OUR SPECIALTIES
Where we can assist
XL Sports Consultancy is a highly specialized network of sports executives with a wealth of experience and expertise in various aspects of sports facility development and management in North America, with experience in both indoor and outdoor facilities, including air supported bubbles. Our network is comprised of individuals who have worked in various capacities in the sports industry, including sports facility planning, financing, building, and management.
At XL Sports Consultancy, we are not just consultants who advise our clients on sports facility development; we are also practitioners who have experienced the challenges of developing and managing sports facilities firsthand. Over the past 20 years, we have not only advised our clients on facility development, but we have also undertaken several development projects ourselves.
Our experience as both consultants and practitioners has enabled us to develop a secret sauce that is truly unique. We have learned firsthand what works and what doesn't work, and we have used that knowledge to develop a comprehensive approach that takes into account all aspects of the development process. It has also given us a deep appreciation for the challenges that our clients face when developing sports facilities. We understand the importance of balancing budget constraints with the need to deliver a facility that meets the needs of the community and provides a great user experience. We also understand the challenges of navigating the regulatory landscape, managing construction timelines and budgets, and ensuring that the facility is operated effectively and efficiently. With extensive experience working in 9 different states across the USA, we have valuable exposure to various governing bodies and regulatory frameworks, as well as diverse sports and their specific requirements. Whether we are advising a client or developing a facility ourselves, our approach is always focused on delivering the best possible outcome for our clients and the communities they serve.
Meet:
Ciaran McArdle
Ciaran McArdle is the CEO & founder of the XL Sports World company, who own and operate 10 sports facilities from Florida to Maine and a sports travel division, XL Travel. These facilities now welcome over 3 million visitors annually and the latest expansion is a second property in Orlando, a state-of-the art $10m facility in Lake Nona. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering from the University of York, England, and a master’s degree in Avionics.
McArdle sits on the board of Coaches Across Continents, which has won 29 Global awards including “Global Impact of The Year” from Beyond Sports. McArdle has also received both the “40 under 40” and the “CEO of the Year” awards from the Orlando Business Journal.