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2016-2017 Directory and Facilities Guide

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“Florida has hosted many of the world’s top amateur and professional athletic events and championships, and we are proud of our outstanding network of knowledgeable sports organizations statewide. Florida is the perfect place to host your event.” — Governor Rick Scott

“Florida continues to be a national leader in hosting world class sporting events. The Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide showcases the world-class sports venues offered by the state’s 28 sports commissions. Each area of the state offers something unique. Besides the wide variety of sports facilities offered statewide, be sure to sample some of the local culture and amenities found only in Florida. It will be the experience of a lifetime.” — John Webb, President, Florida Sports Foundation

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |1 contents

Florida Sports Foundation Florida Sports Foundation...... 3 ...... 4 Florida Senior Games...... 5 Florida Sports Foundation Florida Sports Commissions 101 North Monroe Street, Suite 1000 Sports Commission Locator Map...... 7 Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 488-8347 Bradenton Area Sports Commission ...... 9 Clearwater Satellite Office Broward County Sports Development...... 12 1501 N. Belcher Road, #238 Central Florida Sports Commission...... 17 Clearwater, FL 33761 Central Florida’s Polk County Sports Marketing...... 21 (727) 724-3082 or Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau...... 25 1-866-FL-GAMES (354-2637) Columbia County Sports Commission...... 29 www.flasports.com Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau...... 33 Emerald Coast Sports Commission ...... 36 Gainesville Sports Commission ...... 39 John Webb Jacksonville Sports Council...... 43 President/CEO Kissimmee Sports Commission...... 47 Lee County Sports Development ...... 51 Stephen V. Rodriguez -Dade Sports Commission...... 55 Senior Vice President

Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau...... 59 Charlotte Cowen Ocala/Marion Sports Commission...... 63 Director of Finance & Human Resources Palm Beach County Sports Commission...... 67 Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches...... 71 Nick Gandy Director of Communications Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau...... 75 Pasco County Office of Tourism Development ...... 79 Lisa Kirkland Osteen Pensacola Sports Association...... 83 Director of Marketing Santa Rosa County Sports Development ...... 87 Sarah Kirchberg Sarasota County Sports Commission...... 91 Event Manager Sports Promotions ...... 95 St. Pete/Clearwater Sports Commission...... 99 Michael Tallahassee Sports Council/Visit Tallahassee...... 103 Event Manager Sports Commission...... 107 Kelsey Smith Treasure Coast Sports Commission...... 111 Project Manager/Executive Assistant Florida Sports Directory Florida Sports Commissions...... 115 Florida Convention and Visitors Bureaus & Tourist Development Councils....118 Florida Professional Sports...... 121 Florida Colleges & Universities...... 126 Amateur Sports Directory Olympic Committee...... 129 International Olympic Committee...... 129 Affiliate Organizations...... 138 The 2016-17 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Community-Based Multisport Councils...... 139 was compiled and edited by Nick Gandy. Production and Design by Laura Pichard-Murphy, Paisley Design, Education-Based Multisport Councils...... 140 Tallahassee. Special thanks to the staffs of the Sports Armed Forces Sports...... 140 Commissions and Convention and Visitors Bureaus for their contributions to the individual area pages.

2016-2017 2| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Florida Sports — a $44 Billion Industry The Florida Sports Foundation (FSF), Inc. is a 501(C) 3 non- profit corporation, serving as the State of Florida’s Sports Industry Development Organization. The mission of the Florida Sports Foundation is to: Assist Florida’s communities with securing, hosting and retaining Sporting events and sports related business that generate significant economic impact and Sports Tourism for the state of Florida through the Foundation’s grant programs, legislative initiatives and Industry Partner service, recognition and development. • Provide the citizens of Florida with participation opportunities in Florida’s Sunshine State Games and Florida Senior Games events. • Serve as Florida’s leading resource for Sport Tourism research and facts. • Assist in the promotion of targeted leisure sports industries in Florida. • Assist National and Florida State Governing Bodies to promote amateur sport development through Florida’s Sunshine State Games and hosting events in Florida The FSF’s 2014 Economic Impact Survey of Sports indicates Florida Sports and Recreation spending is responsible for $44.4 billion in total economic impact, or roughly 3.5% of Florida’s Gross State Product. With ideal year-round weather and state-of-the-art facilities, Sports and Recreation activities attracted more than 13.3 million out-of-state visitors to the State of Florida and those activities support more than 430,000 jobs. The FSF Grant Programs assist communities and host organizations in attracting sporting events, which bring out-of-state visitors and generate significant economic impact for the State. In fiscal year 2014-15, the Foundation’s grant program awarded 127 grants that generated $606 million in economic impact and brought more than 650,000 visitors to Florida. The FSF Grant Program was recognized by the Florida Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability (OPPAGA) for a return on investment (ROI) of $5.61 for every dollar spent in the Grant program. www.flasports.com (850) 488-8347

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |3 About the Sunshine State Games The Sunshine State Games is an Olympic-style festival program created throughout the state for amateur athletes of all ages and skill levels. Florida’s citizens have the opportunity and incentive to develop their physical talents and competitive abilities. Each year, more than 25 sports are presented year-round in a variety of Florida communities to showcase the first-class facilities the state has to offer. The Games offer individual and team sports, water-based sports, martial arts, physically demanding sports and sports utilizing strategy and concentration. Of the more than 200,000 participants since 1980, many have gone on to fulfill their dreams on a national and international stage, including the . Thousands more have achieved personal goals and victories. They all have been a part of a great Florida tradition of amateur competition that symbolizes the true spirit of Olympic-style sports. The Sunshine State Games provides Floridians with the incentive to train and the opportunity to compete in the the nation’s longest standing State Games.

Sports of the Sunshine State Games • Artistic Roller-skating • • • Beach BMX Cycling • Boxing • Disc • Dominoes • • Figure Skating • • • • Rugby • Sport Shooting • • Table • • Track & Field Ultimate • Weightlifting • • Water Visit www.SunshineStateGames.com Call Toll Free: (866) 354-2637 (FLGAMES) Or email [email protected]

2016-2017 4| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide About the Florida Senior Games The Florida Senior Games Series is a multi-sport event program for adults 50 and over. The series consists of events throughout Florida leading up to the Florida Senior Games in December. The Florida Senior Games is also a destination for top athletes throughout the US and internationally. For over 25 years, the Florida Senior Games has been dedicated to fitness and wellness, symbolizing Florida’s emphasis on providing healthy aging through sport. The Series qualifiers are held throughout the year in every corner of the state. They all lead to the Florida Senior Games in December, a statewide competition with more than 20 sports in action over nine days of competition.

Sports of the Florida Senior Games Archery • Badminton • Bag Toss • Basketball Shooting • Basketball (3 on 3) • Billiards • Cycling • Croquet • Golf • Horseshoes • Lawn Bowling • Pickleball Powerlifting • Power Walk • Race Walk • • Road Race • Shuffleboard • Swimming • • Tai Chi • Tennis • Track & Field •

Visit www.FloridaSeniorGames.com or call 866-flgames for more information! The Florida Sports Foundation is a proud member of the National Senior Games Association and the Florida Senior Games serves as a national qualifier in even numbered years.

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |5 2016-2017 6| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide SportS Commi ss ion s A- O Over 13.3 million sports-related tourists visit Florida annually.

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Florida’s Sports Commissions

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1 Bradenton Area Sports Commission 2 Broward County Sports Development 7 3 Central Florida Sports Commission/Visit Orlando 4 Central Florida’s Polk County Sports Marketing 3 23 5 Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau 11 6 Columbia County Sports Commission 19 4 7 Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 26 24 8 Emerald Coast Sports Commission 1 9 Gainesville Sports Commission 10 Jacksonville Sports Council 22 11 Kissimmee Sports Commission 5 12 Lee County Sports Development 27 13 Miami-Dade Sports Commission 12 14 Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau 14 16 15 Ocala/Marion Sports Commission 16 Palm Beach County Sports Commission 2 17 Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches 13 18 Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau 19 Office of ourismT Development - Pasco County 20 Pensacola Sports Association 21 Santa Rosa County Sports Development 22 Sarasota County Sports Commission 23 Space Coast Sports Promotions 24 St. Pete/Clearwater Sports Commission 25 Tallahassee Sports Council Visit Tallahassee 26 Tampa Bay Sports Commission 27 Treasure Coast Sports Commission

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2016-2017 8| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Bradenton Area Sports Commission

Serving Manatee County

The Bradenton Area has been a perennial favorite for athletes, teams and their coaches for years. The area’s Sean Walter superb weather, welcoming attitude and Director of Sports 1 Haben Boulevard tremendous value all combine to make it a Palmetto, Florida 34221 (941) 729-9177 x 239 top sports destination. The area is easy to [email protected] www.BradentonAreaSportsCommission.com get to and get around. And for many sports, ACCESS & Location: it offers the finest facilities for training and Location: Nestled between Tampa and Sarasota, the Bradenton Area is a coastal sports events in the nation. destination. Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key offer 19 miles of sugar white sand beaches. Transportation: By Air: Close to 3 international airports: Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is our local airport; Tampa International Airport (TIA) is 40 miles to the north; St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is 35 miles to the north. By Car: Easily accessible from I-75 (exits 217, 220, 224). Population: 350,000

ACCOMMODATIONS: of Hotel Rooms: 6,800 Average Cost Per Room: $69 - $199 Assortment of Team Homes and Hotels, Dorms, Short/Long-term Rentals of single family homes, cottages, villas, and on Bradenton Beaches campgrounds

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |9 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Bradenton Area Convention Center Description: The 60,000 square foot convention center offers a 34,500 square foot arena and a seating capacity of 4,000. It is an ideal location for everything from seminars, banquets and trade shows to sporting events and concerts. The Bradenton Area Convention Center has a professional and friendly staff ready to assist in planning and overseeing any function. Sports: Basketball, Wrestling, , Boxing, and , , Powerlifting, Sports Meetings & Conventions.

IMG Academy Bradenton Park Description: Weekly NHRA Drag Racing, plus many national series events including Drag Racing, Grudge Racing, Car shows, Professional drag racing and testing, Club track days, Heads-up drag racing and Bracket racing. Ellenton Ice Sports Complex Description: The 115,000 square foot “Igloo-like complex is a state-of-the-art facility on the Florida Gulf Coast offering recreational and entertainment activities for all ages. The complex features two NHL size ice rinks, a 13,500 square foot indoor soccer/football field, a fitness center, conference rooms, concessions area, Precision Edge Pro Shop, massage therapy and integrated body therapies. Sports: Championship Hockey, Figure Skating, Indoor Soccer, and can offer space to Indoor Cheerleading, Badminton, Archery, Karate and Judo. IMG Academy Desoto Speedway Description: The south’s fastest short track, 3/8 mile asphalt track. An array of auto and truck racing; fun for the entire family. Full concessions, closed circuit TV. IMG Academy Description: A multi-sport training camp/academy situated on 190 acres. The academies include: Bollettieri Tennis, David Leadbetter Golf, Soccer, Hockey, Basketball and . IMG has 80 Tennis Courts, 20 multi-purpose fields, 2 regulation NBA hardwood courts, indoor Tennis, a 5,000-seat, state-of-the-art and a 25-acre double range short game complex for golf. McKechnie Field Premier Sports Campus Description: The home of the Pirates and the home field of the ’s from April - August. It is the oldest stadium in use for Spring Training in the country, presenting an unmatched historic charm and an intimate atmosphere to watch professional baseball. A $10.5 million renovation increased the seating capacity to 8,500 and added a 360 degree boardwalk around the outfield. Manatee County Parks Description: 16 parks in Manatee County offering 7 Adult Baseball Fields, 15 Little League Fields, 14 Softball Fields, 22 Soccer Fields, 5 Football Fields, 1 Gymnasium, 2 BMX/Skate Parks, Horseshoes, and an Aquatic Center featuring a pool with dive well.

Pirate City

2016-2017 10| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Description: The minor league training facility of the . This all-inclusive Colleges and training facility features 5 fields, batting cages, expansive locker rooms, dorms and dining Universities on-site. Pirate City is available for rent, meeting the needs of any group from amateur teams to Olympic caliber athletes. State College of Florida The Premier Sports Campus 5840 26th Street West Description: Celebration-seeded grass on 22 fields (8 lighted), and more than 140 acres and Bradenton, FL 34207 www.scf.edu a 4,000 seat bleacher stadium, can support a variety of field-related events. The field irrigation allows for efficient water drainage, which provides for better time-out weather management. University of South Florida Home of the US Soccer International Nike Friendlies and the Nike Showcase. Sarasota-Manatee Sports: Soccer, Lacrosse, , Rugby, Archery, Ultimate, , Flag and 8350 Tamiami Trail Youth Football SMC C107 Sarasota, FL 34243 Other Areas and the beach destination: http://usfsm.edu Bradenton’s Gulf Islands are comprised of the quaint islands of Anna Maria and Longboat Key. No buildings over three stories high, nor fast food chain restaurants, and only original- Manatee Technical College 6305 State Road 70 East owned hotels, cottages, villas on Anna Maria Island. Come visit the native wildlife and Bradenton, FL 34203 historical sites that define the area’s heritage. Enjoy the cultural experience through art http://manateetech.edu galleries, theatres, and museums to put you in with your artistic side on the mainland communities of Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch and Palmetto. 5800 Bayshore Road EVENTS HOSTED: Sarasota, FL 34243 www.ncf.edu • USA Field Hockey • USA Rugby “We are delighted to host the 19th • USA Soccer Winter Academy Showcase and Nike Friendlies annual “SpringFling” women’s lacrosse • Major League Football event this year in the Bradenton Area • NCBA College at the G.T.Bray Park. ”SpringFling” • NCAA Championships & NAIA Tournaments has serviced over 15,000 prep and • MLS Tournaments • Special Olympics State Indoor Games collegiate women’s lacrosse players • Bud Light Beach Volleyball Tournaments nationwide in its history and has • NSA Softball Championships moved to the west coast of Florida • US Soccer Championships in an effort to offer to teams a more • USA Australian Rules Football comprehensive choice of airports, • USL National Championship housing and recreational options. • Pepsi Youth Bowling Championship • NCAA Division I Golf Championship In particular, the spectacular beaches • LPGA Legends Cup of Bradenton play a large role in offering the players a pleasant respite from the intense training and playing of full scale NCAA games. The area is perfectly suited to events such as “SpringFling”.

—Gene DeLorenzo, NA Sports Group www.BradentonAreaSportsCommission.com

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |11 Broward County Sports Development

Serving Greater Fort Lauderdale

Broward County is a sports lovers’ dream, and the perfect setting for a sporting event! The area is home to more than 250 sporting events each year. With Carol Hudson more than 300 sports venues capable of hosting any Vice President of Sports Development 101 NE 3rd Avenue, Suite 100 sporting event under the sun, Greater Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (954) 765-4466 is the ideal location year round to host your amateur to Fax: (954) 765-4467 [email protected] professional sports event. www.sunny.org/sports

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Located in South Florida along the Atlantic coast between Palm Beach and Miami. Transportation: Fort Lauderdale/ Hollywood International Airport, Palm Beach International Airport, Miami International Airport, I-95, Port Everglades. Population: 1,750,000

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 33,294 Average Cost Per Room: $114

AAU Karate Nationals at the Broward County Convention Center

2016-2017 12| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide FCA ILITIES & SPORTS I am proud to have hosted Broward County Convention Center the 2015 Tim Rand Description: 600,000 square ft., meeting/office/competition space available. Good multi- purpose facility. Gymnastics Invitational in Sports: Gymnastics, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Karate, Judo, conjunction with a USA Taekwondo, Cheer & , , & Trampoline BB&T Center – Home of the NHL Gymnastics National Description: 872,000 sq. ft, seating capacity of 19,088 for hockey, figure skating and 20,000 Elite Qualifier AND for basketball, martial arts, gymnastics. Sports: Basketball, Gymnastics, Volleyball, , Figure Skating USA Gymnastics Florida Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Complex State Men’s Gymnastics Description: Houses two 50 meter pools, dive well with 1,3,5,7,10 meter platforms, and 4/1 Championships (and meter and 4/3 meter spring boards. Sports: , Swimming, Synchronized Swimming, Regional Qualifier) at the Panthers Ice Den Broward County Convention Description: A 125,000 square foot, state of the art, triple ice skating and entertainment facility, that has bleacher seating for over 400 spectators. It serves as the practice rink for the Center. This Mega-Event NHL Florida Panthers Hockey Team. featured 2,100 athletes from Sports: Ice Hockey, Figure Skating, Sled Hockey 32 different states across Brian Piccolo Park Description: This 180-acre athletics-oriented park, features two lighted basketball courts, the United States and 7 two fields, biking/jogging paths, four softball fields, four multipurpose fields, four Countries. soccer/football fields, a skate park for skateboarding, inline skating and BMX bikes. A tennis/ racquetball center includes 12 clay tennis courts, six racquetball courts, and a pro shop. The The feedback from our Velodrome comprises a 333.3-meter cycling track and a 200-meter banked track for inline skating. athletes, coaches, official and Sports: Basketball, Cricket, Biking, Softball, Soccer, Football, Skateboarding, Inline Skating, spectators (families) was BMX, Tennis, Racquetball outstanding. The facility Markham Park Description: This sprawling 666-acre park is perched at the edge of the Everglades at BCCC was top notch! Conservation Area. One of the site’s most prominent features is its outdoor target range with 50 and 100-meter lighted rifle/pistol ranges, lighted skeet/trap fields, a mile-long automated Furthermore, the Greater sporting clays course, computerized 5-stand, and a clubhouse. Athletic facilities include a Fort Lauderdale area tennis/racquetball center, a biking/jogging path, and volleyball areas. Coral Springs Aquatic Complex provided superb lodging, Description: This world-class facility has earned a top quality reputation as a national and dining and entertainment international training site. Its state-of-the art Myrtha competition pool was the first of its type built in the United States. The Complex has a second competition pool on site, and a 25-yard that was very close by our diving pool with numerous springboards and platforms. The dry land training area includes a trampoline and 1-meter springboard with spotting harness and landing pit; plus an extensive event venue. fitness center with weight room, a gymnasium and meeting space. —Randy Sikora, USA Sports: Diving, Swimming, Synchronized Swimming, Water Polo Competitive Twisters Gymnastics

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |13 Ansin Sports Complex Description: This 24-acre complex is in the City of Miramar in western Broward County. It is the only IAAF certified track in Broward County with its 8-lane oval/9-lane straightaway MONDO FTX Surface track. This facility is not just a track & field complex, it is a 9,000 square foot community center equipped with a recreation room, computer room, multi-purpose rooms, restrooms, locker rooms with male & female showers, and a concession stand. The football/soccer fields, three (3) basketball courts, a court and cricket batting cages make it a desirable venue. Sports: Track, Cricket, Football, Soccer, Basketball, and Netball Florida Panthers at the BB&T Center Central Broward Regional Park Description: This is South Florida’s premier venue for cricket, featuring a circular field, 560 feet in diameter, with four turf pitches capable of hosting a variety of local, national, and international sports championship games. The viewing section includes 5,000 covered seats and additional seating for 15,000 spectators possible. The facility may be used for concerts and other sporting events as well. The park also offers four lighted soccer/football fields that can be used as two cricket fields with artificial pitches; two lighted netball courts with spectator seating and player benches; two lighted standard tennis courts; and two lighted basketball courts with spectator seating and player benches. Sports: Cricket, Soccer, Netball, Tennis, Football, Basketball

Ansin Sports Complex Nova Southeast University - The Arena at Don Taft University Center The 300,000 square-foot, multi-use facility serves as a central hub for the NSU community. The main arena seats 4,570 and is the home for NSU’s intercollegiate athletic program (Volleyball and men’s and women’s basketball). With one main game court, the arena also has two practice/game-ready courts on the upper level. The arena also has the state-of-the-art capabilities to host concerts, lectures, special events and more. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Gymnastics OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE • Plantation Aquatic Complex • Bamford Park Drive (Softball, Soccer) • Gulfstream Park Arena at Don Taft University Center, • Jimmy Evert Tennis Center (Tennis) Nova Southeast University • (Football, Soccer) • Sun Life Stadium (Baseball, Football, Soccer) • Coral Springs Gymnasium (Basketball, Gymnastics, Karate, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling) • Coral Springs High School (Track & Field) • Cypress Community Park (Baseball, Soccer, Football, Softball) • (Wrestling, Boxing) • Plantation Equestrian Center • Bergeron Grounds • Tournament Players Club at Eagle Trace (Golf) • Tournament Players Club at Heron Bay (Golf) Coral Springs Aquatic Center • Coral Springs Tennis Center • War Memorial Auditorium (Gymnastics, Martial Arts)

2016-2017 14| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide EVENTS HOSTED Colleges and • NFL Super Bowl and Pro Bowl Universities • College Football Playoff Semifinal Game • FIVB Swatch Beach Volleyball Finals • AAU National Conference Nova Southeastern • TEAMS Conference University • US Open Table Tennis Championships 3301 College Avenue • YMCA Short Course Swimming and Diving Championships Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314 www.nova.edu • USTA Clay Court Championships • USA National Swimming Championships Broward College • FINA/USA Diving Grand Prix 225 East Las Olas Blvd. • Florida High School State Track & Field Finals Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 • Men’s Masters Basketball National Championships www.broward.edu • USA Hockey Age Groups National Championships Florida Atlantic • USA Netball Tournament University • Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 101 N. Beach Road • Pan American Speed Skating Championships Dania Beach, FL 33004 • AAU Taekwondo National Championships www.fau.edu/broward • U.S. Open Judo Championships FUA -Davie Campus • AAU Karate Nationals 2912 College Avenue • All Star Challenge National Cheer & Dance Competition Davie, FL 33314 • USA Beach Volleyball FUA -Ft. Lauderdale Campus 111 East Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

“I just can’t say enough good things about this city and the people who help make it such a wonderful sports destination. The National AAU Taekwondo Sports Committee first held our National Championships in Ft. Lauderdale in 2004 and we now have an agreement to be here through 2017. Not only does Ft. Lauderdale offer our participants a GREAT DESTINATION but the very best value in the marketplace today. If Ft. Lauderdale is Paradise, our relationship is made in Heaven.”

­—Mike Friello, National Sports www.sunny.org/sports Chair, AAU Taekwondo

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Central Florida Sports Commission

Serving Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole Counties and the City of Orlando

Coming together under the theme of “One Destination, One Team,” the Central Florida Sports Commission’s strategy for Championship Bids includes showing Brent Nelson Senior Vice President that the entire Central Florida community Business Development 400 West Church Street, Suite 205 supports its Championship efforts. Orlando, FL 32801 (407) 648-4900 Fax: (407) 649-2072 [email protected] centralfloridasports.org

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Central Florida Transportation: Orlando International Airport, Orlando Sanford International Airport, Daytona Beach International Airport, I-4, I-95, Florida Turnpike, 528 Beachline Expressway Population: 2.2 Million

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 130,000 + Average Cost Per Room: $101.00 Dorm Rooms Available: 4,000 +

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2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |17 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Amway Center Description: The Amway Center is home to the , Orlando Solar Bears and the Orlando Predators, as well as numerous other marquee sporting events, concerts and shows. At 875,000 square feet, the new arena has an ultimate capacity of more than 20,000 seats. The venue features a sustainable, environmentally-friendly design and unmatched technology featuring 1,100 digital monitors and the largest high-definition scoreboard in an NBA venue, and multiple premium amenities available to all patrons in the building. Sports: Basketball, , Boxing, Figure Skating, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Indoor Lacrosse, Indoor Soccer, Action Sports , home of the Orlando Magic Seminole County Sports Complex Description: The Seminole County Sports Complex is set to open in May of 2016 and will offer 15 lighted tournament-quality fields, nine of which will be synthetic field turf. Conveniently located just off I-4 near the Sanford International Airport, this state-of-the-art $27 million dollar sports mecca will be able to host a wide range of sports events due to its unique flexibility. Sports: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Rugby, , Field Hockey Osceola County Heritage Park Description: Osceola County Heritage Park features an exhibition hall with 49,500 square feet of clear span exhibit space, the 36,000 square foot Kissimmee Valley Livestock Show & Fair Pavilion, and a 38,600 square foot multipurpose open air assembly area. The Silver Seminole County Sports Complex Arena, located adjacent to the Heritage Park exhibition space, is home to the Silver Spurs Rodeo. The arena features 33,946 sq. ft. (250’ x 140’) of multipurpose space and is equipped with twelve (12) luxury suites and 8,300 fixed chair- back seats. With a ceiling height of 43’ 3”, (4) four team locker rooms with showers, climate control and an electronic scoreboard, it is equipped to host “any sport any time.” Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Rodeo, Inline Hockey, Arena Football, Martial Arts, Boxing, Cheer & Dance, Wrestling. National Training Center Description: South Lake Hospital and the Orlando Regional Healthcare System constructed state-of-the-art training and competition ready venues, which includes a 70-meter pool with moveable bulkhead, five (5) multi-purpose athletic fields, a world-class and National Training Center, Clermont cross country complex and a five (5) field (fast ) softball complex. Sports: Swimming, Water Polo, Synchronized Swimming, Diving, Lacrosse, Soccer, Rugby, Field Hockey, Softball, Track and Field, Cross Country, Soccer. OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE • Orlando Citrus Bowl (Soccer, Football) • Orlando City Soccer Stadium - Set to Open in 2017 (Soccer, Football, Rugby) • USTA National Campus - Set to Open in 2016 (Tennis) • Orange County Convention Center (Badminton, Basketball, Martial Arts, Boxing, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Fencing, Cheer & Dance) • ClearOne Badminton (Badminton, Table Tennis, Pickleball) Orange County Convention Center • UCF Arena (Basketball, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Cheer & Dance) • Bright House Stadium (Football)

2016-2017 18| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide • YMCA Aquatic Center (Diving, Swimming, Water Polo, Synchronized Swimming) • (Soccer, Rugby, Ultimate Flag Football) Colleges and Universities • Sylvan Lake Park (Soccer, Tennis, Lacrosse, Flag Football) • Seminole County Softball Complex (Softball, Baseball) • Seminole State College (Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis) University of Central • Sanlando Park (Tennis) Florida • Sanford Memorial Stadium (Baseball, Softball) P.O. Box 163555 • Eastmonte Park (Baseball) Orlando, FL 32816-3555 • Merrill Park (Softball) ucf.edu • Lake Brantley Aquatic Center (Swimming, Water Polo, Synchronized Swimming) Rollins College • Larry Dale Aquatic Center (Diving, Swimming, Water Polo) 1000 Holt Aveune • and Complex (Baseball, Softball) Winter Park, FL 32789 • Osceola County Softball Complex (Softball, Baseball) Rollins.edu • Lake Tohopekaliga (Fishing, , Canoe, Kayak) • Austin-Tindall Regional Park (Soccer, Rugby, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Lacrosse) Seminole State College 100 Weldon Blvd. • Reunion Resort (Golf) Sanford, FL 32773 • Champions Gate Resort (Soccer, Lacrosse, Football, Flag Football, Rugby, Golf) SeminoleState.edu • Kissimmee Civic Center (Basketball, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Boxing, Cheer & Dance, Wrestling) Lake Sumter • Sharpton Stables (Equestrian) State College 9501 US Hwy 441 • Mission Inn Golf & Tennis Resort (Golf, Tennis) Leesburg, FL 34788 • Red Tail Golf Club (Golf) lscc.edu • Northeast Community Park (Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Flag Football, Rugby) • Hickory Point Recreational Center (Beach Volleyball, Fishing, Sailing, Soccer, Rugby, Flag “We’re thrilled with our Football, Ultimate) • Sunset Lakes Ski Center (Water-skiing) partnership with the Central • Lake Sumter Community College (Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Basketball) Florida Sports Commission. • Lake Louisa State Park (Triathlon) • Orlando Watersports Complex (Wakeboarding, Wake skating, & Water-skiing) The World Trampoline and • Champions Sports Complex (Basketball, Volleyball, Indoor Soccer, Cheerleading, Martial Arts) Tumbling Championships MAJOR EVENTS HOSTED was an absolutely fantastic • 2014 NCAA DI Men’s Basketball Tournament • 2007 - 2015 FHSAA State Football Finals event. The organization was • 2010 USA Taekwondo Junior Olympics & Senior Nationals terrific and most importantly • 2008 WrestleMania the athletes have loved the • 2008 USA Gymnastics Junior Olympics • 2007 - 2011 American Youth Football & Cheer National Championships event. They loved coming • 2005 - 2008 NBC Sports Dew Action Sports Tour, PlayStation Pro here, they loved competing • 2001 & 2007 NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Championship • 2006 BassMaster Classic here and we really have • 2005 & 2011 US Synchronized Swimming Junior Nationals met their needs and expectations.” Peter Vidmar, Chairman, USA www.centralfloridasports.org Gymnastics Board of Directors

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |19 Your perfect Match

Central Florida’s Polk County is home to more than 220 sporting events annually and is the headquarters for the Independent Softball Association, USA Water Ski and the Florida Youth Soccer Association. Our facilities can accommodate any sport, at any skill level, for competitors of all ages. From hard-core rugby matches to high-energy cheer competitions to memory-filled soccer tournaments, everybody wins in Central Florida!

The staff at Central Florida’s Polk County Sports Marketing is ready to assist in any way possible to make your event a success. For more information about sports facilities in Polk County visit Central Florida Sports.com or call 863-551-4750.

CentralFloridaSports.com twitter.com/centralflsports2016-2017 facebook.com/cfsports 863-551-4750 20| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Central Florida’s Polk County Sports Marketing

Serving Polk County/Lakeland

Central Florida’s Polk County is the perfect match for your sports events. With facilities that can accommodate any sport, at any skill level, for competitors of all ages, there is no need to Mark Jackson Director of Tourism look elsewhere. The staff at Central Florida’s Polk and Sports Marketing [email protected] County Sports Marketing is ready to make every Marc Zimmerman event a huge success. More than 220 events Senior Sales & Events Manager [email protected] annually call Polk County home. 2701 Lake Myrtle Park Road Auburndale, FL 33823 (863) 551-4750 Fax: (863) 551-4740 www.centralfloridasports.com

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Centrally located in Florida, approximately 30 minutes southwest of Orlando and 30 minutes east of Tampa. Transportation: Tampa International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Interstate 4, Florida Turnpike Population: 550,000

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 6,000 Average Cost Per Room: $85 Other Options: Short and long-term rental of over 6,000 single family vacation homes available.

Lake Myrtle Sports Park - Auburndale

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |21 FCA ILITIES AND SPORTS The Lakeland Center Description: 24,830 square foot arena floor, Seating Capacity 8,400. The facility also includes two exhibit halls totaling another 50,000 square feet of competition space. As one of the first facilities of its kind, The Lakeland Center has set a lofty standard for Florida venues and has maintained that standard throughout its colorful history. Within its four buildings is a of living events - From concerts to the circus. From art shows to trade shows. From conventions to plays to sports. With the to provide, the very best in everything from outstanding facilities, to professional services that are second to none, The Lakeland Center delivers Central Florida in a way that no other venue can. Sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Boxing, Badminton, Martial Arts, Table Tennis, Team , Figure Skating, Hockey, Wrestling Diamond Plex Description: The facility has four 300 ft fields and a 220 ft field with a seating capacity of 1,200 with additional temporary seating available. Each field features covered dugouts with phones to the scorekeepers, water fountains, scoreboards with game clocks and crushed brick warning tracks. Participants have access to batting cages, a bullpen, women’s shower and locker rooms and it includes a modern press room and a meeting area. The DiamondPlex has played host to state and national championships Sports: Softball, Youth Baseball Tigertown and Joker Marchant Stadium Lakeland Center Jenkins Arena Description: Tiger Town is the Spring Training headquarters for the Tigers and the regular season home of its minor league farm team in the Florida State League, the . 2016 marks the Tigers 80th season in Lakeland, extending the longest-lasting relationship between a team and a current Spring Training host city. The complex features two full size lighted baseball, four additional fields fields and a seating capacity of 9,000 - 0,000.1 The stadium will be undergoing renovations to be completed by the 2017 Florida Spring Training season. Lake Myrtle Sports Park Description: The baseball complex consists of nine collegiate-size baseball fields, sodded with type 419 Bermuda grass on all playing surfaces. Each field is equipped with electronic score boards, oversized dugouts, home and visitor bullpens and batting cages. The facility Winter Haven Diamond Plex is home to 11 Lighted International Soccer/Multipurpose Fields and is home to state headquarters for the Florida Youth Soccer Association. Events hosted at Lake Myrtle have varied from the National Dog Agility Championships, to regional rugby championships as well as lacrosse and flag football. Sports: Baseball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Football, Flag Football, Rugby, Ultimate Northeast Regional Park Description: The facility consists of six multi-purpose fields with artificial turf. All fields are lighted. Fields can be lined for soccer, football, lacrosse, and other field sports. Facility offers concessions, officials room, and restrooms. In its short time of existence, the park has already hosted multiple national-level events, including the AAU Football National Championships, Spring Break Sports Lacrosse, and Disney’s Soccer Showcase. Northeast Regional Park Sports: Soccer, Football, Lacrosse, Ultimate, Rugby

2016-2017 22| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE Colleges and • Chain of Lakes Complex (Baseball) Universities • Simmers-Young Park (Soccer, Rugby, Flag Football, Ultimate, Lacrosse) • Auburndale Softball Complex (Softball, Youth Baseball) • Southwest Complex (Soccer, Softball, ) Florida Southern • Westside Complex (Softball, Kickball) College • Beerman Family Tennis Center (Tennis) 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. • Holloway Park (Cross Country) Lakeland, FL 33801 www.flsouthern.edu • Christina Park (Youth Softball) • Rowdy Gaines Aquatic Center (Swimming, Diving) W ebber International • Loyce E. Harpe Park (Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Mountain Biking, Lacrosse, Ultimate, University Flag Football) 1201 N. Scenic Hwy 5301 • Lakeland Family YMCA (Swimming, Racquetball, Basketball, Volleyball Synchronized Babson Park, FL 33827 Swimming) www.webber.edu • Kelly Recreation Complex (Tennis, Swimming, Gymnasium, Twirling, Synchronized Southeastern University Swimming, Volleyball, ) 1000 Longfellow Blvd • Lake Parker Sports Complex (Soccer, Flag Football, Ultimate, Inline Hockey, Lakeland, FL 33801 Shuffleboard) www.seuniversity.edu • Four bowling centers (156 lanes) Polk State College • Westgate River Ranch (Rodeo, Cross Country, Mud Run) 999 Avenue H NE • Universal Shooting Academy (Practical Shooting) Winter Haven, FL 33811 • Tenoroc Shooting Range (Archery, Shooting) www.polk.edu • Lake Grew at USA Water Ski (Competition Ski Lake) • Ski Paradise (Competition Ski Lake) W arner University US 27 South • Polk County Skeet & Trap Club (Shooting) Lake Wales, FL 33853 • Over 40 Championship Golf Courses www.warner.edu • 554 Lakes • Home to USA Water Ski, the Independent Softball Association, and the Florida Youth Soccer Association “A combination of world class facilities, professional staff, EVENTS HOSTED and top notch service is what • 2014 International Practical Shooting Confederation World Shoot • 2015-1997 Florida High School Boys & Girls Basketball State Finals you can expect when hosting • 2015-2009 RussMatt Central Florida Collegiate Baseball Invitational an event in Polk County. As • 2015-2010 Florida Youth Soccer State Cup the host community for eight • 2015-2011 Florida Classic Adult Soccer Tournament annual events, Polk County • 2014-2009 Sports Promotions provides our teams with a • 2013-2007 Sunshine State Games • 2013-2010 Warrior Dash Florida one-of-a-kind experience on • 2009-2007, 2003-1993 YBOA National Championships and off the field.” • 2015-2001 ISA Winter National Championships • 2011-2010 ISA Girls Fastpitch World Series — Bing Tyus, Owner World • 2015-2007 Senior Softball Tournament of Champions Amateur Baseball Association • PCSM hosts over 225 events annually

www.centralfloridasports.com

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |23 Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf Islands

Charlotte Harbor has a strong track record of hosting a variety of successful events providing participants a unique memorable experience at an affordable cost.

While able to boast many of the amenities much of Florida offers such as sun drenched beaches, an array of golf options, world-class fishing, moderate coastal climate, and modern sports facilities, we are also fortunate to be free of traffic jams, exorbitant lodging rates, and overcrowded venues. www.CharlotteHarborSports.com ENGLEWOOD • PORT CHARLOTTE • PUNTA GORDA

2016-2017 24| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau

Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Englewood

Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands, which includes the Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, and Englewood areas, has emerged as a premier sporting event destination. Sean Doherty In addition to serving as the Spring Training home of the 18500 Murdock Circle, Ste. B104 Port Charlotte, FL 33948 , as well as home to their minor league (941) 743-1900 [email protected] affiliate, the , the destination has www.CharlotteHarborSports.com

also successfully hosted numerous sporting events on ACCESS & LOCATION Location: ’s Gulf Coast, the state, national, and international level. approximately 30 miles south of Sarasota, 30 miles north of Ft. Myers, and 90 miles south of Tampa. Driving: Interstate 75 through Charlotte County has 22 miles running north/south with six exits. U.S. 17 ends in Punta Gorda and U.S. 41, the Tamiami Trail, is the main highway running north/south. Air Services: Southwest Florida International (RSW), Sarasota International Airport (SRQ), Tampa International (TPA) and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (PIE). Limited commercial service directly into the Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) via Allegiant Air. Population: 160,000

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 3,500 Average Cost Per Room: $69-$129 Other Options: 2-3 bedroom condos & vacation homes $80-$300

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |25 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Charlotte Sports Park Description: This six field major league caliber baseball complex reopened in February 2009 after a $27 million dollar renovation and serves as the host site for the Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training and is the home complex for their Single A affiliate, the Charlotte Stone Crabs. Upgrades to the existing facility include new turf, drainage, and irrigation on all fields, increased seating capacity to accommodate 7,000 spectators, a 360-degree boardwalk/ concourse, improved concession areas, restrooms, press/scout areas and luxury suites. The complex is available to host a variety of baseball tournaments, as well as other sporting events, special events, and concerts. The venue is centrally located within the county and Charlotte Sports Park, spring training home within a 15 minute drive of over 1,000 hotel rooms. of the Tampa Bay Rays Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center Description: This 44,000 square foot multi-purpose waterfront facility has hosted a variety of sporting events. The main hall is comprised of 20,000 square feet of columnless space and has the flexibility of seating over 2,000 in a variety of configurations. The venue also has 3,600 square feet of meeting space ideal for registration, judges/officials meeting rooms, hospitality rooms, etc. In addition, the facility features a box office for ticket sales, four dressing rooms, and in-house concessions. The Event Center, which is professionally managed by SMG, is located in downtown Punta Gorda within a very short walk of over 350 hotel rooms and dozens of restaurants and shops. Sports: Cheerleading, Dance, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, and Boxing South County Regional Park North Charlotte Regional Park Description: Centrally located within the county and less than 15 minutes from over 1,000 hotel rooms this park features 4 lighted soccer fields, 5 lighted baseball fields, one lighted softball field, and a disc golf course/running trail. This park is the primary venue for the Snowbird Baseball Classic, an annual tournament featuring NCAA Division I & III baseball teams. Sports: Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Disc Golf South County Regional Park Description: This 90 acre park consists of 4 lighted soccer fields, 4 lighted baseball fields with batting cages, one softball field, 2 tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool/diving well, and a gymnasium with auxiliary meeting space. Sports: Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Swimming, Diving Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center Florida Tracks & Trails Description: Florida Tracks & Trails is a 1,000 acre multi-sports facility. The venue, which officially opened in Spring 2015, features 4 motocross tracks, over 22 miles of ATV trails, 80 acres of paintball scenarios, concert grounds and a man-made blue water lake surrounded by a white sand beach. Sports: Mud Runs, Cross Country events, Beach Sports (Volleyball, Soccer, and Rugby) Carmalita Athletic Park Description: Carmalita Park boasts 5 lighted softball fields with moveable bases and pitching rubbers with permanent fences at 300’. The park also contains two lighted football fields, an equestrian arena, and one of the top BMX tracks in the state, which is professionally operated Riverwood Golf Club and maintained by Charlotte BMX. Sports: Baseball, Football, Equestrian, BMX

2016-2017 26| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Gone Country Motor Sports Park “The Charlotte County Description: One of the largest off road parks in the country, it encompasses 800 acres featuring mud pits, trails, an oval mud track, a permanent stage with electrical access, a truck Visitor & Convention wash/showers, on-site security, and ample camping sites. The facility, ideal for mud runs/ obstacle races, is located within 25 minutes of downtown Punta Gorda and over 1,000 hotel rooms. Bureau is one of the most Charlotte Harbor cooperative and “with it” Description: Florida’s second largest estuary encompassing 270 square miles, 219 miles of coastline, and nearly 200 miles of canoeing/kayaking trails. The harbor has hosted dozens organizations that Florida of professional fishing tournaments. In addition, the harbor has been the site of the Charlotte Harbor Regatta and served as the competition venue for the IFDS Disabled Sailing World Half Century Amateur Championships in January 2012 and the F18 America’s Championship Regatta in October 2015. Fishermen’s Village Resort & Marina, Port Charlotte Beach Park, and the Laishley Park Softball Association has Municipal Marina are ideal onshore bases from which to operate a variety of these aquatic- based events. the good fortune to work Golf Description: Ranked by Golf Digest as the #3 Place in the Country to Live and Play Golf, with around the state. the Charlotte Harbor area offers a variety of affordable and accessible courses. Just two examples include Riverwood Golf Club, ranked #15 in the State of Florida by Golfweek In addition to that, our Magazine and Rotonda Golf & Country Club’s 99 holes located just minutes from the gulf beaches. members especially enjoy Additional Venues In addition to the facilities listed above the County oversees several other venues that possess the Charlotte Harbor facilities capable of accommodating sports such as basketball, bocci, canoe/kayak, equestrian, fishing, football, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, shuffleboard, soccer, and tennis. area for the excellent EVENTS HOSTED restaurants and other • USA BMX Sunshine State Nationals • F18 Americas Championship Regatta recreational spots within • Snowbird Baseball Classic • Sunshine State Games Track & Field Championships easy walking distance • Florida Half Century Softball tournaments • YBOA Gulf Coast Super Qualifier from our hotels. Wonderful • IFDS Disabled Sailing World Championships • Women’s Golden Gloves National Championships place to visit and to hold • AAU Fall State Gymnastics Championships • USA Gymnastics Region V Trampoline & Tumbling Championships any kind of function.” • Florida Youth Soccer Association Region C Cup • IFA Redfish Tour —Duane Jones, • ATA Taekwondo Regional Championships Florida Half Century ASA

www.CharlotteHarborSports.com

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |27 For More Information 2016-2017 386-758-1312 28| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Facebook.com/SouthsideRecComplex Columbia County Sports Commission

Serving columbia County/Lake City

This outdoor adventure destination is located just 40 minutes north of Gainesville, where I-75 and I-10 cross paths. Additionally, Lake City is centrally Kelly Lowrey Sports Marketing Manager located between Tallahassee and 971 W. Duval Street, Suite 145 Lake City, FL 32055 Jacksonville creating its own playground (386) 719-1453 Fax: (386) 758-1311 in natural north Florida, and within a short [email protected] www.springsrus.com

driving distance of major southeast cities. Access and Location Location: Conveniently located at the intersection of I-75 and I-10 in North Central Florida Transportation: Gainesville Regional Airport (40 minutes), Jacksonville International Airport (1 hour) Population: 67,857

Accommodations Number of Hotel Rooms: 2,000 Average Cost per Room: $75-$115 Number of Restaurants: 108

Southside Recreation Complex For More Information 386-758-1312 2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |29 Facebook.com/SouthsideRecComplex Facilities & Sports Southside Recreation Complex Description: The Southside Recreation Complex features ten 200 foot baseball fields (4 lighted); three 300 foot baseball fields (1 lighted); eight 200 foot lighted girls softball fields and four 300 foot lighted adult softball fields. All field lighting is Musco brand lighting. Additionally, the complex features covered dugouts, ten batting cages, portable mounds and bases, backstop safety netting, umpires locker room, playground areas and covered pavilions along with 846 parking spaces in four different locations at the site. Centrally located concession and restroom buildings are found at each four-field pod. Maintenance of fields and restroom facilities during tournaments are provided at no cost to promoters with a 24-team Southside Sports Complex minimum registration. Southside Soccer Complex Description: The soccer complex features five full size fields (110 yds. x 60 yds.) with Musco brand lighting on four fields; Converts for 3V3, 6V6 or 11V11. Additional features include moveable bleachers and benches, concessions, air-condition restrooms, covered pavilions, open warm areas and paved parking. Fort White Recreation Complex Description: The Fort White Recreation Complex features four 200 foot lighted baseball / softball fields (two have clay infields) and two 300 foot lighted baseball fields. The complex has 140 paved parking spots. Columbia County RC Track Baseball Tournament at Southside Sports Complex Description: This remote control track features sports lighting system, lap-scoring system, all-level track, suitable for multiple vehicles with paved parking and restrooms. Tiger Stadium Description: Tiger Stadium features 5,000 capacity seating, locker rooms, concessions, restrooms, weight room and lighting. Description: Arrowhead Stadium features 5,000 capacity seating, locker rooms, concessions, restrooms, weight room and lighting. The Oaks Equestrian Center Description: The Oaks features a 33 stall custom barn with 12’x14’ footstalls, nelson waterers Baseball Tournament with timers, pro-mat flooring and rubber-paved aisles; 120’x220’ covered arena with viewing at Southside Sports Complex lounge and a 150’x300’ outdoor arena. In addition, the property has a hay barn, 60’ covered round pen and maintenance shed. Certain facilities can be rented out for special occasions or events. Alligator Lake Park Description: Alligator Lake Park features 12 miles of hiking and biking trails, playground with handicapped accessibility, six covered pavilions, ADA restrooms, nature observation, sand volleyball court and a canoe launch.

2016-2017 30| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide O ther Facilities Available Colleges and • All Tech Raceway — Universities • Lake City Speedway — Auto Racing • Quail Heights Country Club — Golf • The Country Club at Lake City — Golf Florida Gateway College • Impact Zone — Baseball and Softball 149 SE College Place • Richardson Community Center — Gymnasium and outdoor basketball courts Lake City, FL 32025 (386) 752-1822 • Memorial Stadium — Football www.fgc.edu • Columbia County Aquatic Complex — Swimming • Columbia County Fairgrounds — Pro Rodeo • Howard Conference Center — Gymnasium “When hosting any Events Hosted event, the first and most Baseball: • USSA Tournaments important area you must • USSA State Qualifiers focus on is location. For • State Tournaments Girls Softball: the , our • USSA Tournaments inaugural event could • USSA State Qualifiers • Jacksonville Storm Showcase not have been a major • USFA Tournaments • Babe Ruth State Tournaments success without having Soccer: the professional facility, • USL Regional Scouting Series • 3V3 Tournaments equipment and staffing Cross Country: at Southside Recreation/ • Alligator Run Cross Country 5K • FHSAA Cross Country Regionals Sports Complex. Its • Arrowhead Cross Country 5K state of the art facilities, Weightlifting: • USA Powerlifting Southeastern High School Championship top notch staff and Basketball: central location allowed • Sunshine Christian League State Basketball Tournament R.C. Racing: us to focus on delivering • Swap ‘N’ Bash our event with full • Breakout Race • Smokin’ Pig RC Race confidence.”

—Joel Nash, Manager, Youth League Operations

www.springsrus.com

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |31 #lovedaytonabeach SportsDaytonaBeach.com 1-800-544-0415 ext 138 ports Area Facilities Highlights

Sports Facilities:

DME Sports Basketball: • 47,000-sf center Florida Tennis Center: • 24 clay hydro-courts • 20 lighted courts Ballpark: • 4,200-seat stadium LPGA International: • Two world-class four star courses, clubhouse, restaurant Municipal Stadium: • 10,000-seat stadium • Artificial turf, locker rooms, press box, VIP Room Ormond Beach Sports Complex: • 29 fields - host multiple sporting events • 5 full-sized softball fields, 4 full-sized baseball fields, 8 full-sized soccer fields • 10 smaller baseball fields, 2 smaller soccer fields • Premier stadium for soccer and football events

Area Colleges:

Bethune-Cookman University: • NCAA, MEAC Conference : • 25-yard x 25-meter competitive pool • 3,300-sf support facility • Baseball and softball complex Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: • NCAA • ICI Center, ERAU Soccer Stadium, Crotty Tennis Center, Track & Field Complex Stetson University: • Soccer field, 12 lighted hard courts (2 center courts), 1 lighted , volleyball court

Convention Center:

Ocean Center Convention Complex: • Over 200,000 sf of exhibit hall and meeting space • 42,000-sf arena

Contact: Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau • www.SportsDaytonaBeach.com Contact: Tara Hamburger • 1.800.544.0415 ext. 138 • [email protected]

2016-2017 32| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

Serving Daytona Beach/Volusia County

Millions visit the Daytona Beach area every year for a multitude of world-renowned sporting events including Rolex 24 At Daytona, the Daytona 500, and Tom Caradonio the Coke Zero 400. Daytona Beach also claims the Executive Director 126 East Orange Avenue U.S. headquarters of LPGA and NASCAR and is home Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (386) 255-0415, ext. 121 to the Florida Tennis Center and the ‘World Center [email protected] www.daytonabeachcvb.org of Racing’. The Daytona Beach area on Florida’s east coast, is also fortunate to have 23 miles of the ‘World’s Most Famous Beach’ and a convenient locale at the intersection of I-95 and I-4. Tara Hamburger Sports Sales Manager Daytona Beach Area CVB [email protected]

Access and Location Location: Florida’s East Coast, northeast of Orlando Transportation: Located at the Junction of I-4 and I-95. Daytona Beach International Airport, Orlando International Airport

Accommodations The Daytona Beach area has more than 200 hotels, motels and inns with a combined total of more than 12,000 guestrooms.

Daytona International Speedway

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |33 Facilities & Sports Daytona International Speedway Description: The 2.5-mile “super speedway” lives up to its billing as the “World Center of Racing” as it is involved in some type of high speed activity every day for more than four months of the year — from NASCAR Sprint Cup Series stock cars (Daytona 500 and Coke Zero 400 Powered by Coca-Cola) to sports cars (Rolex 24 At Daytona) to motorcycles (Daytona 200 By ) and go-carts (World Karting Association). The recent DAYTONA Rising project is a $400 million reimagining of the Speedway. At the conclusion of the redevelopment, Daytona International Speedway will have approximately 101,000 permanent, wider and more comfortable seats, twice as many restrooms and three times as many concession stands. In addition, the Speedway will feature over 60 luxury suites with track side views and a completely revamped hospitality experience for corporate guests. Speedway tours are available daily. Florida Tennis Center Description: All ages and ability levels are welcome at the United States Tennis Association’s state-of-the-art facility in Daytona Beach. Tennis enthusiasts can enjoy 24 hydro-clay courts, which are cool, fast drying, and easy on the body. There are also 20 lighted courts available for evening play. Racquet rentals and demonstrations are available, or guests can purchase their own equipment at the Full Service Pro Shop. Ladies Professional Golf Association International This destination community features two championship courses, The Legends and The Daytona Beach, the world’s Champions. LPGA International also offers state-of-the-art practice and teaching facilities with most famous beach professionals available to assist visitors in a variety of clinics and schools. Jackie Robinson Stadium Description: Home to the Florida State League . Seating up to 4,200 people. Convention Complex Description: The Ocean Center features 200,000 square feet of flex meeting and exhibit space. It has hosted gymnastics, cheer and dance, volleyball, basketball and martial arts indoor events. It contains a 42,000 square feet Arena with a seating capacity of 10,000, a 11,715 square feet Ballroom and an Exhibit Hall with 94,965 square feet. The Ocean center is conveniently located one block from the beach and numerous Restaurants and hotels. Ocean Center Convention Complex Sports: Cheer and Dance, Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Tumbling and Trampoline, Gymnastics, Baton Twirling, Volleyball, Basketball, Arena Football and Step Competition Oceanfront Bandshell Amphitheater Description: This scenic amphitheater is located in Oceanfront Park on the north end of the Boardwalk amusement area and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. It hosts regular free concerts for the residents of Daytona Beach and its visitors. Built in 1937, the Bandshell can host 5,000 people for concerts, outdoor weddings, receptions, events or group activities. Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Description: The University features the 25,193 square foot ICI center field house with 1 feature and 2 side courts. 30,000 square feet, 6 locker rooms, 1,900 seating (600 chair backs and 1,300 moveable bleachers. The Soccer field features Seating for 1,000 with 200 chair Oceanfront Bandshell Amphitheater back seats, press box, adjacent practice fields, intramural fields across the street. The track and field acilityf has an eight-lane 400 meter track with 14mm Mondo Super track surface,

2016-2017 34| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide thought to be one of the fastest surfaces in the state of Florida. There are bi-directional runways for the pole , long and triple jump, a high jump apron, and a water pit for Colleges and steeple chase. Three throwing areas include hammer, discus and put with landing areas. Universities Sports: Basketball, Baseball, Track & Field, Soccer, Tennis Larry Kelly Municipal Stadium Bethune-Cookman Description: Home to Bethune Cookman University Wildcats football team with 10,000 seats University 640 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. and training room. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Bethune Cookman University Gymnasium (386) 481-2202 www.b-cuathletics.com Description: Seating for 3,000 Daytona State College Daytona State College 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. Description: Features a baseball and softball complex and 25 yard by 25 meter competitive Daytona Beach, FL 32114 pool and 3,300 square foot support facility. Seating for 1,000 (500 chair back and 500 (386) 506-3000 bleachers) 2 courts with no seating. www.daytonastate.edu Sports: Baseball, Softball, Swimming Embry-Riddle Nova Rec Complex, Ormond Beach Aeronautical University Description: 5 baseball fields 2 with 60ft bases - 190ft fence, 2 with 70ft bases - 225ft 600 South Clyde Morris Blvd. fence, 1 with 80ft bases - 270ft fence. Six lighted tennis courts. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (386) 323-5000 Ormond Beach Complex www.erauathletics.com Description: 6 baseball and 5 softball fields, 6 soccer fields, 1 football stadium. Volusia County Fairgrounds Description: The Tommy Lawrence Arena is approximately 140x160 square feet, no DAYTONA Rising is a bleachers, slightly less with 1,700 pullout bleachers, seats 3,000 for concert. The Talton $400 million reimagining of Exhibit Hall - 90x90 square feet and Townsend Pavilion - 100x100 square feet, must bring in bleachers. an American icon – Daytona International Speedway, to Daytona Beach Ice Rink Bleacher seating for 350 be completed by the 2016 Daytona 500. Five expanded Events Hosted and redesigned entrances, or • Daytona 500 “injectors,” will lead fans • Rolex 24 at Daytona • Coke Zero 400 to a series of escalators and • Symetra Golf Tournaments elevators, transporting them to • NAIA Football Championship three different concourse levels. • NAIA Men’s and Women’s National Golf Championships Each level features spacious • USA Wrestling Cadet Duals social areas, or “neighborhoods,” • USA Gymnastics Trampoline and Tumbling • NCA and NDA Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship along the nearly mile- • USA Volleyball Florida Fest and Florida Region long frontstretch. Daytona • NCAA Golf Championships International Speedway will have approximately 101,500 permanent, wider and more comfortable seats. www.daytonabeachcvb.org

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |35 Emerald Coast Sports Commission

Serving Okaloosa County

This area of Florida has the power of three unique destinations in one 24-mile stretch: Destin, Ft. Walton Beach, and Okaloosa Island that all make up the Heart of Florida’s Emerald Coast. It has long been a gem of Ed Schroeder Director natural beauty with sugar-white sand and emerald- Emerald Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau green water and home to “The World’s Luckiest Fishing 1540 Miracle Strip Parkway SE Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 Village”. More than that, the sports market is rapidly (850) 651-7131 [email protected] growing as more events, athletes, and families are

Access and Location catching on to what the Emerald Coast is doing and Location: Northwest Florida, 100 miles east creating. of Mobile, and 40 miles west of Panama City, Florida Transportation: The Emerald Coast is easily accessible. Interstate 10 to the north and U.S. Highway 98 along the beach make for a picturesque drive. Destin - Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is a short 20 minute drive to the beach and accommodations, and the Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is just an hour to the west. To the east, near Panama City, is Northwest Florida International Airport (ECP). Destin Airport (DTS) serves private and small charter aircraft and is only moments away.

ACCOMMODATIONS Total number of accommodations: 10,975 units Beaches of Okaloosa Island

2016-2017 36| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Facilities & Sports Fred Hedrick Athletic Complex Besides this area’s beautiful emerald green waters splashing gently into sparkling white sands, is the Brand New, 8.5 million dollar, State-of-the-Art Fred Hedrick Recreational Sports Complex, A 30,000+ sf multi-use facility, accompanied by a 10-field athletic complex. The Fred Hedrick Recreational Sports Complex will host National and Regional Sports Travel Associations, including many youth and adult baseball and softball championships, and is also home to the Emerald Coast Lightning LaCrosse League. Morgan Sports Center A little farther to the East, and well within beautiful downtown Destin proper, is Morgan Morgan Sports Center Sports Center, a $3.7 million facility, with four regulation softball fields, two little league fields, three soccer fields and a children’s playground. This Emerald Coast Attraction, hosting the 2016 USSSA Road to The Beach Fast-pitch Baseball World Series, is also home to the Destin Lightning LaCrosse League, and coordinates leagues for adult softball, 40+ softball, adult flag football, youth and adult soccer. Beaches of Okaloosa Island For the fitness-minded and beach bum alike, the beautiful beaches of Okaloosa Island are also home to the Annual Emerald Coast Volleyball Tournament, one of the most established Volleyball Tournaments in the Southeast! These crowd-pleasing tournaments have brought sports-enthusiasts and laid back beachcombers together for decades as thousands pour onto the beautiful sugar-white sands, Beaches of Okaloosa Island whether to watch or to participate themselves! Destin Fishing Fleet For decades, The Destin Fishing Fleet, on the docks of the beautiful Destin Harbor, has provided annual sport-fishing pilgrimages for many the sportsman and businessman alike. The Annual Destin Fishing Rodeo, hosted on the docks of Destin’s Fishing Fleet, runs every year from October 1st through 31st, attracting tens of thousands of anglers and spectators from all over the South! Emerald Coast Convention Center The convention center features 30,000 square feet of outdoor space and a 20,000 square foot ballroom space for multi-purpose use making for 65,000 square feet of total flexible space. The building has the ability to host everything from cheer and dance competitions to Destin Harbor mixed martial arts and . The convention center has been home to Worldwide Spirit Association, Varsity Spirit Athletic Championships, All Sports Association banquets, Beast of the Beach Wrestling Tournament, Caged Combat, and many more events.

Emerald Coast Convention Center www.EmeraldCoasting.com

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |37 / GAINESVILLESPORTSCOMMISSION / GVILLESPORTS GAINESVILLESPORTSCOMMISSION.COM2016-2017 / (352) 338-9300 38| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Gainesville Sports Commission

Serving Alachua County

The GSC creates an annual economic impact of about $18 million for the local economy. Since its inception, more than $180 million has been generated

in direct economic activity from participants and Joleen Cacciatore Executive Director spectators to GSC hosted and assisted events. The 300 East University Avenue, Suite 100 Gainesville, FL 32601 amenities in Alachua County include the opportunity (352) 338-9300 Fax: (352) 338-0600 to visit our area parks, springs and attractions. The [email protected] www.gainesvillesportscommission.com GSC’s ability to host varied and successful events provide the ultimate experience for both participants ACCESS & LOCATION Location: North Central Florida, and spectators during events in the area. approximately 120 miles north of Tampa, 125 miles north of Orlando and 80 miles southwest of Jacksonville. Gainesville is also equidistant from Miami and Pensacola. Transportation: Gainesville Regional Airport, 301 US, I-75. Air service from Jacksonville International Airport, Orlando International Airport, and Tampa International Airport also used. All about 2 hours drive from downtown Gainesville. Population: 250,000+ Gainesville/Alachua County - 125,000 in Gainesville

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: Nearly 5,000 Cost Per Room: $75-$119

/ GAINESVILLESPORTSCOMMISSION / GVILLESPORTS Stephen C. O’Connell Center GAINESVILLESPORTSCOMMISSION.COM / (352) 338-9300 2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |39 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Hal Brady Recreational Sports Complex Description: Five-field complex with 200’ feet permanent fencing. The Championship field has a 2,500 seating capacity and air-conditioned press box. 4 lighted youth baseball/softball fields, 1 lighted regulation sized football field, 2 lighted soccer/lacrosse fields. Covered dugouts, batting cages, and pitching warm-up areas. Air-conditioned Gymnasium with capacity of 1,000, for basketball with 2 concession areas and bathrooms. Home of Ruth 12U Softball World Series and hosted the Cal Ripken 12-60 Baseball World Series. Sports: Softball, Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Lacrosse, Rugby

Stephen C. O’Connell Center Pool Champions Park of Newberry Description: The park is a 16-field state of the art complex with all synthetic turf fields. for 13-under baseball, but can also host fast pitch softball competition. The facility features scoreboards, concessions, and parking for 500+ cars. It is a public/private venture that involved the City of Newberry, VisitGainesville, the Alachua County Board of Commissioners and is located one mile south of Newberry on Alt US 27. Sports: Baseball, Fast-Pitch Softball Jonesville Description: Built through a cooperative agreement between Rotary Foundation of Gainesville and the Alachua Parks Department. Today this four-field complex includes two baseball fields orf pre-high school ages, and a lighted softball field and youth field. Champions Park of Newberry Sports: Baseball, Fast-Pitch Softball Jonesville Tennis Center Description: 14 Lighted Clay Courts, 1 Tournament standard show court, 1 Beach Tennis court, Men’s & Women’s restrooms with shower facilities, Pro shop, Private lessons, Ball machine rental, Racquet stringing. It was named the winner of the 2011 Featured Facility and 2011 Outstanding Facility Award from United States Tennis Association (USTA) Sport: Tennis Jonesville Soccer Complex – Gainesville Soccer Alliance Description: Six tournament sized soccer fields (four lighted fields). Also, warm-up grass fields, parking, restrooms, concessions and a space for registration, awards ceremonies. Sports: Soccer, Ultimate, Flag Football, Lacrosse Diamond Sports Park Description: Four lighted baseball/softball fields. Total of 8 fields, including grass fields. Concession stand, ample parking. Sports: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Flag Football Easton Newberry Sports Complex - Archery Center of Excellence Description: A 20,000 square foot facility on a 100 acre multi-sport complex designed for Local, State, Regional, National and International Events. Indoor Concession Stand, Classroom/Meeting Room, Public Restrooms, seating for 500, fiber optic cable and other video/internet support. It is a designated Community Olympic Development Program status for Archery by the US Olympic Committee . Easton Newberry Sports Complex Sports: Field Archery, 3D Archery, Indoor Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cricket, Lacrosse, – Archery Center of Excellence Cross Country, Fast Pitch Softball, Fitness Trail, Football, Rugby, Soccer, Volleyball

2016-2017 40| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide University of Florida Athletic Facilities Colleges and Percy Beard Track at James G. Pressly Stadium Universities Sports: Athletics, Soccer Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field Sport: Football University of Florida Alfred A. McKethan Stadium P.O. Box 14485 Gainesville, FL 32604 Sport: Baseball www.ufl.edu Linder Stadium at Ring Tennis Complex Description: Sport: Tennis Santa Fe College 3000 NW 83rd Street Donald R. Dizney Lacrosse Stadium Gainesville, FL 32606 Sports: Lacrosse, Soccer www.sfcollege.edu Stephen C. O’Connell Center Sports: Swimming, Diving, Gymnastics, Basketball, Synchronized Swimming, Volleyball, Indoor Track and Field, Wrestling, Martial Arts Auto Plus Raceway at Gainesville Description: 1,320 foot drag strip and separate 1.6 mile road course. Seating for 30,000 spectators. 3,000 parking spaces. Home of the annual Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals, the largest drag race east of the River with more than 30,000 spectators each year. Sports: Drag Racing, Cycling, Kart Racing “The Gainesville Santa Fe College Gymnasium Sports Commission Description: 2,500 seat gymnasium and host of all Santa Fe College basketball home games. Site of the championship court during the 2013 USSSA SE National Basketball has been a tremendous Championships,2014 National USSA Basketball Championship and Sunshine State Games. asset and vital partner Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Fencing in helping us run our OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE annual tournament in the • High Springs BMX Course • Florida Pool (Diving, Swimming, Water Polo) Stephen C. O’Connell • Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium (Softball) Center. The O’Connell • University Student Athletic Center (Basketball, Volleyball, Racquetball, Badminton) EVENTS HOSTED Center staff is always • 2015 Babe Ruth World Series 12U, 16U, 10U and 8U professional and highly • 2015 Gator Cup Archery • 2015 Florida State Bowling Association Open Championship Tournament trained. The O’Dome • 2015 Gold Cup Regional Championship - BMX is definitely the most • 2014-2015 USSSA Baseball Super NIT at Champions Park of Newberry, FL • 2014 USSSA Basketball National Youth Championship prestigious facility to • 2014 Cal Ripken 12-60 Baseball World Series host an event in North • 2013-2015 Babe Ruth Fast Pitch World Series 12U • 2012 U.S. Synchronized Swimming Collegiate National Championships Central Florida!” • 2010-2015 Pepsi Florida Relays • 2009-2013 Florida’s Sunshine State Games Alachua County Festival —Jason Sorgi, President • Gainesville Senior Games Japan Karate Do, LLC www.gainesvillesportscommission.com

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |41 jacksonvillesportscouncil.com Jacksonville Sports Council

Serving Duval County/Jacksonville

JAXSPORTS Council plays an influential role of improving the local economy and community lifestyle through the use of sporting events. It Alan Verlander serves as an economic engine for Northeast Executive Director 1 Gator Bowl Blvd. Florida while increasing community spirit, Jacksonville, FL 32202 (904) 798-5985 pride, and cohesiveness with the intentions of Fax: (904) 632-2080 [email protected] maintaining charitable contributions www.jacksonvillesportscouncil.com

and tourism to areas of the community. T om Norton Vice President of Events & Operations (904) 798-5986 [email protected]

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Northeast corner of state of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean. Transportation: Jacksonville International Airport, Amtrack, various Seaports, I-95, I-10, I-295, SR-9A, SR-9B, U.S. Route 1, State Highway A1A Population: 1,115,640

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 17,736 Average Cost Per Room: $89 and up

TPC at Sawgrass Island Green

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |43 Facilities & Sports Jacksonville Sports Complex EverBank Field Description: Home of the , the annual Florida- Game and the TaxSlayer Bowl, this 70,000+ seat facility recently underwent a $150 million renovation, which included the installation of the largest scoreboards in the world. Sports: Football, Soccer, Monster Trucks, Motocross, Lacrosse Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena Description: The Arena is a 15,000 seat multi-purpose facility that is home to the AFL Everbank Field and the ABA . It features a total floor area of 27,000 square feet. In addition, the arena accommodates ice hockey and ice skating events. Sport: Multi-sport Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville Description: Home to the Jacksonville Suns, Jacksonville Armada (Soccer) and annual Florida vs. Florida State baseball game, this 12,000 seat facility has 12 luxury skyboxes and four sky decks, each of which having private seating. In addition, there are four locker rooms, two indoor batting tunnels, two training rooms, and a weight room. Sport: Multi-sport ATP Tour Headquarters Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena Description: 5,000 square ft. facility that boasts 17 lighted tennis courts, including green clay, red clay hard courts with a seating capacity of 2,000. Sport: Tennis for Performing Arts Description: Three distinct theaters, seating 5400. The Moran Theatre stage is 95’ x 48’, the Terry Theater stage is 54’ x 22’, and the Jacoby Symphony Hall stage is 66’ x 40’. Description: Three award-winning Championship PGA Golf Club Courses designed by Tom Fazio and Pete Dye; PGA Learning Center features 35 acres of world-class practice and teaching facilities; PGA Education Center features 6,000 sq. ft of meeting space; PGA Historical Center features PGA archives that commemorate The PGA of America’s history. Sport: Golf Jacksonville Equestrian Arena Description: Regarded as one of the premier equestrian facilities on the east coast, the Center routinely hosts regional and national events showcasing the best in horse competition. It offers 1,700 acres of space for a wide variety of sporting and outdoor events, an attached 7,200 square feet of covered staging area provides access to the Main Arena and has a total seating capacity of 3,700 and 80,000 square feet of concourse space. Sport: Multi-sport Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center Description: 115,000 square ft. facility, including a 78,000 square ft. exhibit hall and a 10,000 square ft. ballroom with seating capacity of 4,000. Cecil Pool Sport: Multi-sport

2016-2017 44| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Colleges and Description: The 9,300-seat Hodges Stadium is located on the University of North Florida Universities campus and offers amenities that include a completed press box, full field and track lighting and a nine-line Olympic quality track. Sport: Multi-sport Edward Waters College 1658 Kings Road 4567 EVENTS HOSTED Jacksonville, FL 32209 • Super Bowl XXXIX www.ewc.edu • ACC Football Championship Jacksonville University • Annual Gateway Classic 2800 University Boulevard N. • TaxSlayer Bowl Jacksonville, FL 32211 • Annual Florida/Georgia Football Rivalry www.ju.edu • NBA Games University of North Florida • NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament (2006, 2010, 2015) 1 UNF Drive • SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament (2016) Jacksonville, FL 32224-2645 • USA Olympic Basketball www.unf.edu • ACC Baseball Championship • Southern League All-Star Game Florida State College at • Annual Florida vs. Florida State Baseball Game Jacksonville 501 W. State St. • Roy Jones Jr.- Championship Fight Jacksonville, FL 32202 • USA vs. Russia Olympic Style Boxing Duel www.fscj.edu • The Players Championship • Rhythmic Gymnastic Four Continents Championship “My sincerest gratitude to • SEC Women’s Gymnastics Championship (2010) • Gate River Run everyone in Jacksonville for the • U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team vs. Scotland wonderful support extended • U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team vs. Scotland in making this historic college • NCAA Track & Field Championships - East Preliminary football match-up (Navy vs. • Bob Hayes Track and Field Meet • FHSAA State Finals (Track /Tennis) Notre Dame in 2016) happen in • USATF Master’s Championships the great state of Florida. I can’t • USATF Junior Olympics imagine more energy, enthusiasm, • Tennis and community involvement • 26.2 with Donna Marathon • ESPN Friday Night Fights taking place anywhere else in the country. The Academy and the Navy are “all in” for what should be a fan experience never to be forgotten. Navy versus Notre Dame in one of our nation’s greatest cities in one of our nation’s greatest venues.”

—Naval Academy Director of www.jacksonvillesportscouncil.com Athletics Chet Gladchuk

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |45 Discover the ultimate playing field that extends far beyond the sidelines.

Kissimmee, FL is the country’s premier location for sports. From baseball and football to non-traditional, our facilities, services and accommodations will make any team feel like a champion. When the competition Kissimmee has hosted a number of event rights holders including: is over, the play is still on – because you’re just minutes • Tough Mudder • FLW from world-famous theme • BASS • American Youth Football parks, natural adventures and • Diamond 9 Events world-class entertainment. • NCAA

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When it comes to tournament locations, American Youth Football, the world’s Experience Kissimmee was a strong world-class anglers on the Walmart FLW Tour largest football event, looks each strategic partner for the Tough Mudder demand world-class fishing and facilities. year to being hosted by Kissimmee Sports 2014 Central Florida event. Kissimmee’s Kissimmee delivers both with Big Toho Marina Commission. This Championship Event staff was extremely helpful and its central and Kissimmee Lakefront Park on Lake and Kissimmee Sports Commission have location made it an ideal partnership Toho. There is no better destination. teamed up to create the perfect experience for our Tough Mudder brand. for youth teams from across the USA. Kathy Fennel President of Operations, FLW Joe Galat Kate Fitzpatrick President, American Youth Football and Cheer Sr. Director of Community Development & Venues, Tough Mudder

2016-2017 46| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Kissimmee Sports Commission

Serving Kissimmee/Osceola County

The ideally located Kissimmee and Osceola County area boasts warm weather and sunshine that invites year-round play in a wide assortment of outdoor and indoor competitions. Its superb John Poole Director of Sports Marketing & inventory of top-notch fields and facilities and a Development 215 Celebration Place, Suite 200 host of sports-friendly accommodations are a Celebration, FL 34747 (407) 569-4838 perfect compliment for conducting tournaments, [email protected] www.kissimmeesports.com practice sessions, training programs, or any Debby Guertin number of other competitions. Director of Event Services (407) 569-4850 [email protected]

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Centrally located in Florida, just south of Orlando and within minutes to world-famous theme parks. Transportation: Orlando International Airport (MCO), just 20 minutes from Kissimmee; Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), less than an hour’s travel time away; Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM); Interstate 4; Florida’s Turnpike Population: 287,416

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 50,000+ Average Cost Per Room: $75 Other Options: Short and long-term rental of over 10,000 single family vacation homes available. Osceola County Stadium

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |47 FCA ILITIES AND SPORTS Osceola Heritage Park offers three venues for hosting sporting events. Description: The Exhibition Building at offers 47,850 square feet of exhibit space divisible by two sections. It also has two 5,040 square-foot divisible meeting rooms, the Kissimmee Room that divides into three rooms and the St. Cloud Room, which divides into two rooms. It accommodates 274 10’ x 10’ exhibition booths and has full-service catering. The at Osceola Heritage Park has 33,946 square feet (250’ x 140’) and accommodates 168 10’ x 10’ exhibition booths. It has the versatility of an arena to theater and has shuttered arena lighting to enhance show production values. It features 10,500 seats with luxury suites and full-service catering. Osceola County Softball Complex Osceola County Stadium at Osceola Heritage Park is a 5,300-seat primary stadium with a five-field satellite system and two “half” fields. It has two covered dugouts per field, each with cold-water fountains and a new infield practice field, six modern batting cages, two, ten-pack pitching mounds and a MLB clubhouse with state-of-the-art training facilities. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Rodeo, Inline Hockey, Arena Football, Martial Arts, Boxing, Cheer & Dance, Wrestling, Baseball Austin-Tindall Regional Park Description: This Park features eight multipurpose fields, built to World Cup™ soccer regulations and three practice soccer fields. It has bleacher seating for 1,500 and parking for 750 cars with ample parking for buses. The clubhouse has meeting space and locker room facilities. Austin-Tindall Regional Park Sports: Soccer, Lacrosse, Flag Football, , Ultimate Osceola County Softball Complex Description: Five lighted softball fields all built to U.S. Softball regulations with Bermuda grass outfields; clay blend on pitcher’s mound and home plate. It has 500-seat bleachers per field and electronic scoreboards, public address system and underground irrigation and a three-story, state-of-the-art clubhouse. Sports: Softball, Dodgeball Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Description: Located at Resort, the 255-acre Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex hosts more than 350 events each year. With nine venues, the complex Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports can host nearly every sport, from football and basketball to karate and archery. The 9,500- seat is the spring training home of the . The complex also includes two multipurpose arenas, HP Field House and Jostens Center, which offer seating capacity of 6,200; 17 multipurpose fields at Hess Sports Fields with four professional baseball fields and six fields at the softball Diamondplex; 10 tennis courts at Centre Court Stadium; a cross country course; and a track and field complex designed with professional specifications. Sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Cheer and Dance, Cross County, Tennis, Track & Field

“Our Kissimmee experience was a HOMERUN on & off the fields... Kissimmee hits it out of the park with family fun, food & shopping!” Silver Spurs Arena —Kevin O’Donnell, Diamond 9 Events

2016-2017 48| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide ChampionsGate Sports Field Complex Colleges and Description: Opened in 2014, these eight professionally maintained regulation fields, with Universities electronic scoreboards, features a clubhouse with concessions and flexible bleacher options, sitting adjacent to a AAA Four-Diamond Resort. ChampionsGate has played host to the North American Caribbean Rugby Association and has been used for pre- season training. “American Youth Football, the world’s largest football Golf Courses Year-round warmth means that golf season lasts for 365 days and the courses are grand. With event looks forward each year golf courses designed by the sport’s greatest legends, including Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, to being hosted by Kissimmee Greg Norman, Johnny Miller, Tom Watson, and Rees Jones, there’s no question about the quality of courses that await in Kissimmee. Sports Commission. This Championship Event OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE • Lake Tohopekaliga and the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes (Fishing, Rowing, Canoe, Kayak) and Kissimmee Sports • Kissimmee Civic Center (Basketball, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Boxing, Cheer & Dance, Commission have teamed Wrestling) • St. Cloud BMX Track (BMX) up to create the perfect • Fortune Road Softball Complex experience for youth teams EVENTS HOSTED from across the USA.” • BASS Master Classic • BASS Southern Open — Joe Galat, President • FLW Tour American Youth Football • NXL Paintball World Cup Presented by Kissimmee Sports Commission and Cheer • Rebel Spring Games • Youth Basketball of America National Championships • American Youth Football & Cheer When it comes to • US Flag Touch Football (USFTL) • FL High School Athletic Association State Finals (Competitive Cheer, Boys & Girls tournament locations, world- Weightlifting, Boys & Girls Volleyball &Wrestling) • International Quidditch Association World Cup class anglers on the Walmart • Tae Kwon Do America FLW Tour demand world- • Diamond 9 Softball • Gold Diamond Softball class fishing and facilities. • Ram National Circuit Finals Rodeo (RNCFR) Kissimmee delivers both • USA BMX Fall Nationals • AAU Basketball with Big Toho Marina • FL Half Century Softball • Disney Youth Soccer Tournaments and Kissimmee Lakefront • MLS Pre-Season Training Park on Lake Toho. There • Spring Training • Tough Mudder is no better tournament destination.

— Kathy Fennel, President of Operations, FLW www.kissimmeesports.com

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Serving Ft. Myers/Sanibel

Southwest Florida is a special place, made up of beautiful beaches, quiet hamlets, environmentally based attractions, Jeff Mielke shopping, affordable hotels and, of course, Executive Director 2201 Second Street, Suite 501 state-of-the-art sports facilities. From little Ft. Myers, FL 33901 (239) 533-LCSD (5273) league baseball to the major leagues, inline Fax: (239) 485-3111 www.leecountysports.org hockey to women’s fastpitch, you will be [email protected] hard-pressed to find sports that can’t be ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Located on Florida’s West Coast hosted in the greater Fort Myers area. on the Gulf of Mexico, Lee County includes the beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel Island. Lee County is located about 140 miles south of Tampa. Transportation: Lee County boasts one of the nation’s newest airports in that of Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). The greater Fort Myers area is also accessible via I-75 and US-41. Population: 650,000

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Available Accommodations: 12,500+ Average Cost Per Room: $89 & up

Hammond Stadium at CenturyLink Sports Complex

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |51 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS at CenturyLink Sports Complex Description: Opened in 1991, this 94-acre facility is the spring training home of the Minnesota Twins. The venue includes five full baseball fields, two half infields, ten covered batting cages, a cloverleaf formation lighted softball complex, complete with observation tower and public address system. The main baseball stadium seats 9,300 with additional space located in the skybox area. Hammond Stadium includes lights and an electronic message center and scoreboard. The facility has recently undergone a $42 million renovation that includes the Minnesota Twins Player Academy, a 360-degree boardwalk around the stadium, and new modernized concessions and fan amenities. Jet Blue Park, spring training home of the Boston Red Sox Sports: Baseball, Softball JetBlue Park Description: This 105 acre spring training facility is the new winter home of the Boston Red Sox. Opened in 2012, it features a 10,000 seat stadium and a six-field Player Development Complex. The stadium dimensions are exactly the same as Fenway and features a “Green Monster” wall that has seating both on top of and behind the wall. In addition, the facility includes six full size soccer fields. Sports: Baseball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Rugby, Field Hockey Germain Arena Description: This state-of-the-art facility is the home of the East Coast Hockey Leagues’ and the Arena Football’s . Germain Arena includes a 200’ Cape Coral Sports Complex X 85’ ice/floor surface with a 7,500 seat capacity. Two additional 200’ X 85’ multipurpose rinks are available for many different sports. Sports: Badminton, Boxing, Fencing, Judo, Table Tennis, Tae Kwon Do, Ice Hockey, Inline Hockey, Figure Skating, Volleyball, Gymnastics, & Cheer & Dance City of Palms Park & Player Development Complex Description: Opened in 1993, this facility was the former spring training home of the Boston Red Sox. The 8,200-seat lighted main stadium boasts ten covered batting cages, electronic scoreboard and message center. The Player Development Complex includes five full baseball fields, office space, observation tower, covered batting cages and various training rooms. In 2016, City of Palms Park will become the home to Florida SouthWestern State College’s baseball and softball programs. The 400-seat softball stadium sits adjacent to the baseball Alico Arena-Florida Gulf Coast University stadium and features new seating, lighting and a scoreboard. Sports: Baseball/Softball

“Lee County has been a fantastic partner for USA Swimming and our annual Open Water National Championships. The people associated with Sports Development, Lee County Parks and Recreation, and the local swimming community are truly a pleasure to work with, and we always look forward to returning to the area.” City of Palms Park & Player Development Complex —Dean Ekeren, National Events Director, USA Swimming

2016-2017 52| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Cape Coral Sports Complex Description: A beautiful 52 acre sports facility, which includes 14 lighted athletic fields; 4 full Colleges and baseball fields, 5 softball fields, and five soccer fields. Universities Sports: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Lacrosse Historic Terry Park Florida Gulf Coast Description: Originally built in 1908, Terry Park is listed on Florida’s Registry of Historic University 10501 FGCU Blvd. S. Places. Terry Park was the spring home of the Philadelphia Athletics, the Indians, Ft. Myers, FL 33965-6565 Pittsburgh Pirates, and the City Royals. Now home to the Lee County Parks & www.fgcu.edu Recreation this park has 4 lighted baseball fields. The main stadium seats 3,300. In 2010, this facility received a 2.2 million dollar renovation. Florida SouthWestern Sports: Baseball, Soccer State College 8099 College Parkway Alico Arena Fort Myers, FL 33919 Description: Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) is Florida’s 10th four-year University. www.fsw.edu Home of the NCAA Division I FGCU Eagles, Alico Arena is a 4,500 seat multi-purpose facility that can host sports such as basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, martial arts and much more. “We have been involved in Suncoast Credit Union Arena working with Lee County Currently under construction and the future home of the Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) basketball and volleyball teams. The 75,000 square foot facility will seat approximately for many years. Everyone 3,300 spectators and will include six skyboxes, a hospitality event center, competition courts from the people in charge that convert into recreational courts, athletic office space, student, faculty and staff wellness, and an athletic center with a fitness pavilion, men’s and women’s locker rooms and a weight of the grounds, to those training area. The facility is scheduled to open prior to the 2016-2017 season. involved in organizing the EVENTS HOSTED events, has been extremely • USA Swimming Open Water National Championships • USA Baseball Junior Olympic Tournament helpful. Over the years, we • USA Volleyball Southern Regional Championships have come to consider many • US Sailing Junior Olympic Regatta • Senior Softball USA Winter Nationals of those individuals as close • North American Championships (NARCh) • AAU Baseball National Championships friends. After our first event • AAU Girls’ Basketball National Championships in Lee County, we knew • Roy Hobbs Baseball World Series • Gene Cusic Collegiate Classic this was a very special • YBOA Boys State Championships place. Perfect Game will • Florida Senior Games • Florida State Bowling Association Championships always consider the people we work with in Fort Myers and Lee County the very best.”

—Jerry Ford, President www.leecountysports.org – The Perfect Game

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |53 When it comes to sporting events, Miami has always been a favorite among organizers and fans – and for good reason. Not only do you fi nd every imaginable sports facility, but you’ll also fi nd them at close range of beaches, hotels and airports. And with an average annual temperature of 74 degrees, we play all year long. So be ready and bring your best. MiamiSports365.com

2016-2017 ® ©Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau – The Offi cial Destination Sales & Marketing Organization for Greater Miami and the Beaches. CS 01859 54| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide IT’S SO MIAMI Miami-Dade Sports Commission

Serving Miami-Dade County

As the premier destination for sporting events, leisure and entertainment in South Florida, the Miami-Dade Sports Commission fosters positive growth and economic Jose Sotolongo Executive Director 701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 2700 development for the local community. The Miami, FL 33131 (305) 539-3000 Sports Commission also creates community Fax: (305) 819-2545 [email protected] events that focus on the importance of healthy www.miamisports.org

and active lifestyles for all ages. ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Located in Southeast Florida Transportation: Miami International Airport, I-95, Florida Turnpike, I-75, PortMiami Population: 2.5 Million

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: Over 51,583 Average Cost Per Room: $99 - $260

When it comes to sporting events, Miami has always been a favorite among organizers and fans – and for good reason. Not only do you fi nd every imaginable sports facility, but you’ll also fi nd them at close range of beaches, hotels and airports. And with an average annual temperature of 74 degrees, we play all year long. So be ready and bring your best. MiamiSports365.com

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® 2016-2017 ©Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau – The Offi cial Destination Sales & Marketing Organization for Greater Miami and the Beaches. CS 01859 IT’S SO MIAMI Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |55 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Miami Beach Convention Center Description: The Miami Beach Convention Center is located in the heart of Miami Beach, which is known throughout the world for its exciting nightlife and myriad of fine dining and hotel accommodations. The center is undergoing a $500 million renovation, which will set a high standard of excellence and redefine meeting and entertainment solutions when hosting large-scale business, trade, civic, sporting and cultural events. The new 1.4 million square foot, LEED certified facility will include a state-of-the-art, 60,000 square foot grand ballroom, additional meeting rooms with flexible arrangements, a 20,000 square foot glass rooftop junior ballroom, advanced technology, and new versatile indoor/outdoor public spaces. An Miami Beach Convention Center 800 room connected hotel is also part of the new convention center master plan. Sports: Multi-Sport AmericanAirlines Arena Description: The AmericanAirlines Arena is home to the 2006, 2012 and 2013 NBA Champion . The arena seats 19,600 when fully utilized for Miami HEAT basketball, but the upper balconies can be closed to create a more intimate atmosphere of just 16,000 seats. The arena is able to be configured in five separate ways for concerts and other events, seating as few as 5,000 and as many as 20,000 patrons. This state-of-the-art basketball arena has the capability to host all types of events from NBA Basketball and the 2009 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Regional to World Tour Concert Premiers and Family Shows. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Judo, Taekwondo, Fencing, Badminton, Cheer, Gymnastics, Karate Homestead-Miami Speedway Miami Watersports Complex (MWC) at Amelia Earhart Park Description: The MWC is the latest in watersports park design and offers cable wakeboarding, boat wakeboarding behind the award winning Super Air Nautique G23 wake sport boat, wake-surfing, waterskiing, kneeboarding, and paddle boarding. Situated on the park’s 90-acre fresh water lake, MWC is equipped with two full-size cable systems and one tower cable. Beginners can enjoy the comfort of coaches riding alongside them, while providing instruction, while more advanced riders can be coached to progress and improve their riding skills and technique. All ability levels are welcomed. Sports: Wakeboarding, Wake Surfing, Waterskiing, Kneeboarding and Paddle Boarding, Dragon Boating Tropical Park & Equestrian Center Wrestlemania at Sun Life Stadium Description: Tropical Park is a beautiful multi-sports facility located in the heart of Miami- Dade County. The park includes a 5,000 seat multi-purpose, lighted stadium that can host football, soccer and track & field. Additionally, the park has numerous baseball, soccer and softball fields. The track and jumping areas recently had a $2.8 million reconstruction and resurfacing to meet the standards set by the IAAF and USA Track & Field. Additionally, the park has a full-service equestrian facility with 267 stalls, two grass courses and approximately 1,000 seats. At the heart of the equestrian facility is a promenade and three state-of-the-art show arenas covered by a 200’ x 275’ standing steel roof. Sports: Football, Track & Field, Soccer, Baseball, Equestrian, Softball, Biking, Walking, Running Sun Life Stadium Longines Global Champions Tour Description: Sun Life Stadium is a world-class sports and entertainment facility that hosts a wide variety of events including: football, University of

2016-2017 56| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide football, and the Capital One Orange Bowl. The stadium has hosted many marquee events including five Super , two World Series, four college football National Championships, Colleges and one NFL Pro Bowl and World Cup friendly matches. In 2012, Sun Life Stadium was the proud Universities home of WWE WrestleMania XXVIII. The stadium is currently undergoing a $425 million modernization, which includes moving the fans closer to the action, an open air canopy, four HD video boards, luxury seating with air conditioned lounges, LED field lightning and much, much more. (NCAA) 5821 San Amaro Drive Sports: Football, Soccer, Equestrian, Multi-Sport Coral Gables, FL 33146 http://welcome.miami.edu Marlins Park Description: The home of the is a first-class baseball stadium, which sits on Miami-Dade College approximately 17 acres on the same site as the historic Orange Bowl once stood. The ballpark (NJCAA) has a retractable roof; natural grass playing field and 37,000 seats, which are among the 11011 SW 104th Street closest to the action in all of baseball. The state-of-the-art retractable roof ensures a cool, Miami, FL 33176 www.mdc.edu comfortable environment every day. Parking surrounds the ballpark and accommodates 5,700 cars. Marlins Park is fully ADA-compliant. St. Thomas University Sports: Baseball, Football, Soccer, Multi-Sport (NAIA) 16401 NW 37th Avenue OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE Miami Gardens, FL 33054 www.stu.edu • Amelia Earhart Park (Soccer, Flag Football) • Crandon Park Tennis Center (Tennis) Florida International • Homestead-Miami Speedway (Auto & Motorcycle Racing) University (NCAA) • James L. Knight Center (Multi-Sport and ) 11200 SW 8th Street • Miami Beach Rowing Center (Rowing, Aquatic Sports) Miami, FL 33199 • Miami-Dade Fair Expo Center (Multi-Sport) www.fiu.edu • FIU Arena (Multi-indoor Sports) Johnson & Wales • Ocean Bank Field at FIU Stadium (Multi-outdoor Sports) University (NAIA) • (Baseball, Softball, Soccer) 1701 NE 127th St • U.S. Olympic Sailing Center (Sailing, Aquatic Sports) North Miami, FL 33181 • Over 40 City of Miami parks www.jwu.edu EVENTS HOSTED Barry University • 10 NFL Super Bowls (NCAA) • 1974, 2010 NFL Pro Bowl 11300 NE 2nd Avenue, • Annual Orange Bowl Game Miami Shores, FL 33161 www.barry.edu • BCS National Championship • Miami Beach Bowl Florida Memorial • Miami Open Tennis Tournament College (NAIA) • Life Time Miami Marathon & Half Marathon 15800 NW 42nd Avenue • City Bikes Ironman 70.3 Miami Gardens, FL 33054 www.fmuniv.edu • NASCAR Ford EcoBoost 400 • Two MLB World Series • World Golf Championships - Cadillac Championship • 2009 NCAA Div I Men’s Basketball First and Second Rounds • Four NBA Finals • WrestleMania XXVIII

www.miamisports.org

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |57 FLORIDA’S TRUE SPORTS PARADISE. From miles of unspoiled beaches, to the world-famous Everglades, to one-of-a-kind dining and shopping, there’s nothing like playing in paradise. You’ll discover all-star facilities in convenient, family-friendly areas. Plus, you’ll find accommodations in every price range as well as group discounts on hotels and attractions. We have everything to ensure your sports event is a big hit, including expert planning assistance.

Contact our Sports Marketing Manager Parker Medley at 239-252-4267 or [email protected]

AthletesInParadise.com 2016-2017 58| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau

serving Florida’s Paradise Coast

Whether you’re an event organizer, sports FLORIDA’S TRUE SPORTS PARADISE. enthusiast, or a sports visitor, the Naples, From miles of unspoiled beaches, to the world-famous Everglades, to one-of-a-kind dining Marco Island, Everglades area provides the and shopping, there’s nothing like playing in paradise. You’ll discover all-star facilities in convenient, family-friendly areas. Plus, you’ll find accommodations in every perfect destination for successful sports travel, Parker Medley 2660 Horseshoe Dr. N. #105 price range as well as group discounts on hotels and attractions. We have everything competition, and training. Popular sports on Office: (239) 252-4267 to ensure your sports event is a big hit, including expert planning assistance. Cell: (239) 580-9490 Fax: (239) 252-2404 Contact our Sports Marketing Manager Parker Medley at 239-252-4267 Florida’s Paradise Coast include beach volleyball, [email protected] or [email protected] tennis, golf, triathlon, football, softball, baseball, www.AthletesInParadise.com Access & Location soccer, basketball, BMX, lacrosse and more. Location: Naples, Marco Island, & the Everglades - Florida’s Paradise Coast Transportation: Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) - 25 minutes North of Naples, Naples Regional Airport Interstate 75 - exits 101 through 111. 1.5 hours from Miami, 2.5 hours from Tampa and 3.5 hours from Orlando Population: 332,000

Accommodations: Number of Hotel Rooms: 8,060, from Five Star Resorts to economy options.

North Collier Regional Park AthletesInParadise.com 2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |59 Facilities & Sports North Collier Regional Park: Description: The 212-acre North Collier Regional Park is a state-of-the-art tournament facility featuring 5 softball fields and 8 multi-use fields perfect for soccer, lacrosse, football and field hockey. The park features the Sun & Fun Lagoon, a sprawling water park, hiking and biking trails, fitness center, and a full size gymnasium with bleachers. Sports: Soccer, Lacrosse, Football, Field Hockey, Basketball Sugden Regional Park: Description: This water front park boasts the beautiful view of Lake Avalon and a North Collier Regional Park sunbathing beach. Collier County Parks & Recreation offers water skiing and sailing classes for able bodied and special needs individuals. Enjoy the 60-acre lake, Lake Avalon, by kayaking or paddle boating. It is also a perfect facility for water ski and wakeboard events. There is also a walking trail around the lake. Sports: Water Skiing, Sailing, Kayaking, Wakeboarding Veterans Community Park: Description: This is one of the busiest in Collier County with a Community Center, Fitness Center, 3 lit softball fields, 1 lit baseball field, lit ball courts, 4 lit tennis courts, 4 lit racquetball courts, lit playground, 1 lit soccer/football field, picnic area, 2 sand volleyball courts, Rover Run Dog Park, covered lit multi-purpose rink and 2 picnic pavilions. Sports: Softball, Baseball, Bocce, Tennis, Racquetball, Soccer, Football, Sand Volleyball Vineyards Community Park Vineyards Community Park: Description: Park amenities include a Community Center, 2 lit softball fields, 4 soccer fields (3 are lit), 4 lit comfort cushioned tennis courts, 2 lit basketball courts, 4 racquetball courts, walking trail, 8 picnic shelters, pavilion, lit playground, rest rooms and a water play feature. Sports: Softball, Soccer, Tennis, Basketball, Racquetball Events Hosted The Naples, Marco Island & Everglades area has provided a welcoming home for many successful sporting events in the past. Here are just some of the previous events the Paradise Coast has hosted: • Pro Watercross Pro Watercross World Championship at • FBU National Championship Sugden Regional Park • Naples Shark Shootout Soccer Tournament • CME Titleholders LPGA Tour Event Colleges and • Franklin Templeton Greg Norman Shark Shootout Universities • Naples-Challenge Sports (3 v 3) Soccer Tournaments • Senior Softball USA Winter Nationals A ve Maria University • NSA, ASA and USSSA Adult Softball Tournaments www.avemaria.edu • Senior Softball USA Winter Nationals • FYSA Region “C” Cup and State Cup Soccer Tournaments Florida Gulf Coast University • EVP Pro-Am Beach Volleyball Events www.fgcu.edu • Champboat Race Events Florida Southwestern College • USSSA Youth Baseball Tournaments www.fsw.edu/collier www.AthletesInParadise.com

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2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |61 15_MARION_0452_FlaSportsFoundationFebSept2016FullPgAd_Outlines.indd 1 10/1/15 2:08 PM Ocala/Marion Sports Commission

Serving Ocala/Marion County

Ocala/Marion County is one of Central Florida’s best locations for producing successful sports events. No other destination offers our unique combination of experience with international events, Corry Locke Sports Marketing Specialist impressive sports facilities and an unmatched natural Loretta Shaffer Executive Director environment—all located conveniently near I-75, in 112 North Magnolia Ave. Ocala, FL 34475 the heart of Florida’s beautiful horse country. (352) 438-2800 Fax: (352) 438-2801 [email protected] [email protected] http://sports.ocalamarion.com/

Access & Location Ocala is located along Interstate 75 and US highways 301, 441, and 27 which provide immediate access to most of Florida or to the interstate system Airports Distance from Ocala (miles): Daytona International Airport, 75; Gainesville Regional Airport, 45; Jacksonville International Airport, 100; Orlando International Airport, 80; Orlando Sanford International Airport, 78; Tampa International Airport, 90 Population: Marion County 339,167 Ocala 57,586

Accommodations Number of Hotel Rooms: 4,073 Equestrian competition in Ocala/Marion County Average Daily Rate: $77.20

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |63 Facilities & Sports Florida Horse Park Description: Ideally situated on 500 acres in the heart of Central Florida, this year- round, world-class facility is fast becoming the centerpiece of Florida’s equestrian lifestyle community. The Park offers international caliber competition courses, an exciting schedule of world-class events drawing top competitors and spectators from every horse sport discipline both locally and globally. In early 2006, it was named an official training site for the United States Equestrian Team. The Park now hosts the best of the best in World and Olympic level equine sports competitions as Park events consistently draw thousands of spectators. Sports: Equestrian (Combined Driving, Dressage, Eventing, Foxhunting, Hunter/Jumper Annual Hospice of Marion County Frank Polack Memorial Bike Ride Polo & Trail Riding, etc.), Rodeo, Cross Country, Mountain Bike Ocala Regional Sportsplex Description: An 80-acre active community park, the Ocala Regional Sports Complex is adjacent to the Ocala International Airport. The park offers a variety of fields for softball, baseball, football, basketball, and volleyball. Plus, park guests enjoy use of several picnic pavilions for social gatherings, benches and tables throughout the park, concrete sidewalks and trails that are handicapped accessible, water fountains, trash receptacles and pedestrian scale lighting for safety. Sports: Football, Soccer, Baseball, Adult Softball, Beach Volleyball, Rugby Ocala Rotary Sportsplex Cal Ripken 10B-12B State Tournament at Description:The 80-acre Rotary Sportsplex provides 16 expansive fields for playing organized Ocala Rotary Sportsplex baseball and soccer. The Rotary Sportsplex annually hosts District, State and Regional baseball and soccer tournaments, and hosted the 14U Babe Ruth World Series in 2014 and the Cal Ripken World Series in 2010 and 2013. The park offers 11 lit baseball fields, 2 lit and 3 unlit soccer fields, ourf concession stands, 13 batting cages, one multi-use field and one playground. Sports: Soccer, Baseball, Lacrosse Shocker Park Description: Shocker Park is the premiere girls’ fast-pitch softball facility in Marion County. The park offers three lit batting cages, a restroom/concession stand and six lit softball fields. On a egularr basis, this park is host to USSSA and NSA tournaments. It was also home Michelle Wie at LPGA Coates Golf to the 2013 Babe Ruth State Softball tournament. Championship - Golden Ocala Golf Club Sport: Girls Softball Southeastern Livestock Pavilion Description:The Pavilion plays host to numerous events throughout the year. An Ocala Landmark since 1945, the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion enjoys a reputation as Marion County’s premier agricultural showplace, featuring a covered arena grandstand with seating for over 4,200. The facility also includes an adjacent indoor air-conditioned sales auditorium with theater style seating for 800 and 226 stalls with iron gates. Rental areas include a field events area, an open arena, an air-conditioned reception hall, an exhibition building, a picnic pavilion with showers and RV electric hookups, as well as plenty of event parking. Sports: Equestrian (Show Jumping, , Horse Shows, etc.), Rodeo Ocala Rotary Sportsplex

2016-2017 64| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Wrigley Fields Description: Wrigley Fields is an active recreation park opened in August 2007. The 72 Colleges and acre park offers 3 lit baseball fields, 2 lit softball fields, 2 lit t-ball fields, 3 batting cages, 2 Universities concession stands, 1 football field, 1 soccer field, horseshoes, volleyball, shuffleboard, picnic pavilions, playground, and a perimeter walking trail. College of Central Sports: Baseball, T-ball, Football, Softball, Soccer Florida 3001 SW College Road O ther Facilities Available Ocala, FL 34474-4415 • Bubba Raceway Park (Various Dirt Car Racing Disciplines, Concerts, Monster Trucks) www.cf.edu • Santos Trail & Cross Florida Greenway (Mountain Biking, Cross Country, Horseback Riding) • Ocala Gran Prix (Kart Racing) • Newton A. Perry Aquatic Center (Competitive / Synchronized Swimming, Water Polo, Diving) • College of Central Florida (Baseball, Basketball, Softball, Tennis) • Big Sun Youth Soccer (Soccer) 21 golf courses within a 30-minute drive including: • Adena Golf and Country Club Golf Digest 2nd best new golf course in the U.S. (2015) • Candler Hills Golf Club • Country Club of Ocala “I was in shock when • Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club I walked on that first • Juliette Falls Golf and Country Club • Ocala Golf Club tee at Golden Ocala • Ocala National Golf Club • Pine Oaks of Ocala and saw how many Events Hosted people there were. It’s • LPGA Coates Golf Championship hosted by R+L Carriers (annual) amazing! It shows • Horse Shows in the Sun (HITS) Ocala Winter Circuit (annual) • Swingthought.com Professional Golf Tour (annual) that Ocala is the kind • Live Oak International Combined Driving (annual) • HITS Ocala Triathlon (annual) of town we should be • Ocala Breeders’ Sales Championship Stakes (annual) playing in.” • Fat Tire Festival (annual) • Florida Taekwondo Championships (annual) —2014 LPGA Rolex Player • 2016 Cal Ripken 12U World Series of the Year, Stacy Lewis • 2015 & 2016 Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Nations Cup Show Jumping • 2015 Florida State Golf Association Men’s Championship • 2013-15 American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) • 2014 Babe Ruth 14U World Series • 2013-14 Cabela’s Crappie USA Fishing Tournament • 2013 & 2010 Cal Ripken 10U World Series • 2013 Babe Ruth Softball State Tournament • 2011 NCAA Men’s Golf East Regional • 2010 USSSA Soccer Southeast Regional Tournament • 2010 Professional Disc Golf Association National Tour

http://sports.ocalamarion.com/

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |65 SOUVENIR PROGRAM December 5-13, 2015 · Clearwater, Florida

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Support Florida’s Amateur Sports and Olympic Dreams

By purchasing an Olympic Spirit License plate, 50% of the annual fees collected from the sale and renewal of the tag support the Florida Sports Foundation’s amateur sports efforts – The Sunshine State Games and Florida Senior Games.

The remaining funds support the United States Olympic Movement and Florida’s Olympians. For questions about these programs, call the Florida Sports Foundation at (727) 724-3082.

Annual Use Fee: $15 (plus normal tag fees)

Visit www.flasportstags.com or your local tag agency for purchase.

2016-2017 66| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Palm Beach County Sports Commission

Serving Palm Beach County

Palm Beach County is a sports paradise with incomparable world-class playing and training facilities which can accommodate both amateur and George Linley professional sporting events year round. As a host Executive Director to major regional, national and international sporting Glen Allen Director of Sports Development events, area professionals have the experience and 1555 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd. Suite 930 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 commitment to make your event a success. (561) 233-3180 Fax: (561) 233-3125 [email protected] www.palmbeachsports.com

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Part of South Florida’s Gold Coast, 47 miles of beaches located 70 miles north of Miami and 120 miles south of Orlando on the Atlantic coast. Transportation: By Air: Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), Ft. Lauderdale International (FLL), and Miami International (MIA), Private airports in Boca Raton, Lantana, and Jupiter By Train: Tri-Rail commuter train from Miami through to Palm Beach County By Car: I-95 and the Florida Turnpike Population: 1.3 million

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 16,000 Average Cost Per Room: $69 to $249 depending on season and location

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |67 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Roger Dean Stadium, Jupiter www.rogerdeanstadium.com Description: Roger Dean Stadium is a $28 million baseball complex that opened in 1998. Roger Dean Stadium is the only baseball facility in the world to host four professional baseball teams. The Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals utilize the facility during February and March for Spring Training, and the and make the facility their home during the summer for the Single ‘A’ Florida State League. The complex consists of one primary 7,000-seat stadium and 12 supplementary practice fields. Annually, its major events include MLB Spring Training, USA Baseball National Team Championships, and Okeeheelee Park Perfect Game World Wood Bat Championships. Sports: Baseball, Entertainment Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach www.pbconventioncenter.com Description: This $600 million complex is conveniently located in central Palm Beach County. The Convention Center has two primary levels totaling 350,000 square feet. On the first level, the 100,000 square foot Exhibition Hall is easily divided into two 50,000 square foot areas that can be used for a variety of sporting events. The upper level contains an extravagant ballroom with over 25,000 square feet of usable floor space. The upper level also comprise a pre-function area, numerous meetings rooms, storage space, and an outdoor terrace. The Convention Center is able to host mat-based and floor-based sports such as martial arts, fencing, wrestling, and boxing. Coming in February 2016, a 400 room Hilton FAU Stadium Hotel attached to the convention center. Sports: Martial Arts, Gymnastics, Wrestling, Basketball, Boxing, Fencing Delray Beach Tennis Center, Delray Beach www.delraytennis.com Description: The Delray Beach Tennis Center is the premier tennis facility in South Florida, consisting of 14 clay courts, 7 hard courts, and an 8,200-seat stadium. The center hosted the 2004 USA vs. Davis Cup tie, the 2005 & 2007 USA vs. Fed Cup ties, 2013 USA vs. Sweden Fed Cup tie. Annually, it operates the ATP Tour International Tennis Championships and youth tennis events including the USTA Men’s 16 & 18s Clay Court Nationals. Sports: Tennis, Boxing, Entertainment Roger Dean Stadium International Polo Club (IPC), www.internationalpoloclub.com Description: This world class facility is a state-of-the-art polo complex, and hosts the world’s top players during the January-April season on its pristine surfaces. IPC is home to American’s polo Triple Crown: the C.V Whitney Cup, the USPA Piaget Gold Cup, and the US Open Championship. Out of season the club is available for event rights holders with field-based sporting events looking to utilize a large number of game surfaces in a single location. Past events include the AYSO National Games and the USA National Field Hockey Festival. Sports: Equestrian, Soccer, Field Hockey, Lacrosse

Delray Beach Tennis Center

2016-2017 68| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, Wellington www.equestiansport.com Colleges and Description: At the impressive Equestrian Center-rated the best in the country- year round Universities equestrian events are held with over 4,000 hunter-jumpers competing in dramatic Grand Prix and World Cup events, as well as the National Horse Show. With on-site stabling, owners Florida Atlantic create an equine village throughout the November-April season. University Sport: Equestrian 777 Glades Road Boca Raton, FL 33431 Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton www.fau.edu www.fau.edu Description: This athletic complex covers numerous facilities including a new state-of-the-art Keiser University 30,000-seat football stadium with removable goal posts, making it ideal for track or soccer 2600 North Military Trail fields, plus associated ancillary facilities. The main gymnasium seats over 4,000. In addition West Palm Beach, FL 33409 www.keiseruniversity.edu to the Owls’ college football season, the new stadium has hosted the All-star game, MLL regular season matches, the US Women’s Soccer National Team, FIFA Lynn University international friendly matches, and a college football bowl game. 3601 North Military Trail Sports: Football, Martial Arts, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Water Polo, Baseball, Softball, Boca Raton, FL 33431 www.lynn.edu Soccer, Track & Field OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE P alm Beach Atlantic University • Palm Beach Atlantic University Greene Complex - 2 main gymnasiums; Volleyball (NAIA 30 S. Olive Avenue Women’s Volleyball), Basketball (Sunshine State Games) West Palm Beach, FL 33401 • Keiser University Gymnasium - Basketball, Table Tennis, Volleyball www.pba.edu • Riviera Beach/Delray Beach/Jupiter - Beach Volleyball, Beach Wrestling, Beach Tennis, Surfing, Kiteboarding Palm Beach State • Coral Sky Amphitheatre - Cheerleading, Ceremonies, Entertainment College 4200 Congress Avenue • Palm Beach Ice Zone & Skate Zone - Inline Hockey, Ice Hockey, Ice Dancing Lake Worth, FL 33461 • Jim Brandon Equestrian Center - Equestrian www.pbcc.edu EVENTs HOSTED “The Palm Beach County • Baseball: MLB Spring Training, USA Baseball Junior Olympics, Perfect Game World Wood Bat Championships, Palm Beach Challenge College Spring Training Sports Commission has ample • Beach Wrestling: USA Wrestling National Beach Wrestling Championships experience hosting large- • Bowling: Florida State Bowling Championships • Croquet: MacRobertson Shield; World Croquet Championships scale events and have always • Equestrian: National Horse, Winter Equestrian Festival, US Open Polo displayed professionalism while • Field Hockey: USA Hockey National Festival running successful events as • Football: Lou Groza Collegiate Place-kicker Awards • Golf: The Honda Classic, ADT Championships, Allianz Championships a host. The student-athletes • Lacrosse: Spring Fling competing enjoy the experience • Water Polo: Pan American Junior Water Polo Championships • InLine Hockey: World InLine Hockey Cup, AAU InLine Nationals thanks to the dedication • Soccer: AYSO National Games of the staff along with the • Tennis: ATP International Tennis Championships, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, Florida Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships administration and volunteers.”

­—FHSAA Executive Director www.palmbeachsports.com Dr. Roger Dearing

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |69 Meet Haley Watson. Born and raised in our beach town, she makes riding the tide look natural. And it’s not just surfing that’s making a splash in Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches. We’re home to amenities that take any sporting or corporate event to the next level. Because coordinating a fun occasion should be, well, fun. So make your next event easier than ever. Because here, everything comes together. 2016-2017 70|PLANFlorida NOT Sport TOs Directory PLAN and Facilities Guide www.visitflagler.com Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches

Beverly Beach • Bunnell • Flagler Beach The Hammock • Marineland

As sports teams of all kinds are finding out about the stellar sporting facilities in Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches, the area is becoming a sports Mecca. The Matthew Dunn community recognizes and supports the importance Executive Director 20 Airport Road, Suite B of youth sports. Almost every week of the year local, Palm Coast, FL 32164 (904) 303-0552 regional, state, national and even international teams [email protected] www.visitflagler.com can be found on our 22 soccer/lacrosse fields, 15 ACCESS & LOCATION baseball fields, 11 fields, among other facilities. Location: Northeast Transportation: I-95, US 1, SR 100 Population: 100,000+

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 1,600 Average Cost Per Room: $69-$149 (varies by season and location) Vacation Rental Homes: 400+

EVP Pro Beach Volleyball on the Flagler Beaches

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |71 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Indian Trails Sports Complex Description: Home to state, regional and national tournaments, the 50-acre facility provides visitors with excellent amenities for events of all sizes. 10 multi-purpose fields, 4 lighted, bermuda tiffway 419, goals for all sports, bleachers and player benches; 3 lighted baseball fields, 1 lighted softball field, covered dugouts, electronic scoreboards at each field, bleachers, player benches; concessions stands, restroom buildings, playground. Sports: Lacrosse, Soccer, Football, Flag Football, Quidditch, Ultimate, Rugby, Field Hockey, Etc. Wadsworth Park Bull Creek Fish Camp at Dead Lake Description: Every field and court is lighted for play well into the evening. 7 multi-purpose fields, all lighted, bermuda; 1 softball field, lighted, covered dugouts; 2 basketball courts, lighted, macadam surface; 4 racquetball courts, lighted; 3 tennis courts, lighted, macadam surface; 3 restroom buildings; canoe/kayak launch; concession stands; skate park; horseshoe facility; walking trails; restroom buildings. Sports: Lacrosse, Soccer, Football, Flag Football, Quidditch, Ultimate, Rugby, Field Hockey, etc. Flagler County Recreation Area Description: At the heart of Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches lies FCRA, home to the County fairgrounds and main baseball/softball complexes. We take America’s pastime to new heights with four baseball fields and four softball fields, all fully lit with covered dugouts, bleachers and electronic scoreboards. The FCRA maintains a full rodeo arena with a covered pavilion, recently expanded parking and much more. Wadsworth Park Sports: Baseball, Softball, T-ball, Rodeo, Concerts Palm Coast Tennis Center Description: Winning a USTA National Award as an Outstanding Small Public Facility, the Palm Coast Tennis Center offers 10 hydro-grid clay courts lighted to tournament standards. A Pro Shop with racquet stringing, mix of gazebos and pavilions and other comforts to make this a welcoming facility. Home of the USTA Futures Men’s Tournament. Sport: Tennis Central Park Description: Perfect for amateur and professional running, cycling and biathlon events, Central Park in the Palm Coast Town Center is a massive mixed-use development that’s Flagler Beach Pier leading the charge for the future downtown of Palm Coast. Sports: Running, Cycling, Biathlon Princess Place Preserve Description: The rich history and 1,500 pristine acres caters to miles and miles of trails perfect for cross country, , obstacle/adventure racing mountain biking and cyclocross events. The facility includes camping sites, and equestrian specific camp sites. Sports: Running, Obstacle/Adventure Racing, Orienteering, Mountain Biking, Cyclocross, etc. Florida Cracker Ranch Description: Florida Cracker Ranch is a family oriented outdoor adventure facility that offers a wide range of outdoor adventures including ATVs, camping, horse trails, fishing, swamp Indian Trails Sports Complex buggy area, dirt bike area, mudding, obstacle racing and much more. Sports: Obstacle Racing, ATV, Motorcross, , etc.

2016-2017 72| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Bull Creek Fish Camp at Dead Lake “We chose Flagler Description: Home to the best crappie fishing in Florida, the Bull Creek Fish Camp at Dead Lake has also hosted several high profile bass tournaments such as the ESPN Carhartt because, to be quite Bassmaster College Series South Regional. Crappie USA has hosted several tournaments with more planned and recent arrangements have been made to host upcoming FLW and Fishers frank, it is Matt of Men tournaments as well. Sport: Freshwater Fishing (Dunn) and his Flagler Beach Pier crew’s persistence at Description: Home to the Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Classic, the Flagler Beach Pier is considered by many to be Florida’s finest beach for natural, unspoiled beauty. Recently the being a great business United States Lifesaving Association hosted its most successful Southeast Regional to date. Sports: Surfing, Lifeguard Competitions, Paddleboarding partner…they found a OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE way to make it work.” • Old Dixie Park (Horseshoes) • Mala Compra Trail (Mountain Biking, Hiking, Orienteering) —Rusty Schellman, Director • Graham Swamp Trail (Mountain, Biking, Hiking, Orienteering) of Real Estate and Military • Hammock Beach Resort (Golf, Beach Volleyball) Markets, Reebok Spartan Race • Ralph Carter Park (Multi-purpose Fields, Soccer, Lacrosse, Flag Football, Quidditch, Field Hockey, etc.) • Flagler Palm Coast High School (Basketball, Cheerleading, Track, Football, Gymnastics, etc.) • Matanzas High School (Basketball, Cheerleading, Lacrosse, Football, Soccer, etc.) “The attention to • Palm Harbor Golf Club (Golf) • Grand Haven Golf Club (Golf) details, the flexibility EVENTS HOSTED to respond to our last • ESPN Carhartt Bassmaster South Regional • Crappie USA minute requests and • United States Lifesaving Association Southeast Regional • EVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour the willingness to make • Father’s Day Lacrosse Invitational • NPL Soccer Showcase the event a success were • Florida Youth Soccer Association (various) • Florida Flag Football League State Championships unbelievable. And, of • Teen Masters Bowling • PDA Florida 3v3 Soccer course, the backdrop • FLW Collegiate South Regional • Fishers of Men National Tournament Trail District 1 of the Flagler Beach • USA Ultimate National Team Tryouts • Triple Crown Baseball pier was wonderful. • Insane Inflatable 5K GREAT JOB!” • Color Vibe • Reebok Spartan Race —Gerry Falconer, President, United States Lifesaving Association, SER www.visitflagler.com

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |73 When it comes to sports destinations, there is no competition.

With “The World’s Most Beautiful Beaches,” and plenty of fun-fi lled family attractions, Panama City Beach is the perfect year-round destination for every sports enthusiast. playpanamacitybeach.com | .PCBEACH (.)

Softball · Baseball · Triathlons · Cheerleading · Dance · Gymnastics · Football · Fishing · Basketball · Martial Arts · Soccer Power Paragliding · Running · Volleyball · Wrestling · Bodybuilding · Watercross · Skimboard · Rugby · Sailing · Golf Paddleboarding · Cycling · Wakeboarding · Band

2016-2017 74| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau When it comes to sports destinations, there is no competition. Serving Panama City Beach/Bay County

Long known for beautiful shores, Panama City Beach is now recognized by international sporting events planners as a great destination for everything Richard Sanders from baseball to swim meets. Amazing climate is Vice President, Sport/Special Events 17001 Panama City Beach Parkway a big part of the story - an annual temperature of Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 233-5070 or 1-800-PCBEACH 74 degrees - as are great facilities, including the Fax: (850) 233-5072 [email protected] expansive, multi-sport Frank Brown Park. www.visitpanamacitybeach.com/sports/

Chris O’Brien Director, Sports/Special Events [email protected]

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Florida’s Northwest Coastal Region Transportation: Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (Southwest Airlines, Delta) I-10 south on Hwy 79 to 388 East. With “The World’s Most Beautiful Beaches,” and plenty of fun-fi lled family attractions, Panama City Beach is the perfect year-round destination for every sports enthusiast. Population: Approximately 14,000 (180,000 playpanamacitybeach.com | .PCBEACH (.) County)

ACCOMMODATIONS Softball · Baseball · Triathlons · Cheerleading · Dance · Gymnastics · Football · Fishing · Basketball · Martial Arts · Soccer Power Paragliding · Running · Volleyball · Wrestling · Bodybuilding · Watercross · Skimboard · Rugby · Sailing · Golf Number of Hotel Rooms: Approximately Paddleboarding · Cycling · Wakeboarding · Band 22,000 Average Cost Per Room: $80

Frank Brown Park

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |75 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Frank Brown Park Description: 200 acre sports complex offering lighted fields, concession stands, walking trails, festival site and new state-of-the art Aquatic Center. In March 2016 the park completed a $4 million upgrade and renovation to fences, backstops, concessions and dugouts. Sports: Softball, Baseball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Football, Tennis, Basketball, Rugby and Swimming H.G. Harders Recreation Complex Description: A 76-acre complex with five softball and two baseball fields, nine soccer/football Frank Brown Park fields, ennist courts, model boat pond, model plane airstrip, playground, cross country trail, three concession stands, pavilions and restrooms. Sports: Baseball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Softball Gulf Coast State College Description: With five sports competing in the Florida College System Athletic Association (FCSAA), Gulf Coast State College hosts women’s volleyball and men’s and women’s basketball in the Billy Harrison Field House, baseball Bill Frazier Field and softball at Joe Tom King Field. Oakland Terrace Park Description: A 28 acre recreation complex features gazebos, tennis courts, softball and baseball fields. The Oakland erraceT Park is home to the 90 softball teams in the City’s USFA Softball Softball League. Sports: Baseball, Softball, Tennis New Sports Complex Opening Spring 2018 with 12+ rectangular fields for multipurpose use. OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE • J.R. Arnold High School Stadium (Football, Track) • Tommy Oliver Stadium (Football, Track) • Deep Springs Park (Baseball) • J.R. Moody Park (Baseball) • Laird Park (Baseball, Basketball, Volleyball) Pro Watercross • Southport Ball Park (Baseball) • Simmons Park (Baseball, Basketball, Tennis) • Bayou George Park (Baseball, Basketball) • Chapman Park (Baseball) • Zollie Young Park (Baseball) • Belaire Park (Volleyball, Tennis, Baseball) • Sheffield Park (Baseball) • Cain-Griffin Park (Volleyball, Softball, Baseball, Tennis) • A.U. Kinsaul Park (Softball) • Porter Park (Volleyball, Tennis) • Recreation Complex (Softball) • Community Center (Baseball) Panama City Beach • Daffin Park (Ball Fields, Tennis) • Henry A Davis Park (Basketball) 2016-2017 76| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide • Martin Luther King, Jr. Rec Center (Basketball, Volleyball) • Harris Park (Basketball) Colleges and Universities • Moates Avenue Park (Volleyball) • Lucille Moore Softball Park (Softball) • Sudduth Park (Baseball, Soccer) Gulf Coast State College • Truesdell Park (Tennis) 5230 W. Hwy. 98 • Woods Field (Softball) Panama City, FL 32401 (850) 769-1531 EVENTS HOSTED www.gc.cc.fl.us • World Softball League North American National Championships • Gulf Coast Collegiate Baseball Classic Panama City Campus • LaCrosse Collegiate Spring Training 47850 Collegiate Drive • USFA Fastpitch World Championships Panama City, FL 32405 • USSSA Corporate World Tournament (850) 872-4750 • USSSA Men’s C National Tournament www..fsu.edu • USSSA Women’s A World Tournament • USSSA Church World Tournament • USSSA Military World Tournament • USSSA Men’s 40 & Over World Tournament • ISA Men’s E World Tournament • ISA Men’s 40 & Over World Tournament • ISA Men’s Corporate/Armed Forces World Tournament • ISA Women’s World Tournament • NSA Men’s Southern B & D World Series • Grand Slam Baseball World Series “Panama City Beach • Bay Point Invitational Billfish Tournament • Ironman Florida Triathlon is the ultimate venue • IFFF World Cup of Flag Football for our sporting needs • ASA 14 & Under Fastpitch Nationals • ASA Women’s C Nationals - excellent facilities, • ASA Boys Youth Nationals • IFA Redfish National Championships a beautiful beach, • EVP Pro Tour Volleyball affordable housing, top-grade restaurants and entertainment for the whole family.”

—Don DeDonatis, CEO of the United States Specialty Sports Association

www.visitpanamacitybeach.com/sports/

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Poasc County

Pasco County continues to develop as a sports destination. The recent opening of beach volleyball Office of Tourism courts and a System 2.0 wakeboarding cable system Development 8731 Citizens Drive, Ste. 135 presents new opportunities for regional competitions. Phone: (727) 847-8129 [email protected] A four-sheet ice rink is under construction and is set www.VisitPasco.net www.facebook.com/pages/pasco-county- to open late 2016. The rink offers space for ice-skating tourism and hockey events and indoor floor space for cheer, Access & Location Location: West Coast, Central Florida dance and wrestling competitions. Transportation: Tampa International Airport; St. Petersburg/Clearwater Airport; Access to I-75 and Suncoast Parkway Population: Pasco County - population is 485,500. Pasco County is included in the .

Accommodations Number of Hotel Rooms: 3,638 Average Daily Rate: $80-150, depending on the season Other Options: A variety of housing is available: from RV campgrounds to resort villas. Meeting space is available for conventions and reunions.

Savage Race at Little Everglades Ranch

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |79 Facilities & Sports Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex Description: This athletic park consists of an 80-acre park featuring eight baseball/softball fields, three football/soccer fields and five soccer-only fields, with concessions and press boxes on sight. The recreation complex consists of a large gymnasium with indoor basketball courts and activity rooms. There is also a pool building with a large outdoor pool with a diving area. Sports: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Football, Basketball, Swimming Little Everglades Ranch Description: A 2,050 acre working ranch specializing in breeding topnotch Hanoverian Wicked Awesome Racing performance horses, as well as, Thoroughbred race horses, Little Everglades also is a host to Cyclocross Race Series many athletic events. The ranch features beautiful scenery and a versatile terrain featuring 500 groomed acres & 1,550 acres of fields, woods, lakes & wetlands perfect for many obstacle courses, runs and Cyclocross events. Sports: Obstacle/Mud Racing, Equestrian, Cross Country and Cyclocross Saddlebrook Resort Description: The renowned facility features 45 grand slam surfaced tennis courts and two 18-hole golf courses, one of which was designed by Arnold Palmer. Saddlebrook Resort has been named one of the Top 100 Golf Resorts in , the Caribbean and the Atlantic, as well as, Ireland and Scotland by Conde Nast Traveler magazine. Sports: Tennis, Golf, Fitness and Spa Cross Country Racing Skydive City Description: Skydive City in Zephyrhills is the only place that offers a panoramic view of Pasco County from 13,500 feet above the ground. Jump with USPA-rated staff and accelerate to 120MPH, freefalling for about 60 seconds. After opening the parachute, you will have 4-6 minutes under the canopy, where you can steer or just enjoy the view. Sports: Skydiving - Tandem and Accelerated Freefall Training (AFF) SunWest Park Description: SunWest Park is a recreational waterfront facility that has been developed around a former limestone mine. There is currently a System 2.0 wakeboarding cable over the lake, where experienced riders can practice their tricks on the spine kicker and modular box. A full cable system is set to open mid-2016. On the shores of the 70 acre spring-fed lake Skydiving you will find space for 20 beautiful white sandy beach volleyball courts perfect for college competitions. Sports: Wakeboarding, Beach Volleyball Wesley Chapel District Park Description: This district park consists of 143.65 acres and has a total of 10 rectangular multi-use grass fields, along with 2 over-sized synthetic turf fields. The fields are lighted and available through the Office of Tourism Development for select regional, state and national soccer, lacrosse and flag football tournaments. Sports: Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Football, Lacrosse

Dick’s Sporting Goods Tournament of Champions

2016-2017 80| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide O ther Facilities Available Colleges and • All Sports Arena - roller and ball hockey Universities • Arthur F. Engle Memorial Park - 40 acres, baseball, soccer & football • Florida Hospital Center Ice - indoor ice rink, hockey leagues & skating programs • Green Swamp West Trails - hiking & biking Pasco Hernando • J. Ben Harrill Recreation Complex - baseball, basketball, football & soccer State College • J.B. Starkey Wilderness Park - running and cycling trails, paved and off-road 10230 Ridge Road • Lane Glo Bowl & Lane Glo North - bowling New Port Richey, FL 34654-5199 (727) 816-3342 • New Port Richey Recreation and Aquatics Center - basketball, swimming & fitness www.phcc.edu • Golf Courses - over 25 courses including daily fee, private and resort • Sam W. Pasco Park - baseball, softball & three soccer fields St. Leo University • Spinnations - roller figure and speed skating Intercollegiate Athletics • Suncoast Trail - 42 miles of cycling and running trails Saint Leo University - MC2038 Post Office Box 6665 • Veterans Memorial Park - basketball, football, soccer, swimming, softball and Saint Leo, FL 33574-6665 a multi-purpose trail (352) 588-8200 • W.H. Mitchell Park - softball & soccer www.saintleo.edu • Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park - kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking • Withlacoochee State Trail - hiking & biking T rinity College 2430 Welbilt Blvd, Events Hosted Trinity, FL 34655 (727) 376-6911 • Caliente Bare Dare Run www.trinitycollege.edu/athletics • Derek Pieper Memorial Cup - Lacrosse • Dick’s Sporting Goods Tournament of Champions - Lacrosse “The area around , • Florida Cyclocross Series Florida has a rich cycling history, -- Florida State Cyclocross Championship -- Race for Humanity Criterium once home to the famous Darby -- Wicked Hardah Cyclocross Road Race that has seen the • Florida State USBC Youth Bowling Tournament likes of Tour De France winner • Gran Fondo Florida - Cycling Laurent Fignon. This area is • Harry Olsen Memorial Cup • I Lacrosse My Heart Tournament and has been the winter training • Longleaf Triathlon site of some of the top triathletes • NCAA Beach Volleyball in the world including members • PBA 50 Senior Tour - Bowling of the TIMEX team and the • Savage Race FL - Mud & Obstacle Racing • USPA Nationals Championship - Sky Diving, Canopy Piloting & FAI World Meet hometown former US National • World Master’s Ball Hockey Cycling team members Josh “Pasco County has been a tremendous partner and a Thornton and Derek Wilkerson. The area has endless miles of valuable asset in helping grow our national championship. beautiful rolling farm land, with The support we’ve received within Pasco has been scenic views of horse farms and instrumental in event facilitation and operations.” orange groves.”

— Josh Gross, NDP Lacrosse – Vice President, Business Operations —Reuben Kline, Gran Fondo National Championship Series www.VisitPasco.net

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2016-2017 82| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Pensacola Sports Association

Serving Escambia County

The Pensacola Sports Association strives to develop, organize, advertise, promote, encourage and host amateur and professional sports in Northwest Florida for the purpose of regional economic development (Sports Ray Palmer Executive Director Economic Development). It also unites in common 101 W. Main Street Pensacola, FL 32502 organization all others whose purpose is to foster (850) 434-2800 Fax: (850) 432-4237 and encourage amateur and professional sports and [email protected] www.pensacolasports.org personal physical fitness in the Northwest Florida region. ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Northwest (Panhandle) “Western Gate to the Sunshine State” Transportation: Pensacola International Airport, I-10. Population: 455,000

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 9,300 Average Cost Per Room: $94 — varies by season and location Condominium Units: 2,200

University of West Florida Aquatic Center

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |83 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Ashton Brosnaham Park Description: Stadium multi-purpose field can seat 2,500 and features a press box, scoreboard, locker rooms and picnic areas. Home of the 2015 NCAA Division II Men’s and Women’s Soccer National Championships and 2006 NCAA Division II Women’s Field Hockey National Championship. 10 full-size, lighted, multi-purpose fields with concessions, restrooms and parking. Brosnaham Park was named the 2007 National Association of Counties, Park and Recreation Class I Facility of the Year. Sports: Soccer, Lacrosse, Rugby, Flag Football, Field Hockey

Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park Description: 10,000-seat arena and meeting facility in downtown Pensacola. Sports: Gymnastics, Boxing, Martial Arts, Mat Sports, Roller-skating, Ice Skating, Arena Football and Basketball Roger Scott Tennis Center Description: 18 lighted hard tennis courts and 10 clay courts with pro-shop and locker rooms. Home of Pensacola Futures Pro Men’s Circuit USTA Tennis Tournament, the U.S. Tennis Association’s Florida Executive Committee selected Roger Scott Tennis Center to receive the 2015 Member Organization of the Year Award. The center was previously named National Municipal Facility of the Year by Tennis Industry Magazine in 2012. Roger Scott Athletic Complex Description: Multi-sport complex includes 4 baseball/softball fields and 2 multi-purpose fields, concession area, rest rooms and gymnasium. Sports: Tennis, Baseball, Softball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Basketball, Flag Football, Martial Arts and Volleyball University of West Florida - Health, Leisure, and Sports Facilities Description: 100,000+ square feet of new, state-of-the-art facilities; including an indoor University of West Florida turf field and four basketball courts, 12 tennis courts and lighted intramural fields. The UWF Natatorium is a heated Olympic-size pool (25 yd x 50 m), dry sauna, whirlpool and hydraulic lift for the physically challenged. Sports: Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Softball Tennis, Football, Rugby, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Swimming, Tennis, Kickball Escambia County Equestrian Center Description: Covered, all-weather arena with show area and permanent seating for 4,000. Broadcast quality lighting, professional sound system, fully ADA compliant. Two 350’ x 75’ covered stables; three outdoor show plus two exercise rings, warm-up area, concessions and restroom facilities. Also features a first-class Cross Country course, home of the 2006 NCAA Division II Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Championships. Escambia County Equestrian Center Sports: Horse Shows, Dog Shows, Rodeo, Dog Field Trials, Truck and Car Shows, Cross Country, Off-Road Cycling and BMX Exchange Park Description: 4 lighted softball fields with concession/meeting/office space - near downtown Pensacola. Sports: Softball, Youth Baseball, Kickball

2016-2017 84| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park Colleges and Description: Park in downtown Pensacola with multi-use Blue Wahoos baseball stadium (an Universities AA-affiliate of the ). The 5,000 seat stadium won ’s first “Best Seat in the House” award in 2015, and Stadium Journey has placed Blue Wahoos Stadium as the second best Minor League Ballpark in the country. University of West Sports: Baseball, softball, football, soccer, concerts Florida 11000 University Parkway Southwest Escambia Sportsplex Pensacola FL 32514 Description: 200-acre complex with 17 fields, including 10 baseball, t-ball and softball; 6 www.uwf.edu soccer fields and a ootballf field. Lights, concessions, rest room facilities, open play area, walking trails, playground, covered pavilions and ample parking. Pensacola State College (Main Campus) Sports: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Football 1000 College Blvd. Shoreline Park and Gulf Breeze Recreation Center Pensacola FL 32504 www.pensacolastate.edu Description: 150-acre park with newly renovated 44,000 square foot facility consisting of 2 dual court gymnasiums, dual use auditorium, 2 dual use multi-purpose rooms, 2 conference rooms, full service kitchen, auxililary kitchen and associated office, storage and restroom facilities. Outdoor facilities include basketball courts, picnic area, a fully equipped playground, ten lighted tennis courts, nine lighted baseball/softball fields, one lighted football/soccer field The Pensacola Sports and 4 ancillary buildings for maintenance, storage, concessions and activity overflow. Association leverages OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE the geographic beauty, • Pensacola and Perdido Key Beaches (Beach Volleyball, Beach Tennis, Triathlon, Boating, Regattas, Adventure Racing natural assets and • Pensacola Yacht Club historic charm of the • Tiger Point Park (Tennis, Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Football, Walk/Bike Trail) • Hitzman Park (Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Flag Football) region to showcase the • Baars Field (Baseball, Softball, Soccer) • Brent Park (Baseball, Softball, Football) unique characteristics • Bellview Park (Baseball, Softball, Football) of the community. • Cantonment Park (Baseball, Softball, Football) • Don Sutton Park (Baseball, Softball) Because of this, events EVENTS HOSTED in the Pensacola are • 2015 USODA Sailing National Championships • 2015 FCSAA State Volleyball Championships unrivaled in their • 2015 NCAA Div. II Men’s and Women’s Soccer National Championships scenic quality, and • 2014-2015 NCAA Division I College Baseball games • 2014-2015 NIRSA Flag Football National Championships promote individual • 2014-2015 Pro Watercross Tour (Jet Ski Competition) health and economic • 2013 USODA SE Opti Regionals Sailing Regatta • 2012 NCAA Div. II Women’s Volleyball Championships well-being for our • 2011 - 2014 FCSAA State Softball Championships • 2011 NCAA Div. II Men’s and Women’s Soccer Championships community, and thus, enhancing the quality of life for all. www.pensacolasports.org

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Serving Santa Rosa County

A sporting event in Florida’s Playground includes experiencing volleyball while overlooking the Gulf of Mexico at Navarre Beach with its sugar

white pristine quartz sand or a soccer tournament Julie Morgan Executive Director at NYSA soccer fields in Navarre. The PARA 8543 Navarre Parkway Navarre, FL 32566 Sportsplex in Pace has the ability to host a wide (850) 981-8900 [email protected] range of events all while being surrounded with www.Floridasplayground.com local history in nearby Downtown Milton. Access and Location Location: Santa Rosa County is in Northwest Florida along the breathtaking Gulf of Mexico. Transportation: Pensacola International Airport, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) Interstate I-10 exits 22 through 32. 40 minutes from Pensacola, 35 minutes from Fort Walton Beach — Destin, 3 hours from Tallahassee, 2 hours and 20 minutes from Montgomery, AL, 3 hours from , LA and 5 hours from Atlanta, GA. Population: 161,096 (2013)

Accommodations: Gulf-Front condominiums, water-front beach houses and RV sites, hotels, state park camp sites. Number of rooms available (Vacation Rental Condos & Homes, Cabins/Camping, and Hotels): 3,745 Average Daily Rate: $95 to $188 Tiger Point Park depending on the season.

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |87 Facilities and Sports Santa Rosa Sports Plex Description: Seventy-four acres containing eight baseball fields, four softball fields, four tee ball fields and two tennis courts, you can play day or night with the wonderful lighting on all the fields and courts. Park opens at 7 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m. Sports: Baseball, Softball, Tennis Santa Rosa Soccer and Horse Complex Description: Fifty-eight acres of green fields; just perfect for ten soccer fields with one uncovered horse arena and twenty stables for the horses. East Milton Park Sports: Soccer, Equestrian Navarre Soccer Park Description: One of Navarre’s bigger parks, encompassing 29 acres with five soccer fields. Sport: Soccer Navarre Sports Complex Description: Thirty acres containing four baseball fields, two basketball courts, six batting cages, four softball fields, three tee ball fields, three concession stands, pavilions and playground. Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Softball Shoreline Park and Gulf Breeze Recreation Center June Ates Arena Description: One of the best sports complexes in Santa Rosa County, with 150 acres, a new sports facility contain two gymnasiums, a full service kitchen, basketball courts, ten lighted tennis courts, nine baseball fields, and one football/soccer field. Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Tennis, Multi-sport Indoor Complex Tiger Point Park Description: Five baseball fields, two basketball courts, four batting cages, three softball fields, four tee ball fields, two tennis courts, one football field, seven soccer fields and one concession stand. Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Softball, Tennis, Soccer, Volleyball East Milton Park Tiger Point Park, soccer fields Description: One of the county’s larger parks, with 70 acres containing four baseball fields, one indoor basketball court, outdoor basketball court, two batting cages, one football field, four softball fields, three tee ball fields, two tennis courts, three soccer fields, one covered horse arena. Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Softball, Tennis, Soccer, Equestrian Milton Sportplex Description: Six tennis courts, one skate park, two football fields, two large baseball/softball fields, two small baseball/softball fields, one medium baseball/softball field, one tee ball field and one indoor basketball court. Sports: Skateboarding, Baseball, Softball, Football

Tiger Point Park

2016-2017 88| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE Colleges and • Pace Area Recreational Park (Football) Universities • Holley Ball Park (Baseball) • Bagadad Recreation Facility (Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Tennis) • June Ates Arena (Equestrian activities) Pensacola State College • Locklin Field Park (Baseball, Softball) 1000 College Blvd • Optimist Park (Soccer, Football, Baseball and Racquetball) Pensacola, FL 32504 (850) 484-1000 • Chumuckla Community Center and Ball Park (Baseball, Basketball, Softball, Tee Ball, Tennis) www.pensacolaste.edu • Fidelis Community Center and Park (Baseball, Softball, Tennis) • Stonebrook Golf Club (Pace) University of West • Hidden Creek Golf Course (Navarre) Florida • Tiger Point Golf Course (Gulf Breeze) 11000 University Parkway • Tanglewood Golf and Country Club (Milton) Pensacola, FL 32514 (850) 474-2000 Events Hosted www.uwf.edu • Juana’s Pagodas Annual Charity Chili Cook-off and Volleyball Tournament University of Florida • 2012-2015 Navarre Fishing Rodeo IFAS – West Florida • Tough Mudder Gulf Coast 2015 Research and Education • Beaches to Woodlands Tour Center • Sharks Youth Basketball Shootout, February 2015 5988 Hwy. 90 Bldg. 4900 • Regional Youth Lacrosse Tournament, February 2015 Milton, FL 32583 • The LizardFest Youth Volleyball Tournament, March 2015 (850) 983-7125 • GBSA Youth Basketball Tournament, March 2015 http://wfrec.ifas.ufl.edu • Regional Youth Lacrosse Jamboree, May 2015 • Racquet Roundup Youth Tennis, June 2015 • Nations Baseball All Star Tournament, June 2015 “Santa Rosa County is a great • Gulf Coast Youth Sports Alliance Cheerleading Camp, June 2015 partner for Tough Mudder, and • British Soccer Youth Soccer Camp, July 2015 we are excited to return for a • Nations Baseball World Series, July 2015 second year to Milton, FL for • Gulf Coast Youth Sports Alliance Football Jamboree, September 2015 the 2016 Tough Mudder Gulf • Florida College System Activities Association (FCSAA) Women’s Volleyball Championships, November 2015 Coast event. We look forward • Blackwater Saddle Club 4D Barrel Race, October 2015 to showcasing Santa Rosa • Tough Mudder 2016 County’s beautiful beaches to the thousands of participants and their friends/family who travel to our first event of the 2016 season.”

—Kate Fitzpatrick, Senior Director of Community Development & Venues for Tough Mudder

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2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |89 2016-2017 90| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Sarasota County Sports Commission

Serving SARASOTA COUNTY

Sarasota County is an ideal place for sports, not only for the great year-round weather, but also for the numerous amenities the community has to offer. Some of the best sporting venues include Rob Wells Director of Sports many Sarasota County Parks, , 1777 Main Street, Suite 302 Sarasota, FL 34236 Sarasota and Siesta Key Beach. (941) 955-0991 ext. 105 Fax: (941) 955-1929 While being renowned for our beaches, the area [email protected] www.sarasotasports.org also boasts an active sports community. ACCESS & LOCATION Population: 380,000 Location: Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast between Tampa to the north and Fort Myers to the south, Home to Siesta Beach, rated #1 beach in USA by TripAdvisor in 2015. Transportation: Sarasota-Bradenton International (SRQ), Tampa International (TPA), St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (PIE), Southwest Florida International (RSW).

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 5,000 Total Available Accommodations: 15,000 Average Rate: $143.00 Room Options: A wide variety of accommodations are available in Sarasota County, from campgrounds to luxury resort hotels. Rental of privately owned condominiums and cottages are popular with YMCA Selby Aquatic Center attendees of our sporting events.

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |91 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Ed Smith Stadium and Buck O’Neil Complex Description: Year-round Florida home of the , this major league facility features an 8,000-seat stadium, four additional onsite training fields with one practice half- field, five offsite training fields, a clubhouse and covered batting cages and pitching mounds. Often referred to as “Birdland South,” the combined complex, which includes the Buck O’Neil Baseball Complex at Twin Lakes Park, features all of the ballpark amenities to make any athlete feel like they’re in the big leagues. Sports: Baseball, Concerts

Nathan Benderson Park Sarasota Polo Grounds Description: Covering 130 acres, nine meticulously groomed and irrigated polo fields, two stick and ball fields and a regulation-sized arena make Sarasota Polo Club one of the largest clubs in the country. Ample fields in immaculate condition make it the ideal facility for all types of field sports. Ability to convert to 36 soccer or lacrosse fields. Additionally, an onsite clubhouse and pavilion provide convenient spectator viewing and event-administration areas. Sports: Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Soccer, Rugby, Touch and Flag Football, Ultimate, 5K Run/ Walk YMCA Selby Aquatics Center Description: This outdoor swimming and aquatics facility features a 50 meter competition pool and additional warm-up area. The newly renovated pool includes starting blocks and touchpads, three timing and start systems, two-button backup for all lanes, a scoreboard Ed Smith Stadium displaying all lanes and a loudspeaker system. The Aquatic Center also includes adequate onsite locker rooms and restrooms, a climate-controlled meet management area, and covered bleacher seating for up to 1,200 spectators or athletes. A recreational waterpark and leisure area is located adjacent to the competition area for spectators to enjoy. Sports: Swimming, Synchronized Swimming, and Diving Nathan Benderson Park Description: This world-class aquatics and rowing facility features a premier 2,000 meter regatta course, the only International Rowing Federation-approved course in North America. Upon final completion in 2015, the facility will include up to 10 race lanes, a coaching lane, a wave attenuation system also used as a TV lane, a multi-function boathouse and athlete training center, starting huts and finishing towers, a spectator-viewing area including a Sarasota BMX Track grandstand, and a 5K track around the venue. Sports: Rowing, Canoe and Kayak, Dragon Boat, Triathlons, 5-10K Runs, Cross Country, Wakeboard, Stand Up Paddleboard, Corporate Team Building, Veteran and Community Outreach Fox Lea Farm Description: Located in Venice, Fox Lea Farm is one of the few privately owned equestrian facilities in the state. While many of the events held at the facility are owned and managed by Fox Lea Farm, Inc., it is also available for rental to outside organizations. Hunter jumper, quarter horse, appaloosa and dressage shows have all been held at this facility. In addition to bleachers and viewing pavilions, an onsite café is available for every event. Sport: Equestrian Fox Lea Farm

2016-2017 92| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Sarasota BMX Track, Youth Athletic Complex and Babe Ruth Park Colleges and Description: Serving as the country’s oldest continuously running BMX track, Sarasota has Universities been a favorite spot for racers to return year after year. The facility will be getting a complete face lift in the near future to include an eight-meter ramp and dual purpose amateur and supercross track. In addition to the BMX track, these facilities include six youth baseball fields, New College of Florida four high school baseball fields, four tennis courts and two football fields. 5800 Bay Shore Road Sports: BMX, Strider, Baseball, Youth Football, Flag Football, Lacrosse, and Tennis Sarasota, FL 34243-2109 www.ncf.edu Award Winning Beaches Description: In addition to being Sarasota County’s top tourist attractions, Siesta Key, Lido University of South Key, Longboat Key and Venice beaches are home to some of the area’s most popular sports Florida facilities. Ten permanent beach volleyball courts are located at Siesta Key, with space for up 8350 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34243 to 30 additional courts. Lido Key, Longboat Key and Venice beaches are each ideal locations www.usf.edu for triathlons and various kinds of races. Sports: Beach Volleyball, Sand Soccer, Triathlons, Long-Distance Swimming, Stand Up Ringling School Paddleboard, Wind Surfing, Canoeing, Adventure Racing of Art & Design 2700 North Tamiami Trail Other Sports Facilities Sarasota, FL 34234-5895 www.ringling.edu • Twin Lakes Park (Baseball, Basketball, Tennis, Soccer, Horseshoes, Racquetball, Football) • 17th Street Park / Miss Sarasota Softball and Fruitville Park Complex (Softball, Soccer, Flag State College of Florida Football, Archery, Lacrosse, Field Hockey) 5840 26Th St W • (Tennis, Skateboarding, Running) Bradenton, FL 34207 • Englewood Sports Complex (Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Flag Football, www.scf.edu Rugby, Lacrosse, Field Hockey) Keiser College • Wellfield Park (Croquet, Baseball, Softball, Football, Disc Golf) 6151 Lake Osprey Drive • Sarasota Marina - Fishing, Sailing Sarasota, FL 34240 • Sarasota International Cricket Club - Cricket www.keiseruniversity.edu/sarasota.htm • Lawn Bowling Club - Three bowling greens • Myakka State Park - Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking Argosy University 5250 17th Street EVENTS HOSTED Sarasota, FL 34235 www.northwood.edu • World Rowing Championships & World Rowing Masters Regatta • Pan Am Masters Swimming Championships • International Breast Cancer Dragon Boat Festival “The Sarasota County • Sunshine State Games Sports Commission has • 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Rowing • NCAA Rowing & US Rowing National Championships been a true partner to • USA Ultimate Club Championships • AAU Baseball National Championship USRowing, ensuring • FHSAA Baseball Championship we have everything we • Florida Police & Fire Games • Suncoast Grand Prix Offshore Boat Race need both on and off • Baltimore Orioles Spring Training the water to make our • FLW & IFA Fishing Tournaments • Senior PGA Tour - TPC Prestancia events successful.” • AVPNext Beach Volleyball National Championships • ATP Sarasota Open Tournament —AJ Dominique III, www.sarasotasports.org USRowing

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |93 for High Schools & Colleges BASEBALL • SOFTBALL • LACROSSE Bring your team to Florida’s Space Coast to prepare for your season. Great fields, terrific hotels and 92 miles of beaches. Eat, Sleep, Practice and Play on Florida’s Space Coast

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own and soak up the sun! Florida’s Space Ruby Daniel Executive Director Coast will be a destination to remember. 37 N. Brevard Avenue Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 (321) 783-9283 Fax: (321) 783-9404 for High Schools & Colleges www.spacecoastsports.com Access & Location Location: Central east coast of Florida; less than one hour drive east of Orlando. BASEBALL • SOFTBALL • LACROSSE Transportation: International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Space Coast Regional Airport - Titusville. I-95 Bring your team to Florida’s Space Coast Population: 556,885 to prepare for your season. Great fields, Accommodations terrific hotels and 92 miles of beaches. Number of Hotel Rooms: 9,443 Eat, Sleep, Practice and Play Average Cost per Room: $90 on Florida’s Space Coast

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2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |95 Facilities & Sports Chain of Lakes Complex- Titusville Description: Located near Brevard Community College and the Indian River, this 92.14 acre regional park features wetlands and lakes with walking bridges connected to paved walking trails. Facilities include a bird watching tower, 8 lighted soccer fields and concession, 3 lights youth softball fields and concession, 4 lighted adult softball fields and concession, restrooms and parking. Includes a scenic cross-country course that brings in thousands of runners each year and is home to the high school state cross-country meet. Sports: Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Cross-Country, Flag Football

Surfing at Cocoa Beach Viera Regional Park Description: 125-Acre park including multipurpose fields, 2 lighted little league baseball fields, 2 lighted Major League baseball fields, 8 soccer fields - 2 lighted, 2 lighted softball fields. Sports: Soccer, Fishing, Windsurfing, Tennis, Biking Mitchell Ellington Park Description: Features include 2 lighted football fields with restroom, concession, meeting; softball fields with restroom and concession; baseball fields with restroom and concession; 6 soccer/multiuse fields; 2 lighted regulation soccer with restroom and concession; playground, benches, lighted tennis courts, pavilions, and a maintenance facility. Sports: Soccer, Football, Baseball, Softball, Tennis Space Coast Stadium / Training Complex Space Coast Ice Plex Description: Home to the Washington Nationals Baseball spring training; 5 full practice fields, 2 half-fields, seating capacity -100. 8 Sports: Baseball, Softball Kelly Park Description: Premier location on the Banana River for windsurfing with on-site supplier, ample parking; 5 standard, lighted soccer fields, concessions, and restrooms. Sports: Windsurfing and other non-motorized water sports, Soccer, Ultimate, Flag Football, Tennis Palm Bay Regional Park Description: 200-acre park including multipurpose field, 2 lighted and 7 unlighted soccer Space Coast Stadium fields; 2 lakes; 4 lighted softball fields, 2 lighted baseball fields, 3 full outdoor basketball courts, 2 volleyball courts. Sports: Soccer, Cricket, Fishing, Ultimate, Flag Football, Rugby, Softball, Baseball, Basketball, Volleyball Space Coast Ice Plex Description: 1 Olympic Ice Rink, 100 X 200, 4 hockey goals, electronic scoring and timing system, public address system, and seating capacity for 300. Sports: Ice Hockey, Figure Skating Skydive Sebastian Description: 3 hangers (4000 sq. ft.), 2 runways (4000 sq. ft.), treeless landing area, public address system, and spectator seating for 300. Eastern Florida State Titans Soccer Complex Sport: Skydiving

2016-2017 96| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Cocoa Beach Pier Description: 4 beach volleyball courts, 59’ X 29’ 6’’, seating capacity between 100-150 Colleges and Universities Sports: Beach Volleyball, Surfing

O ther Facilities Available Florida Institute of Indian River (Canoe, Kayak, Rowing, Windsurfing, Sailing, Skateboarding, BMX, Kite Boarding) Technology 150 W. University Blvd. Events Hosted Melbourne, FL 32901 • AAU Boys’ National Basketball Championships www.fit.edu • AAU Girls’ National Basketball Championships • AAU National Baseball Championships Eastern Florida • AAU National Surfing Championships State College 1519 Clearlake Road • AAU Beach Volleyball Cocoa, FL 32922 • XXVII AAU Junior Olympic Games • Tough Mudder Central Florida EFSC - Melbourne Campus 3865 N. Wickham Road • Florida Firefighter Games Melbourne, FL 32935 • Florida Law Enforcement Games • First Responder Games EFSC - Palm Bay Campus • International Law Enforcement Games 250 Community College Pkwy Palm Bay, FL 32909 • ISA Softball • U.S. Olympic Boardsailing Trails EFSC - Titusville Campus • Calema Mid-Winter Boardsailing Championships 1311 N. U.S. 1 • USSSA Softball, Baseball, and Basketball Titusville, FL 32796 www.easternflorida.edu • USA Boxing East Coast Olympic Trials • FLRunners.com Cross-Country Invitational University of Central • Chiropractic Games Florida - Brevard • NJCAA Women’s Soccer National Championship 1519 Clearlake Road • NJCAA Div 1 Men’s Golf National Championships Cocoa, FL 32922 • FHSAA Girls’/Boys’ State Championships http://regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/campus/ cocoa • Powerman North America Duathlon Nationals • Cocoa Beach Spring Training Baseball/Softball (College & High School) University of Central • FHSAA Girl’s and Boy’s State Soccer Finals Florida - Palm Bay • Aqua X P-1 Jet Ski Racing 250 Community College Pkwy • Dragon Boat Racing Palm Bay, FL 32909 http://regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/campus/ palm-bay

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Serving Pinellas County

As a United States Olympic Committee recognized training site for the Rio 2016 Summer Games, St. Pete/ Clearwater, Florida, is the training destination for Olympic athletes from around the globe. Located on Kevin B. Smith Director of Sports the Gulf of Mexico 30 minutes from Tampa International 8200 Bryan Dairy Rd., Suite 200 Largo, FL 33777 Airport. It is home to several Olympic caliber events (727) 464-7200 Fax: (727) 464-7222 [email protected] including the FIVB AVP St. Pete Grand Slam, BMX Gator www.SportsSPC.com

Nationals and three classes of Olympic sailing. ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Pinellas County, FL Transportation: St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport, Tampa International Airport, I-275 Population: 900,000

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Available Accommodations: 33,000 Average Cost Per Room: Winter: $119.96 Spring/Summer: $102.69 Fall: $90.48

Oldsmar BMX Supercross Track

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |99 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Description: Indoor Major League Baseball Stadium Home of the Tampa Bay Rays. Tropicana Field’s 1.1 million square feet include unique design features and fan amenities found nowhere else in the Major Leagues. The stadium has hosted football games since 2008 when the St. Petersburg Bowl began play. Since 2011, the East-West Shrine Game has been held at Tropicana Field. Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Gymnastics Eddie C. Moore Complex Tropicana Field Description: The facility has nine fields at three locations which are connected by the East-West Trail. There are five 300-foot fields, two 250-foot fields, and two 200-foot fields. The complex has soft toss areas for pre-game warm ups, and fields 8 & 9 are state-of-the-art broadcast ready training facilities with covered batting tunnels. Sports: Soccer, Softball, Youth Baseball Field Description: Historic MLB Spring Training site and former spring home of the Tampa Bay Rays, Yankees, , St. Louis Cardinals and Baltimore Orioles. The sport’s most illustrious figures have run the bases in — Babe Ruth, , , Joe DiMaggio, and more. The stadium hosted its last spring training game in 2008. Since 2011, it has served as the home pitch for the soccer club of the North American Soccer League. St. Pete Grand Slam Beach Volleyball Sports: Rugby, Soccer Florida Auto Exchange Stadium Description: Major League Baseball stadium Spring Home of the Blue Jays and the regular season home of the Florida State Leagues Sport: Baseball Bright House Field Description: Major League Baseball stadium Spring Home of the and the regular season home of the Florida State Leagues . The concourse completely wraps around the stadium and is open to the playing field. The extremely popular Frenchy’s Tiki Pavilion, a full service bar, is between the bullpens and left field foul pole. The Florida Auto Exchange Stadium facility also hosts many community events year round. Sport: Baseball Long Center Description: The Clearwater facility boasts an Olympic-size pool and heated training pool, a gym and fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, bikes and stair steppers. Outdoor facilities include football and soccer fields and biking paths. Sports: Swimming, Basketball, Volleyball Southwest Sports Complex Description: Southwest Sports Complex has a 300’ lighted softball field and one 200’ lighted baseball field. This facility is maintained and scheduled by the city of Largo Parks & Long Center Recreation department. The facility also offers a 50-meter heated outdoor Olympic pool. Sports: Swimming and Diving

2016-2017 100| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Oldsmar BMX Supercross Track Description: The Oldsmar BMX Supercross track is an Olympic caliber dual hill facility featuring Colleges and the a state of the art mylaps timing system. It is one of four Supercross Tracks in the United States, Universities with competition and training taking place throughout the year. The Oldsmar BMX Supercross Track is designated as an official ABA USA BMX Training Site in the State of Florida. Eckerd College Sports: BMX, BMX Supercross, BMX Training P.O. Box 12560 St. Petersburg, FL 33711 OTHER FACILLITIES AVAILABLE www.eckerd.com • 31ST Street Complex (Football, Soccer, Field Hockey, Lacrosse) St. Petersburg College • Belcher Soccer Complex (Soccer, Lacrosse) P.O. Box 13489 • Canal Park (Softball, Youth Baseball, BMX) St. Petersburg, FL 33733 • Carpenter Field Complex (Baseball) www.spjc.cc.fl.us • Clearwater Community Sailing Center (Sailing, Paddle Sports) • Countryside Sports Complex (Soccer, Lacrosse, Flag Football) USF at St. Petersburg • (Joe) DiMaggio Complex (Baseball, Soccer, Lacrosse) Campus 140 Seventh Ave South • Englebert Athletic Complex (Baseball) St. Petersburg, FL 33701 • Huggins Stengel Field (Baseball) www.stpt.usf.edu • McMullen Tennis Center (Tennis) • NorthShore Pool (Swimming, Water Polo) • Puryear Park (Soccer, Football, Tennis) • St. Petersburg Tennis Center (Tennis) • (Louis A.) Vanech Complex (Softball, Youth Baseball) “Starting the season • Whitesell Softball Complex (Softball, Youth Baseball) • Woodlawn Sports Complex (Softball, Youth Baseball) in St. Petersburg has • Antelope Club (Shooting Sports) become a tradition. It’s EVENTS HOSTED • 2005-2015 Grand Prix of St. Petersburg such a great atmosphere • 2009-2015 USF Softball Series and really exciting to • 2015 Florida Senior Games • 2015 FIVB St. Pete Grand Slam be in a place where • 2014-2015 Valspar Championship people welcome us. St. • 2003-2015 USA BMX Gator Nationals • 2014-2015 American Athletic Conference Baseball Championship Pete is definitely an • 2008-2015 St. Pete Bowl • 2008-2013 Beef O’Brady’s/St. Petersburg Bowl incredible place.” • 2008-2013 BIG EAST Baseball Championship • 2013 PGA Tampa Bay Championship —Helio Castroneves, • 2009-2012 BIG EAST/Big Ten Baseball Challenge IndyCar Superstar • 2008-2012 PGA Transitions Championship • 2012 Inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll St. Pete Half Marathon • 2008-2010 Foster Grant IronMan World Championship 70.3 • 2015 49er, 49er Fx, Nacra 17 Sailing North American Championship • 2016 49er, 49er Fx, Nacra 17 Sailing World Championship • 2014 RSX Windsurfing Jr. World Championship

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Serving Leon County

With partnerships that include three institutions VISIT of higher learning and an award winning parks and recreational system, the Tallahassee Sports Brian Hickey, CSEE, CDME Council hosts a broad spectrum of sporting Director of Sports 106 East Jefferson Street TALLAHASSEE events that include international, national, Tallahassee, FL 32301 FLORIDA’S SPORTS CAPITAL (850) 606-2313 regional and state competitions. [email protected] www.VisitTallahassee.com

Amanda Heidecker Asst. Director of Sports (850) 606-2317 [email protected] VisitTallahassee.com ACCESS & LOCATION Location: Leon County - North-Central Panhandle (Capital Region- including Gadsden, Liberty, Jefferson, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties) Transportation: Tallahassee International Airport, I-10 Population: 284,088 Leon County

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms: 6,000 Annual Average Cost Per Room: $85 Other Options: Corporate, short & long term housing options

Apalachee Regional Park

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TDC-1094_v2.indd 1 10/29/15 1:38 PM FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Apalachee Regional Park Description: 140-acre park including a permanent year round championship cross country course, four (4) lighted football fields and remote control airfield. The cross country course is 10 meters wide throughout and includes multiple terrains, rolling hills as well as fast, flat stretches. The course is designed to meet all levels of competition with a wide starting area and accommodate races ranging from 1K - 10K. The course has fiber optic lines for the ease of timing and TV production. Sports: Running, Hiking, Training, Cycling, Football Soccer, Lacrosse, Flag Football

Apalachee Regional Park Donald L. Tucker Center Description: Newly renovated, it includes an 18,000 square foot arena with 12,600 seating capacity and 119-foot ceiling. An additional 35,000 square foot exhibit hall with 22-foot ceiling offers versatile meeting space. Concrete/carpet surfaces with portable wood, grass/turf surfaces. Other amenities: multi-event lighting; basketball flooring; electronic scoreboards; locker/restrooms; PA system; air conditioned; ample parking; ticket booths; concessions; restaurant/bar; storage; gift shop, luxury skyboxes; meeting/banquet facilities. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Wrestling, Martial Arts Forest Meadows Tennis Complex Description: 19 lighted tennis courts, 14 clay and five hard surface. The facility also includes three indoor racquetball courts, a weight room, locker rooms with spa (whirlpool, sauna and steam room), a room, ballroom and meeting room. Donald L. Tucker Center Sports: Tennis, Racquetball, Pickleball FSU Seminole Rec-SportsPlex Description: 104-acre facility with 21 sports fields, including 12 multi-purpose fields with lights, for flag football and soccer. Additional activity spaces feature four full size, lighted soccer/rugby/lacrosse fields and five lighted softball diamonds. Other amenities include multiple team and officials rooms, storage and concession stands. Wi-Fi equipped. Sports: Softball, Baseball, Flag Football, Soccer, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Rugby, Kickball Lawson Center at Florida A&M University Description: 135,000 sqaure foot facility with four multi-use, indoor basketball and volleyball courts with hardwood floors. The facility includes seating capacity for 8,470 with concession FSU Seminole Rec SportsPlex areas, locker rooms, a media area and wireless internet. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Martial Arts Leach Center at Florida State University Description: 16-lane by 25-yard indoor swimming facility with two 1-meter and two 3-meter diving boards. Complete spa area equipped with two whirlpools, two steam rooms and a sauna located off the pool deck. Elevated 300-seat spectator area and a wet classroom located adjacent to the pool deck. Sports: Diving, Swimming, Water Polo, Synchronized Swimming Lifetime Sports Complex at Tallahassee Community College Description: Three indoor, multi-sport courts including one championship court with stadium Lawson Center seating. The facility includes a concession area. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Martial Arts, Gymnastics

2016-2017 104| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Meadows Soccer Complex Colleges and Description: Ten lighted soccer fields for youth and adult tournaments — six regulation fields Universities and four 7 vs.7 fields. One turf field, office, bathrooms, and concession space. Sport: Soccer Messer Sports Complex Florida Agricultural Description: 11 field baseball/softball complex including one ‘Miracle League Field.’ All fields and Mechanical are lighted and include shade shelters, restrooms, P/A, electronic scoreboards with temporary University 1500 Wahnish Way fences available. The rubberized surface field provides accessibility to people to all ages and Tallahassee, FL 32307 abilities for a variety of sports and activities. State-of-the art, 26,000 square foot skate park www.famu.edu includes a five foot deep pool with a roll down to nine feet. Sports: Baseball, Softball, Football, Flag Football, Skate Boarding Florida State University 600 W. College Avenue Morcom Aquatic Center Tallahassee, FL 32306 www.fsu.edu Description: 50-meter competition pool featuring 30 practice lanes, a mobile bulk head, maintains a temperature of 80 degrees. The diving well features four 1-meter and two Tallahassee Community 3-meter, 7.5 meter and 10 meter platforms. All platforms are 10 feet wide, College the widest in the nation. 444 Appleyard Drive Sports: Swimming, Diving, Synchronized Swimming, Water Polo Tallahassee, FL 32304 www.tcc.fl.edu Tallahassee Community College Baseball Complex Description: Natural grass field with symmetrical dimensions including 330’ down the lines, 375’ in the alleys and 395’ to center field. Elevated seating accommodates 1,000. The facility includes a concession area. Sport: Baseball Tom Brown Park Description: 255-acre multi-use park offering eight lighted baseball/softball fields, two soccer fields, four sand volleyball courts, 12 tennis courts, BMX track, off-road and paved bicycle trails and a 24-hole disc golf course. Sports: Soccer, Tennis, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Lacrosse, Disc Golf, Bmx, Running, Biking at Florida State University Description: Four indoor, multi-sport courts including one championship volleyball court. Seating capacity is 2,500. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Martial Arts, Gymnastics OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE • Maclay State Gardens (Canoe, Kayak, Rowing, Sailing, Triathlon) • Seminole Reservation (Canoe, Kayak, Rowing, Sailing, Triathlon) • Tallahassee Canopy Roads (Cycling: Road Racing) • Mike Long Track at Florida State University (Track & Field) • Trousdell Aquatic Center (Swimming - Outdoor, Water Polo, Synchronized Swimming) • Trousdell Gymnastics Center

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Serving Hillsborough County

The Tampa Bay Sports Commission works to unite all interests in the Bay Area under one full-service approach to provide leadership and guidance for the benefit of all parties involved in Rob Higgins Executive Director the bidding and hosting process. It is the goal of 401 East Jackson Street, Suite 2100 Tampa, FL 33602 the Tampa Bay Sports Commission to go beyond (813) 218-3813 Fax: (813) 218-3313 [email protected] traditional sports and entertainment marketing www.TampaBaySports.org with high quality events that are enjoyable and Twitter: @SportsTampaBay Jason Aughey memorable for audiences and participants. Senior Director [email protected]

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: West Coast of Florida Transportation: Tampa International Airport, St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport; Amtrak, Greyhound, I-75 and I-4 Population: Tampa Bay Region 4,439,363; Hillsborough County 1,316,298

ACCOMODATIONS: Number of Hotel Rooms: Hillsborough County 23,000

Raymond James Stadium

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |107 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Description: Home to the and , Amalie Arena is the jewel of . Transformed by Lightning owner Jeff Vinik with over $80 million in renovations, the arena features state-of-the-art technology and innovative design, which combine to make it one of the finest facilities in North America. In addition to NHL hockey, the arena hosts more than 150 events annually. The innovative design of the arena provides for over 19,000 seats for NHL games, over 20,000 seats for basketball games and concerts (or other center stage events). Amalie Arena most recently served as the host of the 2015 NCAA Women’s Final Four, 2012 NCAA Men’s Frozen Four and 2012 Republican National Amalie Arena Convention. Other events occasionally held at the arena include NCAA Tournaments/ Championships, professional wrestling and numerous concerts. Sports: Ice Hockey, Figure Skating, Boxing, Tennis, Wrestling, Martial Arts, Gymnastics, Basketball, Volleyball, , Concerts, Circus, Ice Shows Description: Host of Super Bowl XLIII, the annual , University of South Florida Football and a variety of major soccer matches, including the 2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup, Raymond James Stadium holds over 65,000 spectators, and can be expanded to seat up to 75,000. There are up to 712 wheelchair-accessible seats located in all areas, not just the end zone. A total of 195 suites on two floors at mid-level along both sidelines offer absolutely the most luxurious setting to watch events. The field measures 272’ x 400’ wall-to-wall of natural Otis Andrews Sports Complex grass. Sports: American Football, Soccer, Horse Jumping, Motor Sports, Concerts Description: Located along the downtown waterfront, this award winning 600,000-square- foot facility is a perfect venue for all types of sporting sports. The exhibit hall features 200,000 square feet with 30 foot ceilings and a loading dock for 22 tractor trailers. This facility also includes a 200,000-square-foot exhibit hall and Grand Ballroom that can seat from 4,000 in bleachers to 17,000 banquet style! With a 36,000-square-foot ballroom, 36 break out rooms, and 80,000 square feet of pre-function space, the Tampa Convention Center offers maximum flexibility. Sports: Volleyball, Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Wrestling, Multi-Sport, Basketball, Tampa Convention Center Conferences University of South Florida Sun Dome Description: The Sun Dome Arena serves as the home venue for the USF’s men’s and women’s basketball teams, as well as commencements, concerts, rodeos, wrestling, youth sports camps, gymnastics and cheerleading competitions. In June 2011, the Sun Dome received a $35.6M major renovation to the 250,000 square foot Arena facility including, but not limited to, the complete reconfiguration of the 10,000 seat bowl. In addition, the adjoining Corral Gymnasium, has a capacity of 10,000 seats and 6,700 square feet with the bleachers extended and 11,500 square feet with the bleachers retracted. Sports: Basketball, Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Dance, Boxing,

USF Sun Dome

2016-2017 108| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Florida State Fairgrounds Colleges and Description: The features 88,000 square feet of exhibit space and usable floor Universities under a 45-foot ceiling. This area can be extended to 140,000 square feet by using the adjacent Entertainment Hall, which boasts a 36-foot ceiling. The Charles M. Davis Special Events Center houses 40,000 square feet of usable space as well. The renovated Bob Thomas University of South Equestrian Center with a 3,000 seat indoor arena, three show rings, Grand Prix ring and Florida 9,000 square foot Pavilion makes for the perfect equestrian venue. The Fairgrounds have 4202 East Fowler Avenue over 16,000 lighted parking spaces and over 200 camping spaces with full hook-ups. Tampa, FL 33620 Sports: Cheerleading, Dance, Martial Arts, Basketball, Volleyball, Equestrian, Fencing, www.usf.edu Wrestling; Multi-sport Facility Brandon Ice Sports Forum 401 West Kennedy Boulevard Tampa, FL 33606 Description: The Brandon Ice Sports Forum features two NHL regulation ice rinks, which www.ut.edu are utilized by USA Hockey, Weekend Hockey, Shootout Hockey and the International Skating Federation to host various events throughout the year. The Brandon Ice Forum serves as the Hillsborough official training facility for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Community College Sports: Ice Hockey, Figure Skating 401 Tampa Bay Boulevard Tampa, FL 33614 Otis M. Andrews Sports Complex www.hccfl.edu Description: The Otis M. Andrews Sports Complex features six full sized (fully lit) fields on one property along with concession stands, restrooms and bleachers. In addition, coming Saint Leo University 33701 State Road 52 online in January of 2016, the Ellis-Methvin Sports Complex will feature eight additional full Mail Code 2038 sized and fully lit fields located just across the street from one another. Post Office Box 6665 St. Leo, FL 33574-6665 Sports: Football, Soccer, Lacrosse www.st.leo.edu Ed Radice Sports Complex Description: The Ed Radice Sports Complex is one of the premier multi-sport facilities Eckerd College 4200 54th Avenue South located in Hillsborough County. Within its 138 acres, the Ed Radice Complex houses five Post Office Box 30030 baseball, five softball and nine soccer fields. Ed Radice has hosted several major soccer, St. Petersburg, FL 33630-3030 baseball and softball national tournaments and multiple Florida High School Athletic www.eckerd.edu Association (FHSAA) State Championships. Sports: Baseball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Softball OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE • Steinbrenner Field ( training facility with two Major League practice fields, 10,000 seat stadium and twelve luxury suites: Baseball) • University of Tampa Bob Martinez Center (Basketball, Boxing, Cheerleading, Fencing, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Volleyball, Weightlifting) • Naimoli Family Athletic and Intramural Complex (Lacrosse, Football) • Straz Center for the Performing Arts (Dance, Cheer, Performance, Special Events) • Mid-Florida Amphitheatre (Cheerleading, Special Events, Concerts) • Randy Larson Softball Complex (Home of the International Softball Federation) • Greco Softball Complex (Softball) • Mike Sansone Park (Baseball, Softball, Skate Boarding) • Shimberg Park (Soccer, Lacrosse, Football, Baseball, Softball) • Alafia River State Park (Cycling, Mountain Bike Racing)

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Historic Dodgertown

Sailfish Splash Waterpark

Tradition Field

PGA Golf Club

Beautiful Settings OUR WINNING WAYS!

Our weather’s always great. So when you are looking for a destination for From Major League Baseball Spring Training to golf, aquatics, sailing, your next sporting event, we hope you’ll get in touch with us! We’re the lacrosse and much more - the TCSC is here to support your team. Treasure Coast Sports Commission (TCSC), a non-for-profit organization Come experience our winning ways. Go to TreasureCoastSports.org focusing on sports tourism for Indian River County, St. Lucie County for a closer look. and Martin County. Our mission is to provide the best experience for participants, coaches and families while competing at many of our world class venues and sports facilities. For More Information Call 772-871-5458

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TREASURE LIFE, TREASURE SPORTS, TREASURE COAST!

Member of the National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) and the Florida Sports Foundation • ©2015 Treasure Coast Sports Commission | All Rights Reserved 2016-2017 110| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Treasure Coast Sports Commission

Serving Indian River, Martin and St. Lucie Counties

The Treasure Coast Sports Commission is the region’s ambassador to regional, national and international events. It strives to strengthen the quality of life and economic well being for the Treasure Rick Hatcher Executive Director Coast region through recruiting, retaining and 527 NW Peacock Blvd Port St Lucie, FL 34986 supporting sports-related events and activities that (772) 871-5458 Fax: (772) 871-5426 [email protected] will enhance the region’s economy and exposure. www.treasurecoastsports.org

ACCESS & LOCATION Location: East Coast of Florida (Treasure Coast, includes Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie Counties.) Transportation: Airports in Vero Beach, Ft. Pierce, West Palm Beach, Orlando and Ft. Lauderdale Population: 450,000

ACCOMMODATIONS Number of Hotel Rooms/ Accommodations: 8,500 Average Cost Per Room: $94

Tradition Field

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |111 FCA ILITIES & SPORTS Tradition Field Description: Main Stadium with seating of 7,800, and 5 game/practice fields, concessions. Spring Training home of the New York Mets and hub for all Mets Minor League operations. It serves as the summer home of the Class A Florida State League St. Lucie Mets. When not in use by the Mets, the Sports Complex is used for a variety of events ranging from festivals, concerts, baseball tournaments, RV shows and religious services. Sport: Baseball Tradition Field Description: Main stadium with seating of 6500, and 4 practice fields, 1 multi-purpose field (football/soccer/lacrosse) concessions. Dodgertown is the ideal sports destination to enable teams to grow together and better prepare for upcoming seasons. Everything needed is here at this 80-acre sports and conference center. Sports: Baseball, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer US Sailing Center Description: The US Sailing Center is one of only two Community Sailing Centers in the US sanctioned by the US Sailing Association. The Sailing Center provides competitive and creative educational sailing experiences for children and adults. Sports: Sailing, Board Sailing, Paddle Boarding and Kayaking Sailfish Splash Waterpark and Aquatics Athletics Center Historic Dodgertown Description: Sailfish Splash Waterpark at Martin County fulfills the recreation, fitness, and competitive swimming and diving dreams of the community. The state-of-the-art complex features a 50-meter by 25-yard, 7-foot-deep, FINA compliant, temperature-controlled swimming and diving pool that supports USA Swimming sanctioned short-course and long course swim meets, FHSAA swim and diving meets, and water polo competitions. It also has a 25-yard temperature controlled teaching and warm-up pool with depths ranging from 3-feet to 6-feet, computerized scoring and timing system to support 10 lane events, diving and team scores, video and instant replay and permanent bleacher seating for 800. Sports: Swimming, Synchronize Swimming, Diving, Water Polo PGA Golf Club – PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance - PGA Education Center - PGA Museum of Golf Sailfish Splash Waterpark Description: 3 Award Winning Championship PGA Golf Club Courses designed by Tom Fazio and Pete Dye; PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance features 35 acres of world - class practice & teaching facilities; PGA Education Center features 6,000 sq. ft of meeting space; PGA Museum of Golf is one of the world’s top golf exhibits, tracing the history of the game via a showcase of rare golf artifacts including: the four major Championship trophies of golf and the PGA Golf Professional Hall of Fame. Sport: Golf Havert L. Fenn Center Description: A 60,000 square-foot Multi Purpose Indoor Facility that serves St. Lucie County as a Civic/Recreation Center. With over 32,000 square-feet of space, it offers a variety of meeting rooms and an indoor basketball court that features three full size courts which can PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance also be used for shows and exhibits. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Dance, Karate

2016-2017 112| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Port St. Lucie Civic Center Colleges and Description: The state-of-the art Port St. Lucie Civic Center is a 100,000 square-foot, multi- Universities purpose complex that is distinctive in its design and diverse enough to meet the needs of participating at the venue. Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Dance, Karate, Gymnastics Indian River State Intergenerational Recreation Center College 3209 Avenue Description: A 37,000 square-foot Multi Purpose Indoor Facility that serves Indian River Fort Pierce, FL 34981 County as a Civic/Recreation Center. www.irsc.edu Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Dance, Karate

OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE “The TCSC is truly a • North County Regional Sports Complex (Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Flag Football, Lacrosse) • North County Aquatics Center (Swimming, Diving) partner with the USSCMC • Indian River County Public Shooting Range helping us to promote • Hobart Soccer Complex (Soccer, Lacrosse, Archery, Flag Football) • Dick Bird/South County Regional County Park (Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Flag sailing while bringing Football) wonderful events to our • BG Polo & Equestrian (Polo, Ultimate, Soccer, Flag Football) • Sandridge Golf Club (Golf) community. These are • Indian River County Fairgrounds (Basketball, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Rodeo, Dog Agility) events that generate much • Lakewood Regional Park (Baseball, Soccer, Softball, Lacrosse, Flag Football) needed revenue for our • Lawnwood Sports Complex (Baseball, Football, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field) • Sandhill Crane Park (Softball, Baseball, Racquetball) non-profit all the while • St. Lucie County Fairgrounds (Equestrian, Rodeo, Dog Agility) generating customers for our • SuperPlay Bowling Center (Bowling) • Halpatiokee Regional Park (Lacrosse, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Roller Hockey, Tennis, local restaurants, hotels and Rugby, Cross Country, Baseball) retails stores. Thanks to • Pineapple Park (Softball, Baseball, Soccer, Lacrosse) • Langford Park (Baseball, Softball) the TCSC the USSCMC • Martin County Fairgrounds (Rodeo, Dog Agility, Cheerleading Gymnastics) can keep our registration • Timer Powers Park (Rodeo, Dog Agility, Cross-Country) fees low which help increase EVENTS HOSTED • AAU Karate Regional Championships the number of participants • Babe Ruth World Series Softball 12U & 16U at our regattas and sailing • FCSAA Softball State Championship • FHSAA Pinch-A-Penny Swimming & Diving Championships events. Thank you TCSC • FHSAA State Baseball, Softball and Golf Tournaments for your partnership.” • Florida State League 2015 All-Star Game • Historic Dodgertown College & High School Spring Training ­— Alan Jenkinson, • NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Golf Championships • NJCAA National Swimming and Diving Championships Executive Director, • Prospect Wire World Series US SAILING Center • Shooting Industry Masters Martin County • USA Junior Olympic Sailing Festival www.treasurecoastsports.org

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |113 Look for the following future events to be held in Florida NCAA Football Kickoff Classic Mississippi vs. Florida State, Citrus Bowl • Orlando, September 5, 2016

Navy-Notre Dame Football Classic Everbank Field, Jacksonville • November 5, 2016

NCAA Division II Cross Country Championship The Abbey Course, Saint Leo • November 19, 2016

National Hockey Festival Palm Beach County • November 24-27, 2016

NCAA Women’s Soccer College Cup Orlando City SC Stadium • Orlando, December 2-4, 2016

2017 College Football National Championship Raymond James Stadium • Tampa, January 9, 2017

World Miami 2017 • May 26-June 4, 2017

Major League Baseball All-Star Game/All-Star Week Marlins Park • Miami, July 7-11, 2017

2017 World Rowing Championships N aTHAN Benderson Park, Sarasota • September 23-October 1, 2017

NCAA Women’s Soccer College Cup Orlando City SC Stadium • December 1-3, 2017

2016-2017 114| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide The State of Florida employs over 431,000 residents through sports-related jobs. Florida SportS D irectory

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FLORIDA Sports Commission Directory

Bradenton Area Sports Commission Columbia County Sports Commission Sean Walter, Director of Sports Kelly Lowrey, Sports Marketing Director Bradenton Area Cvb 971 W Duval St., Suite 145 • Lake City, FL 32055 One Haben Blvd • Palmetto, FL 34221 Ph: (386) 719-1453 • (386) 361-0323 (Fax) Ph: (941) 729-9177 Ext. 239 www.ColumbiacountyFLa.com www.brandentonareasportscommission.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Broward County Sports Development Tara Hamburger, Sales & Sports Marketing Mgr. GFLcvb - Sports Development 126 East Orange Avenue • Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Carol Hudson, Director Sports Development Ph: (386) 255-0415, Extension 138 (Ph:) Saskia Fisher, Sales Manager, Sports www.Daytonabeach.com 101 NE 3rd Avenue, Suite 100 • Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 [email protected] Ph: (954) 767-2470 • Fax: (954) 765-4467 www.Sunny.org/Sports Emerald Coast Sports Commission [email protected] Ed Schroeder, Director, Emerald Coast CVB [email protected] 1540 Miracle Strip Parkway SE Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 Central FLorida Sports Commission Ph: (850) 651-7131 Brent Nelson, Senior Vice President www.emeraldcoasting.com Jennifer Lastik, Vice President, Events [email protected] 400 West Church Street, Ste. 205 • Orlando, FL 32801 Ph: (407) 648-4900 • Fax: (407) 649-2072 Gainesville Sports Commission www.CentralFLoridasports.org Joleen Cacciatore, Executive Director [email protected] 300 East University Avenue, Suite 100 [email protected] Gainesville, FL 32601 Ph: (352) 338-9300 • Fax: (352) 338-0600 Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention www.Gainesvillesportscommission.com Sean Doherty, Sales & Sports Marketing Mgr. [email protected] 18500 Murdock Circle, Suite B104 Port Charlotte, FL 33948 Jacksonville Sports Council Ph: (941) 743-1900 • Fax: (941) 764-4932 Alan Verlander, Executive Director [email protected] Tom Norton, VP of Events And Operations One Gator Bowl Boulevard • Jacksonville, FL 32202 Citrus County Sports Development Ph: (904) 798-5985 Adam Thomas, Director www.Jacksonvillesportscouncil.com Chris Cole, Sports Events Coordinator [email protected] 915 N. Suncoast Blvd • Crystal River, FL 34429 [email protected] Ph: (352) 794-5506 • Fax: (352) 794-5507 City of Jacksonville Sports & Entertainment www.citruscountyparks.com Joel Lamp, Mgr. of Business Dev. And Communications [email protected] 117 West Duval Street, Suite 280 • Jacksonville, FL 32202 Ph: (904) 630-3690 • Fax: (904) 630-4744 www.Coj.Net [email protected]

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |115 Kissimmee Sports Commission John Poole, Director, Sports Marketing & Dev Debby Guertin, Director, Event Services 215 Celebration Place, #200 • Celebration, FL 34747 Ph: (407) 742-8238 www.Kissimmeesports.com [email protected] [email protected] Lee County Sports Development Jeff Mielke, Executive Director 2201 Second Street, Suite 501 • Ft. Myers, FL 33901 Ph: (239) 533-5273 • Fax: (239) 485-3111 www.Leecountysports.org [email protected] Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches Miami-Dade Sports Commission Matt Dunn, Vice President of Tourism Jose Sotolongo, Executive Director 20 Airport Road, Suite B • Palm Coast, FL 32164 Mathew Ratner, Associate Executive Director Ph: (386) 437-0106 Ext-17 • Fax: (386) 437-5700 701 Brickell Ave, Suite 2700 • Miami, FL 33131 (386) 206-0957 (Matt’s Direct) Ph: (305) 818-7188 • Fax: (305) 819-2545 visitflagler.com www.Miamisports.org [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Panama City Beach Cvb Richard Sanders, VP Sports/Special Events Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Cvb Chris O’Brien, Director Sports & Special Events Parker Medley, Collier County Sports Coordinator 17001 Panama City Beach Parkway 2660 North Horseshoe Drive, N. Suite 105 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 Naples, FL 34104 Ph: (850) 233-5070 • Fax: (850) 233-5072 Ph: (239) 252-6293 • Fax: (239) 252-2404 www.Playpanamacitybeach.com Athletesinparadise.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Ocala/Marion County Sports Commission Pasco County Sports Commission Ocala/Marion County Visitors & Convention Bureau Pasco County Office of Tourism Corry Locke, Sports Marketing Specialist Ed Caum, Tourism Manager Loretta Shaffer, Executive Director 8731 Citizens Drive, Suite 340 • New Port Richey, FL 34654 112 North Magnolia Ave. • Ocala, FL 34475 Ph: (727) 847-8129 Ext. 840 • Fax: (727) 847-8168 Ph: (352) 438-2839 www.Visitpasco.Net http://sports.ocalamarion.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Pensacola Sports Association Palm Beach County Sports Commission Ray Palmer, Executive Director George Linley, Executive Director Sally Garst, Special Events Kris Pursell, Director of Event Operations 101 W. Main Street • Pensacola, FL 32502 1555 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, #930 Ph: (850) 434-2800 • Fax: (850) 432-4237 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 www.Pensacolasports.com Ph: (561) 233-3180 • Fax: (561) 233-3125 [email protected] 561-233-3123 (Direct) [email protected] www.Palmbeachsports.com [email protected] [email protected]

2016-2017 116| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Polk County Sports Marketing Polk County Bocc Mark Jackson, Director of Tourism & Sports Marc Zimmerman, Sales & Events Manager 2701 Lake Myrtle Rd. • Auburndale, FL 33823 Ph: (863) 551-4750 • Fax: (863) 551-4740 www.centralfloridasports.com [email protected] [email protected] Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners Julie Morgan, Executive Director Nicole Dees, Tourist Information Specialist 8543 Navarre Parkway • Navarre, FL 32566 Ph: (850) 712-8788 www.santarosa.fl.gov St. Pete/Clearwater Sports Commission [email protected] Kevin Smith, Director of Sports [email protected] 8200 Bryan Dairy Road, Suite 200 • Largo, FL 33777 Ph: (727) 464-7257 • Fax: (727) 533-2182 Sarasota County Sports Commission www.sportsspc.com A Division of Visit Sarasota County [email protected] Rob Wells, Director of Sports 1777 Main Street, Suite 302 • Sarasota, FL 34236 Tallahassee Sports Council Ph: (941) 955-0991 Ext. 105 • Fax: (941) 951-1929 Visit Tallahassee www.sarasotasports.org Brian Hickey, Director [email protected] Amanda Heidecker, Assistant Director 106 East Jefferson Street • Tallahassee, FL 32301 Space Coast Sports Promotions (850) 606-2313 (Direct) Rusty Buchanan, President www.visittallahassee.com Ruby Daniel, Executive Director [email protected] 37 N. Brevard Avenue • Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 Ph: (321) 783-9283 • Fax: (321) 783-9404 Tampa Bay Sports Commission www.spacecoastsports.com Rob Higgins, Executive Director [email protected] Jason Aughey, Senior Director [email protected] 401 E. Jackson Street, Suite 2100 • Tampa, FL 33602 Ph: (813) 342-4076 • Fax: (813) 218-3375 www.tampabaysports.org [email protected] [email protected] Treasure Coast Sports Commission Rick Hatcher, Executive Director Tradition Field 527 NW Peacock Blvd • Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 www.treasurecoastsports.org [email protected] Visit Orlando Sports Larry Henrichs, Coo/Cfo 6277 Sea Harbor Drive, Suite 400 • Orlando, FL 32821 Ph: (407) 363-5829 www.visitorlando.com [email protected]

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |117 FLORIDA convention and Visitors Bureaus & Tourist development councils

Amelia Island Tourist Development Council Daytona Beach Area 102 Centre Street • Amelia Island, FL 32034 Convention & Visitors Bureau Ph: (904) 277-0717 • Fax: (904) 432-8414 126 East Orange Avenue • Daytona Beach, FL 32114 www.ameliaisland.com Ph: 386-255-0415 • (800) 544-0415 • Fax: (386) 255-5478 www.daytonabeach.com Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 1000 • Bradenton, FL 34206 Emerald Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. Ph: (941) 729-9177 x 231 • (800) 822-2017 1540 Miracle Strip Parkway SE • Ft Walton Beach, FL 32548 Fax: (941) 729-1820 Ph: (850) 651-7131 • (800) 322-3319 • Fax: (850) 651-7149 www.bradentongulfislands.com www.emeraldcoastfl.com

Bradford County Tourist Development Council Flagler County Tourist Development Council 100 E. Call Street • Starke, FL 32091 20 Airport Road, Suite C • Palm Coast, FL 32164 Ph: (904) 964-5278 • Fax: (904) 964-2863 Ph: (386) 437-0106 • (866) 736-9291 • Fax: (386) 437-5700 www.northfloridachamber.com www.visitflagler.com

Central Florida’s Polk County Visitors & Convention Gainesville Visitors & Convention Bureau Bureau Visit Central Florida & Alachua County Visitor Center 2701 Lake Myrtle Park Rd. • Auburndale, FL 33823 30 East University Avenue • Gainesville, FL 32601 Ph: (863) 551-4750 • (800) 828-7655 • Fax: (863) 551-4740 Ph: (325) 374-5260 • (866) 778-5002 • Fax: (352) 338-3213 www.visitcentralflorida.org www.visitgainesville.com

Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau Greater Ft. Lauderdale Convention 18500 Murdock Circle, B104 • Port Charlotte, FL 33948 & Visitors Bureau Ph: (941) 743-1900 • (800) 652-6090 • Fax: (941) 764-4932 101 NE 3rd Avenue Ste 200 • Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 www.charlotteharbortravel.com Ph: (954) 765-4466 • (800) 227-8669 • Fax: (954) 765-4467 www.sunny.org Citrus County Visitors and Convention Bureau 915 N. Suncoast Blvd • Crystal River, FL 34429 Gulf County Tourist Development Council Ph: (352) 628-9305 • (800) 587-6667 • Fax: (352) 628-0703 150 Fred’s Place • Port St. Joe, FL 32456 www.visitcitrus.com • www.citruscountyfl.org Ph: (850) 229-7800 • (800) 482-4253 • Fax: (850) 229-2458 www.visitgulf.com Clay County Tourist Development Council P.O. Box 1366 • 477 Houston Street Hamilton County Tourist Development Council Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 1153 NW Hwy 41, Suite 9 • Jasper, FL 32052 Ph: (904) 269-6376 • Fax: (904) 278-4731 Ph: (386) 792-6829 • Fax: (386) 792-6808 www.tourism.claycountygov.com www.hamiltoncountyflorida.com

Cocoa Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Hendry County Tourism Development Council 8501 Astronaut Blvd., Suite 4 • Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 P.O. Box 2340 • LaBelle, FL 33975 Ph: (321) 784-6444 • Fax: (321) 784-6461 Ph: (863) 675-5304 • Fax: (863) 674-4194 www.visitcocoabeach.com www.visithendrycounty.com

Columbia County Tourist Development Council Hernando County Bureau 263 NW Lake City Ave. • Lake City, Florida 32055 31085 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34602 Ph: (386) 758-1312 Ph: (800) 601-4580 • Fax: (352) 754-4406 www.springsrus.com www.naturallyhernando.org

2016-2017 118| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Highlands County Tourist Martin County Convention Development Council and Visitors Bureau 501 S. Commerce Ave., Suite 3 • Sebring, FL 33870 2401 SE Monterey Road • Stuart, FL 34996 Ph: (863) 402-6909 • Fax: (863) 402-6021 Ph: (772) 288-5451 • (877) 585-0085 www.visithighlandscounty.com www.discovermartin.com

Indian River County Tourist Melbourne Regional Chamber Development Council of East Central Florida 1216 21st Street • Vero Beach, FL 32960 1005 East Strawbridge Avenue • Melbourne, FL 32901 Ph: (772) 567-3491 • Fax: (772) 778-3181 Ph: (321) 724-5400 • Fax: (321) 725-2093 www.indianriverchamber.com www.melbourneregionalchamber.com

Jackson County Tourist Development Council Mexico Beach Community 4318 Lafayette Street • Marianna, FL 32446 Development Council Ph: (850) 482-8061 • Fax: (850) 482-8002 102 Canal Parkway • Mexico Beach, FL 32456 www.visitjacksoncountyfla.com Ph: (888) 723-2546 • Fax: (850) 648-9403 www.mexicobeach.com V isit Jacksonville 208 N. , Suite 102 • Jacksonville, FL 32202 Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Ph: (800) 733-2668 • Fax: (904) 798-9104 701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 2700 • Miami, FL 33131 www.visitjacksonville.com Ph: (800) 933-8448 or (305) 539-3000 • Fax: (305) 539-2985 www.miamiandbeaches.com Kissimmee Convention & Visitors Bureau-Experience Kissimmee Monroe County Tourist Development Council 215 Celebration Place, Suite 200 • Kissimmee, FL 34747 1201 White Street, Suite 102 • Key West, FL 33040 Ph: (800) 333-5477 Ph: (305) 296-1552 • (800) 352-5397 • Fax: (305) 296-0788 www.experiencekissimmee.com www.fla-keys.com

Lake County Convention & Visitors Bureau Naples, Marco Island, Everglades 315 W. Main St., Suite 233 • P.O. Box 7800 • Tavares, FL 32778 Convention and Visitors Bureau Ph: (352) 742-3918 • Fax: (352) 742-3906 2660 N. Horseshoe Drive • Naples, FL 34104 www.lakecountyfl.gov/visitors Ph: (800) 688-3600 • or (239) 252-2384 • Fax: (239) 252-2404 www.paradisecoast.com Lee County Visitors & Convention Bureau 2201 Second Street, Suite 600 • Ft. Myers, FL 33901 New Smyrna Beach Visitors Bureau Ph: (800) 237-6444 • (239) 338-3500 • Fax: (239) 334-1106 2238 SR 44 • New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 www.leevcb.com Ph: (800) 541-9621 • Fax: (386) 428-9922 www.nsbfla.com Leon County Tourism Development Department with VISIT Tallahassee Ocala/Marion County Visitors 106 East Jefferson Street • Tallahassee, FL 32301 and Convention Bureau Ph: (800) 628-2866 • (850) 606-2300 • Fax: (850) 606-2304 112 N. Magnolia Avenue • Ocala, FL 34475 www.visittallahassee.com Ph: (352) 438-2800 • Fax: (352) 291-9170 www.ocalamarion.com Levy County Visitors & Convention Bureau 620 N.Hathaway Ave. • PO Box 1324 Okeechobee County Tourist Bronson, Florida 32621 Development Council Ph: (352) 486-3396 • (877) 387-5673 • Fax: (352) 486-5471 2800 N.W. 20th Trail • Okeechobee, FL 34972 www.visitnaturecoast.com Ph: (863) 763-3959 • Fax: (863) 467-3838 www.okeechobee-tdc.com Madison County Tourist Development Commission V isit Orlando 316 SW Pinckney Street • Madison, FL 32340 8723 International Drive, Suite 101 • Orlando, FL 32819 Ph: (850) 973-2788 • (877) 272-3642 • Fax: (850) 973-8864 Ph: (407) 363-5872 or (800) 972-3304 • Fax: (407) 370-5000 www.madisonfla.com www.visitorlando.com

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |119 Palm Beach County Seminole County Convention & Visitors Bureau Convention & Visitors Bureau 1515 International Parkway, Ste 1013 • Lake Mary, FL 32746 1555 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., Suite 800 Ph: (407) 665-2900 or (800) 800-7832 • Fax: (407) 665-2920 Palm Beach County, FL 33401 www.visitseminole.com Ph: (561) 233-3000 • Fax: (561) 233-3009 www.palmbeachfl.com Florida’s Space Coast Office of Tourism 430 Brevard Avenue, Suite 150 • Cocoa, FL 32922 Panama City Beach Convention Ph: (877) 572-3224 or (321) 433-4470 • Fax: (321) 433-4476 & Visitors Bureau, Inc. www.visitspacecoast.com 17001 Panama City Beach Pkwy Panama City Beach, FL 32413 Suwannee County Tourist Development Council Ph: (850) 233-6503 • Fax: (850) 233-5072 212 N. Avenue • Live Oak, FL 32064 www.visitpanamacitybeach.com Ph: (386) 362-3071 • Fax: (386) 362-4758 www.suwanneechamber.com Pasco County Office of Tourism 8731 Citizens Drive Ste 135 • New Port Richey, FL 34654 Tampa Bay & Company Ph: (727) 847-8129 or (800) 842-1873 • Fax: (727) 847-8168 401 East Jackson Street, Suite 2100 • Tampa, FL 33602 www.visitpasco.net Ph: (813) 223-1111 • (800) 448-2672 • Fax: (813) 229-6616 www.visittampabay.com Pensacola Bay Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Taylor County Tourist Development Commission 1401 East Gregory Street • Pensacola, FL 32502 428 N. Jefferson Street • Perry, FL 32347 Ph: (850) 434-1234 or (800) 874-1234 • Fax: (850) 432-8211 Ph: (850) 584-5366 • Fax: (850) 584-8732 www.visitpensacola.com www.taylorflorida.com

Putnam County Chamber of Commerce Wakulla County Tourist Development Council 1100 Reid Street • Palatka, FL 32177 1505 Coastal Hwy • Panacea, FL 32346 Ph: (386) 328-1503 • Fax: (386) 328-7076 Ph: (850) 984-3966 www.putnamcountychamber.org www.visitwakulla.com

St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Walton County Chamber of Commerce Visitors & Convention Bureau 25777 US Hwy 331 South • Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 29 Old Mission Avenue • St. Augustine, FL 32084 Ph: (800) 822-6877 • Fax: (850) 267-3943 Ph: (904) 829-1711 or (800) 653-2489 • Fax: (904) 829-6149 www.visitsouthwalton.com www.floridahistoriccoast.com Washington County Tourist St. Lucie County Tourist Development Council Development Council 2000 Virginia Avenue • Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 672 5th Street • P.O. Box 450 Ph: (800) 344-8443 • Fax: (772) 462-2132 Chipley, FL 32428 • Ph: (850) 638-6013 • Fax: (850) 638-8770 www.visitstluciefla.com www.visitwashingtoncountyfl.com

St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 8200 Bryan Dairy Road Ste 200 • Largo, FL 33777 Ph: (877) 352-3224 or (727) 464-7200 • Fax: (727) 464-7222 www.visitpeteclearwater.com

Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Council 8543 Navarre Parkway • Navarre, FL 32566 Ph: (800) 480-7263 • 850 981-8990 • Fax: (850) 939-0085 www.floridasplayground.com

Sarasota Convention & Visitors Bureau 1777 Main Street Ste 302 • Sarasota, FL 34236 Ph: (800) 800-3906 • 941-981-8990 • Fax: (941) 951-2956 www.visitsarasota.org

2016-2017 120| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide FLORIDA’S PROFESSIONAL SPORTS

National Football League

345 Park Avenue • New York, NY 10154 2340 S. River Road, Suite #310 • Des Plaines, IL 60018 Ph: (212) 450-2000 • www.nfl.com Ph: 312-465-2200 • www.arenafootball.com Commissioner: Roger Goodell Commissioner: Scott C. Butera

Jacksonville Jaguars Jacksonville Sharks 1 EverBank Field Drive • Jacksonville, FL 32202 1000 W Bay Street • Jacksonville, FL 32204 Ph: (904) 633-2000 • Fax: (904) 633-6338 Ph: (904) 621-0700 • Fax: (866) 611-2116 www.jaguars.com www.jaxsharks.com Owner: Shahid Khan Orlando Predators Miami Dolphins 8680 Commodity Circle • Orlando, FL 32819 347 Don Shula Drive • Miami Gardens, FL 33056 Ph: (407) 407-355-2200 • Fax: (407) 839-4877 Ph: (305) 943-8000 • Fax: (305) 943-8151 www.orlandopredators.com www.miamidolphins.com Owner: Stephen Ross Tampa Bay Storm 600 N. Ashley Drive • Tampa, FL 33602 Ph: (813) 301-6500 • Fax: (813) 301-1496 One Buccaneer Place • Tampa, FL 33607 www.tampabaystorm.com Ph: (813) 870-2700 • Fax: (813) 878-0813 www.buccaneers.com Owner: Glazer Family

Major League Soccer

420 Fifth Ave., Seventh Floor • New York, NY 10018 Ph: (212) 450-1200 • Fax: (212) 450-1300 • www.mlssoccer.com Commissioner:

Orlando City Soccer Club 618 E. South Street, Suite 510 • Orlando, FL 32801 Ph: (855)675-2489 • Fax: (407) 480-4729 www.orlandocitysc.com

Courtesy Tampa Bay Buccaneers

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |121 National Basketball Association East Coast Hockey League

645 Fifth Avenue • New York, NY 10022 116 Village Blvd, Suite 230 • Princeton, NJ 08540 Ph: (212) 407-8000 • Fax: (212) 826-0579 • www.nba.com Ph: (609) 452-0770 • Fax: (609) 452-7147 • www..com Commissioner: Adam Silver Commissioner: Brian McKenna Miami Heat Florida Everblades 601 Biscayne Blvd. • Miami, FL 33132 11000 Everblades Parkway • Estero, FL 33928 Ph: (786) 777-1000 • Fax: (786) 777-1600 Ph: (239) 948-7825 • Fax: (239) 948-2248 www.heat.com • Owner: Micky Arison www.floridaeverblades.com Owner: Peter Karmanos Jr. Orlando Magic 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd. • Orlando, FL 32810 Orlando Solar Bears Ph: (407) 916-2400 • Fax: (407) 916-2970 RDV Sportsplex Ice Den • 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd www.orlandomagic.com • Owner: Rich DeVos Orlando, FL 32810 • Ph: (407) 951-8200 Managing Partner: Jason Siegel

Major League Baseball (Mlb)

The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball 245 Park Avenue, 31st Floor • New York, New York 10167 Ph: (212) 931-7800 • Fax: (212) 949-5654 • www.mlb.com Commissioner: Robert Manfred Miami Marlins 501 Marlins Way • Miami, FL 33125 Ph: (305) 480-1300 www.miamimarlins.com Owner: Tampa Bay Rays 1185 Avenues of the Americas, 15th Floor • New York, NY 10036 One Tropicana Drive • St. Petersburg, FL 33705 Ph: (212) 789-2000 • Fax: (212) 789-2020 • www.nhl.com Ph: (727) 825-3137 • Fax: (727) 825-3111 Commissioner: Gary Bettman www.tampabayrays.com Principal Owner: Florida Panthers One Panther Pkwy. • Sunrise, FL 33323 Ph: (954) 835-7000 • Fax: (954) 835-7600 www.floridapanthers.com • Owner: Vincent Viola Tampa Bay Lightning 401 Channelside Dr. • Tampa, FL 33602 Ph: (813) 301-6500 • Fax: (813) 301-1480 www.tampabaylightning.com • Owner: Jeff Vinik Courtesy Tampa Bay Rays

2016-2017 122| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Jupiter Hammerheads 4657 Main Street • Jupiter, FL 33458 Ph: (561) 775-1818 • Fax: (561) 691-6886 www.jupiterhammerheads.com Affiliate: Miami Marlins Florida State League (A) Lakeland Flying Tigers 2125 North Lake Avenue #A • Lakeland, FL 33805 P.O. Box 349 • Daytona Beach, FL 32115 Ph: (863) 686-8075 • Fax: (863) 688-9589 Ph: (386) 252-7479 • Fax: (386) 252-7495 • www.fslbaseball.com www.lakelandflyingtigers.com President: Ken Carson Affiliate: Detroit Tigers Bradenton Marauders Palm Beach Cardinals 1701 27th Street East • Bradenton, FL 34208 4657 Main Street • Jupiter, FL 33458 Ph: (941) 747-3031 • Fax: (941) 747-8151 Ph: (561) 775-1818 • Fax: (561) 691-6886 www.bradentonmarauders.com www.palmbeachcardinals.com Affiliate: Pittsburg Pirates Affiliate: St. Louis Cardinals St. Lucie Mets 5800 Stadium Parkway, Suite 101 • Melbourne, FL 32940 525 NW Peacock Blvd • Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Ph: (321) 633-9200 • Fax: (321) 633-4418 Ph: (772) 871-2115 • Fax: (772) 785-6878 www.manateesbaseball.com www.stluciemets.com Affiliate: Brewers Affiliate: New York Mets Charlotte Stone Crabs Tampa Yankees 2300 El Jobean Road • Port Charlotte, FL 33948 1 Steinbrenner Drive • Tampa, FL 33614 Ph: (941) 206-4487 • Fax: (941) 206-3599 Ph: (813) 673-3055 • Fax: (813) 673-3174 www.stonecrabsbaseball.com www.tybaseball.com Affiliate: Tampa Bay Rays Affiliate: New York Yankees Clearwater Threshers 601 N. Old Coachman Rd • Clearwater, FL 33765 Ph: (727) 712-4300 • Fax: (727) 712-4498 www.threshersbaseball.com Affiliate: Philadelphia Phillies Daytona Tortugas 110 East Orange Avenue • Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Ph: (386) 257-3172 • Fax: (386) 523-9440 www.daytonatortugas.com Affiliate: Cincinnati Reds Dunedin Blue Jays 373 Douglas Ave #A • Dunedin, FL 34698 Ph: (727) 733-9302 • Fax: (727) 734-7661 www.dunedinbluejays.com Affiliate: Fort Myers Miracle 14400 Six Mile Cypress Parkway • Ft. Myers, FL 33912 Ph: (239) 768-4210 • Fax: (239) 768-4211 www.miraclebaseball.com Affiliate: Minnesota Twins

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |123 Detroit Tigers Joker Merchant Stadium 2125 North Lake Avenue Lakeland, FL 33805 Ph: (863) 686-8075 Southern League (Aa) Houston Astros Osceola County Stadium 631 Heritage Parkway 2551 Roswell Rd., Ste. 330 • Marietta, GA 30062 Kissimmee, FL 34744 Ph: (770) 321-0400 • Fax: (770) 321-0037 Ph: (321) 697-3200 www.southernleague.com President: Lori Webb Miami Marlins Roger Dean Stadium Jacksonville Suns 4751 Main St. 301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd • Jacksonville, FL 32202 Jupiter, FL 33458 Ph: (904) 358-2846 • Fax: (904) 358-2845 Ph: (561) 630-1828 www.jaxsuns.com Affiliate: Miami Marlins Minnesota Twins Hammond Stadium @CenturyLink Sports Complex 351 W Cedar Street • Pensacola, Florida 32502 14100 Six Mile Cypress Parkway Ph: (850) 934-8444 • Fax: (850) 791-6256 Ft. Myers, FL 33912 Affiliate: Cincinnati Reds Ph: (800) 338-9467 New York Mets Traditional Field 525 NW Peacock Boulevard Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Ph: (772) 871-2115 New York Yankees Grapefruit League Spring Training George M. Steinbrenner Field 1 Steinbrenner Drive www.floridagrapefruitleague.com Tampa, FL 33614 Ph: (813) 879-2244 Atlanta Braves Champion Stadium Philadelphia Phillies Bright House Field ESPN Wide World of Sports of Complex 601 N. Old Coachman Road 700 Victory Way Clearwater, FL 33765 Kissimmee, FL 34747 Ph: (727) 467-4457 Ph: (407) 939-GAME Baltimore Orioles Ed Smith Stadium 2700 12th Street Sarasota, FL 34237 Ph: (941) 893-6300 Boston Red Sox Jet Blue Park 11500 Drive Ft. Myers, FL 33913 Ph: (888) 334-4700

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Pittsburgh Pirates McKechnie Field Professional Racing 1611 9th Street West Bradenton, FL 34205 Daytona International Speedway Ph: (941) 747-3031 1801 W. International Speedway Blvd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 St. Louis Cardinals Ph: (386) 254-2700 • (800) 748-7467 Roger Dean Stadium Fax: (386) 257-0281 4751 Main Street www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com Jupiter, FL 33458 Ph: (561) 630-1828 Auto-Plus Raceway at Gainesville Division of National Hot Rod Association Tampa Bay Rays 11211 North County Road 225 • Gainesville, FL 32609 Charlotte Sports Park Ph: (352) 377-0046 • Fax: (352) 371-4212 2300 El Jobean Road www.autoplusraceway.com Port Charlotte, FL 33948 Ph: (888) 326-7297 Homestead-Miami Speedway One Speedway Boulevard • Homestead, FL 33035 Toronto Blue Jays Ph: (305) 230-5000 • Fax: (305) 230-5140 Florida Auto Exchange Stadium www.homesteadmiamispeedway.com 373 Douglas Avenue Dunedin, FL 34698 Palm Beach International Raceway Ph: (727) 733-0429 17047 Beeline Hwy • Jupiter, FL 33478 Ph: (561) 622-1400 • Fax: (561) 626-2053 Washington Nationals www.racepbir.com Space Coast Stadium 5800 Stadium Parkway NASCAR, Inc. Viera, FL 32940 One Daytona Blvd • Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Ph: (321) 633-4487 Ph: (386) 253-0611 • Fax: (386) 252-8804 www.nascar.com

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Florida International University UNIVERSITIES FIU Athletics • 11200 SW 8th Street • Miami, FL 33199 Ph: (305) 348-0182 • Fax: (305) 348-6117 Barry University www.fiusports.com 11300 NE 2nd Avenue • Miami Shores, FL 33161 Ph: (305) 899-3550 • Fax: (305) 899-3556 Florida Memorial University www.barry.edu 15800 NW 42nd Avenue • Miami Gardens, FL 33054 Ph: (305) 626-3168 • Fax: (305) 626-3169 Bethune-Cookman College www.fmuniv.edu 640 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. • Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Ph: (386) 481-2202 • Fax: (386) 481-2238 Florida Southern College www.bccathletics.com 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive • Lakeland, FL 33801 Ph: (863) 680-4246 • Fax: (863) 680-4122 University of Central Florida www.fscmocs.com 4000 Central Florida Blvd. • Orlando, FL 32816-3555 Ph: (407) 823-3213 • Fax: (407) 823-1274 University of Florida www.ucfathletics.com P.O. Box 14485 • Gainesville, FL 32604 Ph: (352) 375-4683 • Fax: (352) 377-8971 Clearwater Christian College www.gatorzone.com 3400 Gulf-To-Bay Boulevard • Clearwater, FL 33759 Ph: (727) 726-1153 ext 211 • Fax: (727) 723-8566 Florida Agricultural www.clearwater.edu and Mechanical University 1835 Wahnish Way • Tallahassee, FL 32307 Eckerd College Ph: (850) 599-3868 • Fax: (850) 599-3810 4200 54th Avenue South • St. Petersburg, FL 33711 www.famuathletics.com Ph: (727) 864-8045 • Fax: (727) 864-8968 www.eckerdtritons.com Florida Atlantic University 777 Glades Road • Boca Raton, FL 33431 Edward Waters College Ph: (561) 297-3199 • Fax: (561) 297-3963 1658 Kings Road • Jacksonville, FL 32209 www.fausports.com Ph: (904) 470-8277 • Fax: (904) 470-8035 www.ewc.edu Florida Christian College 1011 Bill Beck Boulevard • Kissimmee, FL 34744 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Ph: (407) 569-1343 • Fax: (321) 206-2007 600 S. Clyde Morris Boulevard • Daytona Beach, FL 32114 www.fcc.edu Ph: (386) 323-5000 • Fax: (386) 323-5002 www.daytona.embryriddlesports.com Florida State University P.O. Box 2195 • Tallahassee, FL 32316 Flagler College Ph: (850) 644-1079 • Fax: (850) 644-7293 P.O. Box 1027 • St. Augustine, FL 32085 www.seminoles.com Ph: (904) 819-6252 • Fax: (904) 810-2369 www.flagler.edu Jacksonville University 2800 University Boulevard North • Jacksonville, FL 32211 Florida College Ph: (904) 256-7400 • Fax: (904) 256-7424 119 N. Glen Arven Avenue • Temple Terrace, FL 33617 www.judolphins.com Ph: (813) 899-6789 • Fax: (813) 899-6790 www.floridacollege.edu Lynn University 3601 North Military Trail • Boca Raton, FL 33431 Florida Gulf Coast University Ph: (561) 237-7602 • Fax: (561) 237-7273 10501 FGCU Blvd. S. • Ft. Myers, FL 33965 www.lynnfightingknights.com Ph: (239) 590-7012 • Fax (239) 590-7014 www.fgcuathletics.com University of Miami 5821 San Amaro Drive • Coral Gables, FL 33146 Florida Institute of Technology Ph: (305) 284-2673 • Fax: (305) 284-2193 150 W. University Blvd • Melbourne, FL 32901 www.hurricanesports.com Ph: (321) 674-8032 • Fax: (321) 984-8529 www.floridatechsports.com

2016-2017 126| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide University of North Florida Trinity Baptist College UNF Arena, 1 UNF Drive • Jacksonville, FL 32224-2672 800 Hammond Blvd. • Jacksonville, FL 32221 Ph: (904) 620-2833 • Fax: (904) 620-2836 Ph: (904) 596-2335 • Fax: (904) 596-2531 www.unfospreys.com www.tbc.edu Northwood University Trinity College 2600 North Military Trail • West Palm Beach, FL 33409 2430 Welbit Blvd. • Trinity, FL 34655 Ph: (561) 681-7957 • Fax: (561) 478-5593 Ph: (727) 376-6911 ext 317 • Fax: (727) 376-0781 seahawks.gonorthwood.com www.trinitycollege.edu Nova Southeastern University Warner University 3301 College Avenue • Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314 13895 US Hwy 27 • Lake Wales, FL 33859 Ph: (954) 262-8252 • Fax: (954) 262-3926 Ph: (863) 638-7297 • Fax: (863) 638-3776 www.nsusharks.com www.warnerroyals.com Palm Beach Atlantic University Webber International University 901 S. Flagler Drive • West Palm Beach, FL 33401 1201 N. Scenic Highway • Babson Park, FL 33827 Ph: (561) 803-2333 • Fax: (561) 803-2532 Ph: (863) 638-2953 • Fax: (863) 638-2915 www.pbasailfish.com www.webberathletics.com Pensacola Christian College University of West Florida P.O. Box 18000 • Pensacola, FL 32523 11000 University Parkway-Bldg 54 Ph: (850) 478-8496 • Fax: (850) 479-6577 Pensacola, FL 32514 www.pcci.edu Ph: (850) 474-3003 • Fax: (850) 474-3342 www.goargos.com Rollins College 1000 Holt Avenue- 2730 • Winter Park, FL 32789 Ph: (407) 646-2636 • Fax: (407) 646-1562 COMMUNITY COLLEGES www.rollinssports.com

Saint Leo University Brevard Community College 33701 State Road 52 • Saint Leo, FL 33574 250 Community College Parkway Ph: (352) 588-8221 • Fax: (352) 588-8290 Palm Bay, FL 32909 www.saintleolions.com Ph: (321) 433-7054 • Fax: (321) 433-5769 Saint Thomas University www.brevard.cc.fl.us 16401 NW 37th Avenue • Miami Gardens, FL 33054 Broward College Ph: (305) 628-6678 • Fax: (305) 628-6790 3501 SW Davie Rd Bldg. 10 www.stubobcats.com Davie, FL 33314 University of South Florida Ph: (954) 201-6949 • Fax: (954) 201-6437 ATH 100 4202 East Fowler Avenue • Tampa, FL 33620 www.broward.edu Ph: (813) 974-2125 • Fax: (813) 974-4028 College of Central Florida www.gousfbulls.com 3001 SW College Road Southeastern University Ocala, FL 34474 1000 Longfellow Boulevard • Lakeland, FL 33801 Ph: (352) 854-1325 • Fax: (352) 873-5884 Ph: (863) 667-5046 • Fax: (863) 667-5200 www.cfpatriots.com www.seufire.com Chipola College Stetson University 3094 Indian Circle • Marianna, FL 32446 421 North Woodland Boulevard • Box 8359 • Deland, FL 32723 Ph: (850) 718-2299 • Fax: (850) 718-2360 Ph: (386) 822-8100 • Fax: (386) 822-8148 www.chipolaathletics.com www.gohatters.com Daytona State College University of Tampa 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. 401 West Kennedy Boulevard • Tampa, FL 33606 Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Ph: (813) 253-6240 • Fax: (813) 253-6288 Ph: (386) 506-4486 • Fax: (386) 506-4485 www.tampaspartans.com www.daytonastate.edu

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |127 Florida Community College at Jacksonville Palm Beach State College 11901 Beach Blvd. 4200 Congress Avenue • Lake Worth, FL 33461 Jacksonville, FL 32246 Ph: (561) 868-3004 • Fax: (561) 868-3005 Ph: (904) 646-2205 • Fax: (904) 646-2204 www.palmbeachstate.edu www.fccj.org Pasco-Hernando Community College Florida Keys Community College 10230 Ridge Road • New Port Richey, FL 34654 5901 College Road Ph: (727) 816-3340 • Fax: (727) 816-3354 Key West, FL 33040 www.phcc.edu Ph: (305) 296-9081 • Fax: (305) 292-5156 www.fkcc.edu Pensacola State College 1000 College Boulevard • Pensacola, FL 32504 Gulf Coast Community College Ph: (850) 484-1506 • Fax: (850) 484-1876 5230 West Highway 98 www.pensacolastate.edu Panama City, FL 32401 Ph: (850) 872-3830 • Fax: (850) 873-3530 Polk State College www.gcathletics.com 999 Avenue H NE • Winter Haven, FL 33881 Ph: (863) 297-1017 • Fax: (863) 297-1066 Hillsborough Community College www.polk.edu Dale Mabry Campus P.O. Box 30030 St. Johns River Community College Tampa, FL 33630-3030 5001 St. Johns Ave. • Palatka, FL 32177 Ph: (813) 253-7446 • Fax: (813) 253-7405 Ph: (386) 312-4162 • Fax: (386) 312-4133 www.hccfl.edu www.sjrcc.edu Indian River State College St. Petersburg College 3209 Virginia Avenue P.O. Box 13489 • St. Petersburg, FL 33733 Fort Pierce, FL 34981 Ph: (727) 341-4642 • Fax: (727) 341-3523 Ph: (772) 462-7760 • Fax: (772) 462-7805 • www.irsc.edu www.spcollege.edu Lake-Sumter Community College Santa Fe College 9501 U.S. Highway 441 3000 NW 83rd Street • Gainesville, FL 32606 Leesburg, FL 34788-8751 Ph: (352) 395-5536 • Fax: (352) 395-5547 Ph: (352) 323-3643 • Fax: (352) 323-3646 www.sfcollege.edu www.lscc.edu Seminole State College of Florida State College of Florida: Manatee-Sarasota 100 Weldon Boulevard • Sanford, FL 32773-6199 5840 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 Ph: (407) 708-2027 • Fax: (407) 708-2142 Ph: (941) 752-5574 • Fax: (941) 727-6182 www.seminolestate.edu www.scf.edu South Florida Community College Miami-Dade College 600 West College Drive • Avon Park, FL 33825 11011 SW 104th Street • Gibson Center - G316 Ph: (863) 784-7036 • Fax: (863) 784-7489 Miami, FL 33176 www.southflorida.edu Ph: (305) 237-2867 • Fax: (305) 237-0903 Tallahassee Community College www.mdc.edu 444 Appleyard Drive • Tallahassee, FL 32304 North Florida Community College Ph: (850) 201-8584 • Fax: (850) 201-6085 325 NW Turner Davis Dr., Bldg 17 • Madison, FL 32340 www.TCCEagles.com Ph: (850) 973-9444 • Fax: (850) 973-9490 V alencia Community College www.nfcc.edu P.O. Box 3028 • Orlando, FL 32802 Northwest Florida State College Ph: (407) 582-1443 • Fax: (407) 582-1922 100 College Boulevard • Niceville, FL 32578 www.valenciacc.edu Ph: (850) 729-5379 • Fax: (850) 729-5200 www.nwfraiders.org

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UNITED STATES OLYMPIC COMMITTEE INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE One Olympic Plaza International Olympic Committee Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Chateau de Vidy Ph: (719) 632-5551 Case Postale 356 Fax: (719) 866-4684 1001 Lausanne, Switzerland www.teamusa.org Tel: 41-21-621-6111 Fax: 41-21-621-6216 USOC Board of Directors www.olympic.org Larry Probst, Chair Anita L. DeFrantz, IOC Member U.S. IOC Members Angela Ruggiero, IOC Member Robert Bach Anita DeFrantz James Benson President, LA84 Foundation Ursula Burns 2141 West Adams Blvd. Daniel Doctoroff Los Angeles, CA 90018 Nina Kemppel Ph: (213) 730-4600 Susanne Lyons www.la84.org Steve Mesler Jim Easton Bill Marolt Chairman, Easton Foundation Dave Ogrean 15026 Oxnard Street Whitney Ping Van Nuys, CA 91411 Kevin White Ph: (818) 909-2207 Robert L. Wood www.esdf.org Scott Blackmun, CEO Angela Ruggiero Olympic Visitor Center President-Elect, Women’s Sports Foundation Ph: (719) 866-4618 247 West 30th Street, Suite 7R USOTC Tour and Events Hotline: New York, New York 10001 (888) 659-8687 Ph: (646) 845-0273 (888-OLY-TOUR) www.womenssportsfoundation.org Larry Probst Board of Directors Chairman, United State Olympic Committee 2016 Summer Olympics Games of the XXXI Olympiad Rio De Janiero - August 5-21, 2016 www.rio2016.com President: Carlos Arthur Nuzman Chief Executive Officer: Sidney Levy Executive Director of Sport and Paralympic Integration: Agberto Guimarães Executive Director: Marco Aurélio Vieira 2018 Winter Olympics PyeongChang 2018 February 9-25, 2018 http://www.olympic.org/pyeongchang-2018-winter-olympics

Florida native Ryan Lochte’s Road to the Olympic Games passed through the Sunshine State Games. He stopped off to wish swimmers well at the 2012 Games Alachua County Festival.

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |129 Bm ad iNTon State Association and FSF State Director David Zarco 7294 Bedlington Road • Miami Lakes, FL 33014 Ph: (305) 827-4411 www.flabadminton.org • [email protected] National Governing Body USA Badminton One Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Ph: (719) 866-4808 • Fax: (719) 866-4507 www.usabadminton.org • [email protected] International Federation Badminton World Federation (BWF) www.bwfbadminton.org • [email protected]

B aseball National Governing Body: USA Baseball 1030 Swabia Court, Suite 201 • Durham, NC 27703 Ph: (919) 474-8721 • Fax: (855) 420-5910 www.usabaseball.com • [email protected] International Federation International Baseball Federation www.ibaf.org • [email protected]

Bebaask t ll Archery National Governing Body USA Basketball State Association 5465 Mark Dabling Blvd. • Colorado Springs, CO 80918- Florida Archery Association 3842 Tim Austin, Secretary/Treasurer / FSF State Director Ph: (719) 590-4800 • Fax: (719) 590-4811 1710 SW 76th Terrace • Gainesville, FL 32607-3418 www.usab.com • [email protected] Ph: (352) 332-1969 [email protected] International Federation www.floridaarchery.org International Basketball Federation (FIBA) www.fiba.com • [email protected] National Governing Body USA Archery B iAThlon 4065 Sinton Road, Suite 110 • Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Ph: (719) 866-4576 • Fax: (719) 632-4733 National Governing Body www.USArchery.org U.S. Biathlon Association 49 Pineland Drive, Suite 301A • New Gloucester, ME 04260 National Field Archery Association Ph: (207) 688-6500 or 1-800-BIATHLO (242-8456) 800 Archery Lane • Yankton, SD 57078 Fax: (207) 688-6505 Ph: (605) 260-9279 www.usbiathlon.com • [email protected] www.nfaausa.com International Federation International Federation International Biathlon Union (IBU) Federation Internationale de Tir a l’Arc (FITA) www.biathlonworld.com • [email protected] www.worldarchery.org

2016-2017 130| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Bos b led & Skeleton Boxing National Governing Body State Associations U.S. Bobsled and Skeleton Federation Florida Boxing Association 1631 Mesa Avenue • Copper Building, Suite A Bob Nicholson, President Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Ph: (321) 453-5825 Ph: (719) 634-5186 • Fax: (719) 520-3212 www.floridaass.webs.com • [email protected] www.usbsf.com • [email protected] Florida Gold Coast International Federation Amateur Boxing Association Federation Internationale de Bobsleigh Chico Rivas, President et de Tobagganing (FIBT) 4300 SW 57th Terrace • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314 www.isbf.org • [email protected] Ph: 954-274-2699 www.flgcaboxing.com • [email protected] Daniel J. Holland, Chairman National Governing Body 535 N. McDonough Street • Decatur, GA 30030 USA Boxing Ph: 404-270-2000 • Fax: 404-270-2039 1 Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909 www.blazesports.org • [email protected] Ph: (719) 866-2300 • Fax: (719) 866-2132 www.usaboxing.org Bowln i g International Federation State Association International Boxing Association (IBA) Florida State Bowling Association www.ibamensboxing.com • [email protected] Bob Peters, Association Manager/FSF Senior Games Director Can a oe/K yak 4140 Fowler Street • Fort Myers, FL 33901 Ph: (239) 690-9951 • Fax: (239) 690-9952 State Directors www.usbcfsba.org • [email protected] John Edwards 695 Central Avenue • St. Petersburg, FL 33701 National Governing Body Ph: (727) 459-6366 United States Bowling Congress [email protected] 621 Six Flags Drive • Arlington, TX 76011 Melinda Mack Ph: (800) 514-2695 • Fax: 817-385-8260 South Florida Canoe/Kayak Club www.bowl.com • [email protected] 418 SW 3rd Place • Cape Coral, FL 33991 Ph: (239) 443-6527 International Federation [email protected] World Bowling www.worldbowling.org National Governing Body [email protected] USA Canoe/Kayak Administrative Office 503 Sophia St. Suite 100 • Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Ph: (540) 907-4460, ext. 108 or 112 [email protected] • www.usack.org United States Canoe Association Peter Heed, President, USCA 581 West St • Keene, NH 03431 Ph: (603) 209-2299 [email protected] • http://www.uscanoe.com International Federation International Canoe Federation www.canoeicf.com • [email protected]

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |131 Cun rli g Fen nci g National Governing Body State Associations USA Central Florida Division 5525 Clem’s Way • Stevens Point, WI 54482 Larry Lingvay, Chairman Ph: (715) 344-1199 • Fax: (715) 344-2279 [email protected] • http://usfacentralflorida.com/ www.usacurl.org • [email protected] Gateway Florida Fencing Division Harrison Hue, Chairman International Federation [email protected] • https://gatewayfencing.wordpress. World Curling Federation (WCF) com/ www.worldcurling.org • [email protected] Gold Coast Fencing Division Cln yc i g Mitch Berliner, Chairman Mitchb5659@.net State Association https://sites.google.com/a/goldcoastfencing.org/www/home Florida Road Cycling Association Tim Molyneaux, President National Governing Body 10744 Lake Ralph Drive • Clermont, FL 34711 U.S. Fencing Association Ph: (407) 256-7971 4065 Sinton Road, Suite 140 • Colorado Springs, CO 80907 [email protected] • www.floridacycling.com Ph: (719) 866-4511 • Fax: (719) 632-5737 [email protected] • www.usfencing.org National Governing Body USA Cycling International Federation 210 USA Cycling Point, Suite #100 Federation International d’Escrime (FIE) Colorado Springs, CO 80919 [email protected] • www.fie.ch Ph: (719) 434-4200 [email protected] • www.usacycling.org F ield Hockey International Federation National Governing Body Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) U.S. Field Hockey Association [email protected] • www.uci.ch 5540 North Academy Boulevard, Suite 100 Colorado Springs, CO 80918 Diving Ph: (719) 866-4567 • Fax: (719) 632-0979 [email protected] •www.usafieldhockey.com National Governing Body United States Diving, Inc. International Federation 1060 N. Capitol Avenue, Suite E-310 • , IN 46204 Federation Internationale de Hockey (FIH) Ph: (317) 237-5252 • Fax: (317) 237-5257 www.fih.ch •[email protected] www.usadiving.org Figure Skating International Federation Federation Internationale de Natation Amateur (FINA) FSF State Director www.fina.org Betty Stark 7635 NW 51st Place • Coral Springs, FL 33067 E questriAN Ph: (954) 345-9948 • Fax: (954) 345-9937 www.floridaskating.com • [email protected] National Governing Body United States Equestrian Federation National Governing Body 4047 Iron Works Parkway • Lexington, KY 40511 U.S. Figure Skating Association Ph: (859) 258-2472 • Fax: (859) 231-6662 20 First Street • Colorado Springs, CO 80906 www.usef.org Ph: (719) 635-5200 • Fax: (719) 635-9548 www.usfigureskating.org • [email protected] International Federation Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) International Federation: [email protected] • www.horsesport.org International Skating Union (ISU) www.isu.org

2016-2017 132| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide Gm y naSTIcs State Association USA Gymnastics Florida Toni Rand, Director 7957 Steeplechase Court • Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Ph: 772-489-5982 www.usagfl.org • [email protected] National Governing Body USA Gymnastics 201 S. Capitol Avenue, Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46225 Ph: (800) 345-4719 • Fax: (317) 692-5212 www.usa-gymnastics.org • [email protected] USA Gymnastics Trampoline & Tumbling 132 E. Washington St. Ste. 700 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Ph: (317) 237-5050 • Fax: (317) 237-5069 www.usa-gymnastics.org/tt • [email protected] International Federation Federation Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG) www.fig-gymnastics.com • [email protected]

Ice Hockey State Association Ga oalb ll Statewide Amateur Hockey of Florida Mark A. Lucas, Executive Director Jeff Wood, President 1 Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Ph: 954-646-1756 Ph: (719) 866-3224 • Fax: (719) 866-3400 www.sahofhockey.org www.usaba.org • [email protected] National Governing Body Golf USA Hockey, Inc. FSF State Director 1775 Bob Johnson Drive • Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Frank Anderson Ph: (719) 576-8724 • Fax: (719) 538-1160 Ph: (352) 222-5385 • [email protected] www.usahockey.com • [email protected] State Association International Federation Florida State Golf Association International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Jim Demick, Executive Director www.iihf.com • [email protected] 12630 Telecom Drive • Tampa, FL 33637 Ph: (813) 632-3742 • Fax: (813) 910-2129 Judo www.fsga.org • [email protected] FSF State Director Fred Hand National Governing Body 2709 Bedford Way • Tallahassee, FL 32308 USA Golf Federation, Inc. Ph: (850) 488-5373 • Fax: (850) 488-1141 C/O World Golf Foundation [email protected] One World Golf Place • St. Augustine, FL 32082 Ph: (904) 290-2487 State Association www.teamusa.org/USA-Golf Florida Judo Inc. Dr. Ricardo Menendez, President International Federation 515 SW 71st Avenue • Miami, FL 33144, FL 33144 International Golf Federation www.floridajudoinc.org • [email protected] www.igfgolf.org • [email protected]

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |133 Luge National Governing Body USA Luge 57 Church Street • Lake Placid, NY 12946-1805 Ph: (518) 523-2071 • Fax: (518) 523-4106 www.usaluge.org • [email protected] International Federation Federation Internationale de Luge de Course (FIL) www.fil-luge.org • [email protected]

M odern Pentathlon National Governing Body U.S. Modern Pentathlon Association 1 Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909 www.usapentathlon.org • [email protected] International Federation: Union Internationale de Pentathlon Moderne (UIPM) www.pentathlon.org

Rabacquet ll FSF State Director Jean Trimble 8378 Sandpoint Boulevard • Orlando, Florida 32819 Ph: (407) 352-6589 National Governing Body [email protected] USA Judo 1 Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909 State Association Ph: (719) 866-4730 • Fax: (719) 866-4733 Florida Racquetball Association www.usjudo.org • [email protected] Chad Bailey, President Ph: (941) 545-5802 International Federation www.florida-racquetball.org • [email protected] International Judo Federation www.ijf.org • [email protected] National Governing Body United States Racquetball Association Kat ra e 2812 W. Colorado Ave., Ste 200 Colorado Springs, CO 80904 State Association/FSF State Director Ph: (719) 635-5396 • Fax: (719) 635-0685 Florida Sport Karate League www.usra.org Jason Sorgi 2531 NW 91st Drive • Gainesville, Florida 32606 International Federation Ph: (352) 331-1477 • Fax: (352) 331-6954 International Racquetball Federation (IRF) www.floridakarate.org • [email protected] www.internationalracquetball.com [email protected] National Governing Body USA National Karate-Do Federation, Inc. (USANKF) R oller Sports 1631 Mesa Ave, Suite A-1 • Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Ph: (719) 477-6925 National Governing Body www.usankf.org • [email protected] USA Roller Sports 4730 South Street • Lincoln, NE 68506 International Federation Ph: (402) 483-7551 • Fax: (402) 483-1465 Federation Mondiale de Karate (World Karate Federation) www.usarollersports.org www.wkf.net • [email protected]

2016-2017 134| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide International Federation National Governing Body Federation Internationale de Roller-Skating (FIRS) USA Rugby www.rollersports.org • [email protected] 2500 Arapahoe Ave, Ste 200 • Boulder, CO 80302 Ph: (303) 539-0300 • Fax: (303) 539-0311 Rwo ing www.usarugby.org • [email protected] FSF State Director International Federation Martyn Dennis International Board 817 Nicolet Avenue • Winter Park, FL 32789 www.irb.com • [email protected] Ph: (407) 645-1404 [email protected] Si a ling State Associations State Association Florida Scholastic Rowing Association Florida Sailing Association Brett Tillotson P.O. Box 988 • Crystal Beach, FL 34681 www.floridarowing.org • [email protected] Ph: (727) 787-2017 www.floridasailingassociation.org Florida Masters [email protected] Rowing Association www.floridarowing.org/fmra • [email protected] National Governing Body U.S. Sailing Association National Governing Body P.O. Box 1260 • 15 Maritime Dr. • Portsmouth, RI 02871-0907 United States Rowing Ph: (800) 877-2451 ext. 1 • Fax: (401) 683-0840 2 Wall Street • Princeton, NJ 08540 www.ussailing.org • [email protected] Ph: (800) 314-4ROW (4769) www.usrowing.org • [email protected] International Federation International Sailing Federation (ISAF) International Federation www.sailing.org Federation Internationale des Societes d’Aviron (FISA) www.worldrowing.com • [email protected] Shoon ti g State Association Florida Sport Shooting Association www.flssa.org National Governing Body USA Shooting 1 Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909-5762 Ph: (719) 866-4670 • Fax: (719) 866-7989 www.usashooting.com • [email protected] International Federation International Shooting Sport Federation www.issf-sports.org • @issf-sports.org

Ru gby Sk w i & Sno boarding State Association National Governing Body Florida U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) Kerri O’Malley, President P.O. Box 100 (1 Victory Lane) • Park City, UT 84060-0100 Ph: (352) 262-9308 Ph: (435) 649-9090 • Fax: (435) 649-3613 www.floridarugbyunion.com • [email protected] www.ussnowboarding.com Florida Youth Rugby Union Evan Haigh, Executive Director International Federation: (407) 721-4080 Federation Internationale de Ski (FIS) [email protected] • www.floridayouthrugby.com www.fis-ski.com • [email protected]

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |135 Soccer Sqs ua h State Associations State Association Florida Youth Soccer Association Florida Squash Racquets Association Dale Burke, Executive Director 21636 Magdalena Terrace • Boca Raton, FL 33433 2828 Lake Myrtle Park Road • Auburndale, FL 33823 www.floridasquash.com • [email protected] Ph: (863) 268-8220 • Fax: (863) 268-8221 www.fysa.com • [email protected] National Governing Body U.S. Squash Racquets Association Florida State Soccer Association 555 Eighth Ave, Ste. 1102 • New York, NY 10018 Jennifer Weston, Executive Director Ph: (212) 268-4090 • Fax: (212) 268-4091 2108 S. Cortez Avenue • Tampa, FL 33629 www.ussquash.com • [email protected] Ph: 813-251-6483 • Fax: 863-582-9714 www.fssa.org International Federation World Squash Federation (WSF) National Governing Body www.squash.org • [email protected] U.S. Soccer Federation 1801 South Prairie Ave. • , IL 60616 Swmn im i g Ph: (312) 808-1300 • Fax: (312) 808-1301 State Associations www.ussoccer.com Florida Swimming, Inc. 214 East Washington Street, Suite B • Minneola, FL 34715 International Federation Ph: (352) 242-5145 • Fax: (352) 242-5245 Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) www.floridaswimming.org • [email protected] www.fifa.com Florida Gold Coast Swimming So ftball www.fgcswim.org ASA South Region Director C arlton Benton National Governing Body 1843 Bedivere • Lakeland, Florida 33813 USA Swimming Ph: (863) 604-1836 • Email: [email protected] One Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Ph: (719) 866-4578 National Governing Body www.usaswimming.org Amateur Softball Association (USA Softball) 2801 N.E. 50th Street • City, OK 73111-7203 U.S. Masters Swimming Ph: (405) 424-5266 • Fax: (405) 424-3855 1751 Mound St, Suite 201 • Sarasota, FL 34236 www.asasoftball.com Ph: (941) 256-USMS (8767) or (800) 550-SWIM (7946) Fax: (941) 556-7946 International Federation www.usms.org Federation Internationale de Softball (ISF) 1900 South Park Rd. • Plant City, FL 33563 International Federation Ph: (813) 864-0100 • Fax: (813) 864-0105 Federation Internationale de Natation Amateur (FINA) www.isfsoftball.org • [email protected] www.fina.org

S peed SkaTINg Sy nchronized Swimming National Governing Body State Association U.S. Speed Skating US Synchronized Swimming Florida Association 5662 Cougar Ln. • Kearns, UT 84118 Lorraine Valerino, Chairperson/FSF Sport Director Ph: (801) 417-5360 • Fax: (801) 417-5361 4702 Highlands Place Drive • Lakeland, Florida 33813 www.usspeedskating.org Ph: (863) 660-1401 www.floridasynchro.com • [email protected] International Federation International Skating Union (ISU) National Governing Body www.isu.org U.S. Synchronized Swimming, Inc. USA Synchro • 1 Olympic Plaza Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Ph: (719) 866-2219 • www.usasynchro.org

2016-2017 136| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide International Federation Te nNIS Federation Internationale de Natation Amateur (FINA) www.fina.org State Association USTA Florida 1 Deuce Ct., Suite 100 • Daytona Beach, FL 32124 Tb a le TenNIS Ph: (386) 671-8949 FSF State Director www.usatennisflorida.usta.com Brad Woodington 1004 Newport Avenue • Lakeland, FL 33801 National Governing Body Ph: (863) 688-9574 U.S. Tennis Association 70 West Red Oak Lane • White Plains, NY 10604-3602 National Governing Body Ph: (914) 696-7000 USA Table Tennis www.usta.com 4065 Sinton Road, Suite 120 • Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Ph: (719) 866-4583 • Fax: (719) 632-6071 International Federation International Tennis Federation (ITF) www.usatt.org • [email protected] www.itftennis.com • [email protected] International Federation International Table Tennis Federation Tr ack and Field www.ittf.com • [email protected] State Association USA Track & Field Florida Taekwondo Robin Beamon, President FSF State Director 9124 NW 147 Terrace • Miami Lakes, 33018 Ph: (305) 439-7064 • Fax: (305) 826-8439 Master James White www.florida.usatf.org • [email protected] 4108 West Avenue • Tampa, FL 33616 Ph: (813) 837-0337 • Fax: (813) 545-6778 [email protected] National Governing Body USA Track & Field State Association 132 East Washington Street, Ste. 800 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Ph: (317) 261-0500 • Fax: (317) 261-0481 Florida State Taekwondo Association www.usatf.org www.floridatkd.com • [email protected] National Governing Body International Federation International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF) USA Taekwondo www.iaaf.org One Olympic Plaza, Suite 104C Colorado Springs, CO 80909-5792 Ph: (719) 866-4632 • Fax: (719) 866-4642 Tr iAThlon www.usa-taekwondo.us State Association USAT Florida Region International Federation Hector Torres, Chair The World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) Ph: (321) 443-0073 www.worldtaekwondofederation.net • [email protected] www.usatfloridaregion.com • [email protected] Team Handball National Governing Body National Governing Body USA Triathlon 5825 Delmonico Dr., Ste 200 • Colorado Springs, CO 80919 U.S. Team Handball Ph: (719) 955-2807 1 Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909 www.usatriathlon.org (719) 866-2203 www.usateamhandball.org • [email protected] International Federation International Federation International Triathlon Union (ITU) www.triathlon.org • [email protected] International Handball Federation(IHF) www.ihf.info • [email protected]

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |137 V aolleyb ll FSF State Director Richard Lansky State Association 2183 Porter Lake Drive • Sarasota, Florida 34240 USA Volleyball Florida Region Ph: (941) 342-0454 • Fax: (941) 342-0272 15010 US Highway 441 • Eustis, FL 32726 www.teamfloridaweightlifting.com Ph: (352) 742-0080 • Fax: (352) 414-5304 [email protected] www.floridavolleyball.org • [email protected] National Governing Body National Governing Body USA Weightlifting USA Volleyball One Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909-5764 4065 Sinton Road, Suite 200 • Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Ph: (719) 866-4508 • Fax: (719) 866-4741 Ph: (719) 228-6800 • Fax: (719) 228-6899 www.usaweightlifting.org • [email protected] www.usavolleyball.org • [email protected] International Federation International Federation International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) Federation Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) www.iwf.net • [email protected] www.fivb.ch • [email protected] Wn restli g Wat er Polo State Association FSF State Director Florida Amateur Wrestling Association Dan Hayes 192 S.W. Dante Terrace • Lake City, FL 32024 1031 Terrace Boulevard • Orlando, FL 32803 Ph: (877) 872-3292 Ph: (352) 343-8667 www.floridausawrestling.org • [email protected] [email protected] National Governing Body National Governing Body USA Wrestling United States Water Polo 6155 Lehman Drive • Colorado Springs, CO 80918 2124 Main Street, Suite 240 • Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Ph: (719) 598-8181 • Fax: (719) 598-9440 Ph: (714) 500-5445 • Fax: (714) 960-2431 www.themat.com www.usawaterpolo.org International Federation International Federation Federation Internationale de Luttes Associees (FILA) Federation Internationale de Natation Amateur (FINA) www.unitedworldwrestling.org www.fina.org [email protected] Wat er Skiing National Governing Body AFFILIATED SPORT ORGANIZATIONS USA Water Skiing 1251 Road • Polk City, FL 33868 Ph: (863) 324-4341 • Fax: (863) 325-8259 B allroom Dancing www.usawaterski.org • [email protected] National Governing Body U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dancers Association International Federation P.O. Box 152988 • Cape Coral, FL 33915-2988 International Water Ski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) Ph: (800) 447-9047 • Fax: (239) 573-0946 www.iwsf.com • [email protected] www.usadance.org • [email protected]

Wh eig tliFTINg Orienteering State Association State Association Florida Weightlifting Federation Florida Orienteering Daniel Camargo, President Ray Bruneau www.floridaweightliftingfederation.com Ph: (407) 672-7070 [email protected] www.floridaorienteering.org • [email protected]

2016-2017 138| Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide National Governing Body National Catholic Youth Orienteering USA Organization Sports (NCYOS) P.O. Box 505 • Riderwood, MD 21139 415 Ave NE, Ste. 40 • Washington, DC 20017 Ph/Fax: (410) 802-1125 Ph: (202) 636-3825 X14 www.orienteeringusa.org • [email protected] www.nationalcyosports.org • [email protected] International Federation Disabled Sports USA International Orienteering Foundation (IOF) Kirk Bauer, Executive Director www.orienteering.org • [email protected] 451 Hungerford Drive, Suite 100 • Rockville, MD 20850 Ph: (301) 217-0960 Polo www.disabledsportsusa.org • [email protected] National Governing Body: Dwarf Athletic Association of America United State Polo Association 1095 Hilltop Drive #361 • Redding, CA 96003 9011 Lake Worth Road • Lake Worth, FL 33467 Ph: (888) 598-3222 Ph: (800) 232-8772 • www.us-polo.org www.daaa.org • [email protected] Ss port Acrobatics Florida Disabled Outdoors Association National Governing Body: 2475 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 205 • Tallahassee, FL 32301 United States Sports Acrobatics Federation Ph: (850) 201-2944 • Fax: (850) 201-2945 132 E. Washington St., Ste. 700 • Indianapolis, IN 46204 www.fdoa.org Ph: 317-237-5050 • Fax: 317-237-5069 www.usagym.org Jewish Community Centers Association 520 Eighth Avenue • New York, NY 10018 Ph: (212) 532-4949 • Fax: (212) 481-4174 COMMUNITY-BASED www.jcca.org • [email protected] MULTISPORT COUNCILS National Association of Police Athletic Leagues, Inc. 1662 N US Highway 1, Suite C • Jupiter, FL 33469 (AAU) Ph: (561) 745-5535 • Fax: (561) 745-3147 AAU National Headquaters www.nationalpal.org • [email protected] P.O. Box 22409 • Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 Ph: (407) 934-7200 • Fax: (407) 934-7242 National Congress of State Games www.aausports.org c/o State Games of Michigan 171 Monroe Ave. NW, Suite 545 • Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Shape America Ph: (616) 233-3563 (Society of Health and Physical Educators) ww.stategames.org • [email protected] 1900 Association Drive • Reston, VA 20191-1598 Ph: (703) 476-3400 • (800) 213-7193 National Disability Sports Alliance Fax: (703) 476-9527 1670 Oakbrook Drive, Suite 331 • Norcross, GA 30093 www.shapeamerica.org Ph: (404) 270-2000 • Fax: (404) 270-2039 www.blazesports.org • [email protected] American Legion 700 North Street National Senior Games Association P.O. Box 1055 • Indianapolis, IN 46206 P.O. Box 82059 • Baton Rouge, LA 70884-2059 Ph: (317) 630-1200 • Fax: (317) 630-1223 Ph: (225) 766-6800 • Fax: (225) 766-9115 www.legion.org www.nsga.org • [email protected] Boys and Girls Clubs of America Native American Sports Council 1275 West Peachtree Street, NE • Atlanta, GA 30309 1235 Lake Plaza Dr., Ste 221 • Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Ph: (404) 815-5700 Ph: (719) 632-5282 www.bgca.org • [email protected] www.nascsports.org • [email protected] Boy Scouts of America Special Olympics, Inc. 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane • Irving, TX 75015-2079 1133 19th Street, N.W. • Washington, D.C. 20036 Ph: (972) 580-2000 • Fax: (972) 580-7886 Ph: (202) 628-3630 • Fax: (202) 824-0200 www.scouting.org • [email protected] www.specialolympics.org

2016-2017 Florida Sports Directory and Facilities Guide |139 Special Olympics Florida National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Sherry Wheelock, President PO Box 6222 • 700 West Washington St. 1915 Don Wickham Drive • Clermont, FL 34711 Indianapolis, IN 46206-6222 Ph: (352) 243-9536 • Fax: (352) 243-9568 Ph: (317) 917-6222 • Fax: (317) 917-6888 www.specialolympicsflorida.org www.ncaa.org United States Association for Blind Athletes (USABA) National Federation of State High School Associations Dave Bushland, President P.O. Box 690 • Indianapolis, IN 46206 1 Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Ph: (317) 972-6900 • Fax: (317) 822-5700 Ph: (719) 630-0422 • Fax: (719) 630-0616 www.nfhs.org www.usaba.org National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) USA Deaf Sports Federation 1631 Mesa Avenue • Colorado Springs, CO 80906 PO Box 22011 • Santa Fe, NM 87502 Ph: (719) 590-9788 • Fax: (719) 590-7324 www.usdeafsports.org • [email protected] www.njcaa.org U.S. Paralympics 1 Olympic Plaza • Colorado Springs, CO 80909 ARMED FORCES SPORTS Ph: (719) 632-5551 • Fax: (719) 866-2029 www.usparalympics.org DOD Sports Office Armed Forces Sports Office U.S. Quad Rugby Association 2455 Reynolds Road • Fort Sam Houston 248 S. Main Street, Suite 201 • Royal Oak, MI 48067 San Antonio, TX 78234 www.usqra.org • [email protected] Ph: (210) 466-1335 armedforcessports.defense.gov Wheelchair & Ambulatory Sports, USA P.O. Box 621023 • Littleton, CO 80162 Army Ph: (720) 412-7979 • Fax: 1-(866) 204-8918 HQ Army Sports www.wasusa.org • [email protected] Fort Sam Houston • San Antonio, TX 78234 Ph: (210) 295-2223 YMCA of the USA www.allarmysports.armymwr.com 101 North Wacker Drive • Chicago, IL 60606 Ph: (800) 872-9622 Air Force www..net • [email protected] HQ AFSVA/SVPCL 2261 Hughes Ave., Ste 156 • Lackland AFB, TX 78236-9852 YWCA of the USA Ph: (210) 395-7354 2025 M St. NW, Suite 550 • Washington, DC 20036 www.myairforcelife.com • [email protected] Ph: (202) 467-0801 • Fax: (202) 467-0802 www.ywca.org • [email protected] Navy Commander, Navy Installations Command 5720 Integrity Drive • Millington, TN 38055 EDUCATION-BASED www.navyfitness.org MULTISPORT COUNCILS Marine Corps Florida High School Athletic Association HQ Marine Corps Sports/MCCS Semper Fit and Exchange Services (MRS-2) 1801 NW 80th Boulevard • Gainesville, FL 32606 3044 Catlin Avenue • Quantico, VA 22134 Ph: (352) 372-9551 • Fax: (352) 373-1528 Ph: (703) 432-0251 • Toll Free: (866) 400-8753 www.fhsaa.org Fax: (703) 784-4125 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) [email protected] 1200 Grand Boulevard • Kansas City, MO 64106 Ph: (816) 595-8000 • Fax: (816) 595-8200 Coast Guard Community Services Command www.naia.org 510 Independence Pkwy, Suite 500 • Chesapeake, VA 23320 Ph: (757) 842-4928 [email protected] www.uscg.mil/mwr/sports/sports.asp

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