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2025 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition

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The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS⁴) invites you to attend the 16th Annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition on June 30-July 2 at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa in San Antonio, Texas.

About the Conference

The conference will offer dynamic programming, solution provider engagement, and opportunities to network with fellow professionals. This highly regarded gathering of sports safety and security professionals is an opportune time to share ideas, tools, and proven strategies to help advance the industry.

Who Will Be There

Security directors and operators, facility and stadium managers, event planners/operators, law enforcement personnel, emergency managers, fire/HAZMAT, emergency medical/health services, athletic administrators, and governmental representatives.

These are individuals representing or supporting: professional sports leagues, intercollegiate athletics, interscholastic athletics, marathon and endurance events, and sport and entertainment facilities (concerts, festivals, e-sports, convention centers, etc.).

Please mark your calendar and make plans to join us! Visit the event website here to register or for more information.

The NCS⁴ Hosts Successful Annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition

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The NCS⁴ has successfully concluded its 15th Annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition with a record attendance.

The conference was held July 9-11, 2024, at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge in Phoenix, Ariz. The 2024 conference theme, “Make It Matter,” encouraged those working in sport and special event security to explore and transform ideas into tangible changes with lasting impacts. The event offered dynamic programming, solution provider engagement, and opportunities to network with fellow professionals. Read More

Dr. Walter Cooper Named Recipient of the NCS⁴ Cornerstone Award

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Dr. Walter Cooper was awarded the second-ever Cornerstone Award at the NCS⁴ 15th Annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition Award Luncheon held in Phoenix on July 10. The Awards Luncheon was sponsored by Evolv Technology, which provides weapons detection systems for security screening. 

The Cornerstone Award recognizes individuals who have played an integral role in the foundation of the NCS⁴ and/or provided leadership in the development and growth of NCS⁴ programs. Read More 

Friend of NCS⁴ Awards to be presented at 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition

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Four professionals in the safety and security industry will be recognized for their invaluable contributions to the advancement of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS⁴) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) with the Friend of NCS⁴ Award at the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition July 9-11 in Phoenix, Ariz. This event is presented annually NCS⁴. Read More

Emerging Industry Leaders to be Honored at 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition

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Eight professionals will be recognized for their leadership in addressing safety and security issues during the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition July 9-11 in Phoenix, Ariz., presented annually by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS⁴) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM).

The Emerging Industry Leader Award recognizes a young professional who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in addressing safety and security issues. In addition to the enhanced safety and security of their venue/event, the recipient’s contributions have set an example for others to follow. Read More