Who isn’t excited about the upcoming March Madness tournaments! Can the University of Connecticut Huskies repeat as the Men’s National Champions? Will Caitlin Clark and her University of Iowa Hawkeyes take the next step and win the Women’s National Championship? We figured a quick and dirty guide on how to watch the tournaments was in order. Good luck with your brackets! 

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Who's Ready for the Madness! 

March Madness 2024: Your Ultimate Guide to Enjoying College Basketball's Biggest Event

As March rolls around, basketball enthusiasts gear up for one of the most exhilarating sporting events of the year: March Madness. This annual NCAA Division I Men's & Women’s Basketball Tournaments captivate millions of fans with its unpredictable outcomes, buzzer-beaters, and Cinderella stories. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, maximizing your March Madness experience involves knowing key dates, locations, and broadcast channels.

Key Dates and Locations:

Selection Sunday: March Madness kicks off with Selection Sunday for the Men’s division on March 17, 2024 at 6 PM ET on CBS and the Women’s division at 8 PM ET on ESPN, when the tournament brackets are revealed, and teams learn their fate.

First Four: The Men’s & Women’s tournament officially begin with the First Four games on March 19 and 20 & March 20 and 21 respectively where eight teams compete for a spot in the first round.
 

First and Second Rounds: From March 21 to 25, games will be held across various locations nationwide, for both Men’s & Women’s divisions, featuring thrilling matchups as teams battle to advance to the Sweet 16.

Sweet 16 and Elite Eight: The action intensifies from March 28 to 31 for Men and March 29 to April 1 for Women, with games held in four different cities as teams vie for a coveted spot in the Final Four.
 

Final Four and Championship: The journey culminates in Glendale, Arizona, for Men, with the Final Four games taking place on April 6 and the national championship game tipping off on April 8 at State Farm Stadium. The Women’s Final Four begins on April 5 and the national championship game tipping off on April 7 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Broadcast Channels:

CBS and Turner Sports' family of networks (TBS, TNT, and truTV) will once again provide comprehensive coverage of the Men's March Madness, ensuring fans don't miss a moment of the excitement. Women's March Madness games are broadcast on the ESPN family of networks, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPN News, and ABC.

Whether you're hosting watch parties, filling out brackets, or simply tuning in for the thrill of the game, March Madness offers something for everyone. With its blend of fierce competition, emotional highs and lows, and the promise of upsets, it's no wonder this tournament captivates audiences year after year. So grab your brackets, rally your friends, and get ready to witness the madness unfold!
 

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Upcoming Tournaments
Check out upcoming tournaments, by sport, on Travelsports! 

Hockey
Hockey Night In Cadillac Hockey
NHIAA Division Girls Ice Hockey Championship
Minnesota High School State Hockey Tournament Boys Finals
 

Basketball 
IHSAA - Boys Basketball Class 1A State Tournament

Cincinnati Royals Invitational

March Madness
 

Volleyball
JJVA Boys River City Classic

March Madness (Girls)

Stars Shamrock Challenge
 

Soccer
Midwest Futsal Winter Cup

McLean Premier Cup- Full Sided Weekend

National Players Cup

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DID YOU KNOW?

Since the launch of Travel Guide by Travelsports in mid-February, we've had thousands of downloads of our local Travel Guides from parents, managers, coaches and players who are participating in tournaments and other sporting events.

Whether searching for team friendly ... restaurants, entertainment venues, sport shops, hotels and in select markets, sports medicine facilities, Travel Guide by Travelsports is quickly becoming an indispensable tool when planning for out-of-town sporting events.

Are you a business looking to be included on Travelsports and on our Travel Guide, check out Travelsportspartners.com to learn more. 

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We hope everyone caught the Coach Jim Mora reference from his now infamous post game press conference way back in 2001! We wanted to throw in a bit of humor as we march towards the playoffs for a few winter sports. Good luck to everyone! 

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Introducing Travel Guides by Travelsports

If you have logged into Travelsports in the past few days, and we hope you have, you may have noticed something new on our tournament, facility and region pages. We have added something called Travel Guides. Yep, we get it may sound redundant with our name being Travelsports, but we loved the quasi alliteration or … we just got lazy. 

Travel Guides by Travelsports is exactly what it sounds like, a travel guide for your upcoming travel sporting event. We highlight the area that you are looking to visit and include the following information, along with an embedded map, that we think you will find useful on your trip.  

• Regions – On the region pages, the Travel Guide and in specific markets, sports medicine, bus/car rental.
• Tournaments - On the facility pages, the Travel Guide will show you local restaurants, facilities associated with the tournament, things to do, sport shops, and in specific markets, sports medicine, bus/car rental.
• Facilities – On the facility pages, the Travel Guide will show you local restaurants, hotels, things to do, sport shops, and in specific markets, sports medicine, bus/car rental.
   

We hope you find Travel Guides by Travelsports to be a useful feature of our site and we intend to gather feedback on fun/local restaurants, things to do, etc. that you can recommend to improve the Travel Guides. 
 

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Upcoming Tournaments
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Hockey
Mary Ann Robinson Girls Tournament
CAN/AM Challenge Cup - Seattle, WA
Canadian Cup - Youth Hockey Tournament
 

Basketball 
NIRSA - National Basketball Regional II North Carolina Championships

President's Day Invitational

Winter Championships
 

Volleyball
Purple Showdown

Sky High Presidents Day

AAU Presidents Day Volleyball Tournament
 

Soccer
Regionals Tournament

Presidents Day Friendlies

Weston Cup & Showcase

Elevate Your Young Star's Game with Our 2024 Guide to the Best Hockey Sticks! 

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As the backbone of your young athlete's journey, you're always looking for ways to support and elevate their game to the next level. Well, we've got just the thing to put a smile on your face and a new stick in their hands! 🎉

Introducing our 2024 Guide to the Best Hockey Sticks, carefully curated by our TravelSports experts with your rising stars in mind. Whether your child is aiming to finesse their wrist shots or power through with unbeatable slapshots, our guide is packed with top picks designed to suit every position, play style, and level of competition. 🏒✨
 

Why wait for the next big game to give them the edge they deserve?

👉Discover the Perfect Stick: 2024's Top Picks for Young Athletes
 

We've done the legwork – testing, reviewing, and selecting the best hockey sticks that promise to support your child's passion, enhance their skills, and maybe even contribute to their most memorable season yet!
 

Let's make this year unforgettable with the right gear that not only matches their ambition but also fuels their love for the game. 
 

Thank you for trusting us to be a part of your young athlete's journey. Here's to more goals, wins, and proud moments both on and off the ice!
 

P.S. Sharing is caring! Know other hockey parents in our community? Feel free to forward this guide and help everyone gear up for an epic 2024 season. 🥅🚀

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Travelsports conducts sport polls to see who you think will win the championship in each of the major professional sports. Above are the NFL poll results. We just added an NHL poll and will soon add the NBA. We hope you take the 2 seconds to say who will win the Stanley Cup!
 

PS. That NFL poll hasn’t aged well!! 

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Happy New Year from Travelsports! We hope that you and your family will have an amazing 2024. Our goal is to continue to provide you with relevant content both in our newsletters and on our website. Be on the look-out for upcoming, and we hope, exciting, enhancements to our Travelsports website. If you haven't already, please be sure to share this newsletter with your friends and family and have them check out Travelsports.com! 

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2024 Health & Training Tips for Youth Athletes

As we step into 2024, prioritizing the health and well-being of youth athletes remains paramount. Here are some health and training tips tailored to ensure the holistic development of young sport athletes:

1. Hydration is Key:
   Proper hydration is fundamental for young athletes. Encourage them to drink water consistently throughout the day, especially before, during, and after training sessions.
2. Balanced Nutrition:
   Fueling young bodies with the right nutrients is crucial. Emphasize a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Educate young athletes about the significance of each food group in supporting their energy needs and overall health.
3. Adequate Rest and Sleep:
   Underrated but essential, proper rest and sleep are critical for recovery and growth. Ensure that young athletes establish a consistent sleep routine, aiming for 8-10 hours of sleep per night.
4. Age-Appropriate Training Programs:
   Tailor training programs to the specific age and developmental stage of the athlete. Focus on skill development, coordination, and overall fitness. Avoid excessive specialization in one sport too early, as diversifying activities can enhance overall athleticism and reduce the risk of overuse injuries.
5. Mind-Body Connection:
   Incorporate mindfulness and mental health practices into training routines. Techniques such as meditation, visualization, and deep breathing can enhance focus, reduce stress, and contribute to overall mental well-being.
6. Injury Prevention:
   Prioritize injury prevention through proper warm-up routines and cooldown exercises. Teach young athletes the importance of stretching and flexibility to improve range of motion and reduce the risk of injuries.
7. Fun and Enjoyment:
   Keep the focus on enjoyment and fun in sports. Foster a positive attitude toward physical activity to ensure that young athletes develop a lifelong love for being active. Encourage them to try new sports and activities to discover their passions.
8. Educate on Recovery:
   Teach youth athletes the importance of proper recovery strategies. This includes cooldown exercises, stretching, hydration, and incorporating rest days into their training schedules. Emphasize that recovery is a crucial part of the overall training process.
9. Positive Role Modeling:
   Be a positive role model for young athletes. Demonstrate healthy habits, good sportsmanship, and a balanced approach to competition. Encourage a supportive and inclusive team environment.

By prioritizing these health and training tips, we can help shape a generation of youth athletes who not only excel in their chosen sports but also prioritize their well-being for a lifetime of active and healthy living.

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Hockey
Ricky Brunell Bantam Tournament
Pittsburgh Showcase
Tulsa Winter Classic
 

Basketball 
Vertical Hoops Winter Championships at Mohegan Sun

Kickoff Classic at Emmanuel

Hardwood Classic Houston
 

Volleyball
Junior Boys Invitational

Deep South Icebreaker ‘24

AAU Windy City Boy's Grand Prix
 

Soccer
Winter Junior Champions Cup

Orlando Cup 2024

Bavarian United Indoor Tournament

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Introducing the New Travelsports Website 

We are super excited to share news about the launch of our new site design for Travelsports.com. If you have not had a chance to check it out, please do. So, what’s changed you may ask … or we hope you ask :)?

Well, we have completely changed the way you view and see content on our site: 

• Now you can easily view the various sports on Travelsports, through our sports dropdown. 
• You’ll see that we’ve added new sports, Curling anyone, along with our traditional sports like Hockey, Soccer, Baseball, etc. 
• We’ve added a scroll at the top, showing upcoming trending events. 
• Filtering should be easier and quicker, allowing you to navigate our site more easily. 
• We’ve added sections on Restaurants and Sports Medicine locations along with our blog, which will allow you to read past newsletters amongst other articles. 
• We have also updated our mobile site as well with these new changes. 
• We’ve kept popular areas such as trending today, activity feed and champions, just to name a few. 

This list of changes is not exhaustive, but we wanted to highlight some of the changes. As we continue to grow, we will continue to invest in our site and hope to provide you with a great user experience.

We hope you like the new and improved Travelsports.com. 
 

Sports Psychology for Kids: Mental Skills For Young Athletes

By Eli Straw

The field of sport psychology is often associated with high-level athletes. Many universities and professional organizations have mental skills coaches on staff who work with the players.

Those who don’t have access to a sport psychology professional within their team often seek help from private coaches who can help them with their mental game. But again, this tends to be centered around professional, college, and high school athletes.

But what about youth athletes?

Is there such a thing as sport psychology for kids? The answer is yes! In fact, in my work, I’ve found it incredibly helpful to begin working with athletes when they’re young.

Now, there are differences in the minds of older athletes and younger athletes that must be taken into account when the work is being delivered…both in ways that make working with younger athletes easier and in ways that make it more difficult.

But the bottom line is that sport psychology is crucial for kids, and the earlier young athletes can build mental toughness, the better. And so, in this article, you will learn why sport psychology is important for kids and some strategies you can use to begin teaching mental skills to young athletes.

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