- Teams and leagues face more competition than ever before for a fan’s entertainment dollar. Our In-Depth this week from Bret McCormick and David Broughton explores 13 different ways those entities are making adjustments to enhance the fan experience, from parking and wayfinding to concerts, drone shows and extra perks.
- Few presidents of major league teams waited 30 years to land the job. And fewer of them are as grateful for the chance -- or enjoy it as much -- as the Mariners’ Kevin Martinez. SBJ’s Mike Mazzeo explores the long journey Martinez made to the top in Seattle.
- Outside of Fort Worth is a sports facility where world-class athletes and at-risk kids can come together to train, develop and change their lives. Irving Mejia-Hilario reports from AP Ranch.
- Rugby has long been popular in other countries, but less so in the U.S. Before the men’s and women’s World Cups come to the U.S. next decade, World Rugby is investing $250M to turbocharge the sport. Vitas Carosella has the details.
This Week’s SBJ: The game-day experience
