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Three Stripes & PPA Tour Stops: My Roadmap for the 2026 Season
The theme for 2025 was Market Research . I spent the year traveling to major events, analyzing facility models, and studying how fans engage with the fastest-growing sport on the planet. As we turn the page to 2026, my mission is shifting: I am moving from observation to activation. Here is a look at the main pillars driving my professional work this first quarter: ๐พ Pillar 1: Distribution & The "Three Stripes" (The District) Adidas returns stronger with the new AdiPower Pad

Craig Johnson
Jan 102 min read
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Volunteering at the Pickleball World Championships (Exploring Sports Tourism)
Toronto ๐จ๐ฆ โ๏ธ Chicago โ๏ธ Dallas ๐บ๐ธ My journey to the Jenius Bank Pickleball World Championships is set to begin. This trip isn't just about professional development; itโs a perfect example of modern sports tourism: blending volunteer access with the excitement of a new city and attending for the first time a new sporting festival. The event grounds at the Brookhaven Country Club in Dallas, Texas As I previously wrote, Why Volunteering Still Wins , these roles offer unpar

Craig Johnson
Oct 30, 20252 min read
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Summer Vibes From Recent Concert Experiences
As another summer season comes to a close, I've had amazing music experiences over the last few months, both locally and while travelling for work-related sporting events. Here are some highlights from my summer, along with travel suggestions that might assist you in planning your next special event trip.

Craig Johnson
Sep 8, 20254 min read
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Where It's At: My Top Conferences
After an excellent week at RacquetX, I started to think about my top three conferences that I would recommend to attend if you can...

Craig Johnson
Mar 26, 20253 min read
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See You In Miami At RacquetX
I've officially committed to 3 days of learning and networking later this month in Miami! Here's a snapshot of the sessions I'm targeting...

Craig Johnson
Mar 11, 20252 min read
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Itinerary: Pickleball In The Desert
Everything is coming together for this Pickleball In The Desert travel adventure. The itinerary that starts this weekend is set to...

Craig Johnson
Feb 11, 20251 min read
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Exploring Fora: The Modern Travel Agency
In a world where travel is complex and expectations are high, Fora Travel caught my attention as a way to make bookings so much easier.

Craig Johnson
Feb 5, 20253 min read
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