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Your Guide to Working Boston's Major Venues: How to Get ...

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Your Guide to Working Boston's Major Venues: How to Get ...

From Fenway Park to TD Garden, the Hub's iconic stadiums offer hundreds of seasonal jobs—here's how to land one.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Climbing Scene Scales New Heights With Expanded ...

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Boston's Climbing Scene Scales New Heights With Expanded ...

From Everett's newest gyms to Quincy's crags, the region's adventure climbing facilities are fueling a boom in extreme sports participation.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Your Playbook to Boston's Amateur Leagues: How to Get ...

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Your Playbook to Boston's Amateur Leagues: How to Get ...

From kickball in the Seaport to competitive volleyball in Somerville, Boston's recreational sports scene offers something for every skill level—here's how to join.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Running, Cycling, and Triathlon Clubs Are ...

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Boston's Running, Cycling, and Triathlon Clubs Are ...

From Beacon Hill to Jamaica Plain, endurance sports clubs are attracting thousands of locals seeking fitness, friendship, and purpose beyond the finish line.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Dorchester Youth Soccer Club Nets National Recognition ...

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Dorchester Youth Soccer Club Nets National Recognition ...

The Uphams Corner-based organization is redefining grassroots development in Boston with a 40% increase in participation and a pathway that's catching the attention of elite youth leagues nationwide.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Breaking Into Boston's Fitness Scene: Your Guide to ...

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Breaking Into Boston's Fitness Scene: Your Guide to ...

From Seaport warehouses to Back Bay boutiques, here's what you need to know before joining the Hub's booming fitness culture.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

New England Revolution's Rising Star Signs Record ...

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New England Revolution's Rising Star Signs Record ...

The midfielder's three-year deal represents the largest contract in club history, signaling ambitions for MLS Cup contention.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From the Charles to the Community: How Boston's Grassroots Water Sports Movement is Making Waves

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From the Charles to the Community: How Boston's Grassroots Water Sports Movement is Making Waves

Volunteer-led initiatives across the city are opening up swimming and aquatic sports to neighborhoods that have long been left out of Boston's watery playground.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston Rowing Club's Summer Elite Squad Reshapes City's Fitness Culture

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Boston Rowing Club's Summer Elite Squad Reshapes City's Fitness Culture

As the prestigious institution launches an unprecedented community training program on the Charles River, local gyms and fitness centers are watching closely.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Amateur Leagues Are Thriving—and They're Doing Far More Than Just Winning Games

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Boston's Amateur Leagues Are Thriving—and They're Doing Far More Than Just Winning Games

From the Charles River to Jamaica Plain, local sports clubs are weaving together neighbourhoods and creating the kind of community bonds that money can't buy.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Climbing Boom Reveals a City Hungry for Risk, Community, and Real Challenge

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Boston's Climbing Boom Reveals a City Hungry for Risk, Community, and Real Challenge

New participation data shows outdoor climbing and extreme sports are reshaping how locals think about fitness—and what they're willing to invest in it.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Summer Stadium Circuit: What to Expect as Fenway and TD Garden Ready for Championship Contention

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Boston's Summer Stadium Circuit: What to Expect as Fenway and TD Garden Ready for Championship Contention

With the Red Sox chasing October glory and the Celtics eyeing back-to-back titles, the city's iconic venues are bracing for a marquee season.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Fitness Infrastructure Boom: How New Venues Are Reshaping the City's Training Landscape

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Boston's Fitness Infrastructure Boom: How New Venues Are Reshaping the City's Training Landscape

From Seaport to Somerville, state-of-the-art gyms and sports facilities are transforming how the Hub's athletes train.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Youth Sports Boom: What Rising Enrollment Numbers Reveal About Our Fitness Culture

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Boston's Youth Sports Boom: What Rising Enrollment Numbers Reveal About Our Fitness Culture

Fresh participation data shows where young Bostonians are playing—and what that tells us about how the city's fitness priorities are shifting.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Neighbourhood Running Clubs to City-Wide Movement: How Boston's Grassroots Athletes Built an Endurance Revolution

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From Neighbourhood Running Clubs to City-Wide Movement: How Boston's Grassroots Athletes Built an Endurance Revolution

What started as informal meetups on the Esplanade has blossomed into a thriving ecosystem of community-driven cycling, running, and triathlon groups that are reshaping fitness culture across the region.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Aquatic Athletes Make Waves: Latest Results from a Banner Week in Water Sports

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Boston's Aquatic Athletes Make Waves: Latest Results from a Banner Week in Water Sports

From the Charles River to competitive pools across the region, local swimmers and water sports enthusiasts delivered impressive performances this week.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Revolution's Midweek Stumble Ends Unbeaten Streak as MLS Season Intensifies

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Revolution's Midweek Stumble Ends Unbeaten Streak as MLS Season Intensifies

New England's hopes for a playoff push took a hit this week with mixed results on the field, leaving supporters at Gillette Stadium searching for answers.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's CrossFit Elite Collective Takes National Stage With Revolutionary Training Model

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Boston's CrossFit Elite Collective Takes National Stage With Revolutionary Training Model

A Seaport-based competitive training club is reshaping how Boston athletes approach fitness by blending elite coaching with accessible community programming.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Soccer Boom Reveals a City Hungry for Accessible Fitness

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Boston's Soccer Boom Reveals a City Hungry for Accessible Fitness

Surging participation numbers across youth and adult leagues show how the sport is reshaping how Greater Boston stays active.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston Rec League Cinderella Story: How a Dorchester Softball Team Conquered the City Championship

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Boston Rec League Cinderella Story: How a Dorchester Softball Team Conquered the City Championship

The Dot Strikers' improbable run to victory has reignited passion for grassroots athletics across the city.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From the Charles to Community Pools: How Boston's Grassroots Water Sports Movement Is Making Waves

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From the Charles to Community Pools: How Boston's Grassroots Water Sports Movement Is Making Waves

A network of volunteer-led initiatives across the city is transforming swimming from an elite pursuit into an accessible passion for thousands of residents.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Fitness Revolution: How World-Class Gyms and Training Facilities Are Reshaping the City's Athletic Culture

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Boston's Fitness Revolution: How World-Class Gyms and Training Facilities Are Reshaping the City's Athletic Culture

From state-of-the-art complexes in Back Bay to neighbourhood CrossFit boxes in Somerville, Boston's booming fitness infrastructure is driving participation rates to new heights.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Neighbourhood Pitches to City Pride: How Boston's Soccer Clubs Are Thriving and Building Community

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From Neighbourhood Pitches to City Pride: How Boston's Soccer Clubs Are Thriving and Building Community

As youth participation reaches record highs, local clubs across the city are transforming empty lots and underused parks into vital gathering spaces where families, immigrants, and longtime residents find connection through the beautiful game.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Celtics' Championship Window Reshapes Boston Arena Landscape as Franchise Eyes Summer Moves

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Celtics' Championship Window Reshapes Boston Arena Landscape as Franchise Eyes Summer Moves

With the green dynasty in full stride, TD Garden and surrounding Causeway Street corridors buzz with unprecedented urgency around roster construction.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Aquatic Ambitions: How aging pools and waterfront venues shape the city's swimming future

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Boston's Aquatic Ambitions: How aging pools and waterfront venues shape the city's swimming future

As demand for water sports surges, the Hub faces a critical infrastructure challenge—modernizing facilities that have served generations while expanding access across neighborhoods.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Concrete to Cliff Face: How Boston's Underground Climbing Community Built a Movement from Scratch

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From Concrete to Cliff Face: How Boston's Underground Climbing Community Built a Movement from Scratch

What started as a handful of climbers meeting in a Somerville warehouse has evolved into a grassroots network reshaping how thousands access extreme sport.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Youth Sports Machine: Inside the Aging Facilities Keeping the Next Generation in the Game

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Boston's Youth Sports Machine: Inside the Aging Facilities Keeping the Next Generation in the Game

As demand for youth athletics surges across the city, aging pools, courts, and fields strain under pressure—and city leaders grapple with a multimillion-dollar infrastructure gap.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Summer Leagues Heat Up: Local Clubs Score Big in Week's Competitive Action

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Summer Leagues Heat Up: Local Clubs Score Big in Week's Competitive Action

From softball diamonds in Jamaica Plain to cricket pitches in Dorchester, Boston's recreational athletes delivered dramatic finishes and record-breaking performances this week.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston Triathlon Club's Youth Squad Shatters Northeast Regional Records

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Boston Triathlon Club's Youth Squad Shatters Northeast Regional Records

The Charles River Tri Club's junior endurance athletes are rewriting the record books and putting the city on the map as a rising triathlon powerhouse.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Breaking Into Boston's Gym Scene: Your Essential Guide to Getting Started

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Breaking Into Boston's Gym Scene: Your Essential Guide to Getting Started

From Beacon Hill boutiques to Southie CrossFit boxes, here's what you need to know before joining Boston's booming fitness culture.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Your Complete Guide to Playing Soccer in Boston: How to Get Involved and What You Need to Know to Start

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Your Complete Guide to Playing Soccer in Boston: How to Get Involved and What You Need to Know to Start

From neighbourhood leagues in Jamaica Plain to competitive clubs across the city, here's everything a beginner needs to know about joining Boston's thriving soccer community.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Recreational Sports Infrastructure Struggles to Keep Pace With Booming Amateur Demand

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Boston's Recreational Sports Infrastructure Struggles to Keep Pace With Booming Amateur Demand

As participation in local leagues surges, aging facilities and rising costs threaten access to the courts, fields, and rinks that fuel the city's grassroots athletic culture.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Roxbury to Beacon Hill, Boston's Soccer Clubs Score Big Off the Pitch

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From Roxbury to Beacon Hill, Boston's Soccer Clubs Score Big Off the Pitch

As youth participation surges 23% in three years, local football clubs are becoming anchors of neighbourhood identity and social cohesion across the city.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Youth Sports Revolution Built on Aging Courts and New Money

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Boston's Youth Sports Revolution Built on Aging Courts and New Money

As participation surges across the city, grassroots clubs face a critical squeeze between crumbling infrastructure and the rising cost of keeping young athletes in the game.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Summer Swim Season Hits Peak Heat: What to Know About July's Major Aquatic Events

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Boston's Summer Swim Season Hits Peak Heat: What to Know About July's Major Aquatic Events

As temperatures soar, the city's pools and harbors host everything from competitive finals to community diving championships.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Neighborhood Sidewalks to Finish Lines: How Boston's Grassroots Endurance Movement Built Something Bigger

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From Neighborhood Sidewalks to Finish Lines: How Boston's Grassroots Endurance Movement Built Something Bigger

A decade ago, a handful of runners met on Boston Common. Today, thousands of cyclists, triathletes, and distance runners are reshaping the city's athletic identity—one community group at a time.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Reaching New Heights: How Boston's Climbing Clubs Are Thriving and Building Community

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Reaching New Heights: How Boston's Climbing Clubs Are Thriving and Building Community

From Cambridge warehouses to the Blue Hills, local climbing organizations are forging tight-knit communities while democratizing access to extreme sport.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Fitness Clubs Are Thriving by Building Real Community, Not Just Selling Memberships

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Boston's Fitness Clubs Are Thriving by Building Real Community, Not Just Selling Memberships

From Beacon Hill to Dorchester, independent gyms are discovering that loyalty and connection matter more than cutting-edge equipment.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Cape Verde's World Cup Fairy Tale Is Drawing Record Crowds to Boston Sports Venues

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Cape Verde's World Cup Fairy Tale Is Drawing Record Crowds to Boston Sports Venues

As the island nation shocks the tournament, local stadiums and sports bars are hosting watch parties that rival traditional playoff viewing.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Soccer Renaissance Built on Concrete: How City Infrastructure Is Fueling the Beautiful Game's Growth

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Boston's Soccer Renaissance Built on Concrete: How City Infrastructure Is Fueling the Beautiful Game's Growth

From Dorchester's renovated pitches to Seaport's new training facilities, Boston is investing heavily in the grassroots infrastructure that turns casual players into competitive athletes.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Bay State Amateur Leagues Heat Up: This Week's Victories, Upsets, and Standout Performances

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Bay State Amateur Leagues Heat Up: This Week's Victories, Upsets, and Standout Performances

From Dorchester to the Seaport, Boston's recreational leagues delivered drama, comebacks, and career-defining moments as summer play enters full swing.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Cracked Courts to Champions: The Grassroots Story Behind Boston's Community Sport Movement

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From Cracked Courts to Champions: The Grassroots Story Behind Boston's Community Sport Movement

As youth participation in traditional sports declines nationwide, a network of neighbourhood organizations across Boston is quietly rebuilding the foundation of athletic opportunity—one court, one field, and one kid at a time.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

The Boston Endurance Boom: What Rising Participation Numbers Reveal About Our City's Fitness Culture

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The Boston Endurance Boom: What Rising Participation Numbers Reveal About Our City's Fitness Culture

New data shows a dramatic surge in local runners, cyclists, and triathletes—and it's reshaping how Greater Boston thinks about health and community.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Climbing Community Celebrates Record-Breaking Week as Local Athletes Summit New Heights

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Boston's Climbing Community Celebrates Record-Breaking Week as Local Athletes Summit New Heights

From competition victories to outdoor breakthroughs, New England's extreme sports scene is experiencing a surge in momentum heading into summer.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Charles River Braces for Summer Swimming Season as Nationals Loom in August

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Charles River Braces for Summer Swimming Season as Nationals Loom in August

Boston's aquatic athletes eye competitive peaks as regional qualifiers heat up ahead of the national championships.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Numbers Don't Lie: What Boston's Gym Participation Data Reveals About How We're Really Training

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Numbers Don't Lie: What Boston's Gym Participation Data Reveals About How We're Really Training

Recent fitness facility data shows Bostonians are abandoning traditional memberships for boutique studios and hybrid models—a shift that's reshaping the city's entire wellness landscape.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Red Sox Stumble at Fenway as Celtics Dominate in Summer League Action

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Red Sox Stumble at Fenway as Celtics Dominate in Summer League Action

A mixed week of results across Boston's marquee venues left fans with plenty to discuss heading into the holiday stretch.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Dust Infields to Trophy Cases: How Boston's Grassroots Leagues Built a Community Movement

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From Dust Infields to Trophy Cases: How Boston's Grassroots Leagues Built a Community Movement

While professional teams dominate headlines, the city's recreational sports clubs are quietly transforming neighbourhoods and changing lives, one league at a time.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Climbing Community Celebrates Breakthrough Week as Local Athletes Summit New Heights

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Boston's Climbing Community Celebrates Breakthrough Week as Local Athletes Summit New Heights

From the Charles River basin to New England's rocky peaks, outdoor adventurers delivered impressive results at regional competitions and established new route records this week.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

What Boston's Youth Sports Numbers Reveal About Our City's Fitness Culture

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What Boston's Youth Sports Numbers Reveal About Our City's Fitness Culture

New participation data shows a complex picture of who's playing, where, and what it costs—raising questions about equity in our neighborhoods.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Boston's Swimming Boom: What Rising Pool Participation Reveals About Our Fitness Culture

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Boston's Swimming Boom: What Rising Pool Participation Reveals About Our Fitness Culture

New data shows aquatic activities are reshaping how the city stays fit, with working-class neighbourhoods leading the surge.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Neighborhood Streets to Marathon Glory: How Boston's Grassroots Running Movement Built a Culture of Endurance

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From Neighborhood Streets to Marathon Glory: How Boston's Grassroots Running Movement Built a Culture of Endurance

Volunteer-led running clubs and community cycling collectives across Boston are reshaping local fitness culture, proving that elite athleticism doesn't require elite budgets.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From Fenway to Neighborhoods: How Boston's Local Sports Clubs Are Thriving and Building Community

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From Fenway to Neighborhoods: How Boston's Local Sports Clubs Are Thriving and Building Community

As major venues anchor the city's identity, grassroots athletic organizations are transforming empty lots and parish centers into gathering spaces that bind neighborhoods together.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Revolution's Young Star Signs Historic Contract Extension as MLS Powerhouse Emerges

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Revolution's Young Star Signs Historic Contract Extension as MLS Powerhouse Emerges

Boston's MLS franchise cements its future with a blockbuster deal for one of the league's brightest emerging talents.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Revolution's Summer Surge: Boston's MLS Club Eyes Eastern Conference Crown After Dominant June Run

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Revolution's Summer Surge: Boston's MLS Club Eyes Eastern Conference Crown After Dominant June Run

New England's professional soccer outfit has captured the city's imagination with a six-game winning streak that has Gillette Stadium packed and Northeastern fans crossing the bridge to Foxborough in unprecedented numbers.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Dorchester United's Cinderella Run Captivates City as Underdog Squad Eyes New England Amateur Championship

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Dorchester United's Cinderella Run Captivates City as Underdog Squad Eyes New England Amateur Championship

The working-class soccer club from Boston's south side has become the story of the season, drawing crowds and inspiring a community that rarely gets the spotlight.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

Beyond the Bleachers: What Participation Data Reveals About Boston's Evolving Fitness Culture

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Beyond the Bleachers: What Participation Data Reveals About Boston's Evolving Fitness Culture

With usage at local venues up sharply this summer, the numbers tell a compelling story about how Bostonians are taking control of their own athletic destineys.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026

From City Pools to Open Water: How Boston's Grassroots Movement Is Making Swimming Accessible Again

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From City Pools to Open Water: How Boston's Grassroots Movement Is Making Swimming Accessible Again

Community organizations across Boston are reviving a tradition of water sport participation that had faded from working-class neighbourhoods, proving that transformative athletic movements don't always start at the top.

By Boston Sport Desk · 30 June 2026