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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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Use your QR reading app on your phone to explore the Team Iowa Sports website.

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CommunitiesTeamIowaSports

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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)

Chapter 2Chapter 2

Ames

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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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Minneapolis/St. Paul

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Kansas City

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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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Burlington

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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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Des Moines

Chicago


Omaha

Kansas City

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Snake Alley Criterium Burlington Monster Match

Featured Events

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

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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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Omaha

Kansas City

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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

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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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http://www.cedarvalleysports


mailto:[email protected]


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Nearby Metro Areas


Des Moines

Chicago


Omaha

Kansas City

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USA Wrestling Preseason Nationals and Folkstyle Nationals

Iowa Shrine Bowl (High School Football All-Star game)

Featured Events

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

Featured Events

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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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Chapter 6Chapter 6

Council Bluffs

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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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http://www.councilbluffsiowa.com


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Nearby Metro Areas


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Chicago


Omaha

Kansas City

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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

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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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http://www.catchdesmoines.com


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Nearby Metro Areas

Chicago - 332 milesMinneapolis - 243 milesKansas City - 194 miles

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Omaha

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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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Featured Venues

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LPGA Solheim Cup AAU Junior Olympic Games

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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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Chapter 8Chapter 8

Dubuque

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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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Featured Events

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Julien International Film FestivalApril

Vintage TorqueFestMay

America’s River Festival & BrewFestJune

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Featured Events

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Dockdog World ChampionshipsNovember

Winter Iowa GamesJanuary

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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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Chapter 9Chapter 9

North Iowa Sports Authority

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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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http://www.TravelNorthIowa.com

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Kansas City

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Clear Lake Criterium

Featured Venues

Optimist Championships Midstates Horse Shows

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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

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Quad Cities Sports Commission


(309) 736-6831.


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

Chicago


Omaha

Kansas City

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ASA Girls Fastpitch Nationals (2004-2014)

Featured Venues

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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

Featured Venues

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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

Featured Venues

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Regions Archery, 2015 Central Region National Tournament

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Quad Cities Sports Commission


(309) 736-6831.


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Chapter 11Chapter 11

Sioux City

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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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http://www.siouxlandchamber.com


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Nearby Metro Areas


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Chicago


Omaha

Kansas City

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NAIA Women's DII Basketball National Championship

Featured Venues

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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