Sports Facilities in Eugene, Cascades & Coast Region of Oregon
Eugene, Cascades & Coast Sports Commission demonstrates Lane County’s potential for cutting-edge sporting events.Introduction
EUGENE, CASCADES & COAST, OREGON
Eugene’s reputation as a powerhouse sports destination on the West Coast continues to grow. Known as TrackTown USA, the Running Capital of the World and the birthplace of Nike, Eugene has a strong athletic legacy. Eugene is not only the epicenter of track and field, but a city that thrives on sport and competition and is literally a community of sports fans.
Beyond track and field, other traditional sports like football, baseball, swimming and volleyball flourish in Eugene’s facilities and venues. Triathlons, trail runs and mountain biking abound in the miles and miles of natural courses. BMX, cycling and disc golf events are growing in size and number. The region is also host to water sports, including speedboat racing and world-class rowing.
The Eugene, Cascades & Coast Sports Commission actively seeks out new sports events for Lane County, maintains a database of sports venues, fields and facilities, and provides resources and services designed to help events and planners succeed. It is the first and primary point of contact for literally hundreds of sports events in the region.
From regional tourneys to international competitions, we have the experience, relationships and expertise to help make your sports event a success. This region, home to the University of Oregon Ducks and their avid fan base, is also committed to sustainability, accessibility and inclusion. Come compete and explore!
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Don’t just take our word for it, hear what these planners had to say.
“We could not ask for a better partner in delivering world-class events than the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Sports Commission. Whether we have hosted a regional, national, or international event, they have been integral to our strategic planning and the overall experience for numerous clients. When collaborating with the Sports Commission, our events enjoy tremendous success.”
— Michael Reilly, President of TrackTown USA
The Tracktown usa legacy
In the summer of 2022, Eugene welcomed the world as it hosted the World Athletics Championships Oregon22. It marked the first time the world’s biggest track meet was held on U.S. soil. We have hosted the world. Trust us to help host your event.
- Host of the first World Athletics Championships held in the U.S. in 2022
- Host of the first Diamond League Final held in the U.S. in 2023
- Host of eight U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track and Field
- Host of two USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships
- Host to 48 Prefontaine Classics – Diamond League since 2010
- Host to 18 NCAA D1 Outdoor Track & Field Championships
- Host to 11 USATF Outdoor Championships
- Host to four NSAF Outdoor Nationals high school championships
- Host to the 2014 USA Junior Outdoor Track and Field Championships
- Host to the 2014 U.S. debut of the IAAF World Junior Championships
Annual Events
Diamond League Prefontaine Classic University of Oregon Colleg iate Track Season OSAA Track & Field Championships 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A, 6A Eugene Marathon Oregon Track Club Masters Hayward Classic Bill Dellinger Invitational Cross Country Event
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Eugene, Cascades & Coast Facilities Spotlight
HAYWARD FIELD
Sports Covered: Track and Field
Hayward Field at the University of Oregon is a purpose-built theater for track and field. The venue has hosted the World Athletic Championships Oregon22, U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field, the NCAA Division 1 Outdoor Track & Field Championships, and the Diamond League Final. The world-class facility offers permanent seating for 12,650 and is expandable to nearly 25,000. Fans enjoy an unobstructed view of the nine-lane track and the first row of seating is at track level.
AUTZEN STADIUM
Sports Covered: Football, Soccer
Autzen Stadium at the University of Oregon seats 54,000 spectators and is regularly ranked amongst the nation’s top-10 venues to watch a college football game. Autzen Stadium features a FieldTurf surface with polyethylene and polypropylene fibers designed to resist extreme temperatures and weather conditions. The facility offers supplementary meeting space and functional surroundings for pre-game activities. Beyond football, the venue hosted an International Champions Cup between Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain.
MATTHEW KNIGHT ARENA
Sports Covered: Basketball, Volleyball, Gymnastics
Matthew Knight Arena at the University of Oregon opened in 2011 and was one of the first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certified arenas in the NCAA. This 12,364-seat multi-purpose arena is home to the University of Oregon Ducks basketball and volleyball teams. The venue features a 65,000-pound center-hung scoreboard and four 20-by-12-foot high definition LED monitors.
BOB KEEFER CENTER FOR SPORTS
Sports Covered: Basketball, Tennis, Volleyball
Located in Springfield, Bob Keefer Center for Sports is a planner’s dream when it comes to utility. The center features a 97,000-square-foot venue with three regulation-sized basketball courts, four indoor tennis courts, three roller derby rinks, 11 volleyball courts, eight pickleball courts, a 33-foot high climbing wall and a fitness center. One of the largest sports and recreation facilities in the Northwest, the center can accommodate any type of event, from small games to large scale tournaments.
Les Schwab Sports Park
Sports Covered: Soccer, Lacrosse, Football, Softball, Baseball
Situated within the Bob Keefer Center for Sports, Les Schwab Sports Park features four lighted multi-use outdoor synthetic turf fields, a playground, picnic area and entry plaza, Bocce ball courts and a 50-space parking lot. The entry plaza can accommodate up to four food trucks and serves as a grand entrance for any sporting event. The synthetic turf fields have a combined capacity of 2,000 spectators, with bleachers and field lights as amenities. The facility hosts multiple annual tournaments.
Dexter Lake (aka Dexter Reservoir)
Sports Covered: Rowing, Drag Boat Racing
With a surface area of just over 1,000 acres, plus its convenient location about 16 miles southeast of Eugene, Dexter Lake is a popular destination for water sports. The lake is home to a fully buoyed, seven lane, 2000-meter regatta course that has hosted USRowing Northwest Masters Regional Championships, Pac-12 Rowing Championships and hosts the annual Covered Bridge Regattas. Dexter Lake is also home to “the fastest drag race on the liquid quarter mile.” Columbia Drag Boat Association (CDBA), the premier racing association of the Pacific Northwest, races regularly on Dexter Lake.
Emerald Valley BMX
Sports Covered: Bicycle Motorcross
The track at Emerald Valley BMX has it all, including a ten-shoot staging area, safety pro gate, paved starting hill, paved corners, soil tacked track and long roll out for the finish line. The facility is fully fenced and offers a concession stand, restrooms, bleachers, ample parking, plenty of vendor space and a wooded camping area. The track has hosted USA BMX Lumberjack Nationals and USA BMX Gold Cup Regional Championships Northwest. The track is thoughtfully designed, meticulously groomed and riders rave about it.
Ted Norman Memorial Baseball Complex
Sports Covered: Baseball
Boasting four state-of-the-art fields with bullpens and dugouts, concession stand, restrooms and ample parking, this facility is considered one of the finest of its type in the Pacific Northwest. The complex is home to Willamette Valley Babe Ruth Baseball and frequently hosts the Pacific Northwest Cal Ripken Regional Championships. RV parking is available, and a large park and picnic area is next to the complex that is perfect for team and family gatherings when off the field.