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Join today and receive local restaurant gift certificates! As a Sports Commission member, you'll receive a $50 gift certificate and a card for a free appetizer in return for your membership! Your membership support is 100% tax deductible as a charitable or business expense. Join today!
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October 2007 Newsletter
The Sprint Center:Defining Kansas City for the Next Generation by Mr. Kevin M. Gray, President
I could hardly wait to get inside!
However, it was such a beautiful day that we decide to walk for the historic groundbreaking ceremony. The jaunt took us all of 11 minutes from our office on the west side of downtown. We were able to take in the scope of our new downtown, and along the way we spotted plenty of parking to support all of our attractions!
We passed through the Cordish Development (KC Power and Light District), turned north and bam – there we were. Face to face with a vision come true.
The fabulous new Sprint Center and the College Basketball Experience (CBE), opened their doors to our community.
It was more than I expected.
I knew the DADT (Downtown Arena Design Team) was essentially like working with the Sports Architectural Dream Team and that ESI, the designers of the CBE was second to none. But, nothing prepares you for the real thing. I was blown away!
Credit Mayor Kay Barnes who was steadfast in the beginning and lock step with our vision as an organization. After several years of intense study, a consensus was established that a new arena had to perform several important functions:
A creative funding strategy was formulated to match our spectacular site that met all the priorities set forth.
What we discovered is that often, projects of this magnitude are initiated with a design concept that materializes ahead of a fundamental financing plan. What we did as a city was to first determine a financial framework that was consistent with long-term objectives of our city. We further challenged ourselves by working to seize the moment and ultimate design of one of the most unique and functional entertainment and sports venues in the United States.
The integration of the College Basketball Experience is very special. It allows Kansas City, the cradle of college basketball, to showcase the most storied basketball history of any city in America. This venue will serve as a catalyst to generate new sources of revenue for our city, and, a new star that will shine for the people of our region.
The state of the art technology and architectural aspect of the Sprint Center greatly enhances the overall fan experience. It will serve as a showcase to an emerging entertainment district that is essentially tied to the Sprint Center.
By anchoring to the west with historic Municipal Auditorium, we may have the most dynamic atmosphere for marquee events like Big 12 Men’s and Women’s Basketball, NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball, the CBE Classic and other events.
We are working on big plans as we speak. In March of 2008 we will welcome the Big 12 back to Kansas City. Along with our other basketball tournaments we will be in a position to present the most exciting month of basketball this community has seen. We will share those plans in the near future.
These defining moments happen maybe once in our generation.
The bell rung and our community answered.
This is our time.
The Kansas City Sports Commission is proud of our role in this initiative. The Sprint Center will serve as a cornerstone of our world class city for years to come. Take pride in what we have accomplished.
Congratulations Kansas City!
________________________________________________________________ NOW is the time to join the Sports Commission! As 2007 is winding down, NOW is a great time to join the Greater Kansas City Sports Commission and Foundation! We’re lining up a number of terrific events for 2008, and if you enjoyed the first Sports Commission Night at The K on July 25, 2007, then you’re in for a real treat next year with more great events, including a BCS National Championship Watch Party on January 7, 2008. (Details to come) Do you enjoy meeting new people or just chatting over a drink after hours with friends? Then the Sports Commission is the right group for you, as we will be hosting several happy hour events throughout the year in 2008. The benefits of being a Sports Commission member are getting better and with a current membership of over 650 individuals, we’re on the move. Our goal is to reach 1,000 individual members by the end of 2007, and we need your help in reaching that number. From marathon runners to football and baseball enthusiasts, a membership to the Greater Kansas City Sports Commission & Foundation is beneficial to everyone! Between now and December 31, 2007, current members who renew their membership will receive a $5.00 discount and a $25 gift card to the Eat PB&J Restaurant Group! If you’re a current member and you refer a friend as a new member, we’ll take an additional $5.00 off of your renewal fee, and all membership payments are tax-deductible…that’s right! Just think, for $50 dollars, you’ll receive the following benefits:
There's no reason to wait any longer...JOIN NOW!
________________________________________________________________ WIN for KC Womens Sports Awards Banquet
Know a special girl or woman who deserves to be recognized for her contributions and achievements in sports and fitness? Then nominate her for one of the awards given at the WIN for KC Women's Sports Awards Celebration presented by Bank of America, Friday, February 1, 2008. CLICK HERE to submit an online nomination form today, email events1@sportkc.org or call 816.474.4652 x 226 and request forms to be sent to you. The deadline for nominations is November 16th, so submit your nominations to get your favorite female athlete in the running and help recognize those deserving women involved with Kansas City sports! ________________________________________________________________ WIN for KC Girls Basketball Clinic with the University of Kansas
The time is here for the WIN for KC Girls Basketball Clinic! WIN for KC and the Lawrence High School Girls Basketball team will host the clinic at the University of Kansas on December 2, 2007 from 1:00 p.m.-3:15 p.m. The clinic fee is $20 and all girls, ages 7-12, are invited to participate. Cost includes clinic instruction, pizza, t-shirt, goodie bag, FREE ticket to the 4:00 p.m. KU Women’s Basketball Game vs. Saint Louis University, and an autograph session with the KU Women’s team following the game. A free, one-hour parent’s forum will be offered in conjunction with the clinic and will feature speakers that will cover various topics including, information on WIN for KC, nutrition, coaching and parenting, and the benefits of sports for girls. Sign up your daughter by calling Ashley at 816.474.4652 x 229. ________________________________________________________________ Thanksgiving Day 5K Run & Family Stroll is fast approaching
The Annual Thanksgiving Day 5K and Family Stroll will take place on Thursday, November 22nd, 2007 at the Sprint Campus in Overland Park, KS (117th and Nall). The 5K & Family stroll will begin at 9 a.m. and will be followed by the Kids’ Fun Run at which participants will receive goody bags and a T-shirt. Local Mascots will also be present to entertain. Register online at www.sportkc.org -First 500 entrants receive a free embroidered stocking cap! Pre-register to guarantee size for free Long Sleeve T-Shirt. For more information call 816-474-GOKC ext. 235.
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