Author Chet Holmes helped me understand the allure of sports––the simple act of one using his or her mind and body to compete to win. It’s this internal desire to win that draws us, as players and spectators, to embrace our competitive nature and bond with others who feel the same. That said, there are […]Read More
The Game Is Changing As I think about the role sports and sporting events play in our society, I am reminded of what sports fulfill in us––the reason we endure long hours of training to make only incremental improvement or why we still cheer our childhood team despite their consistent ranking at the bottom of […]Read More
Founded in 2008, Hope Reins of New Smyrna Beach, Florida provides traditional therapeutic riding and other equine-assisted activities to assist children and adults with a wide range of disabilities, including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, neuromuscular disorders, post-traumatic brain injury, autism, ADHD and cognitive disorders. We also offer programs for veterans and at-risk youth, allowing for […]Read More
Even the most beloved career might not last forever. When the curtain came down on their original choices, these Volusia County residents decided it was time to open their career’s Second Act.Read More
With big marquee events attracting crowds in the hundreds of thousands, Daytona International Speedway is known as the world center of racing around the globe, but the roots and foundation of motorsports also exist on a smaller scale down the road at New Smyrna Speedway. Located just 12 miles away from the big track, New […]Read More
n the $440 billion global sports industry, there is an activity to meet every fitness level and interest. From amateurs to seasoned pros, golf ranks as one of the top 10 most popular sports, generating more than $84 billion in annual revenue according to Forbes. Whether it’s making a deal, building a relationship or just […]Read More
It might not be Tuscaloosa, Alabama on a football Saturday, but intercollegiate athletics at Daytona State College are helping push a blue and white tide of success. That success comes on the field – with the women’s golf program winning 10 National Junior College Athletic Association national championships over two decades – as well as […]Read More
If you think esports are just video games, it’s possible you haven’t played much since Donkey Kong. Esports – electronic sports — describes the world of organized, competitive video gaming. And according to Marketing Influencer Hub, the 2021 global esports industry is valued at more than $1 billion, which represents a 50% increase from the […]Read More
From French monks batting the ball around with their hands in the 12th century to the first game of tennis at Wimbledon, racquet sports have long enamored athletes and spectators of all ages with their fast-paced games and competitions. With the evolution of racquet sports has come one of today’s hottest trends – pickleball, a […]Read More
In the arena of sports events, the Greater Daytona Beach community has an array of attributes that make it a go-to destination. The area’s location, beaches, weather, quality facilities and a welcoming community combine to attract a wide variety of sports-related competitions. “Being a Florida destination with a great beach is a big advantage point,” […]Read More
