Programs

Sunshine State Games

Florida's Sunshine State Games are Olympic-style programs and events created throughout the state for amateur athletes of all ages and skill levels. From grass-roots development programs to the Senior Games, Spring Games and Summer Games, Florida's citizens have the opportunity and incentive to develop their physical talents and competitive abilities.

Of the more than 150,000 participants since 1980, many have gone on on to fulfill Olympic dreams or championships glory.  Thousands more have achieved personal goals and victories.  They all have been a part of a great Florida tradition of amateur competition that symbolizes the true spirit of Olympic-style sports.

As we provide Floridians with the incentive to train and the opportunity to compete, you are invited to participate in the 2009 Sunshine State Games.  The 2009 Summer Games will be held in Polk County.  Click here to find the various sports involved in Florida's Sunshine State Games.


Florida Senior Games State Championships

Florida's Senior Games are multi-event competition for athletes 50 and older. Local games are held in 20 areas throughout the state from January through November culminating with the state championship in December. The 2009 Florida Senior Games State Championships were held in Lee County and the City of Cape Coral December 5-13, 2009 for the fourth of five consecutive year with over 1,700 senior athletes participating. 

PLAY FLA GOLF

The Florida Sports Foundation is taking a proactive approach toward marketing Florida as the world's leading golf destination. The state's new marketing program, PLAY FLA GOLF is reaching out to thousands of golf enthusiasts across the U.S. and Canada. The program features a full-color golf directory and vacation guide aimed at helping people become better acquainted with Florida's $6 billion a year golf industry.

With golf information being the number one request of Florida visitors, the Florida Sports Foundation and VISIT FLORIDA, the official tourism promotion corporation for the State of Florida, maintain on-going distribution of the golf guide to thousands of written and telephone golf-specific inquiries.

To request a free copy of the PLAYFLA GOLF Directory call toll-free 1-877-PLAY-FLA or E-mail to guides@flasports.com

To inquire about advertising opportunities contact Destination Media at 352-475-2200.

Ambassadors for Aging Day

The Florida Sports Foundation, in association with the Department of Elder Affairs, will host the Ninth Annual Ambassadors for Aging Day at the Florida Capitol on Wednesday, March 10, 2010. 

The annual Ambassadors for Aging Day event celebrates older Floridians and highlights their talents and numerous contributions.  The celebration also recognizes the extended role seniors play in our families, communities and workplaces as they live longer, healthier and more productive lives.


Each year, the Florida Senior Games State Championships Athletes of the Year receive their award at Ambassadors for Aging Day.  Pictured above and at left are the 2006 Athletes of the Year, 97-year old Roger Gentilhomme, a three-sport athlete from Dunedin, and Sari Kisbany, a table tennis player from Redington Shores.  Both traveled to Tallahassee for the 2007 Ambassadors for Aging Day ceremony to receive their awards and accolades from Governor Charlie Crist and State Representatives Tom Anderson (Dunedin) and Jim Frische (Redington Shores).

CLICK HERE  for more information on the Department of Elder Affairs Web Site. 
 Enjoy senior talent, entertainment, food and fellowship. For information call (850) 891-4000.


Governor's Baseball Dinner

In 2007, the FSF, in conjunction with the Office of the Governor, revived the annual dinner held for many years prior to the beginning of the Florida Spring Training season.  The event, supported by Major League Baseball Commissioner Allan "Bud" Selig and members of the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame.  Also featured are photos and memorabilia charting more than 100 years that Florida has served as a host for Spring Training Baseball.

The 2010 event will be held February 17, 2010.  CLICK HERE for more information and ticket purchase opportunities.


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The Florida Sports Foundation is charged with the promotion and development of professional, amateur, recreational sports and physical fitness opportunities that produce a thriving Florida sports industry and environment.


Office Information

The Florida Sports Foundation
2930 Kerry Forest Parkway
Tallahassee, FL 32309
850-488-8347
850-922-0482 Fax

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Florida Sports Foundation - Florida Sports Charitable Foundation
- 2930 Kerry Forest Parkway, Suite 101 - Tallahassee, Florida 32309
 (850) 488-8347   FAX (850) 922-0481
info@flasports.com

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