TOPEKA SPORTS

Topeka is a great place to catch a game, match or meet with several sports represented in the capital city. Recent construction and venue upgrades have made the city a contender for notable sports events.

From collegiate to youth meets, Washburn University’s new indoor track-and-field facility is quickly becoming one of the best in the nation. This 200-meter banked track will host the 2023 N.J.C.A.A. Indoor Men’s and Women’s National Championships, the facility’s unique dual-layout design offers athletes a great experience on both track and turf. With space for 1,000 spectators, there isn’t a bad seat in the house!

A July tradition for nearly 20 years, the Sunflower State Games is a multi-sport competition that takes place annually over three weekends at event venues across Topeka. This qualifier for the National State Games provides Kansans from various age groups and backgrounds the chance to compete in their chosen disciplines, showcasing their talents at the state level. Everything from swimming to cornhole can be found at hosting locations across the city, including Hummer Sports Park, Stormont Vail Events Center, and Topeka’s many courts and ballparks.

Speaking of courts, Kossover Tennis Center is one of the Midwest’s premier tennis facilities and is home to the Topeka Tennis Association. This facility has 18 well-lit courts along with a clubhouse, and hosts many tournaments at the league, adult league, high school, and collegiate levels.

The “Top City” marks wouldn’t be complete without softball and baseball. The Bettis Sports Complex and Lake Shawnee Girls Softball Complex provide baseball and softball players with spectacular views of Lake Shawnee. New turf fields were recently installed at the softball complex, resulting in nine turf fields at the lake. Nearby amenities are plentiful, allowing for many games throughout the year.

Stormont Vail Events Center

Renovation of the Stormont Vail Events Center brought renewed interest to Topeka with the addition of the Topeka Tropics preparing to kick off their second season in February 2023. The Topeka Tropics Arena Football team will compete in the Champions Indoor Football League, and home games will be played in the event center’s Landon Arena. Visit GoTropics.fun for information about how to secure your season tickets! In addition to football, Landon Arena will host the Kansas Kids Wrestling Championships, the Harlem Globetrotters, Blizzard Bash Demolition Derby, and many more events in 2023. Visit StormontVailEventsCenter. com/events for more information.

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