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Most destination marketing starts with the pitch: why an organizer should bring their event here. But the stronger sports tourism story often begins after that decision is made.

Providence Friars mascot posing with open arms at a Selection Sunday March Madness watch party inside a Providence bar decorated with a "Moonshine" stage sign and string lights.

We may be the smallest state, but with our large number of colleges and universities, Rhode Island's collegiate athletics programs provide a vast platform for youth athletes to compete on campuses in Providence and throughout the state.

Police motorcades escort several vehicles down the road on a sunny day in Providence, RI.

As the Senior Director of Sports Sales for the Rhode Island Sports Commission, I spend a lot of time talking about the great things Providence has to offer in terms of competition venues and hotel space.

Amica Mutual Pavilion arena entrance in downtown Providence under a bright blue sky

We are pleased to announce that Amica Insurance has been awarded the naming rights to the Civic Center in downtown Providence. Formerly known as the Dunkin' Donuts Center (the Dunk), the venue has been renamed the Amica Mutual Pavilion (the AMP).

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