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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.
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
Super Bowl champion (XXXIV)
Super Bowl MVP (XXXIV)4× Pro Bowl (1999, 2000,
2001, 2008)
Shawn Johnson
2008 Olympic balance beam gold medalist Team silver medalistAll-around and "oor
exercise silver medalist
Dan Gable
2x NCAA ChampionOlympic Gold Medalist
World ChampionCoached 15x NCAA
Championships
Lolo Jones
3x NCAA Champion3x Olympian
3x World Champion
Zach Johnson
Masters Winner
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Notable Events
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NCAA Div. I Men’s Basketball 1st & 2nd Rounds
AAU Junior Olympic GamesWinter Iowa Games
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2015 USA Track and Field Region 8 Meet
2016 NCAA DIII National Wrestling Championships
Iowa Shrine Bowl (High School Football All-Star game)
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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
515-232-4032www.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.
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Nearby Metro Areas
Des Moines - 35 milesChicago - 350 milesMinneapolis - 215 milesKansas City - 225 miles
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2016 National Beep Baseball World Series
2016 Amateur Softball Association Girls 16U Northern
National Championships
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2015 USA Track and Field Region 8 Meet
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2014 National Junior Disability Championships
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2014 NCAA Women’s Volleyball Midwest Regional
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Ames Convention and Visitors Bureau 1601 Golden Aspen Dr. Suite 110
Seann DeMaris, Sports and Leisure Sales Manager
515.232.4032www.visitames.com
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Greater Burlington Convention & Visitors Bureau
Address:Greater Burlington Convention & Visitors Bureau610 N 4th St Ste 200Burlington, IA 52601
Chelsea Tolle, Executive Director
319-752-6365www.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.
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Nearby Metro Areas
Des Moines - 165 milesChicago - 242 milesMinneapolis - 377 milesKansas City - 298 miles
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Snake Alley Criterium Burlington Monster Match
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Adidas Tournament of Champions
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Greater Burlington Convention & Visitors Bureau610 N 4th St Ste 200Burlington, IA 52601
Chelsea Tolle, Executive Director
319-752-6365www.VisitBurlingtonIowa.com
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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 "ights and interstate access make travel to the area easy.
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Nearby Metro AreasDes Moines - 100 milesChicago - 200 milesMinneapolis - 210 milesKansas City - 250 miles
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2016 NCAA DIII National Wrestling Championships
2018 NCAA DII National Wrestling Championships
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2013 NCAA DII National Volleyball Championship
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2015 USA Curling Arena National Championships
2017 International Jugglers’ Association Annual Festival
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Address:87 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
319.398.5009
Mary Lee Malmberg, Director of Sports Tourism
Website: www.Cedar-Rapids.com
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Cedar Valley Sports Commission
PO Box 4166 Waterloo, Iowa 50704
(319) 493-5371www.cedarvalleysports.org
Executive Director: Jim [email protected]
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.
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Des Moines - 126 milesChicago - 309 milesMinneapolis - 216 milesKansas City - 318 miles
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USA Wrestling Preseason Nationals and Folkstyle Nationals
Iowa Shrine Bowl (High School Football All-Star game)
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Iowa Soccer Association Boys and Girls Indoor Youth Championships
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Battle of Waterloo High School Wrestling Duals
USA Volleyball Iowa Junior Regionals
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Cedar Valley Sports CommissionPO Box 4166 Waterloo, Iowa 50704
(319) 493-5371www.cedarvalleysports.org
Executive Director: Jim [email protected]
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Council Bluffs Sports Commission
Address:149 West BroadwayCouncil 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.
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Nearby Metro Areas
Des Moines - 129 milesChicago - 462 milesMinneapolis - 371 milesKansas City - 182 miles
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Council Bluffs Sports Commission
Address:149 West BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
Phone:(712) 325-1000
Website: http://www.travelcouncilbluffs.com/
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Des Moines Area Sports Commission
Address:400 Locust St. Suite 265Des Moines, IA 50309
(800) 451-2625www.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.
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Nearby Metro Areas
Chicago - 332 milesMinneapolis - 243 milesKansas City - 194 miles
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Featured Venues
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USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic
National Championship
NCAA Div. I Women’s Volleyball
Regionals
NCAA Div. I Men’s Basketball 1st & 2nd Rounds
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Des Moines Sports Commission
400 Locust St. Suite 265Des Moines, IA 50309
(800) 451-2625www.catchdesmoines.com
Katie Fencl, Director of Sports
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Dubuque Area Convention & Visitors Bureau / Dubuque Regional Sports Commission
300 Main Street – Suite 120Dubuque, IA 52001
www.traveldubuque.com
Tyler [email protected]
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.
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Nearby Metro Areas
Des Moines - 200 milesChicago - 178 milesMinneapolis - 250 milesKansas City - 393 miles
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Featured Events
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Julien International Film FestivalApril
Vintage TorqueFestMay
America’s River Festival & BrewFestJune
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Dubuque Area Convention & Visitors Bureau / Dubuque Regional Sports Commission
300 Main Street – Suite 120Dubuque, IA 52001
www.traveldubuque.com
Tyler [email protected]
563-845-7698
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ADDRESS: 2021 4th Street SWMason City, IA 50401
PHONE: 800.423.5724 / 641.422.1663
WEBSITE:www.TravelNorthIowa.com
CONTACTS:Lindsey James, Visit Mason [email protected]
Libbey Patton, Clear Lake Area Chamber of [email protected]
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.
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Des Moines - 120 milesChicago - 337 milesMinneapolis - 135 milesKansas City - 312 miles
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North Iowa Sports Authority
Address:102 S Harrison St. Davenport IA 52801.
(309) 736-6831.
Joan Kranovich, CMPWebsite: www.visitquadcities.com
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Quad Cities Sports Commission
Address:102 S Harrison St. Davenport IA 52801.
(309) 736-6831.
Joan Kranovich, CMPWebsite: 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 $nd in our destination.
You will $nd $nancial incentives, beautiful facilities, 6,000 hotel rooms, restaurant discounts, and specialized services all served up with Midwestern hospitality and affordability.
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Nearby Metro Areas
Des Moines - 166 milesChicago - 175 milesMinneapolis - 354 milesKansas City - 359 miles
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ASA Girls Fastpitch Nationals (2004-2014)
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John Deere Classic Annual PGA Event
USA BMX Youth Nationals 2013 & 2015
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International Softball Congress, ISC Men’s World Tournament 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016
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Hot Rod Magazine Tour (dba The Promotion Company,
Inc. / Family Events,2014 Hot Rod Magazine Power
Tour
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Missouri Valley Conference Women’s Basketball Championships
2016-2018
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Regions Archery, 2015 Central Region National Tournament
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Quad Cities Sports Commission
Address:102 S Harrison St. Davenport IA 52801.
(309) 736-6831.
Joan Kranovich, CMPWebsite: www.visitquadcities.com
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Sioux City Sports Commission
Address:401 Gordon DriveSioux City, IA 51101
Phone:712-279-4800
Website: http://www.visitsiouxcity.org
The Sioux City Sports Commission supports non-professional sporting events and activities to promote a healthier community.
The Commission's board accepts proposals for $nancial support from area organizations, and meets monthly. Sioux City's numerous $elds, trails, and sports venues provide a fantastic setting for sports travel planners and license holders from across the country.
With unmatched community support, championships, leagues, tournaments, and sports activities of all sorts $nd a fantastic city to call home in Sioux City.
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Nearby Metro Areas
Des Moines - 199 milesChicago - 510 milesMinneapolis - 271 milesKansas City - 279 miles
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NAIA Women's DII Basketball National Championship
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NAIA Volleyball National Championship
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Sioux City Sports Commission
Address:101 Pierce St.Sioux City, IA 51101
Phone:(712) 255-7903
Website: http://www.visitsiouxcity.org
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