Municipal capital allocation across mid-sized cities and suburban regional districts has undergone a profound strategic shift. Over the past decade, local park and recreation boards routinely justified recreational spending on the basis of public wellness, open park access, and local …
Category: Sports Tourism
The 2026 FIFA World Cup formally concluded on July 19, 2026, leaving a legacy of expanded formats and record attendances. North America saw an unprecedented footprint with extended teams and venues.
For the first time, 48 national teams required elite-level …
Neyland Stadium tourism is a useful case study because it links three decisions that community sport planners often examine separately: stadium renovation, mixed-use development, and public access around major event days. In Knoxville, the University of Tennessee’s work around Neyland …