Championship Fields & Economic Yields: The Future of West Michigan Sports Tourism (05-31-26)

On this episode of iHeartRadio’s West Michigan Weekend, host Phil Tower welcomes Mike Guswiler, President of the West Michigan Sports Commission, for a conversation about the continued growth and regional impact of the West Michigan Sports Commission and the exciting expansion of the Meijer Sports Complex in Rockford. Mike shares news about the official opening of four new championship softball fields at the Meijer Sports Complex, part of a major expansion project designed to support the growing demand for youth and amateur sports tourism in West Michigan.Our conversation highlights how the Meijer Sports Complex has become one of the premier destinations for baseball, softball, and pickleball events in the Midwest. Phil and Mike also explore the economic impact of sports tourism on the region, including the millions of dollars generated annually through tournaments and visitors traveling to West Michigan for national and regional events. Mike also previews several major upcoming events hosted at the complex, including national softball championships and expanding pickleball tournaments, and the return of The Hartford Nationals, July 10-16, the largest U.S. youth and adult sport competition for people with disabilities.     Learn more about the West Michigan Sports Commission and the Meijer Sports Complex at West Michigan Sports Commission.