Why Indy?

Indiana Sports Corp, a not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1979 as the nation’s first sports commission. Early investments in premier events and venues, along with attracting major sports entities, solidified Indiana’s place in the world of sports.

Now, we continue to build on our historic roots by growing volunteer, member and civic support while maintaining our status as a premier host in collegiate, Olympic-caliber and professional sports industries.

We believe that the fun, positive power of sports enhances vibrancy in Indiana communities. By bringing world-class sporting events to Indiana, we aim to boost the state’s reputation and create economic growth now and in the future.

Indiana. Where Champions are Crowned.

For more than 40 years the Indiana Sports Corp has been a leading civic organization advancing our community through sports. Indiana Sports Corp has played host to over 450 national and international sporting events. These sporting events have led to over $4 billion in direct spending in our community over that time period. Indy has been and is currently home to a number sports organizations including but not limited to the NCAA, USA Football, USA Diving, USA Track and Field, USA Gymnastics, Horizon League, National Federation of High School Athletics and a host of professional sports organizations.

Sports are a part of the landscape throughout Indiana. Indiana Sports Corp is a proud leader of Team Indiana, a collaboration of sports tourism representatives across the state who are dedicated to promoting sports tourism and positive economic development statewide. Team Indiana has more than 20 sports destinations around Indiana ready and able to host events.