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October 2, 2019

Seven FSF Granted Events in October bring approximately 26,293 Out of State Visitors and $18.6 Million Economic Impact to Florida

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During the month of October 2019, the Florida Sports Foundation, a Division of Enterprise Florida, Inc., proudly supports the following seven events, projected to bring approximately 26,293 out-of-state visitors and $18.6 million in economic impact to the state, through its quarterly grant program. Firefighter Combat Challenge United States National Dates: October 4-6, 2019 | Organization: […]

September 4, 2019

Florida Sports Foundation and International Sports Convention (ISC) announce collaboration

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LONDON – The Florida Sports Foundation and International Sports Convention (ISC) is pleased to announce a global partnership in relation to the International Sports Convention in London 2020. The venue for The International Sports Convention 2020 is the new world-class sports and entertainment destination of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The ISC 2020 dates are June 17-18, […]

August 30, 2019

Four FSF Granted Events in September bring nearly 5,441 Visitors and $4.3 Million Economic Impact to Florida

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During the month of September 2019, the Florida Sports Foundation, a Division of Enterprise Florida, Inc., proudly supports the following four events, projected to bring approximately 5,441 visitors and $4.3 million in economic impact to the state, through its quarterly grant program. Tampa Bay Labor Day Tournament (Soccer) Dates: September 1-2, 2019 | Organization: Bradenton […]

August 30, 2019

FSF’s Jason Hendrix recognized as 2019 Florida State University Young Alumni Award Honoree

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Please join us in congratulating Jason Hendrix for being recognized as one of Florida State University’s 2019 Young Alumni Award Honorees. The FSU Alumni Associations Notable Noles Program was created to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of Florida State’s Young Alumni who have made exceptional achievements and significant contributions to their profession, community, society or university. […]

August 21, 2019

2020 Major League Baseball Spring Training Schedule features over 230 Games Beginning February 21

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TALLAHASSEE – Get ready for 33 days and 235 Florida Spring Training Baseball games between Friday, February 21 and Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Major League Baseball’s annual pilgrimage to Florida begins with three games on Friday, February 21 with the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers and Minnesota Twins taking the field against college teams with […]

August 7, 2019

2020 Pro Bowl Returns to Orlando

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Courtesy of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission The 2020 Pro Bowl, presented by Verizon, will return to Orlando for the fourth straight year on Sunday, January 26 at 3:00 PM ET, the NFL announced today. The 2020 Pro Bowl, presented by Verizon, will be televised on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and simulcast on ABC. Additional distribution […]

August 6, 2019

CHALLENGE DAYTONA Announces Junior Challenge Triathlon for 2019

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DAYTONA, Fla. — On December 13-15 at iconic Daytona International Speedway, CHALLENGEDAYTONA presents its epic CHALLENGEDAYTONA Festival. Now in its 2nd year, the family friendly international multi-sport festival has announced the Junior Challenge Triathlon event for youth aged 8 to 17 years of age. CHALLENGEDAYTONA is excited to promote healthy lifestyles for children and their families […]

July 30, 2019

Six FSF Granted Events in August bring nearly 36,417 Visitors and $40.1 Million Economic Impact to Florida

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During the month of August 2019, the Florida Sports Foundation, a Division of Enterprise Florida, Inc., proudly supports the following six events, projected to bring approximately 36,417 visitors and $40.1 million in economic impact to the state, through its quarterly grant program. West Indies vs. India T20 Series Cricket Dates: August 3-4, 2019 | Organization: […]

July 22, 2019

Teams Announced & Schedule Finalized for Inaugural Sunshine Slam

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Courtesy of Greater Orlando Sports Commission PRINCETON, N.J. (July 22, 2019) – The schedule is finalized for the inaugural Sunshine Slam (@TheSunshineSlam), a men’s collegiate basketball tournament that will take place November 8-10 at Silver Spurs Arena in Kissimmee, Florida. Delaware, Oakland, Southern Illinois, and UTSA comprise the tournament field, which consists of a round-robin […]

July 10, 2019

Panama City Beach Sports Complex Now Open – Hosts United States Fastpitch World Series This Week

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PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla.- July 10, 2019 –Panama City Beach’s new Sports Complex, managed by Sports Facilities Management (SFM), is now open. On Monday morning, United States Fastpitch Association (USFA) World Series week one opened up the complex, with the first rounds of a 130- team tournament. “We are so excited to open the doors […]

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