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The Great Lakes Sports Commission is committed to showcasing the beauty and vitality of northern Michigan by attracting high-profile sporting events and cultivating strategic partnerships. Through these efforts, we aim to bring widespread media attention and increased visibility to the region, highlighting its unique venues, natural landscapes, and thriving communities. By connecting athletes, fans, and media with northern Michigan, the Commission helps drive economic impact, celebrate local culture, and position the area as a premier destination for sports and recreation.
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Doon Brae Ranked as one of 11 Favorite New Short Courses by Golf Digest
Thank you, Golf Digest, for ranking Doon Brae as one of your 11 favorite new short courses that anybody can play! Read the article HERE.…
Smyth Claims Second Epson Tour Victory at the Great Lakes Championship
The sun shone down on the Great Lakes Championship for the first time since the competition started on Friday. But the sun wasn't the only…
Epson Tour Announces New Tournament Addition for the 2025 Season
New event in Michigan expands and elevates the Midwest stretch DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., June 21, 2024 — The Epson Tour announced today a new tournament…
Meijer State Games of Michigan – Marquette Winter Games Returns in February 2024 with Exciting New Sports
Marquette, MI - The Meijer State Games of Michigan Marquette Winter Games is a multi-sport, Olympic-style event that welcomes athletes of all ages and abilities.…
FIS Awards Homologation Certification to Hickory Hills
International Ski Federation approves Nordic ski course for competition November 9, 2023: The City of Traverse City’s Nordic course at Hickory Hills has been awarded…
MEIJER STATE GAMES OF MICHIGAN PARTNERS WITH GREAT LAKES SPORTS COMMISSION TO HOST NORTHERN MICHIGAN HUB FOR 2024 WINTER GAMES
2024 Winter Games Held in Marquette Feb. 9-11, 2024, Third Year for Winter Games Northern Mich. Hub Grand Rapids, Mich., Nov. 1, 2023 – After…
GLSC to Present $150,000 Grant to 906AT Bike and Adventure Park
Grant recipient works with youth to get them off their “devices” & out into the great outdoors on bikes Marquette, MI — The Great Lakes…
Great Lakes Sports Commission invests in Northern MI communities to help build economic strength
SPONSOR CONTENT produced by MLIVE https://www.mlive.com/sponsor-content/?scid=195843&prx_t=PHYIAe29fAnc0LA For Great Lakes Sports Commission on June 17, 2023 at 04:02 AM In May, the Great Lakes Sports Commission (GLSC) invested…
GLSC to Provide $150,000 for Winter Sports Park All-Season Pavilion to Help Create a Year-Round Destination
Petoskey, Mich. — Funding from the Great Lakes Sports Commission (GLSC) will help move the Petoskey Winter Sports Park closer to becoming a year round…
GLSC Presents $150,000 Grant to Sault CVB for I-500 Track Renovation Project
GLSC Grant to Kick Start Fundraising Effort to Help Create Year-Round facility & Tourism Attraction Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. — Fundraising efforts to upgrade the I-500,…
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