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Ford Ironman Louisville, Sunday, August 31
 The Ironman experience is one of the most recognized endurance events in the world! With it’s challenging 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile cycling course and the finishing 26.2 marathon run there’s no doubt that the finishers can relish with the recognition of being an Ironman. This years Louisville qualifying event has an expanded field of 2,700 and is quickly approaching the status of being the largest qualifier.
 2008 NBL Grand Nationals to Celebrate the History and Future of BMX Racing
August 29 –31
E.P. Sawyer State Park
NBL GRANDS - USA’s most exciting Championship BMX race will soon take over Derby City BMX Track in Louisville, Kentucky from August 29 – 31. The 2008 NBL Grand National begins only 8 days after the sport makes its thrilling debut at the Olympic Games in Beijing, China and the NBL has planned several new events to celebrate the past, present and future of the sport. The fastest riders from around the world always attend the Grands and this year, the fastest riders from the past will be honored at the NBL Hall Of Fame Awards on Saturday evening.
 Coming to Louisville...
October 25th & 26th
The fastest growing cycling discipline in the United States comes to Louisville as part of its national series. Cyclocross is a great spectator sport with racers completing laps every 6-7 minutes thus providing non-stop action. The USGP fields races for all competitors from beginner women, men, juniors to Masters 55 + in addition to the deepest and fastest Pro and Elite Men and Women fields racing in the United States. Over 600 athletes will race each day.
"We flew in, saw the park and drove the course and the different options that could make up the event, and we were sold. The sports commission made everything so easy."
- Ben Fertic, Ironman Corporation
"This was one of the greatest AVP events I've ever been to. We'll be back to Louisville to defend our title."
- Misty May-Treanor, 2004 Volleyball Gold Medalist
"I never knew anything about the city of Louisville until now. This place is awesome."
- Paul Azinger, Captain of 2008 Ryder Cup
"This is one of the best first-time events ever, and we look forward to
returning next year."
- Leonard Armato, AVP Commissioner
The Greater Louisville Sports Commission is dedicated to attracting, producing and supporting the best sporting events available. We support a wide range of events that offer opportunities for a diverse demographic mix of athletes from all age groups and all sports.
The Greater Louisville Sports Commission is a not-for-profit entity established in 1999. Our mission is attracting, creating and hosting sports-related events and opportunities that:
- Have a positive economic impact on greater Louisville.
- Enhance the image of the greater Louisville area as a premier destination for sporting events.
- Improve the quality of life for area residents and sports enthusiasts.
It is the goal of the Greater Louisville Sports Commission to put Louisville on the map as a nationally recognized "player" for hosting top quality sports activities.
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March Madness Rules Basketball Country
Louisville has once again proved it’s love for basketball! For the ninth year in a row, WLKY-TV (Louisville CBS affiliate) has topped the national ratings for the Men’s 2008 NCAA Tournament. WLKY averaged a 21.0 rating and a 36 share for all of the tournament competitions, while Memphis, TN came in a far second place with a rating of 16.9 and a 26 share. Even for the Monday night final game, Memphis vs. Kansas, Louisville came in a close third to Kansas City and Memphis. Basketball is truly the No. 1 priority for Louisville citizens.
Among the Best Fans in the Country
According to SI, Kentucky's enthusiasm for sports rated 3rd best in the nation*:
- Nebraska, 89.1
- Alabama, 88.8
- Kentucky 88.6
- Mass., 88.3
- Texas, 87.7
*1 - 100 scale, 7/12/04 edition
Corporate Partners
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