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The Commonwealth Games are one of earth’s great, and indeed most storied, sporting spectacles. Thousands compete for millions in-person and dozens of millions across the world in an event which, at first glance inexplicably, is on its last legs after 2026 host Victoria, Australia pulled out and sole prospective 2030 host Alberta, Canada followed suit. Luke Goddard impresses on us first and foremost, via an elaboration of the Games’ history and enduring socio-cultural salience, why the Commonwealth Games deserve their place in the pantheon of great global sporting events, before outlining the financial and other challenges threatening to wipe the Games out just before their centenary. Stressing how cutting edge they are from inclusivity to funding, Goddard contends that the Games are of unavoidably paramount importance to the world’s sporting communities, in particular for those countries and sports sidelined by the Olympics. Goddard’s intimate portrayal of the Games as a cultural landmark, and impassioned call to protect them, ultimately reduces the purportedly insurmountable challenges of hosting to the petty and the banal. #Olympics #CommonwealthGames #Sports #Culture https://lnkd.in/ejVSVmiX

Great article from Cooke & Associates and thank you for mentionning me. #OlympicsSecurity #OpeningCeremony #Paris2024 #ProtestsandDisruptions #PrivateSecurity #OlympicsPreparations #OlympicsSafety #SecurityChallenges #PublicSafetyConcerns #TransportationDisruptions #AthleteSafety #OlympicsProtests #SecurityMeasures #EventSecurity #OlympicsPreparationTips #SafetyPlanning #SecurityPersonnel #OlympicsLogistics #VenueSecurity #OlympicsPlanning

'Levelling the playing field: Spectator accessibility in UK sports stadiums & venues', by Carly Thorpe and Jonathan Coser: https://bit.ly/3WuRyuV Article Highlights: ▶️ Requirement of accessibility under current legislation ▶️ The state of play ▶️ What changes can be made to a stadium to increase accessibility? ▶️ Case Studies ▶️ Measures during Olympic & Paralympic Games 2024 in Paris ▶️ Duty of stadium & venue owners and event organisers to ensure safety of spectators ▶️ What does this mean for the future construction of stadium development? ▶️ Key Considerations for clubs and other owners of venues and stadiums Walker Morris LLP #sportslaw #stadia

Latest Sports Geek CEO series episode! Nick Sautner from Eden Park, New Zealand on the future of stadium experiences, the power of sports partnerships, and innovation in the stadium industry. Tag your #sportsbiz CEO and #sportstech colleagues to listen

There is nothing modern about the modern pentathlon, but can the new 'modern' sports drive community participation? The #Brisbane2032 Games Legacy Strategy believes that "Hosting the Games will contribute to: Higher levels of physical activity leading to a healthier general population." They won't alone. To do so we need strategic legacy development that connects our children and youth with modern games/sports to local opportunities. My thoughts in the Herald Sun today: PASI - Physical Activity and Sport Insights, Federation University Australia, Australian Olympic Committee, Australian Sports Commission, Brisbane 2032, Vicsport, SPORT & RECREATION VICTORIA

'Levelling the playing field: Spectator accessibility in UK sports stadiums & venues' by Carly Thorpe and Jonathan Coser: https://bit.ly/3WuRyuV Article Highlights: ▶️ Requirement of accessibility under current legislation ▶️ The state of play ▶️ What changes can be made to a stadium to increase accessibility? ▶️ Case Studies ▶️ Measures during Olympic & Paralympic Games 2024 in Paris ▶️ Duty of stadium & venue owners and event organisers to ensure safety of spectators ▶️ What does this mean for the future construction of stadium development? ▶️ Key Considerations for clubs and other owners of venues and stadiums #sportslaw #stadia

🏅 Paris Olympics Medal Count: Track Team USA's Progress The U.S. is aiming for another impressive performance like the 2020 Tokyo Games, where they secured 113 medals. As we wrap up Day 4, which country is leading the medal count? Can Team USA continue their winning streak? Share your insights and join the discussion! #Paris2024 #Olympics #TeamUSA Let's connect and discuss the future of sports excellence!

There is nothing modern about the modern pentathlon, but can the new 'modern' sports drive community participation? #Brisbane2032 Games Legacy Strategy believes that "Hosting the Games will contribute to: Higher levels of physical activity leading to a healthier general population." They won't alone. To do so we need strategic legacy development that connects our children and youth with modern games/sports to local opportunities. Thoughts of Rochelle Eime in the Herald Sun today: PASI - Physical Activity and Sport Insights, Federation University Australia, Australian Olympic Committee, Australian Sports Commission, Brisbane 2032, Vicsport, SPORT & RECREATION VICTORIA

⚽️ Morning Snapshot ⚖️ Nottingham Forest FC's hearing regarding spending breaches is set to commence next week. 💰 Levante UD have reported a €6 million loss for the 2022/23 season. 💰 Morecambe Football Club have announced a loss of £1.2 million for the 2022/23 season. 👔 Royal Antwerp F.C.'s Football Director, Marc Overmars, has opted not to challenge his two-year suspension, allowing for his return to professional duties in November 2024. 🤝 Bundesliga International GmbH, alongside Sportradar, has declared the prolongation of their partnership through to the conclusion of the 2031/32 season. 🤝 SPORT TV, the Portuguese broadcaster, has secured the Lega Serie A broadcasting rights for a three-year term, spanning from 2024/25 to 2026/27. 🤝 Club Atlético de Madrid have unveiled Fotocasa as their new sponsor for 2024. #Partnership #Broadcasting #SportsBusiness #Commercial #Sponsorship #Football #SportsBiz #Finance #People #Data #Tech #Intelligence #Investment

Did you know this week marks 8 years until the Brisbane 2032 Olympics? As we countdown to this monumental event, it sparks a big question: Will our property sector shine on the world stage and what will the Games legacy be? #Brisbane2032 #OlympicsCountdown #EconomicGrowth #PropertyDevelopment #FunFactFriday