The U.S. Soccer Foundation recently opened its 700th mini-pitch, and continues to transform underserved communities by providing a place to play.

We may not have a highly accurate crystal ball, but the views of far-thinking designers might be the next best thing.

From community aquatic centers to natatoriums and beyond, aquatic facilities are increasingly being planned to meet a wide variety of community wants and needs. 

Together Outdoors, an initiative of Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, announced the awardees of its Inclusive Micro-Grant Program grants totaling $70,000. 

USA Swimming, the national governing body for the sport of swimming in the United States, announced the four cities that will host this year’s International Water Safety Day events. 

The ASLA Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, has announced a new grant to the University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center in the School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation to create two new resource guides on the economic benefits of landscape architecture and nature-based solutions. 

The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the trade association representing the swimming pool, hot tub, and spa industry, announced that Pentair will once again serve as Program Sponsor for National Water Safety Month (NWSM) this May. 

Almost all U.S. adults (93%) are likely to seek out a new skill or hobby — particularly cooking, fitness and health, and arts and crafts — according to the latest National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Park Pulse poll.