The world of sports tourism is booming. According to the United World Tourism Agency, it is one of the fastest-growing sectors in tourism. In many cities throughout the country, sports facilities play a significant role in boosting the local economy, creating jobs, and enhancing tourism. At the forefront of this dynamic sector are The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC), the driving force behind several sports, recreation, and aquatics venues that invigorate economies and stimulate community life. As an inspiring testament to our impact, let’s take a closer look at the Cedar Point Sports Center (CPSC), one of SFC’s star performers.
In the tourism-driven city of Sandusky, Ohio, CPSC has become an emerging force. In 2023, this vibrant facility drove $22.6 million in economic impact. Just a year before that, it drove over $19 million into the economy. But what’s behind these impressive figures?
As General Manager Justin Kijowski highlights, it’s the power of sports tourism. “Last year was an incredibly successful time. The economic impact number is drawn purely from sports tourism,” Kijowski shares. “We don’t include our leagues, camps, clinics, or programming numbers in those figures.”
Indeed, the facility hosted 3,622 teams and welcomed over 100,000 visitors in just a year. Further, around 15,000 hotel room nights in 2023 were credited directly to sports tourism generated by the facility, which speaks volumes to its far-reaching influence on the local economy and industries beyond sports.
However, these achievements are not the pinnacle but just the tip of the iceberg. Cedar Point Sports Center is on track to break its record in 2024. The facility is poised to host 46 tournaments and 4,000 teams throughout the year, which is projected to drive more than $25 million in economic impact to local communities.
These numbers make it abundantly clear: sports facilities like the Cedar Point Sports Center aren’t just about the games. They’re about the economic vitality they bring to the cities they serve, the jobs they create, and the tourists they attract.
The Sports Facilities Companies is proud to partner with communities, leveraging the power of sports to make a difference. We are committed to planning, developing, and managing venues that not only cater to sports enthusiasts but also drive local economies and enrich community life. SFC believes in the transformative power of sports facilities and is enthusiastic about the future we are helping to shape.
In our drive to create versatile and high-performing sports venues, Cedar Point Sports Center is a shining example of what we can achieve. Its success story inspires us to continue our mission– contributing to the booming industry of sports facilities and the positive economic impact they bring to cities nationwide.
