Students often ask me how to build a career in sports. While working for a professional sports team or aiming to become a sports agent like Jerry Maguire sounds amazing, it undoubtedly demands commitment and a willingness to start at the bottom. Looking back at my early experiences, I was incredibly lucky to collaborate on a school project with sports marketing idol  Brian Cooper . Brian is a major influence in the sports business industry, recognized as one of Canada's Top

Sports travel is booming in 2025, fuelled by a growing demand for immersive, active, and socially-conscious experiences. One of the standout trends is the rise of purpose-driven travel, with fans and athletes seeking trips that combine sport with sustainability, local culture, and wellness.

Today’s traveller might be just as likely to pack sneakers or a paddle as they are a swimsuit. From sunrise runs in Central Park to beachside pickleball matches in Tulum, lifestyle sports are changing not just how we move, but where we travel. It’s the rise of the cultural athlete: For this group, sport is more than exercise — it’s a way to connect, express identity, and often, spark the idea behind their next trip.

The summer is not over yet; however, my attention is shifting towards the fall season for further developing my pickleball business opportunities and capitalizing on the surge in sports travel experiences. Looking ahead to the coming months, listed below are early events I have on my radar.

As my son concludes his senior year in high school, I'm acutely aware that opportunities for Sports Trips with Dad are becoming scarcer.

After an excellent week at RacquetX, I started to think about my top three conferences that I would recommend to attend if you can...

Everything is coming together for this Pickleball In The Desert travel adventure. The itinerary that starts this weekend is set to...

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.