Scott Ashworth, Head of Safety and Security at Overtime Elite, recalls his work as a police officer and the transition into sports security.

Learn about 10 steps to help increase venue safety and security, according to the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) “Venue Security Director Survey.” 

Stonebreaker will be presented with the award during the 2022 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition on June 28-30 in Orlando.

The Innovation Institute for Fan Experience conference will take place May 24-25, 2022 in Las Vegas, covering changes to the health, safety and security landscape within sports and entertainment.

This February, two of the biggest in the sports world will occur concurrently: the Winter Olympic Games and the Super Bowl. Cybercriminals could use a broad range of cyber activities to disrupt these events. 

Real Madrid C.F., an internationally renowned soccer club, has named José Antonio Mellado Valverde its new Director of Security.

Six sports safety and security experts have been honored with National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS⁴) Emerging Industry Leader Awards based on their outstanding contributions to the sports safety field.

The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security, established in 2006 by the University of Southern Mississippi, is the only academic center in the United States devoted to the study and practice of spectator sports safety and security.

Security and safety protocols at the stadium will include proof of vaccination status or negative COVID-19 test; cashless only payments; face coverings and more.

The NCS⁴ hosts an annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition to educate top safety and security professionals on current practices, technologies, products, services, and future strategies to safeguard assets and spectators.