Columbus Sports Stories & Scoops

Columbus Thanksgiving Day Races and Turkey Trots in 2024

Thanksgiving in Columbus isn’t just about turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie—it’s also about staying active and enjoying the holiday spirit! For many, the day starts with a brisk race, and Columbus and its surrounding areas offer various options for those looking to combine fitness with festive fun…

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Running the Columbus Marathon with Darris Blackford

The Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon and Half-Marathon is set for October 20, 2024. This interview was originally published in 2022. There are a lot of moving parts – and bagels and bananas – involved in the annual Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon, which also…

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10 Things to Know about the APP Women's Open

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the United States, and Columbus is set to make pickleball history this October. The city is set to host the inaugural APP Women’s Open presented by The James, the first-ever professional and amateur pickleball tournament dedicated entirely to women. The…

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Packed 2024 Columbus Sports Schedule Rolls On

Strap in, sports fans. 2024 is going to be a huge year in Columbus sports. This isn't everything - head here for that - just a shortlist of the notable events in and around the city this year. January January 22-28 | U.S. Figure Skating Championships at Nationwide Arena February February 21 |…

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Community Cup Breaks Participation Records in 2024

It's official - 2024 was the largest Community Cup presented by the Columbus Foundation ever. There were 43 teams, including several new entries, and nearly 1,500 participants. The weather was perfect for friendly competition, with a 100% chance of fist pumps, high fives and smiles. Safelite…

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Buckle Up for Football Season

The 2024 Ohio State Buckeyes Football season starts August 31 vs. Akron and ends - well we hope it ends deep into January with a long run to the College Football Playoff Championship. But the last regular season home game is November 30 vs. Michigan. Game Day Guide Fall Saturdays in Columbus are…

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MLS All-Star Preview

The best players in MLS and Liga MX come to Lower.com Field for MLS All-Star Week to kick off the Summer of Soccer in our city. We've got you covered with players to watch on both teams, Skills Challenge 101 and our new fan guide. First up, a quick rundown of the biggest events on the schedule…

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