Branson has what sports planners, the athletes and contestants want. A central location in the middle of the country with lots to do for families and friends that come to cheer them on.
ARCHERY
The age-old sport of archery is increasing in popularity throughout the state of Missouri and the nation. In 2017 the Missouri National Archery in Schools Program (MoNASP) State Archery Tournament was held here for the first time. This tournament has grown from 2,100 archers to more than 4,000, and expanded to include 3-D Archery.
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BASEBALL/SOFTBALL
Ballparks of America’s multimillion-dollar youth baseball tournament complex offers players a chance to compete on 2/3-size replicas of five iconic stadiums spanning the history of baseball: St. Louis Stadium, Chicago Field, Boston Park, Detroit Stadium and Brooklyn Field. It’s the premier stay-andplay youth baseball tournament destination in the country. Originally designed for 10U-13U youth baseball, girls softball has been added. Official home of the Babe Ruth League/Cal Ripken Major 70 World Series, it’s hosted teams from Australia, Canada, Dominican Republic, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Puerto Rico and South Korea.
CHEER / DANCE
Branson is famous for its theaters and many of them are versatile enough to provide the perfect venue for your next marital arts, dance, cheer, weightlifting or e-sports competition. Watch competitor’s energy and creativity increase as they become the stars of the show in front of live audiences.
FIREFIGHTER CHALLENGE
Recognized as the toughest two minutes in sports, competitors race head-to-head as they simulate the physical demands of real-life firefighting. Performing a linked series of five challenges in which they climb a five-story tower while
hoisting, chopping and dragging hoses, then rescue a life-sized, 175-lb. ‘victim’ as they race against the clock and their opponents, the challenge draws competitors from all over the United States and numerous other countries.
FISHING
When it comes to bass fishing, trout fishing or bow fishing, Branson is top choice. Our three pristine lakes, world-class fishing guides, and scenic Ozark Mountains will make your fishing trip remarkable. Although bass can also be found in Lake Taneycomo and Bull Shoals Lake, the largest concentration and variety of species live in Table Rock Lake. Largemouth,
