Bookings & Bids
Big-time sporting events bring big-time dollars to Columbus. The Greater Columbus Sports Commission works with community partners to land events that attract thousands of visitors and generate millions of dollars in visitor spending.
The Sports Commission is constantly working on securing multiple events, including turning bids into bookings, submitting new bids and identifying future opportunities. Here is a look at what's currently on our radar screen:
Recent Bookings
2008
- NCAA Men's Fencing National Championships (2008)
- National Softball Association Girls Fast Pitch World Series (2008)
Current Bids
2008
- USA Swimming Grand Prix (2008)
2010
- National Association of Sports Commissions Sports Event Symposium (2010 or 2011)
In This Issue
Top Stories
- A Message From The Director
- PBA Tour to return to Columbus in 2008 after 18-year hiatus
- 2008 USA Junior Outdoor Track & Field Championships tickets on sale now
- Sports Commission to host 2nd annual Duck 'N Dodge dodgeball tournament
- Ohio Hockey Classic moves to Value City Arena in December 2007
Other News
- Eleven hotels sign on to new Sports Commission sponsorship program
- Artina Promotional Products becomes GCSC corporate partner
- Kate Kastenholz, Aaron Motley, Jeremy Netzley join GCSC staff