Chapter 1 About Us Team Iowa is a consortium of Iowa sports commissions and convention and visitors bureaus across the state to promote Iowa as a premier destination for amateur sports activities. TeamIowaSports It also stimulates a healthy lifestyle for the youth in the community by encouraging their participation and attendance at sporting events. If you are looking for the best place in the land to hold your events, Team Iowa is ready to show you why Iowa is the place to be.
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Notable Iowa Athletes Kurt Warner Shawn Johnson Dan Gable Lolo Jones Zach Johnson Super Bowl champion (XXXIV) Super Bowl MVP (XXXIV) 4 Pro Bowl (1999, 2000, 2001, 2008) 2008 Olympic balance beam gold medalist Team silver medalist All-around and floor exercise silver medalist 2x NCAA Champion Olympic Gold Medalist World Champion Coached 15x NCAA Championships 3x NCAA Champion 3x Olympian 3x World Champion Masters Winner 4
Notable Events NCAA Div. I Men s Basketball 1st & 2nd Rounds Winter Iowa Games AAU Junior Olympic Games 5
Notable Events 2016 NCAA DIII National Wrestling Championships Iowa Shrine Bowl (High School Football All-Star game) 2015 USA Track and Field Region 8 Meet 6
Chapter 2 Ames Team Iowa Sports.
Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau Address: Ames Convention and Visitors Bureau 1601 Golden Aspen Dr., Suite 110 Ames, Iowa 50010 Seann DeMaris, Sports and Leisure Sales Manager 515-232-4032 www.visitames.com Located in the heart of the Midwest and Iowa. Ames is the source for tradition, discovery, diversity and of course Iowa State University and the Cyclones. 8
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 35 miles Chicago - 350 miles Minneapolis - 215 miles Kansas City - 225 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 9
Featured Events 2016 National Beep Baseball World Series 2016 Amateur Softball Association Girls 16U Northern National Championships 2015 USA Track and Field Region 8 Meet 10
Featured Events 2014 National Junior Disability Championships 2014 NCAA Women s Volleyball Midwest Regional 11
Ames Convention and Visitors Bureau 1601 Golden Aspen Dr. Suite 110 Seann DeMaris, Sports and Leisure Sales Manager 515.232.4032 www.visitames.com 12
Chapter 3 Burlington Team Iowa Sports.
Greater Burlington Convention & Visitors Bureau Address: Greater Burlington Convention & Visitors Bureau 610 N 4th St Ste 200 Burlington, IA 52601 Chelsea Tolle, Executive Director 319-752-6365 www.visitburlingtoniowa.com The Greater Burlington CVB is dedicated to marketing and promoting the Greater Burlington community as a premier destination to both leisure and business travelers. The Greater Burlington Sports Commission shall propose and oversee a program of activities designed to foster the active promotion of nonprofessional sporting events in the district. 14
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 165 miles Chicago - 242 miles Minneapolis - 377 miles Kansas City - 298 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 15
Featured Events Snake Alley Criterium Burlington Monster Match Adidas Tournament of Champions 16
Greater Burlington Convention & Visitors Bureau 610 N 4th St Ste 200 Burlington, IA 52601 Chelsea Tolle, Executive Director 319-752-6365 www.visitburlingtoniowa.com 17
Chapter 4 Cedar Rapids Team Iowa Sports.
Cedar Rapids Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, Address: 87 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319.398.5009 Mary Lee Malmberg, Director of Sports Tourism Website: www.cedar-rapids.com Cedar Rapids offers a wide variety of sports venues, including a large arena with attached hotel and convention center, sports complexes, and stadiums. The second largest city in Iowa, Cedar Rapids has exciting dining, nightlife and activities to entertain your attendees once the day s competition is complete. Our convenient airport with numerous direct flights and interstate access make travel to the area easy. 19
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 100 miles Chicago - 200 miles Minneapolis - 210 miles Kansas City - 250 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 20
Featured Events 2016 NCAA DIII National Wrestling Championships 2018 NCAA DII National Wrestling Championships 2013 NCAA DII National Volleyball Championship 21
Featured Events 2015 USA Curling Arena National Championships 2017 International Jugglers Association Annual Festival 22
Address: 87 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 319.398.5009 Mary Lee Malmberg, Director of Sports Tourism Website: www.cedar-rapids.com 23
Chapter 5 Cedar Valley Team Iowa Sports.
Cedar Valley Sports Commission PO Box 4166 Waterloo, Iowa 50704 (319) 493-5371 www.cedarvalleysports.org Executive Director: Jim Marlin jim@cedarvalleysports.org Located in northeast Iowa the Cedar Valley includes the cities of Waterloo, Cedar Falls and Waverly as well as the surrounding area. We home to the University of Northern Iowa and Wartburg College. 25
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 126 miles Chicago - 309 miles Minneapolis - 216 miles Kansas City - 318 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 26
Featured Events USA Wrestling Preseason Nationals and Folkstyle Nationals Iowa Shrine Bowl (High School Football All-Star game) Iowa Soccer Association Boys and Girls Indoor Youth Championships 27
Featured Events Battle of Waterloo High School Wrestling Duals USA Volleyball Iowa Junior Regionals 28
Cedar Valley Sports Commission PO Box 4166 Waterloo, Iowa 50704 (319) 493-5371 www.cedarvalleysports.org Executive Director: Jim Marlin jim@cedarvalleysports.org 29
Chapter 6 Council Bluffs Team Iowa Sports.
Council Bluffs Sports Commission Address: 149 West Broadway Council Bluffs, IA 51503 Phone: (712) 325-1000 Website: http://www.travelcouncilbluffs.com/ Get in the game with Iowa s Leading Edge, Council Bluffs! Conveniently located at the intersection of I-80 and I-29, Council Bluffs can easily host your next sports event, meeting, or tournament. Council Bluffs boasts many new modern facilities for multiple sports needs. The CVB is experienced and capable of assisting with your event, room and board needs. From bid preparation, community information, and venue details, our CVB will ensure you have all the information you need for a successful event. 31
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 129 miles Chicago - 462 miles Minneapolis - 371 miles Kansas City - 182 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 32
Council Bluffs Sports Commission Address: 149 West Broadway Council Bluffs, IA 51503 Phone: (712) 325-1000 Website: http://www.travelcouncilbluffs.com/ 33
Chapter 7 Des Moines Team Iowa Sports.
Des Moines Area Sports Commission Address: 400 Locust St. Suite 265 Des Moines, IA 50309 (800) 451-2625 www.catchdesmoines.com Katie Fencl, Director of Sports Catch our spirit. Greater Des Moines is soccer tournaments. Hockey games. NCAA action. The sound of feet hitting the pavement in road races across the Metro. Be a spectator. Cheer on the athletes. And catch the feeling of true sportsmanship in Greater Des Moines. 35
Nearby Metro Areas Chicago - 332 miles Minneapolis - 243 miles Kansas City - 194 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 36
Featured Venues USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic National Championship NCAA Div. I Women s Volleyball Regionals NCAA Div. I Men s Basketball 1st & 2nd Rounds 37
Featured Venues LPGA Solheim Cup AAU Junior Olympic Games 38
Des Moines Sports Commission 400 Locust St. Suite 265 Des Moines, IA 50309 (800) 451-2625 www.catchdesmoines.com Katie Fencl, Director of Sports 39
Chapter 8 Dubuque Team Iowa Sports.
Dubuque Area Convention & Visitors Bureau / Dubuque Regional Sports Commission 300 Main Street Suite 120 Dubuque, IA 52001 www.traveldubuque.com Tyler Daugherty tdaugherty@traveldubuque.com 563-845-7698 Located along the Mississippi River and in the Tri-State Area, Dubuque is the main commercial, industrial, educational, and cultural center for the area. In addition to having the Mighty Mississippi River in its front yard, Dubuque is surrounded by beautiful bluffs making it a fantastic location for tourist destination. 41
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 200 miles Chicago - 178 miles Minneapolis - 250 miles Kansas City - 393 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 42
Featured Events Julien International Film Festival April Vintage TorqueFest May America s River Festival & BrewFest June 43
Featured Events Dockdog World Championships November Winter Iowa Games January 44
Dubuque Area Convention & Visitors Bureau / Dubuque Regional Sports Commission 300 Main Street Suite 120 Dubuque, IA 52001 www.traveldubuque.com Tyler Daugherty tdaugherty@traveldubuque.com 563-845-7698 45
Chapter 9 North Iowa Sports Authority Team Iowa Sports.
ADDRESS: 2021 4th Street SW Mason City, IA 50401 PHONE: 800.423.5724 / 641.422.1663 WEBSITE: www.travelnorthiowa.com CONTACTS: Lindsey James, Visit Mason City ljames@visitmasoncityiowa.com Libbey Patton, Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce libbey@clearlakeiowa.com The North Iowa Sports Authority, a partnership between the communities of Mason City and Clear Lake, is focused on attracting and supporting quality athletic events in Cerro Gordo County. Conveniently located along I-35 in North Central Iowa, Mason City and Clear Lake offer a variety of venues for your next sport event, meeting or tournament. Big-city options meet "small town" charm and hospitality. Our Event Specialists are ready to assist you in making your event a success for you and your attendees. 47
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 120 miles Chicago - 337 miles Minneapolis - 135 miles Kansas City - 312 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 48
Featured Venues Clear Lake Criterium Optimist Championships Midstates Horse Shows 49
North Iowa Sports Authority Address: 102 S Harrison St. Davenport IA 52801. (309) 736-6831. Joan Kranovich, CMP Website: www.visitquadcities.com 50
Quad Cities Chapter 10 Team Iowa Sports.
Quad Cities Sports Commission Address: 102 S Harrison St. Davenport IA 52801. (309) 736-6831. Joan Kranovich, CMP Website: www.visitquadcities.com The Quad Cities is a bi-state region located on the Mississippi River in Eastern Iowa. Easily accessible via I80 and I74, and the Quad City International Airport. You ll marvel at the sports marketing service and outstanding sporting facilities. Athletes and their families are constantly talking about the surprises they find in our destination. You will find financial incentives, beautiful facilities, 6,000 hotel rooms, restaurant discounts, and specialized services all served up with Midwestern hospitality and affordability. 52
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 166 miles Chicago - 175 miles Minneapolis - 354 miles Kansas City - 359 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 53
Featured Venues ASA Girls Fastpitch Nationals (2004-2014) John Deere Classic Annual PGA Event USA BMX Youth Nationals 2013 & 2015 54
Featured Venues International Softball Congress, ISC Men s World Tournament 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016 Hot Rod Magazine Tour (dba The Promotion Company, Inc. / Family Events, 2014 Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour 55
Featured Venues Missouri Valley Conference Women s Basketball Championships 2016-2018 Regions Archery, 2015 Central Region National Tournament 56
Quad Cities Sports Commission Address: 102 S Harrison St. Davenport IA 52801. Marvel Mob (309) 736-6831. Joan Kranovich, CMP Website: www.visitquadcities.com 57
Sioux City Chapter 11 Team Iowa Sports.
Sioux City Sports Commission Address: 101 Pierce St. Sioux City, IA 51101 Phone: (712) 255-7903 Website: http://www.visitsiouxcity.org The Siouxland Chamber of Commerce serves the tri-state region including the cities of Sioux City and Sergeant Bluff, Iowa; South Sioux City and Dakota City, Nebraska; and North Sioux City and Dakota Dunes, South Dakota by promoting economic development and quality of life for the region. 59
Nearby Metro Areas Des Moines - 199 miles Chicago - 510 miles Minneapolis - 271 miles Kansas City - 279 miles Minneapolis/ St. Paul Omaha Des Moines Chicago Kansas City 60
Sioux City Sports Commission Address: 101 Pierce St. Sioux City, IA 51101 Phone: (712) 255-7903 Website: http://www.visitsiouxcity.org 61