By Ally Azzarelli The most successful and beloved sports and recreation destinations aren’t just venues that host tournaments. Today, they’re modern, hybrid facilities that serve two purposes: creating spaces that generate tourism and, at the same time, vibrant year-round assets that bring residents together. Across the country, forward-thinking cities are

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How to Create Additional Revenue for Your Sports Complex

By Ally Azzarelli If you manage or operate a sports facility, you’ve most likely experienced the thrill of a busy tournament weekend. Yet, chances are you’ve also felt the sting of empty courts on a Wednesday morning. The good news is there’s untapped revenue hiding in your calendar, your building,

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The Rise of Adult Sports: Why More Grown-Ups Are Joining Teams

By Ally Azzarelli You may have noticed that, in recent years, adult recreational sports leagues and adult team play have gained popularity. No longer restricted to high school or college years, team-based sport participation is becoming an important part of adult life — driven by health, social, and wellness motivations.

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