This June, Erie Has Sports on Tap

The Erie Sports Commission will welcome athletes and spectators from all over the country to the Erie region in June, as it prepares to host eight events over the course of the month. These events will cover 16.5 event days, and are expected to generate more than $1.4 million in estimated economic impact.

The upcoming events include:

Crossing the Frontier 5K/10K– June 2 at Frontier Park

Shoot the Rock: Future Stars Classic– June 9-10 at Gannon University Recreation and Wellness Center

Atlantic Coast Baseball Tournament– June 15-17 at Mercyhurst University

Pastime Tournaments, Super Select T.O.C. – June 21-24 at Mercyhurst University

Erie Poker Run – June 22-24 at Wolverine Park Marina and Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel

Erie Frost Softball: Battle of Lake Erie – June 22-24 at Various Locations

Keystone Bass Buddy Erie Bay Tournament – June 23 at Presque Isle State Park Marina

The Great Inflatable Race – June 30 at Lake Erie Speedway

“June is a month where summer tourism really starts to heat up in our region, and we’re thrilled that so many events have chosen to capitalize on the facilities and resources that we have to offer here this month,” said Ron Sertz, Executive Director of the Erie Sports Commission. “These events represent the diversity that our region offers to sports events. I hope that our community will join the ESC in supporting these events and these visitors to create a great experience that will keep them coming back each year.”

For a full event calendar and more information, visit www.eriesportscommission.com/events.