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GO FOR THE GOLD

From the mountains to the sea, Maine sports venues have played host to youth, amateur, national, international, and professional-level sports. In 2018, Maine again hosted the Casco Bay Islands SwimRun. Hundreds of athletes from around the country, tethered to one another, competed by running over island terrain, then swimming to the next island, and running again. The event, requiring extreme endurance, is becoming an annual classic on the shores of Casco Bay. Play in Maine Maine and sports—it’s a natural fit. With its diversity of terrain and changing climate, Maine is fortunate to have an array of distinct, unique four-season sports activities. Maine has the space to hold large competitions and the services to ensure they run smoothly. From marathons & triathlons, to cycling, golf, and much more, the state’s natural resources allow for the widest range of sporting events. This year, Sugarloaf USA hosts the first-ever US Ski & Snow- board US Alpine Speed Championships. The best in the sport will compete in downhill, Super-G, and alpine-combined events. In October, Pineland Farms will again be the picturesque setting for the New England Nordic Ski Association’s rollerski race competition, which in 2018 was an inaugural event and the world’s first rollerski competition of its kind. WE’LL CHEER YOU ON Greater Portland is geared up for the excitement of organized sports and our convention team is eager to help you navigate the logistics of hosting a major league event in Maine. In partnership with the Maine Sports Commission, we have the resources to help promote and make sure your sporting event is a slam dunk. “Bringing a baseball event to Old Orchard Beach, Portland and the southern Maine area has been a no-brainer for us. Our event continues to grow with the generous support provided by Visit Portland and the Maine Sports Commission and we look forward to being here for the next 25+ years” —Mark Cooke Firecracker Baseball Showcase Tournaments

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