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Rapid City Sports Commission discusses facilities with local industry professionals.

The Mountain West National Premier League Finals are coming to Rapid City May 2-5, 2024, and will take place at the MFC Sports Complex at Dakota Fields.

“The MFC Sports Complex is the ...

During the budget discussions for the year 2024, the Rapid City Council addressed the funding needs of the Rapid City Sports Commission. The city aims to bolster the Commission’s work enhancing the community through sports, by using its "Founding Five" initiative.

The Rapid City Sports Commission, in collaboration with the Sports Facilities Advisory, proposed the development of two multi-million dollar athletic facilities and upgrades to existing venues to boost tourism and meet local sports needs, emphasizing collaboration among youth organizations and exploring various funding mechanisms.

The Star of the West Sports Complex in Rapid City, primarily used for adult slow pitch softball, is seeing its importance rise as sports participation increases in the city.

Rapid City, South Dakota, has appointed its first Sports Commission's Director to enhance its growing sports scene and attract athletes, families, and fans. The director aims to increase awareness of the city's sports events, expand the tax base, support local organizations, improve sports facilities, and foster collaboration among various sports to boost tourism and the economy.

Rapid City is excited to be hosting three state tournaments in March at The Monument, including State B Girls Basketball, State A Boys Basketball and State AAU Wrestling.

“Rapid City is the ideal location to hold state tournaments, especially with...

Rapid City organization leaders expressed their needs and desires for athletic facilities at a meeting with the Rapid City Sports Commission and Sports Facilities Companies. The goal is to create a plan for the development of facilities, including an indoor turf field, improved venues, and upgrades to existing facilities, aiming to benefit the community, generate revenue, and foster collaboration among sports organizations in the area.

Discover the pressing need for new and updated sports facilities in Rapid City as the Sports Commission seeks innovative solutions to meet the demand, particularly for youth events, providing year-round training opportunities and consistent locations for recreational sports. Join their ongoing efforts to secure funding and determine the ideal location for a potential new sports facility in the community.

SDSU Jackrabbits men will be playing former conference rival, the University of Northern Colorado Bears in a men's basketball game at the Summit Arena.

Rapid City Council proposes reallocation of budget to fund Rapid City sports commission.

The Rapid City Sports Commission worked with SFC to create an opportunity report for reinvestment into current facilities and new facilities to maximize Sports Tourism opportunities for Rapid City.