Jan/Feb/Mar - 1st Quarter
Upcoming Events

2008

  • Feb. 9 - Great Lakes All Star Open Karate Championships
  • Mar. 1 - US Airborne Gymnastic Invitational
  • Mar. 7 - Shootout Hockey Big Bear Tournament
  • Mar. 8 - MHSAA Competitive Cheer Finals
  • Mar. 21 - NCAA Division III Women's Basketball Championships
  • Apr. 12 - Men's Collegiate / Women's U23 LAU Championships
  • Apr. 19 - Great Lakes Lacrosse Classic
  • Apr. 19 - Alliance FC Spring Invite - Boys Weekend
  • Apr. 27 - Alliance FC Spring Invite - Girls Weekend
  • May 5 - National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions
  • May 10 - Fifth Third River Bank Run
  • May 31 - MJVBA State Championships
  • May 31 - MHSAA Track & Field Finals

Volunteer Opportunities
Events We're Bidding
  • 2008 USA Volleyball World League
  • 2009 USBC Youth State Championships
  • 2009 USA Gymnastics - Trampoline & Tumbling Region 4 Championship
  • 2010 US Fencing DII/DIII/Cadet
  • 2010 AAU Annual Convention
  • 2010 National Assn. of Sport Officials - Sports Summit
  • 2012 US Fencing Summer National
  • 2013 US Aquatic Sports National Convention
New Team Players
  • Terry Bocian
  • Bill Coyne
  • Patrick Cwayna
  • Robert Dunlap
  • Roger & Sharon Schildroth
  • Patrick & Cherylle Secl-Cross
  • Lacks Enterprises
  • MSU Alumni Club of West Michigan
  • Rockford Construction

Join the Team

Become a Volunteer
Staff

Mike Guswiler,
Executive Director

Eric Engelbarts II,
Events Manager

Natalie Rose,
Executive Assistant

Board of Directors
Mission
"...to promote Michigan's West Coast as the premier venue for hosting a diverse level of youth and amateur sporting events, enhancing the economy and quality of life in the region."

Executive Director's Corner
Mike Guswiler, Executive Director

With the West Michigan Sports Commission's inaugural year of 2007 behind us, we embark on an exciting 2008. This past year has positioned us as a strong contender for hosting a wide range of youth and amateur sporting events.

Many projects are underway that will lead to a successful 2008. A subcommittee of our board is working with Varnum Consulting on our Strategic Plan. This plan will implement identifiable action steps, creating efficient and measurable outcomes focused on results and where we want to be as an organization three years from now. Several ongoing sales prospects will provide immediate results in this year, while also creating necessary partnerships for continued success in the future. The work completed around a Sports Facility Inventory Analysis and subsequent matching of state, regional, and national events will continue to be a resource as we strengthen our region's ability to host a diverse level of sporting events.

I am enthusiastic for what 2008 will bring for the West Michigan Sports Commission and for our community. I appreciate the continued support of our Executive Committee, Board, Donors, Team Players, and supporters throughout the West Michigan region. Thanks for being a part of our effort. Until next time...

Go Team!