Although the survey focused on sports tourism throughout the state, a recent study provided insight into how much the industry contributes to Milfordās economic base as well. According to Tourism Economics who conducted the survey, Delaware sees economic benefits of $258 million from sports tourism. āThere is no question that Milford benefits from sports tourism,ā Greater Milford Chamber of Commerce …
Sports tourism an economic boon in Delaware
A recent study found that sports tourism in Delaware contributed significantly to the state economy in 2023. According to the survey, sport tourism accounted for $258 million in the First State. The survey was conducted by Tourism Economics, a leading research organization. āThis study proves something that we already knew that sport tourism is a major factor in our state …
State moves to bolster sports tourism with $11.3 million in grants
An indoor track, a Frederica sports site, a pickleball complex and a tournament site have beenĀ awarded $11.3 million from a state fund devoted to boosting sports tourism. Established last year, the Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fundās allocations are announced by the Delaware Tourism Office, providing grants in support of sports facilities like arenas, courts, fields, aquatics facilities, track and …
Delaware Tech menās lacrosse earns top seed
Delaware Tech Men’s Lacrosse, photo courtesy of Delaware Tech Delaware Technical Community Collegeās menās lacrosse team finished the 2022 regular season with a 9-4 record and earned the number one seed in the four-team 2022 NJCAA Region 19/North Atlantic District Menās Lacrosse Tournament. This is the first time Delaware Tech has qualified for the tournament since 2018. The semifinal game …
Osprey Part of DE Turf Resurgence
It was a glorious evening June 24, with low humidity and a light breeze offering a brief respite from the almost constant humidity of Delaware summers. This night had just a little more to it at DE Turf, as CAFC Osprey (Womenās Premier Soccer League) hosted this seasonās final home match against Colonial Conference counterparts, Washington Dutch Lions FC. Speaking …