Emily AttwoodRec CenterThe Evolution of Campus Recreation Facilities and ProgramsBuilding a facility specifically for recreation was a novel concept when St. Louis University's campus recreation center was named an Athletic Business Facility of Merit® in 1982. In the 35 years since, the definition of "recreation" and its place in theMarch 21, 2017BudgetingAthletic Business’s 2017 Purchasing Behavior SurveyWe surveyed health clubs, military installations, high schools, colleges, YMCAs and other organizations large and small (386 in total) to learn about purchasing and budget trends.March 13, 2017HomeAn Index to the IndustryThis is the 41st Buyers Guide published by Athletic Business — the first having launched the Athletic Facilities & Purchasing brand back in 1977. As the story goes, founder Fenton Kelsey Jr. was working to construct an indoor ice arena in Madison, Wis., bMarch 6, 2017Safety & SecuritySecurity Preparations for the Cubs' World Series WinOne hundred and eight years. That's how long the Chicago Cubs had gone without a World Series championship prior to this past fall's Game 7 extra-inning win over the Cleveland Indians. The crowds were ecstatic, to say the least, yet in an age when sports fans' revelry can quickly turn into rioting (just two years prior to the Cubs' win, rowdy San Francisco Giants fans ignited chaos when they lit a couch on fire), the closest Cubs fans came to destruction was covering the walls and streets around Wrigley with chalked dedications.March 2, 2017Industry Press RoomStudy Shows Private Secondary Schools Offer Fewer Athletic Training ServicesSOURCE: National Athletic Trainers' AssociationFebruary 24, 2017ProgrammingNew NCAA Allegations, Bowl Ban for Ole MissThe NCAA's investigation into conduct of the Ole Miss football program has concluded, resulting in eight additional charges to the notice of allegations and a self-imposed one-year bowl ban, the university announced on Wednesday. In addition, the school will forfeit $7.8 million in postseason revenue.February 23, 2017Safety & SecurityExpanding Security Awareness in High School AthleticsHigh school athletics come with a unique list of security concerns, but the spotlight on security at higher levels — even topics not particularly germane to prep sporting events — have been a boon to high school security efforts.February 1, 2017Outdoor FieldsMaintaining Quality Athletic Fields on Any BudgetIn recent years, more municipal programs have enlisted the help of the sports organizations using their fields to take on some of the costs and responsibilities of building and maintenance.January 31, 2017FitnessBridging the Gap Between the Medical and Fitness IndustriesDespite the recognized role of physical activity in overall health, healthcare providers have been reluctant to refer patients to a fitness facility. How can those industries bridge the gap to provide better outcomes?January 17, 2017LeadershipLetter from the Editor: What's Your Why?Athletic Business held its 35th conference and trade show this past November in Orlando. For attendees, it's a chance to learn, to network and to see the latest tools to improve their programs and facilities. For me, the experience offers a renewed outlooJanuary 4, 2017Previous PagePage 2 of 60Next PageTop StoriesGoverning BodiesDOJ Agrees to $138.7M Settlement Over FBI's Botching of Nassar AllegationsThe U.S. Department of Justice announced a $138.7 million settlement Tuesday with more than 100 people who accused the Federal Bureau of Investigation of grossly mishandling allegations of sexual assault against former sports physician Larry Nassar.LegalEx-Coach Denies Relationship, Nebraska Files Response to Former Player's LawsuitFacilitiesDaily Digs: Michigan State's Tom Izzo Building, Middlebury's Tennis FacilityPersonnelCal Creates New Position — Associate Athletics Director for NILSponsored ContentThe Magic of Water: A Place for All Abilities