Here’s a way to strike the ground running. Bid on the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Men's and Women's Bowling National Championships, with between 200-250 athletes and 500-1,000 fans. Championships will be held in 2024 and 2025, and the deadline is June 1, 2023.
To get started, first download the NAIA’s Championship Host Manual and Style Guide, available at this link.
Sports Venue Needs: those interested in bidding on this event will need an alley with at least 32 lanes, as well as a ball paddock, area for athletic trainers, dressing rooms, media room and other amenities.
The event is generally held Thursday through Saturday and in the two desired years, the time frame will be:
- 2024: March 21-23
- 2025: March 20-22
Hotel Facilities: NAIA notes that it prefers a centralized property capable of accommodating several meetings and a banquet for 200-400 people, with preference for properties that can house all 24 teams. The room block needed will range from 240 to 250, and the price range is $90-$115, regardless of room occupancy. (Participants will work directly with the hotel to make reservations and submit payment).
Bid packets are available at this link
Completed packets should be sent to Brian Lewis, Championship Sport Manager, at blewis@naia.org. Questions may be addressed to Brian Lewis at either that e-mail address or by phone at (816) 595-8196.
All bids must reach NAIA no later than June 1, 2023.
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