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 Top 10 Reasons to Host Your Sporting Event in Memphis
Good sportsmanship and southern hospitality
  We are a little town in a big city. We welcome visitors with open arms. We look people in the eye and say "Hi." Sounds nice, doesn't it?
An arsenal of restaurants An arsenal of restaurants
  From nationally known high-end restaurants to down home cooking, Memphis sports a wide range of eating options. Don’t miss the barbecue nachos at FedExForum or AutoZone Park – you’ll thank us later.
Friday night lights Friday night lights
  When the lights go out, Memphis turns on. You haven't lived until you've had a real night out in Memphis. From world-famous Beale Street to back alley juke joints, Memphis wins the title of “Music Mecca” – no contest.
 
Sports-lovers paradise Sports-lovers paradise
  NBA, college football and basketball, professional baseball and hockey, auto racing, golf, tennis – it's all happening here in Memphis.
 
Teamwork Teamwork
  We are dedicated to our sports market clients, and we pride ourselves on the success of past hosted events such as Conference USA, SEC Mens’ and Women’s Championships and TSSAA Spring Fling.
 
Home team advantageHome team advantage
 There are plenty of convenient, affordable lodging options all within 20-30 minutes of downtown Memphis.
 
Big league facilitiesBig league facilities
 FedExForum, AutoZone Park, the Racquet Club of Memphis, and TPC Southwind golf course make Memphis a grand slam site for professional sports venues.
 
Venue flexibility Venue flexibility
  On the field or in the convention hall, we’ve got a wide array of venues to bring you the best in your event. We have tremendous reach to local and regional facilities all within 20-30 minutes from Downtown Memphis.
 
A top prospect family destinationA top prospect family destination
 

The city is packed with educational and entertaining attractions for the whole family. With over fifty attractions, there will be fun for everyone on your team.

 
Geographic Location Geographic Location
  Memphis is in the middle of the country, and easy to get to from all directions by plane, train or car. FedEx chose Memphis as its home for a reason.