Who we are
Maryland Sports Commission is committed to developing and highlighting Maryland as a destination for sports.
Since its founding in 2008, Maryland Sports Commission has helped showcase Maryland to millions of spectators and visitors from around the world.
OUR MISSION
To enhance Maryland’s economy, image and quality of life through the attraction, promotion, retention and development of regional, national and international sporting events.
OUR vision
To be the go-to resource for Maryland sporting events and Maryland’s sports tourism industry.
OUR GOALS
Attract, host, create and support national and international sports events and organizations throughout Maryland.
Enhance Maryland's domestic and international image by developing and promoting a vibrant sports tourism industry through collaboration with communities across Maryland through our marketing collective, TEAM Maryland.
Encourage and promote the development of amateur athletics and youth sports in Maryland.
Retain existing sporting events that have positive economic impact and strong media positioning.
OUR GOALS
Attract, host, create and support national and international sports events and organizations throughout Maryland.
Enhance Maryland’s domestic and international image by developing and promoting a vibrant sports tourism industry through collaboration with communities across Maryland through our marketing collective, TEAM Maryland.
Encourage and promote the development of amateur athletics and youth sports in Maryland.
Retain existing sporting events that have positive economic impact and strong media positioning.
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OUR OBJECTIVES
Assist with the development and promotion of Maryland’s sports industry.
Serve as an information and networking resource.
Coordinate strategic alliances for partners and stakeholders, which enable them to attract, develop, retain and host sporting events, programs and organizations.