W2P Indoor Facility Guide - Midwest by Premier Travel Media

MIDWEST

Weather in the Midwest can be unpredictable. With hot and humid summer days and cold and snowy winters, it’s no wonder states within America’s Heartland take indoor sports so seriously. The result of such dedication provides a wide selection of many of the best indoor sports facilities in the nation.

Fort Wayne Komets at the Memorial Coliseum on game night

Photo courtesy of Visit Fort Wayne

Great lakes Volleyball Center Aurora, IL

For all things volleyball, look no further than Great Lakes Volleyball Center in Aurora, one of the largest volleyball facilities in the Midwest and home to the Sports Performance Volleyball Club. Offering sports performance and development and competition workshops for both coaches and players, Great Lakes Volleyball Center is the country’s largest camp and clinic program, with thousands of athletes competing each year.

Vaughan Athletic Center Aurora, IL

Bloomington Arena Bloomington-Normal, IL ▸ www.auroraareasportsalliance.com

Brad Banks, 630-256-3194, brad@enjoyaurora.com

This 225,000-square-foot athletic center features nine indoor tennis courts, four basketball courts suitable for multi-use and two indoor tracks— 1/6-mile on the upper level and 1/8-mile on the lower level. Vaughan has hosted the Butterfly Aurora Cup, a USA-sanctioned table tennis tournament with 38 segmented courts that featured contestants from across the globe.

The premier arena in Bloomington for sports and concerts, this venue can hold up to 8,000 for a concert and 7,242 for basketball and features 24 private suites and two party suites that can host up to 50 people.

Redbird Arena Bloomington-Normal, IL

As the crown jewel of Illinois State Athletics, Redbird Arena is used by the men and women’s basketball teams as well as the women’s volleyball team. The multipurpose facility can hold up to 10,200 enthusiastic fans and is a raucous environment each game day.

Brad Banks, 630-256-3194, brad@enjoyaurora.com

Crystal Howard, 800-433-8226, crystal@visitbn.org

www.visitbn.org

Crystal Howard, 800-433-8226, crystal@visitbn.org

Shirk Center at Illinois Wesleyan University • Bloomington-Normal, IL

The Shirk Center is a multipurpose athletic, recreation and wellness complex that contains facilities for basketball, volleyball, track and tennis. The facility seats 2,400 with room for an additional 400 spectators. Other incredible features include a 200-meter, six-lane indoor track, two batting cages and four courts for basketball, tennis, volleyball and badminton.

www.visitbn.org

Crystal Howard, 800-433-8226, crystal@visitbn.org

Activities & Recreation Center (ARC) Champaign-Urbana, IL

The ARC at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana is a 340,000-square-foot on-campus rec center with the capacity to host nearly any indoor sport. The space has four gymnasiums that can be converted into 12 basketball courts, 16 volleyball courts, three squash courts or 12 racquetball courts. Teams can take advantage of the extensive workout equipment and spaces along with its 35-foot climbing wall and one-fifth mile indoor track.

www.experiencecu.org/planners/ sports-and-events

Mark Brown, 217-351-4133, markb@experiencecu.org

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State Farm Center Champaign-Urbana, IL

No stranger to large events, the State Farm Center has 15,500 permanent seats with a max capacity of 16,500 spectators. Its flexible floor space means it’s just as ready to have a Broadway show or rock concert as it is a Fighting Illini basketball game. The arena has hosted the 2019 National Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball tournaments, the Illinois High School Individual Wrestling State Championships and much more.

First Ascent Climbing & Fitness Chicago Northwest, IL

Harper College Chicago Northwest, IL ▸ www.experiencecu.org/planners/ sports-and-events

Mark Brown, 217-351-4133, markb@experiencecu.org

First Ascent Climbing & Fitness

offers 25,000 square feet of world-class climbing terrain with auto belays, top ropes, and lead climbing up to 52 ft. tall as well as an expansive bouldering area. Plus a variety of fitness, yoga and youth programming on-site. Recently hosted USA Climbing Youth National Championships.

Located in Palatine, Harper College offers a field house, sports center and fitness center. The field house is equipped with four courts for basketball, pickleball, volleyball, or badminton and a suspended 1/8-mile jogging track. Locker and training rooms are available. The sport center is a 110,000 square-foot building that includes four basketball courts, six volleyball courts, a gymnastics center and more.

Melinda Garritano, 847-278-3445, mgarritano@chicagonorthwest.com

Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel • Chicago Northwest, IL

This 100,000-square-foot column-free convention center has the capability to be configured into multiple floor plans to accommodate a wide range of sporting events. Located 12 miles from O’Hare International Airport, the convention center offers free on-site parking and is seamlessly connected to 500 guest rooms and suites at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel.

Ho-Chunk Southland Center Chicago Southland, IL

The Southland Center, a Ho-Chunk Nation Enterprise, houses over 41,000 square feet of portable wood court for events of all kinds. This newly installed floor is the largest continuous portable wood court floor in the Western Hemisphere and the second largest in the world, with space that accommodates 10 basketball and 14 volleyball courts under one roof. Southland Center is also attractive to event organizers for gymnastics, cheer and other activities.

Lincolnway Special Recreation Association • Chicago Southland, IL

The Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA), located in New Lenox, provides adaptive and special recreation services for individuals with disabilities. The facility features four multipurpose rooms, a learning kitchen, gymnasium with a wheelchair-friendly floor, a therapeutic garden and more. Their newest features include a sensory room and a universal design playground.

www.chicagonorthwest.com

Melinda Garritano, 847-278-3445, mgarritano@chicagonorthwest.com

Kristy Campbell, 888-895-3211, kristy@visitchicagosouthland.com

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Roma Sports Club

Chicago Southland, IL

Roma Sports Club in Frankfort offers state-of-the-art practice facilities with one of the largest turf areas within a 20-mile radius. The club features wood courts for basketball, volleyball and futsal, two indoor multipurpose fields, a lounge area with full concessions, wifi, monitors to watch your child practice and play from the lounge area and free parking. It also has two gyms for additional play, leisure or practice.

Wintrust Sports Complex

Chicago Southland, IL

The Wintrust Sports Complex at Bedford Park is a 116,000-square-foot venue that hosts the Midwest’s best in sports, events and recreation. The complex offers eight high school hardwood basketball courts and one championship court. On-site amenities include a Redemption Arcade, Laser Tag/Laser Frenzy, Esports Gaming Room, flexible meeting and event spaces, bar and lounge with full kitchen service and free parking.

The Northern Illinois University Convocation Center, in DeKalb County, IL consists of 215,000 square feet, including more than 45,000 square feet of floor space, and boasts a seating capacity of 10,000.

Kristy Campbell, 888-895-3211, kristy@visitchicagosouthland.com

www.visitchicagosouthland.com/sports

Kristy Campbell, 888-895-3211, kristy@visitchicagosouthland.com

Northern Illinois University Convocation Center • DeKalb County, IL

The Convocation Center in DeKalb, a 10,000-seat facility, hosts more than 200 events each year, including concerts, family shows, theatrical productions and more along with NIU Division I athletic events. The center consists of 215,000 square feet, including more than 45,000 square feet of floor space, and boasts a seating capacity of 10,000. The $36 million arena brought a new focus on the west campus as a center for living and learning.

▸ www.visitchicagosouthland.com/sports ▸ www.dekalbcountycvb.com

Cortney Strohacker, 815-756-1336, cstrohacker@dekalbcountycvb.com

Ice Arenas Dupage County, IL

DuPage has over a dozen sheets of ice for tournaments and competitions among several different facilities including Edge Ice Arena, Seven Bridges Ice Arena, Center Ice of DuPage, Darien Sportsplex and Addison Ice Arena. These skating surfaces can accommodate practices, games, competitions, such as the famous CCM World Invite Chicago youth hockey tournament, shows and public skates.

www.discoverdupage.com/sports

Igor Bakovic, 630-575-8070 ext. 215, igor@discoverdupage.com

Providence Career & Technical Academy • Dupage County, IL

This school is home to some of Providence’s most high-end athletic facilities, offering seating for around 1,800 people in a 65,000-squarefoot fieldhouse. Inside the gorgeous steel and glass building you will find space and amenities for sporting events such as track and field meets, basketball games/tournaments, cheerleading competitions and much more—all just steps from the center of downtown.

www.discoverdupage.com/sports

Igor Bakovic, 630-575-8070 ext. 215, igor@discoverdupage.com

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Stardust Bowl Dupage County, IL

Featuring 84 consecutive lanes, Stardust Bowl is one of the largest bowling venues in the U.S. and has hosted numerous national events. A staple in Addison for more than 50 years, the center also features four lounges, a brand-new, state-of-theart video gaming lounge, a banquet facility, a ProShop and a superior sound and lighting system with bumper bowling perfect for young bowlers.

Westin Chicago Lombard Dupage County, IL

An empowering experience awaits you at The Westin Chicago Lombard—a dynamic destination for business travelers and vacationing families. The Westin offers 39,000 square feet of venue space, including an expansive ballroom. This venue has played host to USA Powerlifting, USA Weightlifting, gymnastics, competitive esports events like Frosty Faustings and more.

Richard E. Workman Sports and Wellness Complex • Effingham, IL

Richard E. Workman Sports and Wellness Complex was completed in early 2016. The complex offers an indoor 15,500-square-foot space with multi-sport courts. This recreational center offers other amenities too, ranging from rentable party rooms to physical therapy services. The complex will not only offer visiting teams great places to play, but a stellar spot for helping their bodies relax and recuperate from intense activity.

www.discoverdupage.com/sports

Igor Bakovic, 630-575-8070 ext. 215, igor@discoverdupage.com

Jodi Thoele, 217-342-5310, thoele@effinghamil.com

Canlan ICE Sports Elgin Area, IL

Train and compete on any one of three state-of-the-art NHL-size rinks, complete with access to Jerry’s Pro Shops for the newest gear. Canlan’s recently renovated its space to include large-screen televisions, a patio, tables and fireplaces for memorable downtime experiences.

Edward Schock Centre of Elgin Elgin Area, IL

Edward Schock Centre is the Elgin area’s foremost recreational facility, providing nearly 185,000 square feet of recreational space. Located in downtown Elgin, the Centre offers a three-court fieldhouse for basketball, two racquetball courts and a lap pool. With a strong history of hosting Team USA, the Centre is perfect for larger or international tournaments.

Lifezone 360 Elgin Area, IL

Lifezone 360 (LZ360) is a highly versatile 130,000-square-foot sports complex and tournament/ meet destination. The facility can be transformed from a turf-only tournament space to a seven-court tournament space. The facility is also designed to be transformed into a destination for large-scale events and concerts. A pair of high-definition LED screens are available for viewing parties and conferences, as well as a full A/V system, drop-down volleyball netting for up to 10 courts.

www.exploreelginarea.com

Ryan Cortez, 847-695-7540, ryan@exploreelginarea.com

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Spartan Event Center Elgin Area, IL

The Spartan Event Center is a multipurpose athletic space that features one of the best basketball facilities in the region. As part of the Elgin Community College campus, the Spartan Event Center includes three NCAA basketball courts, three NCAA volleyball courts and converts into two tennis courts. With stadium seating available for up to 1,550 guests, the Spartan Event Center is designed to take your varsity athlete’s game to the next level.

Gateway Convention Center Great Rivers and Routes, IL

Conveniently located within 10 minutes of Downtown St. Louis and adjacent to major interstates, this highly accessible and versatile facility is perfect for gatherings both large and small with 23 meeting rooms. Featuring 50,000 total square feet, this multipurpose convention center boasts outstanding services and is capable of hosting a wide variety of indoor sporting events.

Principia College (Elsah) Great Rivers and Routes, IL ▸ www.exploreelginarea.com

Ryan Cortez, 847-695-7540, ryan@exploreelginarea.com

www.riversandroutes.com

Owen Delesky, 618-465-6676, odelesky@riversandroutes.com

Principia College offers numerous pristine athletic facilities. The Coach Crafton Athletic Center has an indoor track for track and field events and practice, basketball, volleyball and more. Additionally, Hay Field House is perfect for basketball and volleyball.

www.riversandroutes.com

Owen Delesky, 618-465-6676, odelesky@riversandroutes.com

Southern Illinois University (Edwardsville) • Great Rivers and Routes, IL

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus is home to an array of venues, including the Morris University Center as well as the Vadalabene Center. The latter features an indoor hardwood surface and a seating capacity over 4,000 that hosts basketball, volleyball and wrestling.

Illinois College Jacksonville, IL

The Illinois College campus includes King Fieldhouse, which houses a six-lane indoor track, four rubberized courts and two batting cages, and the Sherman Gymnasium with its hardwood court that can host basketball and volleyball.

JHS Bowl Jacksonville, IL

This historic semi-subterranean gymnasium was constructed in 1952 and continues to host Jacksonville High School Crimson basketball, volleyball and cheerleading competitions. The venue offers changing rooms, a scoreboard, concession stands and plentiful parking.

www.riversandroutes.com

Owen Delesky, 618-465-6676, odelesky@riversandroutes.com

www.jacksonvilleil.org

Brittany Henry, 217-243-5678, visitors@jacksonvilleil.org

www.jacksonvilleil.org

Brittany Henry, 217-243-5678, visitors@jacksonvilleil.org

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Midwest Athletic Center Jacksonville, IL

Located in the Jenkins Education Complex on the former MacMurray College campus, this indoor facility includes two basketball courts that can also accommodate volleyball, floor hockey along with other variety of indoor sports.

Canlan Sports in Libertyville Lake County, IL

When it comes to premier sporting event facilities in Lake County, Libertyville’s Canlan Sports is no exception. Its Indoor Event Center houses eight multi-purpose courts, two turf fields, a 29-foot climbing mountain and conference rooms capable of holding up to 120 people. There is also a fitness center available for training and other needs.

Glacier Ice Arena in Vernon Hills Lake County, IL

Stay cool while working up a sweat at Lake County’s Glacier Ice Arena’s two NHL-sized ice rinks. Each rink features 350 heated seats so your supporters can cheer on their favorite team or skater in comfort. For the players themselves, the facility is equipped with 12 locker rooms, study rooms, meeting rooms, a video game room and a snack bar for all to enjoy.

Brittany Henry, 217-243-5678, visitors@jacksonvilleil.org

Teresa Lewis, 847-662-2700, teresa@lakecounty.org

Waukegan Fieldhouse & SportsPark Lake County, IL

The impressive and modern Fieldhouse and SportsPark in Waukegan’s Hinkston Park is a great place to host a variety of indoor sporting events. Between its six hardwood courts and two-story fitness center, the 80,000-square-foot site has all the space and equipment necessary to make sure your sports tournament goes off without a hitch. Waukegan’s SportsPark is an awardwinning, state-of-the-art sports complex.

Teresa Lewis, 847-662-2700, teresa@lakecounty.org

Augustana College Quad Cities, IL

Located in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana College features several athletic facilities, with its standout indoor facility being the Tim Dodge Mezzanine/Carver Wrestling Arena. The arena is dedicated to wrestling tournaments and events and has 5,400 square feet of mat space and houses more than 330 spectators. Augustana is a cozy tree-laden space, nestled in the neighborhoods of Rock Island along the Mississippi River.

Teresa Lewis, 847-662-2700, teresa@lakecounty.org

Joan Kranovich, 800-747-7800 ext. 831, jkranovich@visitquadcities.com

Bend XPO Quad Cities, IL

Gone are the days of adjusting your event to fit the space you’re given. Bend XPO’s 100,000 square feet footprint features multiple indoor spaces, large restrooms and concession stands. With the flexibility of Bend XPO, you can shape the space to fit anything you may want or need. Since opening in 2021, they have hosted cornhole and taekwondo tournaments, cheer, gymnastics and dance competitions. The entire Bend Campus includes 132 acres of real estate right on the Mississippi River.

Joan Kranovich, 800-747-7800 ext. 831, jkranovich@visitquadcities.com

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Vibrant Arena Quad Cities, IL

This 31,000+ square-foot arena in downtown Moline features seating for up to 12,000, offering ample parking, four locker rooms, six production room offices and a conference center. It also has 20,000 square feet of meeting room space and an 11,000-square-foot lobby. Vibrant Arena contains a regulation size court, full size hockey and figure skating rink, luxury suites, automatic video scoreboards with replay capabilities and more.

BMO Harris Bank Center Rockford, IL ▸ www.visitquadcities.com

Joan Kranovich, 800-747-7800 ext. 831, jkranovich@visitquadcities.com

Located in downtown Rockford, BMO Harris Bank Center is the live event epicenter of the region as it is home to the Rockford IceHogs, the AHL affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks. The arena features seating capacities for up to 7,500, depending on the event. In addition to professional and amateur hockey, the arena hosts state wrestling finals, multiple major basketball events and weekly concerts year-round.

Lindsay Arellano, 815-489-1653, larellano@gorockford.com

MercyHealth Sportscore Two Rockford, IL

This state-of-the-art sports facility is sure to impress with its Indoor Sports Center, a multi-sport complex consisting of 200,000 square feet of multipurpose courts and fields, anchored by a full-size turf field with 70-foot ceilings, locker rooms, a sports equipment store and skybox dining overlooking the fields.

UW Health Sports Factory Rockford, IL

This multipurpose indoor sports facility spotlights 108,000 square feet of space—96,000 of which is hard court surface. As one of the largest facilities in the Midwest, UW Health Sports Factory comprises eight basketball courts that convert to 16 volleyball courts, 16 wrestling mats and accommodations for other indoor sports. With a maximum capacity of 3,700 spectators, the facility spotlights north and south courts and a champions court with seating for up to 400 people.

MercyHealth Sportscore Two, in Rockford, IL, consists of 200,000 square feet of multipurpose courts and fields, anchored by a full-size turf field with 70-foot ceilings, locker rooms, a sports equipment store and skybox dining overlooking the fields.

Bank of Springfield Center Springfield, IL

The Bank of Springfield Center is a world-class, multi-use facility with 44,000 square feet of column-free space, 21,000 square feet of meeting space and seating to accommodate 7,700 spectators. The main floor of the facility houses major events, including concerts, trade shows, graduations, wrestling and basketball tournaments. Additional facility amenities include a parking garage with space for 700, concessions, restrooms, water fountains, air conditioning and closed-circuit TVs.

www.gorockford.com

Lindsay Arellano, 815-489-1653, larellano@gorockford.com

Terry Truman, 217-789-2360 ext. 5525, terry.truman@springfield.il.us

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Nelson Center Springfield, IL

The Nelson Center is home to two indoor ice rinks open yearround, eight locker rooms and two concession areas as well as the Nelson Center Pool, a seasonal outdoor aquatic facility. As the Nelson Center contains the only two indoor ice rinks within a 60-mile radius, the complex hosts a wide range of ice-related programs, events and activities. The Nelson Center Pool is supervised by professionally trained lifeguard staff.

Terry Truman, 217-789-2360 ext. 5525, terry.truman@springfield.il.us

Ford Center Arena Evansville, IN

Ford Center Arena is a stunning and exciting multipurpose facility with 290,000 square feet and the capacity to seat up to 11,000 spectators. With 20,000 square feet of usable space, the arena can be modified for basketball, hockey and any other event imaginable. Home of the NCAA Division I University of Evansville Aces men’s basketball team and the SPHL Evansville Thunderbolts hockey team, Ford Center Arena has all the necessary amenities a sports facility needs.

▸ www.exploreevansville.com

Aaron King, 812-421-2209, aking@exploreevansville.com

Sports at the Illinois State Fairgrounds • Springfield, IL

Although most famous for hosting the Springfield Mile, the greatest motorcycle spectacle in Motorsports racing, the State Fairgrounds offer a newly renovated Coliseum for equestrian sports and the recently reopened multipurpose arena. The arena is an open-air, 261,000-squarefoot space with capacity to seat over 10,000 spectators, is ADA accessible, has eight gate entrances and beautiful landscaping.

HUB Recreation Center Williamson County, IL

There is something for everyone at the HUB Recreation Center, the place where health and happiness meet. HUB features courts suitable for sports like basketball, volleyball, pickleball and more. Get a workout out on the track, utilize the state-ofart fitness equipment, join a sports program or take a fitness class. Daily passes and memberships are both available. Bring the whole family to have fun while staying active by taking advantage of aquatic features including full-size and kiddie pools.

Terry Truman, 217-789-2360 ext. 5525, terry.truman@springfield.il.us

Tiffany Yepsen, 618-997-3690, tyepsen@visitsi.com

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Fort Wayne, IN

With the capability to hold 13,000 spectators for basketball games and 10,480 for hockey, this arena has hosted many major sporting events since opening in 1952. Most recently, the arena has been the host destination for 2019 through 2026 NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Championships. It is the home of the Fort Wayne Komets, an ECHL minor league ice hockey team. The space at the Memorial Coliseum is also an excellent fit for basketball, mat sports and CrossFit.

www.visitfortwayne.com

Jazmin Zavala, 260-424-3700, jazmin@visitfortwayne.com

Plassman Athletic Center at Turnstone • Fort Wayne, IN

As one of eleven Paralympic training sites in the United States, Turnstone offers competitive and recreational opportunities in wheelchair basketball, wheelchair tennis, power soccer, indoor rowing, adaptive golf, sled hockey, boccia and more. The 75,000-square-foot fieldhouse includes a 230-meter track, four collegiate-sized basketball courts, locker rooms with showers and restrooms specially designed for easy use by athletes with disabilities and more.

www.visitfortwayne.com

Jazmin Zavala, 260-424-3700, jazmin@visitfortwayne.com

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SportONE Parkview Fieldhouse

Fort Wayne, IN

This 57,000-square-foot multipurpose facility is a premier destination for indoor competitions, with its eight hardwood volleyball courts which can transition into six high school regulation basketball courts. Equipped with bleacher seating, onsite storage and a sports performance area, many clubs around the area including Summit Volleyball, Fort Wayne Futsal and Gym Rats Basketball call this facility home.

▸ www.visitfortwayne.com

Jazmin Zavala, 260-424-3700, jazmin@visitfortwayne.com

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SportONE Parkview Icehouse

Fort Wayne, IN

With three NHL-sized ice surfaces, SportONE Parkview Icehouse is the only three-sheet facility in Indiana. The Icehouse has partnerships with Fort Wayne Amateur Hockey Association, Fort Wayne Ice Skating Club and the Indiana Tech hockey teams. The Thirsty Penguin Grill House overlooks all three surfaces to ensure you won’t miss a moment as you visit this full-service restaurant and bar. The Icehouse has hosted many large tournaments.

▸ www.visitfortwayne.com

Jazmin Zavala, 260-424-3700, jazmin@visitfortwayne.com

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Grand Park Events Center

Hamilton County, IN

The Grand Park Events Center is an indoor sports facility that covers 377,000 square feet and features three full-size synthetic turf fields, a 45,000-square-foot warmup area, four locker rooms and fully equipped conference rooms. The facility also offers concessions and a full-service sports pub with viewing suites. The mezzanine is made up of 30,000 square feet for spectators to view the action from above the fields. The building is home to the Indiana Soccer Association and Indiana Fire.

▸ www.grandpark.org

Matt Trnian, 317-804-3010, mtrnian@westfield.in.gov

Hamilton County Fieldhouses Hamilton County, IN

Indiana is basketball crazy, but Hamilton County fieldhouses regularly welcome all sports. Along with the Pacers Athletic Center at Grand Park, there’s also Finch Creek, Best Choice Fieldhouse, Boys & Girls Club, Westfield MPIF and Carmel Dads Club Sports Complex, all together offering 34 courts for basketball and volleyball. The brand-new CDC complex also has three batting cages and an indoor turf field for year-round training, ringed by a track.

Hotspots for Ice Hamilton County, IN

The Carmel Ice Skadium, Indy Fuel Tank at Fishers Ice Arena and Arctic Zone combine for five sheets of ice in Hamilton County. All three locations provide skating classes for all ages, youth hockey tournaments and games and more. The Indy Fuel Tank at Fishers Ice Arena is named after the ECHL’s Indy Fuel, an affiliate of the NHL’s six-time Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks.

Pacers Athletic Center

Hamilton County, IN

This 88,000-square-foot athletic facility has eight courts and is utilized for youth sports training, leagues, camps and club teams. The Indy Youth Basketball League is the largest youth basketball league in the state and is proudly run by Pacers Athletic Center. The facility also provides three in-house team basketball programs: Primetime, Grand Park Premier and Grand Park Select. The PAC also hosts volleyball and futsal training and events here throughout the year.

▸ www.grandpark.org

Carl Daniels and Gabe Amick, 317-848-3181 cdaniels@hamiltoncountysports.com gamick@hamiltoncountysports.com

Matt Trnian, 317-804-3010, mtrnian@westfield.in.gov

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Wright’s 360º Movement Academy Hamilton County, IN

Added in 2022, Wright’s 360° Movement Academy offers gymnastics, Ninjazone and dance for preschool and youth. Families can also sign up for camps, kids’ night out, or preschool prep at the Westfield campus. The FUNdamentals program offered by Wright’s recognizes that kids learn and grow with their peers so they offer a 10-level system that is based on each child’s individual skill development.

Matt Trnian, 317-804-3010, mtrnian@westfield.in.gov

Schwartz Tennis Center Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN

Home to both Purdue’s men’s and women’s varsity tennis teams, Schwartz Tennis Center is Purdue University’s first indoor tennis center. The six indoor Basham Courts are available to the public. The 60,000-square-foot facility includes locker rooms for teams, offices for administrative staff and coaches, an athletic training room and seating areas for fans on the mezzanine above the courts. A pro shop, located in the lobby, is staffed with knowledgeable people.

▸ www.homeofpurdue.com

Gabriela Espinoza, 765-447-9999, gespinoza@homeofpurdue.com

Ligonier Park & Recreation Center Noble County, IN

Inside Ligonier Park, the 15,000-square-foot sports and recreation center includes basketball courts, volleyball courts, a weight room, a sauna, a hot tub and exercise equipment. Opened in 1987 and wellmaintained, the center can be rented out for larger events.

Mike Aulby’s Arrowhead Bowl Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN

Mike Aulby’s Arrowhead Bowl, familyowned since 1989, offers 42 lanes of play and is ready to host your event, a charity fundraiser or a competitive tournament, like the Indiana State USBC Open Championships. Along with a newly renovated arcade, the Bowl has a snack bar as well as a fully stocked bar for your adult beverage desires to round out the experience.

Grace Caswell, 260-636-3602, grace@visitnoblecounty.com

▸ www.homeofpurdue.com

Gabriela Espinoza, 765-447-9999, gespinoza@homeofpurdue.com

Mishawaka Fieldhouse

South Bend and Mishawaka, IN

Work is now underway on the Mishawaka Fieldhouse, a new indoor sports facility and the first of its size in the area. Construction is expected to take 12 to 14 months, with operations beginning in the third quarter of 2024. Once complete, the facility will cover over 220,000 square feet with room for up to 10 basketball courts or 19 volleyball courts, plus two indoor turf fields. It will also be in an ideal location—just off the interstate in Mishawaka and within a short drive to several hotels and restaurants.

Nick Kleva, 574-400-4021, nkleva@visitsouthbend.com

Hammond Sportsplex South Shore, IN

Hammond Sportsplex features six hardwood basketball courts, six regulation-size volleyball courts (or 12 cross-court), two indoor turf soccer fields and six indoor batting cages. Other amenities include an elevated, quarter-mile track, hospitality room, the Union Bar & Lounge and a concession stand. The complex plays host to the largest NCAA volleyball tournament in the country, the Midwest Region Crossover Volleyball Tournament.

▸ www.southshorecva.com/sports

Megan Goodan, 219-301-7762, mgoodan@southshorecva.com

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Alliant Energy PowerHouse

Cedar Rapids, IA

The 37,550-square-foot complex consists of an arena, convention center, 267-room hotel and two attached parking structures right in the heart of Cedar Rapids. With the size and luxury that the Alliant Energy PowerHouse provides, it’s no surprise that the complex has played host to multiple Division II National Wrestling Championships, Division II Women’s Volleyball championship, as well as Division III National Championships for volleyball and wrestling.

▸ www.tourismcedarrapids.com/sports-planners

Jay Fanta, 319-731-4556, j.fanta@tourismcedarrapids.com

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FunCity Courts

Greater Burlington, IA

FunCity Courts in Burlington, Iowa is a great place for fans to gather and athletes to compete. The Courts feature three full-size collegiate basketball courts, which can easily convert to volleyball, four pickleball courts and offers plenty of spectator seating. One of the highlights of FunCity Courts is its seamless connection to the FunCity Resort. Visitors can enjoy easy access to three luxurious hotels, each providing a unique and comfortable experience for guests.

▸ www.greaterburlingtonsports.com

Andrew Ryerson, 319-671-7189, info@greaterburlingtonsports.com

ImOn Ice Arena

Cedar Rapids, IA

With two sheets of ice, including an NHL arena and Olympic rink, ImOn Ice Arena is the perfect spot in the Midwest for all ice skaters. The NHL arena seats 3,800 while the Olympic rink seats 200, making this somewhere all friends and family can come and watch. The arena has hosted events to the likes of the USA curling men’s and women’s National Championship, U.S Figure Skating Upper Great Lakes Regional Championships and more.

Jay Fanta, 319-731-4556, j.fanta@tourismcedarrapids.com

St. Ambrose University

Quad Cities, IA

St. Ambrose University features an 80,000-square-foot Wellness Center with a 56,000-square-foot field house. Sports events have four basketball/ volleyball courts to use, as well as the Lee Lohman Arena which has a collegiate regulation-size basketball court with seating for 2,000. St. Ambrose University is located close to shopping, dining, hotels and entertainment.

▸ www.visitquadcities.com

Joan Kranovich, 800-747-7800 ext. 831, jkranovich@visitquadcities.com

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TBK Bank Sports Complex Quad Cities, IA

TBK Bank Sports Complex is a stateof-the-art, multi-use facility that serves a range of sporting events. The 280,000-square-foot indoor complex can accommodate all kinds of events and tournaments, which features a turf multipurpose field, eight regulation-sized basketball and volleyball courts, fitness center, food vendors and more. The family entertainment center has a fullservice restaurant, 32 bowling lanes, 65 arcade games, two escape rooms, virtual reality and more.

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Joan Kranovich, 800-747-7800 ext. 831, jkranovich@visitquadcities.com

The Arena Sports Academy Sioux City, IA

This facility is home to a wide range of sports including basketball, volleyball, dance and wrestling. It features five full-size basketball/volleyball courts, 18 basketball hoops with height control and individual training and club seasons available for both sports. It also features brand-new equipment and a certified performance coach. The Arena Wrestling Academy also offers top-tier equipment and hosts tournaments and matches for all ages.

Seaboard Triumph Foods Expo Center

Sioux City, IA

Boasting 80,000 square feet of arena space with MidAmerican Arena and 55,000 square feet of indoor turf with Great Southern Bank Field, the Seaboard Triumph Foods Expo Center is massive. It features space for 400 vendor booths, has 1,125 square feet of conference space and 3,822 square feet of banquet and meeting space. The turf is ideal for multiple types of sports tournaments and the versatile arena holds 14 volleyball courts and 12 basketball courts.

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Ward Franz, 712-224-1000, ward@exploresiouxcity.org

Tyson Events Center Sioux City, IA

Located inside the Fleet Farm Arena, this 190,000-square-foot multipurpose arena is located in downtown Sioux City. Opened in 2003, the venue features a horseshoeshaped seating bowl with an end court upper balcony. It houses 10,000 seats and 28 luxury suites. The arena is home to the Sioux City Musketeers hockey team, a Tier 1 junior ice hockey team playing in the West Division of the USHL, and the Sioux City Bandits arena football team.

Sioux City Convention Center Sioux City, IA

Hosting more than 200 events each year, the Sioux City Convention Center offers a flexible event setup with easy traffic flow, making the location ideal for everything from small to large events. This 40,000-square-foot convention center is both modern and versatile and can host such sports as wrestling, boxing, billiards, darts and dance competitions. Its newly renovated galleries feature a complete audio system upgrade along with updated lighting.

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Ward Franz, 712-224-1000, ward@exploresiouxcity.org

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Ward Franz, 712-224-1000, ward@exploresiouxcity.org

United Sports Academy Sioux City, IA

This 56,000-square-foot multi-sport training and competition space features a 20,000-square-foot turf area that is perfect for football and soccer. It also features three batting cages, two HitTrax hitting simulators, four college basketball courts, eight youth basketball courts, four college volleyball courts, eight youth volleyball courts and four pickleball courts. It also plays host to THRIVE Fitness, a health club that offers fitness classes.

Ward Franz, 712-224-1000, ward@exploresiouxcity.org

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Ballenger Fieldhouse

Flint & Genesee County, MI

Ballenger Fieldhouse at Mott Community College is a multipurpose indoor facility capable of hosting small tournaments for sports like basketball and volleyball. In addition to the gymnasium, the fieldhouse has quality men’s and women’s locker rooms, concessions, a weight room, an auxiliary gym and hospitality rooms. The location provides access to the community college’s other amenities, as well as Flint’s nearby restaurants and entertainment..

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Amari Steward, 810-600-1404, asteward@flintandgenesee.org

Branson RecPlex Branson, MO

This impressive 35-acre recreation facility is a multipurpose sports complex that combines recreation fitness and sports in one location. The 44,000-square-foot recreation center includes two gymnasiums for basketball and volleyball that are full-sized and features a wood floor and bleacher seating, electronic scoreboards and a divider curtain; a 7,500-square foot fitness center with top-notch exercise equipment; a three-lane indoor track and concessions.

www.explorebranson.com/sports

Stewart Grimm, 417-243-2118, sgrimm@bransoncvb.com

Dort Financial Event Center

Flint & Genesee County, MI

Located just a few miles east of downtown Flint, the 29,280-squarefoot Dort Financial Event Center is home to the Ontario Hockey League’s major junior hockey team the Flint Firebirds. The facility has a seating capacity of over 4,000, and is capable of hosting everything from basketball games to concerts and more. The facility underwent renovations and upgrades in 2020, which includes updated leather seating in the main area and LED ribbon panels that encircle the interior.

www.exploreflintandgenesee.org

Amari Steward, 810-600-1404, asteward@flintandgenesee.org

AC Brase Arena Cape Girardeau, MO

This versatile, multipurpose community center offers more than 10,000 square feet of main floor space. The main floor can accommodate one full-size basketball court or two fullsize volleyball courts. It is located in one of Cape Girardeau’s largest parks, which can be used in conjunction with any event.

Genesee Fieldhouse

Flint & Genesee County, MI

Genesee Fieldhouse is the county’s only domed indoor multipurpose sports facility, capable of hosting a number of tournaments and events. Located in Grand Blanc, the 68,000-square-foot facility is just a few minutes away from Bishop International Airport, making it a prime venue for traveling teams. Its close proximity to Flint also allows teams access to city leisure and entertainment.

www.exploreflintandgenesee.org

Amari Steward, 810-600-1404, asteward@flintandgenesee.org

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Joshua Robison, 573-335-1631, jrobison@visitcape.com

Cape Girardeau SportsPlex Cape Girardeau, MO

With 121,000 square feet to play with, Cape Girardeau SportsPlex is a tournament planner’s dream. Two FIFA-approved indoor turf courses with 32,000 square feet of availability can be used for soccer, football, baseball, volleyball and softball tournaments, complete with spectator seating, drop down curtains and several scoreboards. Six high school regulation sized Hard Tru wooden basketball courts over 57,600 square feet can transform into 12 volleyball courts as needed.

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Joshua Robison, 573-335-1631, jrobison@visitcape.com

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Osage Arena, in Cape Girardeau, MO, has a 16,677-squarefoot main floor, that can be used as two full-size basketball courts or four volleyball courts. The arena also has a fitness room with an indoor track, updated cardio equipment and a classroom area.

Situated on Goodyear Tire’s sprawling campus, dating back to the early 1900s, Goodyear Hall is part of a 5,500,000-square-foot project that houses a gymnasium, auditorium, offices, classrooms and numerous other first-class amenities. Goodyear Hall has a maximum capacity of 3,500 and accommodates guests with special needs. The building is also conveniently located near the newly renovated Goodyear Theater, which seats 1,458 people.

Osage Arena Cape Girardeau, MO

Osage Arena hosts conventions, meetings, special events and sporting events. With a 16,677-squarefoot main floor, it can be used as two full-size basketball courts or four volleyball courts. The arena also has a fitness room with an indoor track, updated cardio equipment and a classroom area. The Osage Centre also has a concession area and a caterer’s food prep area.

Show Me Center Cape Girardeau, MO

Home of Southeast Missouri State University sports, Show Me Center is located in the heart of campus. After undergoing a major renovation in 2015, the 7,300-seat arena introduced a new center-hung video display on the scoreboard, a high-tech audio system and LED panel lit scoreboards and shot clocks and expanded seating in the lower bowl.

Joshua Robison, 573-335-1631, jrobison@visitcape.com

With two courts and a capacity of 5,500 spectators, James A. Rhodes Arena is home to the basketball and volleyball teams of the University of Akron. Along with a sports medicine and training facility, a fan team shop and meeting rooms are also available.

The University of Akron welcomed the $13.8 million Louis and Freda Stile Athletics Field House in 2004 and has been a popular sports venue ever since. This beautiful complex features an indoor 100-yard varsity football training field with turf surfaces and six lanes for indoor track and field events.

Cindy Coontz, 330-374-8935, ccoontz@visitakron-summit.org

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Goodyear Hall Greater Akron, OH

James A. Rhodes Arena Greater Akron, OH

Louis and Freda Stile Athletics Field House • Greater Akron, OH

Woodman’s

Woodman’s Sports and Convention Center project has been in the works for several years with the ambition of creating an event space for every possible occasion that will draw crowds from throughout the region. Current plans include seating for 1,500 for spectators in arenas reserved for hockey, skating and other ice activities. In addition, hardcourt and turf will be included for basketball, volleyball, soccer and more.

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Lori Johnson, 800-487-2757, meetings@janesvillecvb.com

Fiserv Forum Milwaukee, WI

Designed to reflect the heritage, history and personality of Milwaukee, the state-of-the art, 714,000-squarefoot Fiserv Forum is the hub of entertainment in Wisconsin. Opened in 2018 in downtown Milwaukee, Fiserv Forum is a $524-million arena sporting a seating capacity of up to 18,000, depending on the sport. It features 34 suites, three clubs, enhanced acoustics for both concerts and sporting events, more than 9,000 LED fixtures and 34 large public restrooms.

American Family Field Milwaukee, WI

Home to Major League Baseball’s Milwaukee Brewers, American Family Field is considered one of the best ballparks in the league. This retractable roof ballpark opened in 2001 and sits on 265 acres. Featuring North America’s only fan-shaped convertible roof which can open and close in less than 10 minutes, American Family Field also sports large panes of glass which allow natural grass to grow. The park contains 38 permanent concession stands and 66 restrooms.

Marissa Werner, 414-287-6232, mwerner@milwaukee.org

Pettit National Ice Center Milwaukee, WI

This indoor ice skating facility contains two international-sized ice rinks and a 400-meter speed skating oval. Dedicated in 1992, it’s one of only 30 indoor skating ovals of its size in the world and is the official training site for USA Speed Skating. The $13-million facility arena is 155,000 square feet with the area of ice surfaces covering 97,000 square feet. The arena itself seats 2,500 for major events on the Oval and has a 150-person capacity Hall of Fame Room overlooking the ice arena.

Baird Center Milwaukee, WI

As one of the world’s most architecturally beautiful and technologically advanced convention centers, Baird Center is a premier multipurpose facility that houses sporting events, conventions and more. With renovations completed in 2024, the center doubled in size to 1.3 million total square feet, allowing for multiple events to be held concurrently. Other new additions include the rooftop Baird Ballroom, with seating for 5,150 attendees, an additional kitchen and more.

Marissa Werner, 414-287-6232, mwerner@milwaukee.org

The Pettit National Ice Center, in Milwaukee, WI, contains two internationalsized ice rinks and a 400-meter speed skating oval. The arena itself seats 2,500 for major events on the Oval and has a 150-person capacity Hall of Fame Room overlooking the ice arena.

Marissa Werner, 414-287-6232, mwerner@milwaukee.org

UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena is a major sports and entertainment venue that features 41,700 square feet of floor space with 8,910 permanent seats and a 12,700 capacity.

UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena

Built in 1950, UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena is a major sports and entertainment venue that features 41,700 square feet of floor space with 8,910 permanent seats and a 12,700 capacity. With no obstructed-view seats, the arena’s brilliant configuration puts every patron close to the action. Part of a larger downtown campus, the arena has undergone some upgrades including a new locker room, major concession upgrades and lighting and video tech.

Marissa Werner, 414-287-6232, mwerner@milwaukee.org

Located in the Milwaukee suburb of West Allis, on the grounds of 200acre Wisconsin State Fair Park, the Wisconsin Exposition Center has over 200,000 square feet of space within the state’s largest exhibit hall. Four large meeting rooms provide an additional 3,000 square feet. The vast amount of quality space available for multiple courts for basketball, volleyball and more also makes this facility perfect for team practices.

Marissa Werner, 414-287-6232, mwerner@milwaukee.org