Florida Sports Foundation

The Florida Sports Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation, tasked with the promotion and development of sports in the state of Florida.

[Florida Sports Foundation @PlayInFlorida]

Oh, Happy Day! The long-awaited 2026 Florida Grapefruit League Schedule has been announced.

Visit https://t.co/HnvYRaNiNU for the full schedule and keep checking for team-by-team schedules to be posted soon.

PLAY BALL in #PlayInFlorida!

[Florida Sports Foundation @PlayInFlorida]

In the 1960s and 70s, Florida was a football only state in pro sports leagues. The @MiamiHEAT began play in 1988, and the @OrlandoMagic in 1989. @NHL, @MLB and @MLS have followed.
Visit https://t.co/YvK0STQiCQ, to see the growth of pro sports teams in Florida. #america250fl

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#PlayInFlorida President/CEO Maicel Green proudly supports the 2025 Celebration of Women in Sports Luncheon and @GreaterORLSport. The 7th Annual Luncheon recognized women making a lasting impact on the community. The keynote speaker was Olympic Gold Medalist, @MistyMayTreanor

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In 1936, the first organized stock car race was held at the Daytona Beach & Road Course. Racing moved to @DAYTONA in 1959, the first DAYTONA 500 drew a crowd of over 41,000. The historic speedway is now a state-of-the-art motorsports facility seating over 100,000. #America250FL

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Throughout the 2025 season, show your support of the @Jaguars, @MiamiDolphins or @Buccaneers while traveling the state.
Proceeds from the $25 tag fee supports the team's designated youth charity and the development of sports events in Florida. https://t.co/XKXLrEDDAh

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Miami-Dade County Schools partnered with @adidas, to outfit every student athlete from 40 Greater Miami Athletic Conference high schools. The partnership benefits athletic programs $13.5 million for five years.

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Did you know?

Florida’s first college football game was played at the Jacksonville fairgrounds in 1901, featuring Stetson and Florida Agricultural College. Stetson won 6–0.

Since then, Florida’s college football games host more than 80,000 fans at a time!
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#PlayInFlorida congratulates the @FlaPanthers—an outstanding team that has not only captured back-to-back Stanley Cup titles but significantly contributed to the community. Fans, show your pride by purchasing a Panthers license plate. visit https://t.co/RArydjgtI4 for more info.

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Two days of FSF Summit Peer-to-Peer Meetings offered @PlayInFlorida Industry Partners a chance to meet 19 Events Rights Holders for 7 minute sessions.

Lightening the mood was the @HuddleUpGroup Mimosa Bar. Thanks, your support of the FSF Summit is greatly appreciated.

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@PlayInFlorida welcomes its partnership with @VisitCentralFL, for its MVP level sponsorship, of the FSF Sports Summit, held June 8-12, at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa.

Thank you, Visit Central Florida for your support of Florida's bustling Sports Tourism Industry.

[Florida Sports Foundation @PlayInFlorida]

@PlayInFlorida welcomes its partnership with @PensacolaSports, for its All-American sponsorship, of the FSF Sports Summit, June 8-12, at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa.

Thank you, #ExperiencePcola, for your continued support of Florida's bustling Sports Tourism Industry.

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@PlayInFlorida welcomes @SportsInDB, for its MVP level sponsorship, of the FSF Sports Summit, held June 8-12, at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa.

Thank you, Sports Daytona Beach, your contribution to the State of Florida's bustling Sports Tourism Industry.

[Florida Sports Foundation @PlayInFlorida]

@PlayInFlorida welcomes its partnership with @Kissimmee Sports, for its All-American sponsorship, of the annual FSF Sports Summit, held June 8-12, at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa.

Thank you, Kissimmee Sports, for your support of Florida's bustling Sports Tourism Industry.

[Florida Sports Foundation @PlayInFlorida]

@PlayInFlorida is proud to partner with @FLSportsCoast, for its All-American level sponsorship, of the annual FSF Sports Summit, June 8-12, at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa.

Thank you, Florida's Sports Coast, for your support of Florida's bustling Sports Tourism Industry.

[Florida Sports Foundation @PlayInFlorida]

@PlayInFlorida is proud to partner with @teamip, for its All-American level sponsorship, of the annual FSF Sports Summit, at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa, in Jensen Beach.

Thank you, Team IP, for your continued support of Florida's bustling Sports Tourism Industry.

[Florida Sports Foundation @PlayInFlorida]

The 2025 FSF Summit is proud to partner with @SportsTCSC to welcome Florida Sports Industry Professionals and Sports Events Rights Holders, at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa.
Thanks, Play Treasure Coast Sports Tourism, for your contribution Florida's Sports Tourism Industry!

[Florida Sports Foundation @PlayInFlorida]

🌟Thank you to Play Treasure Coast Sports for serving as both the Host Sponsor and Welcome Reception Sponsor of the 2025 Florida Sports Foundation Annual Summit!🏖️⚽🏀 We’re excited to come together with Florida’s sports industry leaders in such a dynamic and welcoming location!

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🏁 The roar of the engines, the thrill of the race—Daytona 500 is here! 🏎️💨 Show your love for NASCAR year-round with the official Florida NASCAR specialty plate. Not only does it rep your passion, but it also supports sports development & charitable causes in Florida!☀️

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Thank you! We love our work space!

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Tenant Highlight: Florida Sports Foundation. We completed the full renovation and lease of Florida Sports Foundation’s 3rd-floor office at 1203 Governor Square Blvd. Our team modernized the workspace to enhance functionality and productivity, while securing favorable lease terms.

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Congratulations, @ORLPride, for winning the National Women’s Soccer League Championship.

An incredible season full of determination and Orlando pride – and proving yet again that everyone watches women’s sports.