What's New In Sports
Follow updates and developments related to the sports tourism industry in Tucson and So. AZ.
Upcoming Sporting Events
Stay up to date with upcoming sporting events in Tucson, Pima County and the Town of Oro Valley. Find event info and press releases here.
Prospect Wire Tucson Fall Classic- This two-day event is a opportunity for young baseball players to have a competitive tournament experience. The tournament will take place at Kino Sports Complex. September 23-24, 2023.
USTA League Nationals 2023- Three separate weekends with representatives from all 17 USTA League sections competing in national championship events. El Conquistador Tennis at Push Ridge & El Conquistador at Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center will be the host sites for the Tucson events. The events range from 2.5 to 5.0 on the NTRP scale and feature play in the 18 & Over, 40 & Over, 55 & Over and Mixed divisions.
September 29-October 1, 2023
October 6 -8, 2023
October 13-15, 2023
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Elite Academy League West Regional Showcase- This two-day showcase gives 13U and 14U EA League teams to show off their skills and teamwork. Games will be played all day Saturday and Sunday at Kino Sports South Complex. September 30-October 1, 2023.
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2023 U.S. Master’s Championship- The U.S Masters Championship is the USA Artistic Swimming national championship. The three-day event will be held at Oro Valley Aquatic Center. October 19-22, 2023.
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The Tennis Congress 2023- This four-day event is full of training programs made specific to individual athletes and their personal priorities. The Tennis Congress is the winner of the Racquet Sports Industry’s inaugural award for the “Most Innovative Tennis Event of the Year”. This evet will take place at El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort. October 19-22, 2023.
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Pathway Fall Classic 2023- This three-day event will feature top high school talent from the West. Giving high school baseball players the opportunity to play in front of college coaches. It will be heavily attended by college coaches and scouts. October 27-30, 2023.
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3 Up & 3 Down Tucson Invitational Games Tournament- This two-day event is a great opportunity for 12U and 14U softball players to experience competitive play. The tournament will take place at Lincoln Park. October 28 – October 29, 2023
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IWLCA Southwest Cup 2023- This two day event is a lacrosse showcase for young lacrosse athletes to show off their skills in front of college lacrosse coaches. There will be college coaches from across the country attending this event. The showcase will be held at
Arizona Select Clubs Showcase- This showcase is a great opportunity for Advanced League, National League, ECNL, DPL, GA, EA, MLS Next teams to compete against local and out of state teams in front of college coaches. November 10-12, 2023.
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6•4•3 Fall Fiesta Tucson Invitational Games Tournament – This two-day tournament is a great opportunity for 16U and 18U softball players to experience competitive play. The tournament will take place at Lincoln Park. November 11-12, 2023.
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NJCAA DII Soccer Championships- The NJCAA Division II Men's & Women's Soccer Championships will return to the Kino Sports Complex in Tucson, AZ, for the 2023 national tournament. Hosted by Pima Community College and Visit Tucson, the joint tournament will be held November 12-18, 2023.
El Tour De Tucson 5K – The return of the El Tour De Tucson 5K race is here! November 18th, 2023
If you want to run, jog or walk the route click the link below to register.
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El Tour De Tucson - The 40th annual cycling event is back! This is one of the largest bicycling events with over 6,000 cyclists participating in this citywide route. Register now to claim your spot at this one-of-a-kind event! November 18th, 2023.
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Tucson Invitational Games Winter Junior Championship- This two-day event is a great opportunity for 12U and 14U softball teams to experience competitive play. The winners of the tournament will receive a paid entry for one of the following 2024 Triple Crown Sports Summer Events: Colorado 4th of July, World Series, and Triple Crown OKC.
The tournament will take place at Lincoln Park. November 18-19, 2023.
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Annual Sporting Events and Related Updates
For news on Tucson’s annual sporting events, organizational changes, and facility updates. See our Marquee Events to learn more about our major annual events.
Tucson Road Runners- The 2023- 2024 American Hockey League season starts on Friday, October 13th. The Road Runners will have their first home game on Saturday, October 21st versus the Coachella Valley Firebirds. For tickets and the season schedule click the link below.
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El Tour de Tucson- El Tour de Tucson registration is now open! This year is the 40-year anniversary of El Tour de Tucson. The race will take place on Saturday, November 18th, 2023.
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Naranja Park Expansion- There will be two new multi-use fields, a splash pad, four pickleball courts, a walking path, and a stake park/pump track. The park improvements are on schedule and anticipating a grand opening in Spring 2024.
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FC Tucson Womens USL Super League- Some exciting news for FC Tucson Women. On May 16th, 2023. USL Super League announced that they intend to launch in August 2023. FC Tucson ownership group was awarded the USL Super League franchise. The leagues intend to launch as a first-division league, reflecting its commitment to the highest standards in American soccer and a collective vision to be a global leader in women’s soccer on and off the field.
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