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FIFA introducing World Cup Fan Fest events for Qatar 2022 and could see London bid to stage its own

FIFA has launched 'Fan Fests' for the 2022 Qatar World Cup this winter, which will be outside the host country for the first time, to make the tournament more accessible for football fans

FIFA has launched ‘Fan Fests’ around the world for the 2022 Qatar World Cup to make the tournament more accessible for football fans.

The competition, lasting a little less than a month from October-November this winter, will take place in the remote Middle Eastern peninsula. 

And global football’s governing body FIFA is introducing fan parks outside the host country for the first time, to allow supporters to drink in the World Cup experience outside Qatar – and London could bid to host its own.

FIFA has launched 'Fan Fests' for the 2022 Qatar World Cup this winter, which will be outside the host country for the first time, to make the tournament more accessible for football fans

FIFA has launched ‘Fan Fests’ for the 2022 Qatar World Cup this winter, which will be outside the host country for the first time, to make the tournament more accessible for football fans

If London does secure its own venue, it would be competing with the hugely popular Winter Wonderland in the city centre around the same time. 

Officially licensed Fan Fests began at the Germany World Cup in 2006 and have continued since then. 

There were 11 festival parks across each of the host cities in the competition’s last edition, in Russia in 2018, and the previous four World Cups have seen 40million visitors across five continents.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said: ‘To support our mission to make football truly global, accessible and inclusive, we are thrilled to introduce a new vision for the entertainment experience surrounding future FIFA World Cup events.

Official Fan Fests began at the Germany World Cup in 2006 and have continued since then, with 11 festival parks across each of the host cities in the last edition, in Russia in 2018

Official Fan Fests began at the Germany World Cup in 2006 and have continued since then, with 11 festival parks across each of the host cities in the last edition, in Russia in 2018

‘The FIFA Fan Festival provides an incredible opportunity for fans to come together beyond the stadiums and the on-pitch action and experience football in new and unique ways. 

‘We are truly excited about the future of the FIFA Fan Festival and the enhanced entertainment offerings that will bring fans and partners alike closer to both men’s and women’s FIFA World Cups, as well as global football culture.’

The fan parks at the Euro 2020 tournament, held across 11 countries in Europe, were largely successful, and the demand for tickets to the fan park in Hyde Park, London for the 2018 World Cup semi-final between England and Croatia was massive.

Qatar, a smaller country by area than Vanuatu, the Falkland Islands and Moldova , will only host one fan park, a ‘reimagined’ space in Al Bidda Park in Doha, with the capital city’s skyline in the background.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (pictured) called the fan parks a 'new vision for the entertainment experience' in order to 'make football truly global, accessible and inclusive'

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (pictured) called the fan parks a ‘new vision for the entertainment experience’ in order to ‘make football truly global, accessible and inclusive’

It will feature live broadcasts of every match on giant screen, concerts with top global music artists, a food court with ‘local cuisine and international delicacies’, matches with FIFA Legends, gaming stations and an official FIFA store.

The country is inaccessible compared to previous editions of the World Cup, with costs expected to be high.

If an England fan travels return from London, follow the Three Lions’ to the final (if they get there) and attend all eight matches along the way, sit in the cheapest seats and stay in the least expensive accommodation, the Football Supporters’ Association has calculated you will part with £5,000, before you pay for any food and drink.

However, this has to be caveated with the fact tickets sales have been strong, with nearly 2.5million sold so far.

FIFA will be offering fans a chance to camp at the World Cup in tents costing £350 per night

FIFA will be offering fans a chance to camp at the World Cup in tents costing £350 per night

Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy Secretary General H.E. Hassan Al Thawadi added: ‘It will be the centrepiece of our FIFA World Cup – the first to be held in the Middle East and the Arab world. 

‘When fans arrive in November, they should expect a warm welcome, amazing football and a large number of entertainment options. We look forward to welcoming the world in just over 70 days.’

The Fan Fest will appear at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, held in Australia and New Zealand, for the first time.

In July, FIFA unveiled a ‘tent city’ offering accommodation for the World Cup, which will cost supporters £350 per night as part of a ‘fan village’ camping experience. The tournament, at the time of writing, will take place in 75 days. 

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Ferrand-Prévot and Carod win short track events at Val di Sole MTB World Cup

Ferrand-Prévot and Carod win short track events at Val di Sole MTB World Cup

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L to r: Loana Lecomte, Pauline Ferrand Prevot, Alessandra Keller on the podium at short track event at Val di Sole MTB World Cup (Image credit: Rob Jones)

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The final round of the first-ever World Cup season in the cross-country Short Track (XCC), saw world champion Pauline Ferrand-Prévot (BMC) win the women’s race and her BMC teammate Titouan Carod win the men’s on Friday, in Val di Sole, Italy. 

The first overall series titles went to Alessandra Keller (Thomus Maxon) and Alan Hatherly (Cannondale Factory).

The women’s 20-minute race quickly came down to four riders – Ferrand-Prévot, Keller, Loana Lecomte (Canyon Collective) and Olympic XCO champion Jolanda Neff (Trek Factory).

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Rissveds, Colombo win Lenzerheide World Cup short track events

Rissveds, Colombo win Lenzerheide World Cup short track events

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Women’s cross-country short track podium in Lenzerheide (L to R): Alessandra Keller in second, winner Jenny Rissveds and third-placed Jolanda Neff (Image credit: UCI/ Christian Egelmaier/Verein Bike Weltcup)

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Jenny Rissveds won the fifth stop of the Short Track (XCC) series in Lenzerheide, Switzerland on Friday. The Swede held off the strong Swiss duo of Alessandra Keller and Jolanda Neff in picture-perfect conditions in Switzerland, which was held on a one-kilometre course around the Bike Arena. 

“Lenzerheide is quite similar to Sweden. Many roots. I like that. I didn’t really have a strategy, but found I was the fastest through the root passages, so I just went for it. I just found a good balance in my life. I’m happy and I love cycling and I enjoy racing too. It can go on like this,” Rissveds said after the UCI MTB World Cup victory, her third podium of the year in short track.

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Prize money for FIS World Cup events set to increase by 10 per cent

All FIS World Cup events are set to offer 10 per cent more prize money from the 2022-2023 season ©Getty Images

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Daley’s focus is on making 2023 Memorial Cup ‘memorable event’

Daley’s focus is on making 2023 Memorial Cup ‘memorable event’

Daley replaces the late Don Moores, who passed away from a heart attack last June 30. Daley just wants to carry on the legacy Moores left behind.

“I think Don did a fantastic job making the Blazers important in the community and I want to continue that,” he told reporters on Monday. “I want to make sure people are aware of us throughout the season, making sure we’re filling this building, getting good sponsorship, being good community supporters for our community here in Kamloops. The fact I’ve got experience with events, making sure the Memorial Cup is a memorable event for our community as well.”

Gaglardi feels Daley will help make that happen. He says Kamloops, as the Tournament Capital of Canada, is used to hosting these big events, but Daley’s presence will enhance the Memorial Cup even more.

“These muscles are here, the people are here, and so I think we can fit right into that mold that’s been created over decades,” said Gaglardi. “Then Norm’s knowledge of these events and connections will just be super important to make sure this event can be the best it can be.”

Planning for the Memorial Cup, the event itself, is his No. 1 focus as he jumps into the new role. Daley doesn’t make it a secret the championship tournament was a big motivator in taking the job.

“My motivation level is I wanted this event and I wanted this for our community, and I want to ensure we make this, if not the best, one of the best that’s ever been held,” he said. “That’s my motivation, to give back to the community and really be part of it.”

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DC hopes to host 2026 World Cup events after being snubbed as host city

DC hopes to host 2026 World Cup events after being snubbed as host city

After Washington D.C. was snubbed from being one of the 11 U.S. cities to host a 2026 FIFA World Cup game, Mayor Muriel Bowser is hoping that the city can still participate in some shape or form.

Appearing on “Good Day DC” on Friday, Bowser said they are working with FIFA to try and have some fan events happen on the National Mall.

In April, D.C. announced they had joined forces with Baltimore to place a bid as one of the hosting cities for FIFA World Cup 2026 events.

But as the names of the 16 North American cities were being announced Thursday, people at an event hosted by Events DC organizers were disappointed, The Athletic reported.

FIFA said the U.S. cities that will host are Dallas, Atlanta, New York, Boston, Houston, Los Angeles, Kansas City, Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle.

Two Canadian cities, Toronto and Vancouver, and three Mexico cities, Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey, will also host games.

This will mark the second time the U.S. has hosted the World Cup. The first time occurred in 1994.

Mexico has hosted the event twice before, once in 1970 and 1986.

Canada has never hosted a men’s World Cup match.

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D.C. and Baltimore not selected to host World Cup in 2026

D.C. and Baltimore not selected to host World Cup in 2026

Washington and Baltimore were not chosen as host cities for the 2026 World Cup in a failed joint bid, FIFA announced on Thursday.

Instead, 16 other cities were chosen out of 23 finalists throughout the United States, Mexico and Canada. Games were to be played at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore with ancillary events staged in Washington.

The United States, Mexico and Canada are jointly hosting the 2026 World Cup, the first time the tournament will be played in three countries. The U.S. previously hosted the 1994 World Cup.

Mexico was the site in 1986. 

The other host cities are:
Dallas, Atlanta, New York, Boston, Houston, Los Angeles, Kansas City, Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle. 

In Mexico, games will be played in Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara. Toronto and Vancouver are the host cities in Canada.  

The District hosted World Cup games in 1994, but they were played at the now-defunct RFK Stadium which no longer holds events and is slated for demolition. FedEx Field in Landover was withdrawn as an applicant earlier this year and instead Washington joined forces with Baltimore.

The 2026 World Cup will be expanded to 48 teams from the current 32-team structure that’s been in place since the 1998 World Cup in France.  

There will be 16 groups with three teams each. They will advance to a larger knockout stage of 32 teams instead of the current 16.

 

Each city made its pitch to FIFA officials last fall. 

This year’s World Cup in Qatar begins on Nov. 20 with four games, including the United States playing Wales. Games will air in Spanish on Telemundo 44.

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Auraria Campus to host Stanley Cup events – MSU Denver

Aerial view of the Tivoli Student Union and Tivoli Quad.

The Auraria Campus is excited to be the site of the NHL Fan Experience watch parties for all Stanley Cup home and away games. MSU Denver will continue normal business operations but please thoroughly review the information below, plan accordingly and connect with your supervisor on any changes in work modality.

Please stay tuned to the AHEC Avalanche Watch Party announcements page for the latest information.

Watch Party Details

Watch parties for all home and away Stanley Cup 2022 playoff games will be hosted on the Tivoli Quad and are free and open to the public. Attendees can watch the games on giant screens and enjoy food and beverage for purchase. The June 18 event will feature a free concert from 4-5:00 p.m.

The Tivoli Quad will be controlled access and attendees must enter the event via the sidewalk between the PE/Events Center and the Plaza Building. Before attending, please review the event webpage for a full schedule and more details.

Stanley Cup Game Day Schedule and Tivoli Quad Watch Party Start Times

Wednesday, June 15 – 4 p.m.

Saturday, June 18 – 2 p.m.

Monday, June 20 – 4 p.m.

Wednesday, June 22 – 4 p.m.

*Friday, June 24 – TBD

*Sunday, June 26 – TBD

*Tuesday, June 28 – TBD

*If necessary

Campus Access, Flexibility in Course Modalities

Major congestion, road closures and limited campus parking will impact the Auraria campus during all home and away game days. MSU Denver will continue normal business operations, but please plan accordingly and connect with your supervisor on any changes in work modality.

In anticipation of these impacts and closures, faculty members may cancel classes or move to an online modality, if possible, on impacted days. Instructors will need communicate these impacts and resulting instructional changes directly to their students.

Building Access

Several campus buildings will have restricted access on game days.

Wednesday, June 16

  • MSU Denver buildings will be key card access only at the following times: AES: 3:30p, HLC 3:00p, JSSB 5:00p
  • Central, West North Classroom key card access only after 6:30 p.m.
  • All other shared academic buildings key card access only after 6 p.m.
  • Tivoli Student Union Hours: 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
  • Tivoli Starbucks: Remote order pickup will be through the Starbucks Patio on the west end of the Tivoli 2-6 pm
  • The Auraria Library will be open 7:30 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Saturday, June 18

  • All MSU Denver buildings will be key card access only
  • All shared academic buildings key card access only after noon
  • Tivoli Student Union Hours: 8 am–2 pm
  • Tivoli Starbucks: Remote order pickup will be through the Starbucks Patio on the west end of the Tivoli 2-6 pm
  • The Auraria Campus Library will be closed

Monday, June 20

  • All MSU Denver buildings will be key card access only as we are closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday
  • King Center, Science Building, West Classroom key card access only after 6:30 p.m.
  • All other shared academic buildings key card access only after 5 p.m.
  • Tivoli Student Union Hours: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
  • Tivoli Starbucks: Remote order pickup will be through the Starbucks Patio on the west end of the Tivoli 2-6 pm
  • The Auraria Library will be open 7:30 a.m – 3 p.m.

More information will be provided regarding remaining games, scheduled for June 22, 24, 26 and 28, at a later date.

Road Closures 

  • Walnut Street will be closed throughout the duration of the series to accommodate equipment, technical and logistical needs.
  • Additional closures include parts of 11th Street, 12th Street and Larimer Street.
  • Road closures go into effect at 3:30 p.m. on event days, except for Saturday when closures will begin at 2:00 p.m.
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*Road closures are marked in red and are subject to change.

Parking

Event organizers anticipate traffic congestion. For anyone who must access campus by car, parking policies remain standard. Students and employees who hold permits can park normally. Vehicles that are registered with the AHEC parking office will not be subject to event-specific parking rates, which begin after 3 p.m. Event rates will be $20 for lots and $25 in Tivoli Garage. Reserving parking spaces in not allowed.

Learn how to register your vehicle and find more information regarding permits, rates and access.

More Information

More information on event operations and schedules, campus closures and transportation will be posted on the AHEC announcements webpage. Follow the Early Bird for more specific information as it becomes available.

As a reminder, please report any incidents or emergencies by phone at 303-556-5000 or text 720-593-TIPS (8477). The Auraria Campus Police Department will provide security and manage traffic.

 

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Organizers Unveil Memorial Cup Event Schedule

Organizers Unveil Memorial Cup Event Schedule
Organizers Unveil Memorial Cup Event Schedule

Organizing committee chair Mark-Anthony Ashfield (left) and Saint John Sea Dogs general manager Trevor Georgie. (Image: Brad Perry)

There will be more than just hockey to check out when the Memorial Cup comes to town in just a few days.

On Tuesday, organizers unveiled the full list of events that are scheduled to take place during the tournament.

Mark-Anthony Ashfield, chair of the organizing committee, said a total of 12 major events will take place over 12 days.

“We really wanted this event to be one that our entire community could participate in and feel like they were part of the Memorial Cup. Out of that discussion and out of that thinking really came to our theme of One for All,” said Ashfield.

Events begin on Saturday, June 18, with the unveiling of two legacy projects — a ball hockey surface near TD Station and a new mural at the AREA 506 Waterfront Container Village.

It also marks the beginning of a ball hockey tournament and the first of six themed street parties dubbed the One for All District. It includes a Youth Day, Father’s Day, LGBTQ+ Day, Francophone Day, Maritime Day, and Multicultural Day.

“The One for All District not only allows us a platform to speak about our focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, but it also gives us an opportunity to showcase the incredible architecture and uptown businesses within a short walk of the host venue,” said Ashfield.

Also on Saturday is an open-air concert at the Waterfront Container Village dubbed the Port City Party, featuring Juno Award-winning band The Strumbellas.

The Arrival of the Cup will take place on Sunday with a parade from Long Wharf to the Waterfront Container Village. This year’s military jersey will also be unveiled.

Monday will see the start of Fan Fest and Bash on the Bay, along with Game 1 of the Memorial Cup.

Fan Fest, which takes until June 29 in Market Square, includes an exhibit from the Hockey Hall of Fame as well as the weeklong Speaker Series with speakers reflecting the One for All concept.

Bash on the Bay takes place at the Waterfront Container Village and will feature performers from across Canada, including Big Wreck, Alan Doyle, Classified, and Matt Mays. Performances are scheduled for either before or after game time.

On-ice skills sessions will be taking place throughout the week, run by elite male and female leaders including past and present personalities from the CHL and NHL. In addition, Olympic medalist Curt Harnett will host a bike rodeo and community bike ride on Saturday, June 25.

Ashfield said this will be the biggest Memorial Cup to ever be hosted anywhere in Canada.

“There have been bigger venues, there have been larger cities that have hosted the Memorial Cup, but in terms of things that are going to happen for the city, there has not been a Memorial Cup like this one,” he said.

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Big Ten Women Sweep Events on Day 2 of Indy Spring Cup

Big Ten Women Sweep Events on Day 2 of Indy Spring Cup

2022 INDY SPRING CUP

  • May 18-21, 2022
  • LCM (50 meters)
  • IU Natatorium, Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Meet Mobile: “2022 Indy Spring Cup”

Many of the top midwest club and college swimmers are competing at the IU Natatorium this weekend.

Highlighting the prelims session was 2020 US Tokyo Olympian and bronze medalist in the event, Annie Lazor, who swam a 2:24.01 to be the top seed heading into finals. Lazor scratched the event for finals, but notably, her prelims swim this morning was faster than her prelims swim for International Team Trials a few weeks ago. There she swam a 2:24.48 in prelims. Lazor is set to compete for the US in the 50 and 100 breaststrokes at the 2022 World Championships less than a month from now in Budapest.

Kicking off night 2 was Ohio State’s Aislinn Walsh. Walsh won the women’s 200 fly in a 2:15.36. That was a huge time for Walsh as her previous best time was a 2:19.24. Ohio State continued their success in the event going 2-3 as well. Kyra Sommerstad was second in a 2:16.05, a huge best time from her 2:22.14. Meredith Moellering was third in a 2:17.19.

Winning the men’s 200 fly was Michigan’s Connor Hunt. Hunt had the fastest last 50 split of the field to win in a 1:59.46. Hunt was the only sub-2:00 time as Carmel Swim Club’s Aaron Shackell was second in a 2:00.10. Shackell is committed to Cal for fall 2023. Indiana’s Brendan Burns was third in a 2:01.20, over a second and a half faster than he was at International Team Trials.

Ohio State’s Amy Fulmer continued her success from night one into night two winning the 50 free in a 25.75. Michigan’s Claire Newman was second in a 25.93. Kit Kat Zennick of Ohio State was third in a 26.22. All three were in the Big Ten A final of the short course version of the event this February.

Winning the men’s 50 freestyle was Andrej Barna in a 22.69. Barna represented Serbia at the Tokyo Olympics swimming a 22.29 for 28th place there. Indiana’s Jack Franzman was second in a 22.99 just ahead of teammate Rafael Miroslaw who was third in a 23.01.

Indiana’s Mackenzie Looze continued the Big Ten wins on the women’s side, winning the 200 breast in a 2:29.24. This was just off her 2:27.60 which she swam at International Team Trials to finish sixth. Teammate Brearna Crawford was second in a 2:29.83, and Ohio State’s Reese Dehen was third in a 2:37.66.

Earning the only club-swimmer win of the night was Michael Phillips. The 18 year old from Aquajets Swim Team won the men’s 200 breast in a 2:17.69. Phillips is committed to Navy for this fall. Michigan’s Ansel Froass was second in a 2:20.02, just ahead of an Ohio State 3-4-5 finish made up of William Reagan (2:21.11), Nathan Holty (2:21.49), and Karl Helmuth (2:21.86).

Amy Fulmer of Ohio State picked up her second win of the night with a 1:00.73 100 backstroke. That was just off of her 1:00.48 which she swam to finished eighth at International Team Trials. Indiana’s Anna Peplowski was second in a best time of 1:01.37, and Michigan’s Casey Chung was third in a 1:02.81.

Nikolaos Sofianidis won the men’s 100 backstroke in a 55.82. Thomas Watkins of Ohio State was second in a 56.64. Indiana’s Gavin Wright was third in a 56.87  just ahead of teammate Luke Barr who touched in a 56.92.

Finishing off the women’s side of the night was Indiana’s Ella Ristic with a win in the 400 freestyle. Ristic swam a best time of 4:16.39. Ohio State’s Maya Geringer was second in a 4:17.93, and Michigan’s Kathryn Shanley was third in a 4:19.24.

Murilo Sartori won the men’s 400 free in a 3:52.94 ahead of Ilia Sibirtsev who was second in a 3:54.51. Jake Mitchell, who swam the event for the US at last year’s Olympics, was third in a 3:57.01. Mitchell is in his first meet back since battling mono.