Rockford Region Sports

Our Region Builds Champions

For more than 40 years, the Rockford Region has been a leader in sports tourism, hosting tournaments, championships, and sporting events that bring athletes, families, and fans from across the Midwest and beyond. From premier indoor venues to expansive outdoor sports complexes, our region offers the facilities, accessibility, and hospitality needed to deliver exceptional event experiences.

GoRockford's award-winning sports team works closely with event organizers to provide planning support, venue connections, and local expertise. Since 2016, GoRockford has earned five national industry awards and helped generate millions of dollars in economic impact through successful sports tourism events hosted throughout the region.

Why Host in the Rockford Region?

Premier Sports Facilities

The Rockford Region's premier sports facilities provide versatile, championship-caliber venues for events of every size and skill level. From the downtown Sports Factory, featuring indoor courts and flexible event space, to Mercyhealth Sportscore One, a multi-sport complex hosting baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, and more, the region offers exceptional options for tournament organizers. Mercyhealth Sportscore Two, one of the largest sports complexes in the Midwest, welcomes large-scale soccer, cross country, and championship events, while Clarence Hicks Sports Complex features a modern artificial turf field and stadium, an eight-lane running track, dedicated areas for throw and jump events, and seating for up to 1,000 spectators. Together, these facilities help make the Rockford Region a nationally recognized leader in sports tourism, youth athletics, community recreation, and event hosting.

Accessible Midwest Location

Conveniently located near Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, and other major markets, the Rockford Region makes travel easy for teams and spectators.

Dedicated Event Support

From site selection and hotel coordination to marketing assistance and community engagement, GoRockford helps event organizers create winning experiences.

Tournament Housing Assistance

Finding the right accommodations is an important part of a successful event. GoRockford Sports works with tournament organizers to help identify hotel options that fit the needs of teams, officials, and spectators. Explore our Tournament Housing Assistance resources to learn more about available lodging support and group booking opportunities.

Submit an RFP

Planning a tournament, championship, or sporting event? The GoRockford Sports team can help connect you with the right venues, lodging partners, and local resources to ensure a successful event. Submit a Request for Proposal (RFP) to start the conversation and discover why the Rockford Region is a premier destination for sports tourism.