Connecting Sports Event Planners and Facilities Since 2009
Sports Planning Guide is where relationships begin. For more than 10 years we’ve helped you in planning and selecting your ideal destinations for tournaments and events, yet that’s a two-way street.
Sports tourism is an ever-growing business and at SPG we’re always looking out for your input and your tips. Please reach out to us with any questions you have here so we can figure out our next steps, together.
Where to Start Your Research
Like the sports tourism industry itself, Sports Planning Guide as a whole is only as good as the sum of its parts. It takes a collaborative effort to find and plan your next tournament, but our large network of partners makes that easier. Our Site InSpections provide comprehensive, unparalleled coverage of every field and facility on a site-by-site basis, bringing you a wealth of options to choose from.
Named America’s #1 river city, the Richmond, Virginia region is a place where teams want to play, and where families want to visit. Our world-class venues attract sports events from all over the world. Our dedicated sports management team is here to work alongside your team to make sure you’re on your game, so they can be, too.
When you’re not competing, our to-do list includes more than 90 attractions and 1,000+ restaurants. The Richmond region is within a day’s drive for more than half of the US population. We’re also served by a number of major airlines in our international airport. To find your venue and celebrate your moment, contact Jerrine Lee, STS, Director of Sports Development, via email or by calling 804.783.7418.
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