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Downtime At A Tournament? What To Do!

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Downtime at a Tournament? What to Do!
Hey Travelsporters!

Good luck to everyone who is playing at Memorial Day tournaments this weekend. Thank you to all who have served as we remember and honor those who have fallen.

– Team Travelsports

What to do with your downtime during a tournament?

During downtime when traveling to a youth sports tournament, it’s important to keep the team engaged and make the most of the experience.

Here are some suggestions for activities during your teams downtime:

Relaxation and Recreation: Downtime is a great opportunity for relaxation and recreation. Consider activities like swimming, playing games, or simply enjoying some leisure time at the hotel. Some hotels may offer recreational facilities like a pool, gym, or outdoor spaces that can be utilized for team activities.

Sightseeing and Exploration: Take advantage of the opportunity to explore the tournament’s host city or nearby attractions. Visit local landmarks, museums, parks, or other points of interest. It can be both educational and fun for the team.

Team Meetings and Strategy Sessions: Utilize the downtime for team meetings to discuss game strategies, review performances, or plan for upcoming matches. This can be an excellent opportunity for coaches and players to communicate, set goals, and make adjustments.

Volunteer or Community Service: Engage the team in a volunteer or community service activity. Look for local organizations or initiatives that may need assistance. It not only provides a valuable learning experience but also promotes a sense of giving back.

Cultural and Educational Activities: Research the local culture and history of the tournament’s location. Plan visits to cultural centers, historical sites, or museums that can provide insights into the local heritage. It can be an educational experience for the team.

Team Dinners or Social Events: Arrange team dinners or social events during downtime. This can be a fun way to celebrate accomplishments, build team spirit, and enjoy local cuisine together. Look for nearby restaurants or consider organizing a potluck or BBQ at a suitable location.

Rest and Recovery: Downtime is also essential for rest and recovery, especially for young athletes. Make sure to prioritize downtime for relaxation, proper sleep, and rejuvenation. Encourage team members to take care of their physical and mental well-being.

Group Activities and Games: Plan group activities or games that promote interaction and fun. This could include card games, board games, team challenges, or outdoor activities like a scavenger hunt. Engaging in recreational activities can boost team morale and create lasting memories.

Watch Other Matches: If there are other games happening during the tournament, consider watching matches of other teams. This can provide an opportunity to observe different playing styles, strategies, and learn from other athletes’ performances.

Remember to balance downtime activities with the tournament schedule and the need for rest. It’s important to create a mix of fun, relaxation, team-building, and preparation to make the most of the overall experience.

2023 Trending Tournaments

Check out the top trending tournaments, by sport, on our site!

Baseball

Travel Ball USA Memorial Day Classic
All American Open
2023 PG West Memorial Day Classic
Cooperstown Dreams Park Tournament

Softball

PGF Atlanta Fastpitch Memorial Day Classic
National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Div I Softball World Series
Lexi Kretsch Summer Showdown

Hockey

Kings of Spring Nashville
Montreal Meltdown AAA Hockey Tournament
Ponytail Challenge Hockey Showcase

Lacrosse

NCAA DI Women’s Lacrosse Championship
The Ohio Lacrosse FestivalSummer
Genesis Lacrosse Tournament

Sports for a Cause!

Buddy Baseball is a program designed for children ages 7 to 22 with various learning and/or physical disabilities. Buddy volunteers are comprised of teens and young adults. It’s a great program – find a local one near you! Here is an example of a local program in Wilmette, IL.

DID YOU KNOW??

Did you know that Travelsports’ tournament and facility pages have a section on What to Do that are near the location of the tournaments and facilties? If your team has some downtime and is looking for something to do, make sure to check the “What to Do” section on tournament & facility pages.

“What to Do”
Bowling Alleys
Batting Cages
Mini-Golf

And More!

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Don’t forget to check out our Marketplace!

We want to highlight an online marketplace that has joined Travelsports. Be sure to click on their name to check out their store on Travelsports.

 

Sports Plus We developed Sports Plus as a way to introduce meaningful hockey ideas to parents outside the big box stores. Our first product, Heads Up Head Safe™ embodies our love of the game and caring for the players’ safety. Our second product, The Drying Twig comes from our kids constantly leaving their wet equipment in a pile on the floor at home and on a tournament. Made in the USA is a big plus with us and a lot of people we speak with and that is why we are bringing this to you.

We are proud supports of The Wounded Warrior Project and The Long Island Warriors Veterans Hockey Club.

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There’s A Hotel For Everyone

Hey Travelsporters! 

With our softball page officially launched, we wanted to send a reminder about upcoming tournaments. If you’re traveling for an upcoming tournament, be sure to check out the softball leagues page to find upcoming end of season tournaments! With tons of tournaments being uploaded everyday, be sure to keep an eye out! Make sure to check out our hotels page to find one near the event you’re traveling to. We understand that stress of having to book a hotel to accomodate your team and their families. If you’re looking for ways to find the perfect hotel, be sure to check out the article below.

Finding the Right Hotel For Your Team 


Traveling with a sports team can be an exciting and challenging experience, especially when it comes to finding the perfect hotel, assuming you and your team have a choice! Choosing the right hotel is crucial for the success and comfort of your team, as it can affect their performance and overall experience. Here are some tips on how to find the perfect hotel for your traveling sports team:

  1. Location: The location of the hotel is essential for a sports team. Look for a hotel that is close to the venue where you’ll be playing or practicing or if you are playing at multiple facilities, try and find one in the middle. It’s also essential to choose a hotel that is close to restaurants, grocery stores, and other amenities.

  2. Room Amenities: The rooms should be spacious enough to accommodate your team, and should also have enough storage space for their gear. Look for a hotel that offers amenities like refrigerators, microaves, and coffee makers in the rooms.

  3. Recreation Facilities: If your team has some downtime between games, look for a hotel that has recreation facilities like a pool or a gym.

2023 Trending Tournaments 

Check out the top trending tournaments, by sport, on our site! 

Baseball

All American Open 
Spring Classic
Hladky Memorial Tournament


Softball 

21st Annual May Celebration 
Wildcat Classic 
Top Gun-USA Diamond Domination – “Get Your Top Gun Game on Super NIT” 


Hockey

Top Tier Pittsburgh 
Windy City Rumble
Western Super Summit


Lacrosse 

Virginia State Cup Team Tournament
Palmetto Lax Classic 
 
Did You Know?
 
Did you know that Travelsports has a facilities tab? Like finding the right hotel, it’s important to know about extracurricular activities for team bonding when traveling for a tournament. If you’re looking for a fun extracurricular activity in your area, be sure to visit to find thousands of listings including 

 
And More! 
 
Resources 
 
 
Concussions in children can be quite scary, and it is a natural consequence of playing sports. Unfortunately, we can’t fully prevent the risk of concussions while playing sports, but we can mitigate the risk. Below is an in-depth guide about concussions occuring in youth sports and information about the risk of concussions in kids. Also included is information about the risk of concussion in specific sports, how we can be safer, and information about the recovery and treatment process. Read more below. 

 
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Soaring on Softball

 

Hey Travelsporters! 


It’s finally April and Spring is upon us and that mean’s one thing, it’s softball season! We recently launched Softball on Travelsports. Our softball page lists thousands of tournaments and facilities across the U.S for different age and skill levels. Over the next few weeks, we will be adding softball showcases, high school state playoffs, clinics, clubs and more! If you’re traveling for an upcoming tournament, be sure to check out our hotels page to find appropriate travel arrangements for your team.


– Team Travelsports 

 

The Development and Progression of Baseball

Baseball requires a unique combination of physical, technical, and strategic skills. To become a successful baseball player, it is essential to develop these skills through regular practice, training, and game simulations.

Physical Skills

One of the most important aspects of baseball is physical fitness. Players need to have excellent speed, agility, endurance, and strength to be successful on the field. To develop these skills, players should focus on a combination of cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and agility drills.

 


2023 Trending Tournaments 

Check out the top trending tournaments, by sport, on our site! 

Baseball

Gene Cusic Collegiate Classic
TSB 16th Annual St Pattys Smash
Arizona Spring Championship


Softball 

Garnet & Gold Tournament
USSSA Eastern National Championship
USSSA April Attack


Hockey

The Circle K Classic Tournament 
The Cup Buffalo
CCM Chi-Town Shuffle


Lacrosse 

The Challenge
Sandstorm Lacrosse Festival
    USBOXLA Winter Nationals

 

DID YOU KNOW??
 
 Travelsports has a coaches section, by sport, which allows coaches to add their profile, for free, so that players, parents, directors and clubs can discover them. Think of it as a “LinkedIn for Sport Coaches”. Click on any sport to find a coach and feel free to reach out to them. Here’s a link to Hockey Coaches. 

 

Marketplace

We wanted to highlight an online marketplace that has joined Travelsports. Be sure to click on their name to check out their store on Travelsports. 

Hockey Ice Time
“Just a hockey mom and beer league player selling “Stuff that’s Cool as PUCK” on Etsy. Please check out my unique hockey gifts for fans and players that you can’t find anywhere else.”
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Travelsports Newsletter – Tenth Edition

 

Hey Travelsporters! 

Spring is upon us. The baseball and lacrosse season(s) are happening! There are many upcoming tournaments and showcases listed daily, so be sure to check them out! 

Hard to believe this is our tenth newsletter. Thank you for being a part of the Travelsports community. Be sure to spread the word about Travelsports to those looking for information related to youth and adult sports!

We are always looking for way to improve our newsletter. Have any tips or recommendations or want something featured in the newsletter, please send us a note to info@travelsports.com. Your feedback is greatly appreciated! 

– Team Travelsports
 
 

The Role of Parents and Coaches in Youth Sports – Ways to Provide Support

Parents play an important role in the development of their kid’s athletic career. Parents are kids’ main mentors on and off the playing field. Their influence helps with an athlete’s skill development, emotional support and helping them cope with winning and losing. There are a number of strategies parents can use to help their kids have a successful athletic career. 

According to Believe Perform, parents can help encourage their kids to develop self-awareness of the skills they’ve learned. This can be done by supporting them and showing support throughout practice and competitions and asking them how it went afterwards. As a parent, it’s important to give coaches autonomy and put trust in their methods. As long as the coaches’ and parents’ messages are aligned,  it will lead to less confusion for the athlete. Additionally, it’s important to provide emotional support whenever your child has a tough match or loss.

Though providing support is essential, it can sometimes be too much. Becoming over-involved could cause stress and increase burnout rates at a young age. To prevent burnout, it’s important to not put too much pressure on winning and success, but encouraging the athlete to do their very best. The importance is that they should always enjoy their sport and additional pressure could cause a decrease in their performance. If you disagree with a coach, it’s important to prevent giving conflicting advice, but to talk with the coach another time so it does not come across as being disrespectful. 

DID YOU KNOW??
 
With the hockey season winding down, be sure to use Travelsports to keep up to date on end-of-the-season tournaments and state/provincial playoffs. Interested in following the national USA Hockey tournaments … Click Here
 
 
 
 

Tournament weekends make for lifelong memories. Looking to make your team stand out at your next tournament? Check out Tourney Experience for customized team swag packages. Whether you’re a team manager or a parent, we know your time is valuable. We can help to simplify your tournament experience. Available for all sports!
 
 
Upcoming Events 

Interested in upcoming clinics, showcases and tournaments for baseball, lacrosse or hockey? Check out our list of trending upcoming tournaments and showcases below.

Hockey 

Lacrosse

Baseball 

 

Help Heroes of Ukraine
 

Help Heroes of Ukraine is a charity organization that seeks to provide resources for the people of Ukraine during and after the war with Russia. Their long term mission is to help individuals, families, and communities in Ukraine with food banks, clean water, shelter, access to medical care, clothing and education for those displaced by the war. 

Help Heroes of Ukraine is hosting upcoming tournaments in the Chicago suburbs and Florida. All proceeds from the event will be used for renewal of sport infrastructure and recreation centers in Ukraine. 

There is still time to sign up and they are still accepting donations! 
 
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Travelsports Newsletter – Ninth Edition

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Travelsports Newsletter – Ninth Edition!

 

Hey Travelsporters! 
 
With the regular season for hockey winding down and playoffs starting, be sure to check out league, state and provincial playoffs on our hockey tournaments page. Gearing up for baseball?? We’ve added over 5,000 baseball tournaments to Travelsports so be sure to check them out. Does your player play lacrosse? We’ll we’ve got you covered with a list of hundreds of lacrosse tournaments and lacrosse showcases. 

P.S. Be sure to share this newsletter with friends and encourage them to sign up to Travelsports! 
 
 
 

 

The Importance of Proper Nutrition and Hydration for Young Athletes 

Young athletes train for hours every week for their sport. To increase their skills, proper nutrition and hydration are an important part of their development. Having well-balanced meals before practice or a competition is important to help athletes do their best. It’s easy to forget because of the daily stress of school and that’s why it’s important to have great organizational skills and an established daily routine to pack snacks and a healthy lunch. According to Nationwide Children’s hospital, a healthy diet helps with injury prevention, strengthens the immune system, decreases muscle tiredness and soreness, muscle healing, increased energy levels and attention span. Before a practice or competition, it’s important to have a well-balanced meal 3-4 hours before and a snack 30-60 minutes before to give yourself an extra energy boost. 


Some examples of healthy meals include: 

  • Breakfast: scrambled eggs with feta and spinach and whole grain toast with avocado 
  • Lunch: brown rice or quinoa with healthy proteins (chicken or salmon), avocado, sweet potato and a small salad 
  • Dinner: whole wheat pasta with tomato sauce, chicken and vegetables 

Some examples of healthy snacks include: 

  • Dried fruit and granola bar 
  • Fruit (apples, bananas or strawberries) with peanut butter 
  • Yogurt with granola 
  • Turkey sandwich with avocado and tomato on whole grain bread

Athletes are told to stretch after, but what some forget is that you should refuel and hydrate after your workout/practice/competition. Athletes should have a snack 15 minutes to an hour after and a meal 1-2 hours after. This is important because athletes replace lost nutrients. It’s also important to hydrate including drinking 64-80 ounces of water, 4-6 ounces of fresh juice with no added sugar or 2-3 glasses of milk per day. 

 

DID YOU KNOW??

Did you know that Travelsports has launched a figure skating page? We have uploaded hundreds of clubs and rinks from the United States and Canada. We will have our tournament/competition portal launched soon. Be on the lookout!

 

Upcoming Events 

Interested in upcoming clinics, showcases and tournaments for baseball, lacrosse or hockey? Check out our list of trending upcoming tournaments and showcases below.


Hockey 


Lacrosse

 


Baseball 

 

Events for Cause 

Hockey Helps The Homeless

Hockey Helps the Homeless (HHTH) leverages Canada’s affinity for hockey to raise awareness and financial support for the homeless through education, fundraising, and by partnering with solutions-based local homeless support agencies. To ensure all homeless and at-risk Canadians have a fighting chance, HHTH hosts Pro-Am hockey tournaments across Canada where players raise funds to make a direct impact in their own community. 

HHTH is hosting upcoming tournaments in Ontario and Saskatchewan 
 
Each player receives 5 on 5 game play, personalized jersey and socks, complimentary food and beverage, silent auction, fully equipped locker room and dinner reception. Each roster is staffed with 14 amateur skaters, 1 goalie and 1 NHL Alumni/Olympian. Past attendees include Wendel Clark and Raffi Torres. 
 
There is still time to sign up and they are still accepting donations! 
 
Hotel Reservations 



Traveling for an upcoming tournament? Travelsports has partnered with Lucid Travel, the #1 travel management system for teams, universities, and tournament/event organizers. Rooms can be booked individually or as a group. Click the image to book an upcoming hotel reservation for your team. 
 
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Travelsports Newsletter – Eighth Edition

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Travelsports Newsletter – Eighth Edition!

 

Hey Travelsporters! 

We’ve been nose to the grindstone on growing our presence in baseball and overall business but we would really love your feedback on how we are doing.

Are there things you love … dislike? Do you want us to add additional sports and, if so, which one(s)? Are there additional features or functionalities that you’d like us to add? We would really appreciate it if you could click on the following link and add your feedback. Takes less than 30 seconds. Thanks! 

P.S. Be sure to share this newsletter with friends and encourage them to sign up to Travelsports! 

 

DID YOU KNOW??

 
Travelsports has created a list of places to check out during your breaks in tournaments on the individual tournament page on Travelsports. Whether it’s a team bonding event at a bowling alley, climbing wall, driving range or miniature golf, Travelsports has created the largest list of places for you to check out during tournament downtime. 
 
 
Going to a Tournament soon? 

Tournament weekends make for lifelong memories. Looking to make your team stand out at your next tournament? Check out Tourney Experience for customized team swag packages. Whether you’re a team manager or a parent, we know your time is valuable. We can help to simplify your tournament experience. Available for all sports!
 
 
Tips for Preventing Sports Injuries

Injuries are common in youth sports and with practices becoming more rigorous and intense, kids are opting to participate in their sport year-round, but it increases the chances of injuries without proper rest, nutrition and injury prevention. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, some causes of sports injuries include improper training practices and improper warm-up or stretching practices. Here are three thoughts athletes should consider. 

Why is stretching so important? According to the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, maintaining flexibility is important because cold muscles are more prone to injury and it’s important to get your blood circulation flowing before a big event. Stretching can improve the ability of muscles to contract and perform. Using proper technique when training is so important because it helps protect you from injury. Each stretch should start out slowly, should not be painful and be held for at least 20 seconds. It’s important to take your time and go through the full range of motion. Whether it’s lunges, butt kicks, arm circles or running laps, warm-up techniques are essential. 

Proper technique leads to less injuries. Some common injuries from athletes include sprains, fractures, joint and muscle injuries. When training, it’s less about quantity and more about quality. Using proper technique is essential to playing your best and preventing injuries. Make sure you’re playing with the proper equipment, balance your body weight to prevent one side from being stronger than the other and use proper footwork. As an athletes, always remember to ask your coach for feedback, be receptive to that feedback and prevent groupthink. 

Finally, it’s important for athletes to take time and rest from their practice or competition. Muscles can be overused and remember to stretch, hydrate to prevent any dehydration or heat exhaustion and eat within 15-60 mins after finishing to prevent any loss of nutrients. If you’re injured, it’s important to rest and not rush. Make sure that you leave yourself an adequate time to heal from previous injury. Be sure to have your injury checked out by your doctor or physical therapist. Be sure that you’re clear to practice or play by your doctor to prevent getting re-injured.

 

Upcoming Events 

Interested in upcoming clinics, showcases and tournaments for baseball, lacrosse or hockey? Check out our list of trending upcoming tournaments and showcases below.


Hockey 



Lacrosse

 


Baseball 

 

Events for Cause

Pucks for Autism

Pucks for Autism runs hockey events to raise awareness and support those with autism. All of the proceeds from their events go towards programs that benefit children and young adults on the autism spectrum.

Check out their upcoming Pucks for Autism Tournament, happening in the Chicago suburbs in June. 
 
 
Looking to highlight a cause-based event in one of our newsletters? Please email to info@travelsports and include a brief description of the event, the cause the money is being raised for, an image and website link.
 
 
Hotel Reservations 

 
Traveling for an upcoming tournament? Did you know that Travelsports has partnered with Lucid Travel for a hotel page? Lucid Travel is the #1 travel management system for teams, universities, and tournament/event organizers. Rooms can be booked individually or as a group. Click on the image to book an upcoming hotel reservation for your team on our website. 

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Travelsports Newsletter – Seventh Edition

Travelsports Newsletter – Eighth Edition!

Winter Sports to Spring Sports


It’s hard to think about, but spring sports are just around the corner. If your player is playing Baseball or Lacrosse, Travelsports has you covered when you are searching for clinics, showcases and tournaments. Still playing Hockey in the Spring ….? We’ve got hundreds of clinics, showcases and tournaments listed! 

P.S. Be sure to share this newsletter with friends and encourage them to sign up to Travelsports! 
 
 


Happy New Year to all athletes. It’s time for a new journey. Have any New Year’s resolutions for your sport and training regimen? According to Kelsey Erwin of NBC SportsEngine, here are five suggested New Year’s resolutions for youth athletes. 

  • Set smart goals for the year 
  • Focus on nutrition and hydration 
  • Practice good sportsmanship 
  • Prioritize your mental health 
  • Try new sports 
 
 
 
 
Travelsports has just launched our online marketplace focusing on helping consumers find and buy sports related gifts and swag from small businesses who are makers of unique and creative products. Add your store by 1/31/23, to receive up to 6 months of a free listing on Travelsports. 
 
 
Upcoming Events 

Interested in upcoming clinics, showcases and tournaments for baseball, lacrosse or hockey? Check out our list of trending upcoming tournaments and showcases below.

Hockey 

Lacrosse 

Baseball 
  • Tucson Classic – National Championship Sports (NCS) Baseball – Tucson, AZ – Jan 27-28 
  • NCS Super Bowl Classic – National Championship Sports (NCS) Baseball – Granada Hills, CA – Feb. 10 
  • Super Select – Bullpen Tournaments – Westfield, IN – May 5-7 
  • NCS Southeast Future Stars – National Championship Sports (NCS) Baseball – Albertville, AL – July 28-30
 Did You Know?



Traveling for an upcoming tournament? Did you know that Travelsports has partnered with Lucid Travel for a hotel page? Lucid Travel is the #1 travel management system for teams, universities, and tournament/event organizers. Rooms can be booked individually or as a group. Click below to book an upcoming hotel reservation for your team on our website. 

 
Events for Cause 
Northern Roots Hockey 

Northern Roots Hockey is a family owned and operated organization based out of New York City. Northern Roots seeks to empower hockey players globally increasing their physical ability and unlocking their leadership potential to help individuals achieve greatness. 

Northern Roots hosts an annual Pond Hockey Charity Classic to support the iRise Above Foundation, a foundation that provides support for young women diagnosed with breast cancer. The tournament is 4v4 and hosts 8 teams maximum, with 6-9 players per team. The registration fee also includes lunch, a team jersey and a registration bag filled with awesome giveaways including photos with former NHL players. Some past attendees include retired NHL players Peter Bondra and Ed Belfour. 

There is still time to sign up and they are still accepting donations!


 

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Travelsports Newsletter – Sixth Edition

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Travelsports Newsletter – Sixth Edition!

 

Happy New Year

 

Happy New Year from your friends at Travelsports!  
We are excited for the new year and hope you and your family have a great 2023! 

Headed out to a tournament this weekend? You are not alone! There are over 200 tournaments happening in the US & Canada this weekend. Be sure to check out what to do (mini-golf, bowling, etc.) with your team when you are not playing games by clicking on your tournament page and scrolling down to the “What to Do” section of the page. 

P.S. Be sure to share this newsletter with friends and encourage them to sign up to Travelsports! 
 
 
Travelsports has just launched our online marketplace focusing on helping consumers find and buy sports related gifts and swag from small businesses who are makers of unique and creative products. Add your store by 1/31/23, to receive up to 6 months of a free listing on Travelsports. 
 
 
 
Going to a Tournament soon? 
Tournament weekends make for lifelong memories. Looking to make your team stand out at your next tournament? Check out Tourney Experience for customized team swag packages. Whether you’re a team manager or a parent, we know your time is valuable. We can help to simplify your tournament experience. Available for all sports!
 
 
Upcoming Events 

Interested in upcoming clinics, showcases and tournaments for baseball, lacrosse or hockey? Check out our list of trending upcoming tournaments and showcases below.

Hockey 

Lacrosse 

Baseball 
  • The Show – Empire Sporting Events – Las Vegas, NV – Jan 28-29
  • BPA Super Slam – Baseball Players Association – Ocean Springs, MS – March 25-26
  • Swing into Spring – Gametime Tournaments – St. Peters, MO – April 14-15
  • Flash of Leather – Seminole Sports Tournaments – Pleasant Prairie, WI – July 12-15 

 

Did You Know?

You can favorite your club, facility, tournament, league, clinic, etc. by clicking on the heart shape next to the business, which will create a fast link (time saver) underneath the sport club, facility, tournament, league, clinic page. 

Sports Academies

For teenagers with Olympic or NCAA athletic dreams, a growing breed of sports-focused high schools are offering the flexibility to place major emphasis on physical training and practice while continuing to pursue academics. These facilities, often called sports academies, differ substantially, with some offering higher quality academics than others, says Karen Gross, a former college president and parent to a ski academy graduate. They include boarding schools that integrate training into the daily routine; day schools that focus on sports; hybrid schools that blend physical and digital education; and online-only platforms.

IMG Academy, a top academy in Florida, is the world’s leading sports education brand that provides top level training and education for student-athletes. With a 600-acre campus, IMG has more than 1,200 student-athletes in grades 6-12 and post-graduates from 49 U.S. states and more than 60 countries. Between 2018 and 2020, 44% of IMG students went to a university with NCAA Division I athletics, Pernetti says, and 92% overall attended college. IMG says it has produced more NFL players on 2021 kickoff weekend rosters than any other U.S. high school.

Looking to learn more about sports academies, check out the U.S. News report on “Finding the Best Private High Schools for Sports“

 

Events for Cause 

Hockey Helps the Homeless

Hockey Helps the Homeless (HHTH) leverages Canada’s affinity for hockey to raise awareness and financial support for the homeless through education, fundraising, and by partnering with solutions-based local homeless support agencies. 

HHTH believes that every Canadian should have a safe place to call home and the support that they need to thrive. To ensure all homeless and at-risk Canadians have a fighting chance, HHTH hosts Pro-Am hockey tournaments across Canada where players raise funds to make a direct impact in their own community. 

Click Here to View Upcoming HHTH Tournaments
 
Looking to highlight a cause-based event in one of our newsletters? Please email to info@travelsports and include a brief description of the event, the cause the money is being raised for, an image and website link.
 
 

Traveling for an upcoming tournament or showcase? Click below to book a hotel through our partner Lucid Travel. 
 
 
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Travelsports Newsletter – Fifth Edition

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Travelsports Newsletter – Fifth Edition!

 

Happy Holidays from Travelsports


Seasons greetings from your friends at Travelsports and best wishes for a happy, healthy, and joyous holiday season!  



P.S. Be sure to share this newsletter with friends and encourage them to sign up to Travelsports! 

 
Travelsports Marketplace

Travelsports has just launched our online sports marketplace focusing on helping consumers find and buy sports related gifts and swag from small businesses who are makers of unique and creative products. Add your store by 1/31/23, to receive up to 6 months of a free listing on Travelsports. 

Did You Know? 

Did you know that Travelsports has a Champions page for hockey? Is your club a recent champion? 

Here’s a list of hockey clubs with the most championships this season.


Make sure to upload your club’s recent championships to your team’s Travelsports page!

 

The Ross K. MacNeill Foundation 
The Ross K. MacNeill Foundation, named in memory of Ross K. MacNeill, raises money for pediatric brain cancer research since 2014. Ross lost his life in 2013 to brain cancer at 11 years old. He played hockey for the Admirals in Glen Ellyn, IL and loved everything about it. Since the beginning, the foundation started with a 3v3 hockey tournament. Since 2014, the foundation has hosted annual tournaments. 
 
The Foundation (R33M) devotes 100% of its efforts towards raising awareness and inspiring donations to invest in innovative research that will develop new treatments to fight and ultimately end pediatric brain cancer. The foundation is hosting three tournaments next year and 100% of donations from the tournaments going to the foundation and its mission to end pediatric brain cancer. 
 
This is still time to sign up! Registration links provided below. 
 
Adult Pond Hockey Tough Tournament – January 28th – Wheaton, IL 
 
Youth 3v3 Tough Tournament – March 11th – St. Louis, MO 
 
Youth 3v3 Tough Tournament – August 5th – Chicago, IL 
 
Looking to highlight a cause-based event in one of our newsletters? Please email to info@travelsports and include a brief description of the event, the cause the money is being raised for, an image and website link.
 
 
Interested in upcoming clinics, showcases and tournaments for baseball, lacrosse or hockey? Check out our list of trending upcoming tournaments and showcases below
 
 

 
 

 

YOUTH HOCKEY SEASON – Goalie Helmets

Happy Holidays! Looking for a last minute gift? 

The 2022 youth hockey season is well underway. Being a goaltender is a challenging task and is the most difficult position to excel in. Goalies save plays for teammates, accelerate plays and increase chances of winning. 

Having the right helmet is important for a goalie. If you’re looking for a new goalie helmet, check out Pure Hockey’s selection below.  

If you purchase a product linked from this email, we may receive a commission.

 
Bauer Profile 940 Certified Goalie Mask – Senior 
 
The Bauer 940 Goal Mask from Pure Hockey features 
 
  • Higher end shell equipped with new elite level fiber 
  • Better fit design and small sizing to fit all goalies properly 
  • More comfort and performance upgrades including a new stretch spandex chin cup with new vision wire and backplate 

 

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Travelsports Weekly Newsletter – Third Edition

Hi Travelsporters! 

For our newest issue, we are rolling a new section dedicated to cause-based sports events. At Travelsports, we want to highlight those events that are dedicated to raising awareness and donations for non-profit causes. Whether they are important to your local community or are global in nature, highlighting these events will become a part of what we do. Please see our Events for Cause section to learn more about how we can highlight your event. 

Chris
Founder, Travelsports

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Fitness 

When a young athlete takes an interest in a sport, parents are eager to rapidly build up their development. According to Memorial Hermann, strength and conditioning is important to help improve agility, motor control and overall ability to perform. It’s important for young athletes to receive proper instruction from those who understand technique and proper form. It’s important for coaches and training staff to create proper training regimens to prevent any burnout or injury. Here are some important exercises to help increase muscle mass. 
  • Push-ups
  • Suspension training – pull-ups with TRX
  • Step ups  
  • Lunges and squats – with or without weights
Interested in reading more? Click the title
 
 

DID YOU KNOW?

Whether you have an early morning game and don’t want to get up at the crack of dawn to drive to …. or your tournament’s hotels are booked, Travelsports has you covered with a list of hotels focused on sports teams. If you are looking for a specific date or location, Travelsports has partnered with Lucid Travel to help you and your team find the best spot.
 

YOUTH HOCKEY SEASON – Helmets

The 2022 youth hockey season is well underway. Whether it’s a helmet with or without a face shield… it can be difficult to find the right helmet for comfort, fit and protection. When purchasing a helmet, it’s important to find a helmet with the right padding. 

Helmets are important for the safety of players to prevent head or face injuries, contact with the boards, collisions, falls and flying pucks. If you’re looking for new helmets, check out Pure Hockey’s selection below.  

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Bauer 5100 Hockey Helmet Combo II 

 
The Bauer 5100 Hockey Helmet Combo II from Pure Hockey is designed for a comfortable interior feel. The 5100 fits wider than the Bauer 4500 and is equipped with the same sub-shell as the 9900. The 5100 is equipped with HX-sorb/Comfort Foam internal padding and a triple-density liner material. The 5100 is also equipped quick clip adjustments to find the right fit.
 

Hockey Players Turning to Figure Skating Training 

There is more to hockey then having the ability to score from the hashmarks like Auston Matthews or go to one-on-five like Connor McDavid. Possessing advanced skating techniques is a big advantage when it come to playing hockey. 

Now, teams and players from house league all the way up to NHL are building these skills through figure skating techniques taught by former figure skaters. 

CLICK TO READ MORE ON ELITELEVELHOCKEY.COM!

 

Keep Calm and LAX On 
Interested in upcoming lacrosse clinics and showcases? Check out the list below. 


Chicago Box Lacrosse Challenge – US LAX Events – Naperville, IL – December 3-4, 2022

Badgerland Box Invitational – Bearpaw Lacrosse Events – Milwaukee, WI – December 10-11, 2022 

Club World Championships – My Lacrosse Tournaments – Austin, TX – Dec 30, 2022 – Jan 1, 2023 

Battle at the Barn Box Lacrosse Tournament – Bearpaw Lacrosse Events – Fort Wayne, IN – Jan 7-8, 2023 

All Elite Lacrosse Tournament – Achieve Lacrosse – Marlborough, MA – Jan 15th, 2023 
 
 
Events for Cause 

Looking to highlight a cause based event in one of our newsletters? Please email to info@travelsports and include a brief description of the event and the cause the money is being raised for, an image and website link. 
 
Sled Hockey Charity Event – New Trier vs. Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Blackhawks

Chicago-Area New Trier High School Hockey hosted a fundraising event to benefit the 4 time NHL Sled Hockey Champions, the AbilityLab Blackhawks, and beloved New Trier senior Clay Scherb, brother of Cole, a New Trier hockey player. 

Clay experienced a life-changing spinal cord injury in August, which necessitates intense rehabilitation. His care is being provided by the amazing team at Shirley Ryan. His condition is requiring extraordinary expenses for medical care, equipment, home modifications and lifestyle changes.

All proceeds from the game went to the Scherb family during this extremely difficult time and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s Adaptive Sports Program, which offers over 20 different sports and fitness programs to youth and adults with physical disabilities. All equipment, facilities and coaching are donation based so there is no cost to the athlete.

They are still accepting donations! Click the image below to make a donation. 


Looking to highlight a cause-based event in one of our newsletters? Please email to info@travelsports and include a brief description of the event, the cause the money is being raised for, an image and website link. 
 
 
Play Ball 
Now the 2022 MLB season is over, it’s time to look ahead to 2023. Check out the list of upcoming baseball tournaments! 

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