Sport-Travel Radio

Windsor, Colorado is home to a new and innovative multi-sport complex designed with scale and inclusivity at its core. This week Tyler had the chance to interview Casey Katofsky who is responsible for guiding this venture into the limelight. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week Tyler and Sean jump into online coaching and how businesses have evolved to survive. The guys talk about what businesses in sport can be doing better now and provide tips for where you should go from here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week Tyler sits down with Sportsnet's Kyle Bukauskas to dive into Kyle's early days in sport and broadcasting. The conversation engages in what you need to make in media as well as how to give back. Kyle finishes up by outlining his prediction for back to play as it unfolds today. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week Sean connected with former NY Mets Strength & Conditioning Coach Ronnie Kenyatta as they talk strength and speed training. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

One of the biggest misses in team sport is the failure to outline expectations. This week we dive into how you can set policies for your athletes regarding character, interactions, media, and for their community. If you're a coach you aren't going to want to miss this one. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week we are talking about practice! It's time to start looking towards back to play strategies. We deliver a three-step checklist to help you start planning for back to play strategies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

Events in the post-COVID-19 need to think about the longtail of their survival. Making money will be part of survival but will too much profit be the death of your organization? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week Tyler (@tourneyboss) had the opportunity to sit down with Tom Bower of KBC Hoops (@kbchoops) to discuss effective leadership and innovation in the event community. The discussion was enlightening and gave great insight into how to help your business survive and thrive as we look to move on from this global pandemic. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

Jonathan Miller of Radisson Hotels returns to the show to discuss the impact the COVID-19 Pandemic has had on hotels, employees, and partners. It's a great perspective and Jonathan hits on some key things to look for in the days to come. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

A great interview with Blake Thompson about the impact COVID-19 has had on his business and how the industry is reacting. Blake is returning to the show to discuss the severity of the outcome and how he is coping with the fallout. You can find Blake and Teammate Basketball on all socials at @teammatehoops or visit their website at teammatebasketball.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week Sean and Alex the Intern talk officiating and specifically refereeing the sport of ice hockey. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week on Tournament Talk the @tourneyboss had a chance to sit down with Zanth Jarvis of Tourism London to talk about what makes London a play in Sport Tourism. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week we are lucky enough to have our Intern Alex jump on the show with Sean. Alex has been working with Sean a number of projects and comes to us with experience at a community rink in Toronto. Alex walks us through the trials and tribulations that face facility employees that many don't see or understand. Don't forget to rate, review, and SHARE!! Follow us at: @sportdashtravel (IG | Twitter | Facebook) @sportdashsean (IG | Twitter | Facebook) @tourneyboss (IG | Twitter | Facebook) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week on Tournament Talk we dive into information and how you can make sure you're the best you. We touch on ways to grow and build your event network by staying ahead of the competition. Please share and review across all platforms. Follow us at: @sportdashtravel (IG | Twitter | Facebook) @sportdashsean (IG | Twitter | Facebook) @tourneyboss (IG | Twitter | Facebook) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

Building an event is about selling you, your product, and your brand. This week we dive into 10 ways to generate more leads and traction for your business. Please rate and review across all platforms. Thank you all for your support. We've been blown away by the growth and success of the podcast so far. Don't forget to check out our other podcasts across the Sport-Travel Radion Network. Follow us at: @sportdashtravel (IG | Twitter | Facebook) @sportdashsean (IG | Twitter | Facebook) @tourneyboss (IG | Twitter | Facebook) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

If you're a parent new to elite sports or aren't sure how to coach your child from being a kid to a college-ready showcase athlete than this is the episode for you. Perspective is everything and we dive into some great ways to help your kid, help yourself, help your coach, and ultimately how to get out of your own way. Please rate and review our show on the platform you use most (i.e., Spotify, iTunes, etc.). Don't forget to follow Sean (@sportdashsean) and Tyler(@tourneyboss) on the internet. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

After a week at the IHG offices in Atlanta Tyler (@tourneyboss) had the chance to sit down with Brendan St.Jacques of IHG Hotels & Resorts. We dive into a fun debate about the myths hotels have about housing companies and discuss some of the issues on both sides of the fence.  Please rate and review our show on the platform you use most (i.e., Spotify, iTunes, etc.). Don't forget to follow Sean (@sportdashsean) and Tyler(@tourneyboss) on the internet. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week President Trump is on the chopping blocks so we dive right into how and when you should consider removing a tournament from your competitive schedule. Now it's not all doom and gloom we talk about the things to consider when making decisions and how to handle a conversation to impact change instead of seeing history repeat itself. Please rate and review our show on the platform you use most (i.e., Spotify, iTunes, etc.). Don't forget to follow Sean (@sportdashsean) and Tyler(@tourneyboss) on the internet. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week the boys dive into building and nurturing communities. Where to start, what to focus on, and what your ultimate goals should look like. Learn how to build your customer base by focusing on several easy to implement steps. Please rate and review our show on the platform you use most (i.e., Spotify, iTunes, etc.). Don't forget to follow Sean (@sportdashsean) and Tyler(@tourneyboss) on the internet. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week Sean and Tyler discuss how the consumer is often the deterrent to saving themselves money. Please rate and review our show on the platform you use most (i.e., Spotify, iTunes, etc.). Don't forget to follow Sean (@sportdashsean) and Tyler(@tourneyboss) on the internet. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

What is a third-party hotel partner? How do you choose a third-party partner? Why should you choose a third-party ? This week we dive into a topic that is close to home. If you're unfamiliar with our industry or think you have it all figured out this is a great episode to listen in on. It outlines the pros, cons, and misunderstandings of what we do each and every day. Please rate and review our show on the platform you use most (i.e., Spotify, iTunes, etc.). Don't forget to follow Sean (@sportdashsean) and Tyler(@tourneyboss) on the internet. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week Tyler had a chance to sit down with Peter Feenstra. They talked about what has led to all his success running tournaments over the years and what new tournament directors can learn from his experience. Simple and easy ideas to succeed in today's changing landscape. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

On today's episode we sit down with Jillian Hollis, professional golfer currently on the LPGA tour. We talk about her career and how she's progressed since starting out as a child, selecting a college and what it's been like to play professionally full time. We are later joined by Jillian's mother who discusses why giving up golf at a young age might have been the best thing for Jillian. Shout outs to Lauren Stephenson @LaurenSteph1 for helping Jillian along the way and to Gareth Raflewski @Raflewski her putting coach from our hometown in London, ON. Jillian's Twitter @freewilly_jilly Jillilan's Instagram @jillianhollis If you want to be part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team. This week I talk about looking for higher level sales managers and using your full travel schedule to bring down costs across the season. If you want to be part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team. I did it again. Just last week we discussed booking within a pre-determined hotel block. This week I talk about some of the ways you can use that information to look at other hotels to see if you can save even more money. If you want to be part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

Our team at Sport-Travel just concluded the first edition of the WSC Ontario Sponsorship and Partnership conference in Toronto. One of our many sessions was this great discussion between Tyler Childs (@tourneyboss), Brendan St. Jacques (Key Accounts Manager at IHG), and Loren Christie (Business Events Toronto. There is a wealth of knowledge shared in this episode and gives some amazing insight into how to build a great partnership for your event(s) by utilizing industry experts. Don't forget to follow us on social: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsea --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team. This week I talk looking at pre-existing hotel blocks and jumping on board with someone else's work in negotiating those rates. If you want to be part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

In this juicy episode, we talk with Jonathan Miller. Jonathan is an industry veteran and a former Third-Party Housing business owner himself. His experience on the event side has paved his way for success in hotels where he finds himself today. Jonathan is the Director of Global Sports Tourism for Radisson Sports and this episode uncovers some truths and misunderstandings about the event housing industry. You won't want to miss this one.  Don't forget to follow us on social: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean You can follow our guest from this week's episode: @radissonsports If you want a chance to win a 2-night stay anywhere in North America head over to https://tourneyboss.app/blogs/news/follow-and-win-weekend-hotel-package --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team. This week I talk about amenities and not paying for more than you will use. I get into a quick recent example of a team not overpaying when looking at similar hotels. If you want to be part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week Tyler was in Louisville, Kentucky for Connect Marketplace 2019. During our time we had an opportunity to sit down with Blake Thompson from Teammate Basketball. We had a great chat about the birth, growth, and goals of Teammate Basketball. Blake has a collegiate playing background alongside experience with the United States Basketball Association as the Vice President of Basketball Operations. It was a great discussion about the love of the game and the future of Teammate Basketball.  You can find more about Blake at:http://www.teammatebasketball.com OR On the socials at:@teammatehoops Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. Don't Forget to Subscribe and post a review. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team.  In this episode I talk about reviewing your options and being ready to make quick decisions. Don't be uniformed, but make sure that when you receive info from the hotels you are ready to take action.   If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

It's Little League World Series time and we are highlighting what this amazing event does well, what makes it's special, and how you can replicate some of their successes or models to grow your business.  Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team.  This week I talk about getting breakfast included in your rate and not having to go out and spend money at a restaurant nearby. The costs may not seem significant on a single day, but over the course of a full season they can really add up.  If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week we discuss team growing pains and how it impacts your coaching staff, parents, athletes, and organization. We suggest a couple of great ways to handle tough situations.  Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team.  This week I talk about staying at independent hotels outside of the major brands. You'll need to do a bit more homework but the savings can definitely be significant.  If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week we dive into hotel timelines and how they can make life easy or ruin everything.  Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team.  This week I talk about staying at hotels within the same brand and showing that loyalty to a brand. It really can go a long way. If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

In this week's episode, we chat about the biggest mistake tournament directors make. We cover how to deal with it and where to take your business to combat these conversations.  Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team.  This week I talk about exploring your options and being willing to change your preference if need be.  If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

Starting your tournament business is easy right? WRONG. Starting a tournament business is hard work, long hours, and requires meticulous attention to detail. We've got you covered though. This week we dive into the key steps to getting started and some of the biggest mistakes tournament directors make.  Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

How to Save Money on Hotels is a short form podcast detailing how your team or organization can save money at hotels when booking a group. Check back each week for another simple tip or strategy to help save money for your team.  This week I talk about staying at the same hotel as you have stayed at in the past.  If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week we dive into how tournament structure can be impacted by the minimum game format. We discuss how it impacts experience and ways to avoid it. Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This was a really insightful talk with Raymond who is a parent who is also a coach. Raymond talks about setting expectations from day one and establishing himself as a coach first and parent second. Listen as he gives some great advice as to how to have that conversation with the rest of the parents, but also goes into a situation where there was an issue with another parent coach on the team and what he did to remedy the situation.  If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

Parents can be the worst nightmare of any coach. In this episode, we discuss how to manage parents in a very unconventional way that is better for the team culture, the kids, and the parents, although they might not see it that way.  Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

We are back for another week of Tournament Talk and this week we are talking sponsorship. How do you attract a new sponsor for your event and how do you make sure it is of value to them and your consumer.  Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel @tourneyboss @sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week I get to sit with Tom who is a coach for his sons' Little League teams, however does not coach their travel baseball teams. Tom grew up playing baseball and has undoubtedly passed along his passion for the game to his sons.  We chat about the teams he does coach and what he brings to the team and what other players can learn from athletes who have a real passion for the game. Listen as we get into who coaches his sons' travel baseball teams and why he feels this is a great situation, even though they are also parent coaches.  If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This was a fun topic this week. We talk sportsmanship at the Women's World Cup, in the NBA Finals, in minor league baseball, and in our men's league. Can you call them equal or are they all a little different? Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel@tourneyboss@sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week on Tournament Talk we talk about best practices to services to survive rain delays. Pre-event preparation is half the battle but what should you focus on to make sure your team is prepared for the elements. Find out on this week's episode. Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel@tourneyboss@sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

Hotel Tax is a staple of the sports tourism industry. It's become a key economic driver within the space but most people don't know what it is or how its used. In this episode, we go into detail about where it fits and how it impacts the sports tourism. Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel@tourneyboss@sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

In the third episode of Daddy Ball we speak with Bob who also coached his son up until a point, and then stepped back from coaching to let a paid coach take the reigns. Bob wanted to spend some time as a parent enjoying the game, and allowing another coach to step into his previous role helped him enjoy the game with his son more. Bob gives some great advice about letting your child in on the decision making process of trying out and joining a team. At the end of the day a very small percentage of players progress to College or Pro baseball, so if they are comfortable and having fun that is the most important part of the decision.  If you want to be a part of a future episode email sean@sport-travel.com with contact information i.e., phone, email, social media, etc.. and what topic you'd like to discuss. Don't forget to follow Sean on social at @sportdashsean and Sport-Travel at @sportdashtravel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message

This week on Tournament Talk we discuss tournament formats and specifically dive into the differences between Single & Double Elimination.  Find us on the socials at: @sportdashtravel@tourneyboss@sportdashsean If you'd like to be part of a future show email sean@sport-travel.com for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tournamenttalk/message