Awards & Recognition

A catalyst for civic benefit, economic development and charitable good, the St. Louis Sports Commission is proud to be recognized as a leader in its industry and in the St. Louis community.  Here is a list of awards and honors the Sports Commission has been grateful to receive for its impact on the St. Louis region.


2000 Sporting News “Best Sports City”
2001 St. Louis RCGA “Sold on Saint Louis” Award
2002 National Association of Sports Commissions “Member of the Year”
2002 Saint Louis Attractions Association “Spirit of St. Louis” Award
2003 National Association of Sports Commissions Outstanding Website
2005 National Association of Sports Commissions “Member of the Year”
2005 Downtown St. Louis Partnership Levee Stone Award
2006 FOCUS St. Louis “What’s Right With the Region” Award
2006 Epworth Children and Family Services “Pillar of Strength” Award
2006 Saint Louis University Soccer “Twelfth Man” Award
2007 St. Louis RCGA Top 50 Award


Awards of recognition and commendation from Maryville University, the National Wrestling Coaches Association, Spirit of St. Louis Marathon, State Games of America, USA Diving, and USA Gymnastics.