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Sports - Glendale’s Got Game!
Crack of the bat. Rev of the engine. Thud of a perfect tackle. Crunch of a shoulder into the glass. Forget your serenity CD, these are the new sounds of the desert. Or at least in the desert of Glendale and the West Valley - an area fast becoming the nation's newest sports mecca with a lineup of professional football, hockey, Spring Training baseball, auto racing, AVP Pro Beach Volleyball, NCAA Regionals and home to the Annual Tostitos Fiesta Bowl and the 2008 Super Bowl - all of which exude, embrace and even fuel, that famous Arizona Heat. Keep informed on all the latest Glendale Mega Event information by visiting www.GlendalesGotGame.com.
Sports in Arizona
From baseball, hockey and football, to rugby and Nordic centers, this brochure will give you a listing of sports to be found in the Valley and beyond. Click here (PDF)
University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, AZ
 For all the info on the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, AZ - Home of the Arizona Cardinals, visit www.universityofphoenixstadium.com.
Stadium Tours - Get a closeup look at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.
The University of Phoenix Stadium is unlike any other in the world and a marvel of design, engineering and technology. Go behind-the-scenes in this breathtaking new facility as University of Phoenix Stadium has set the standard for multi-purpose sports and entertainment complexes and features the only rollout field and retractable roof stadium in the world. Don't miss seeing this state-of-the-art, world class facility! Tour the University of Phoenix Stadium More Info>>>
Tour Overview
Guests become part of the action, as they are led through the stadium by one of our expert guides! The hour and a half long experience will entertain and educate everyone from those who can’t tell a first down from a touchdown to the die-hard football fanatic! Do not forget your camera to capture the scenes from our awe-inspiring viewpoints. Please note: Tours will include approximately one mile of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes. They will utilize ramps and elevators (no stairs). Tours are 100% wheelchair accessible.
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Jobing.com Arena - Home of the NHL Coyotes
 Jobing.com Arena is an award-winning, state-of-the-art, multi-purpose facility that host national and international chart-topping recording artists, a variety of sporting events and exciting family shows each year. Owned by the City of Glendale, Jobing.com Arena is home to the National Hockey League Phoenix Coyotes and has established itself as Arizona’s premiere sports and entertainment facility.
With two separate concourses on two seating levels, Jobing.com Arena provides guests with non-restricted views of the action featuring an intimate seating bowl with all the modern amenities.
Recipient of the Pollstar Best New Concert Venue of the Year in 2004 and recognized as azcentral.com’s Best Sporting Venue and Best Major Concert Venue in Phoenix year-after-year, Jobing.com Arena has hosted some of the biggest names in entertainment today.
Address:
9400 W. Maryland Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85303
Phone: (623) 772-3200
www.jobingarena.com
For all the Coyotes Hockey action and special events taking place at the Jobing.com Arena, visit www.jobingarena.com.
Phoenix Coyotes
 The National Hockey League Phoenix Coyotes have played hockey in the desert since moving from Winnipeg for the 1996-97 season. The team now calls Jobing.com Arena in Glendale its home.
The Coyotes continue to work for a “Whiteout” – a popular tradition that started in Winnipeg but quickly carried over to Phoenix hockey fans – that involves all fans dressing in white during home postseason games. The Phoenix Coyotes Corporate Office is located in Westgate City Center at 6751 N. Sunset Blvd. #200, Glendale, Arizona 85305, Phone: 623-772-3200, Fax: 623-772-3201.
All Coyotes home games are played at Jobing.com Arena located at 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, AZ 85305 in the Westgate City Center.
Group Ticket Sales
Tickets are available at www.PhoenixCoyotes.com, by calling 480-563-PUCK (7825), visiting the Jobing.com Arena Box Office, all Ticketmaster locations or charge-by-phone at 480-784-4444. For information on group tickets call 623-463-8844.
Spring Training in Glendale
 Camelback Ranch - Glendale
10710 W. Camelback Road
623-877-8585
Cactus League Spring Training fever joins Glendale's all-star lineup of sports offerings this season with the opening of the state-of-the-art Camelback Ranch in Glendale. The new Spring Training home for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox, Camelback Ranch in Glendale is located on 125 acres at 111th Avenue, west of the Loop 101 between Camelback Road and Glendale Avenue, and reaches across both Glendale and Phoenix city borders. The first-rate baseball facility includes more than 118,000 square feet of Major and Minor League clubhouse space, 13 full baseball fields and three half-fields. Visit www.camelbackranchbaseball.com for team and ticket information.
Details of the project are as follows:
The facility consists of a 10,000-seat stadium, with 3,000 lawn seats
118,000 sq. feet of major and minor league clubhouses for the two teams
Four major league practice fields
Eight minor league practice fields
Two practice infields
The site includes parking to accommodate 5,000 vehicles
For more information about Spring Training in Glendale visit www.glendaleaz.com/SpringTraining/
Golf Courses
 Are you in the swing? Check out these Glendale and West Valley golf courses:
In Glendale:
Glen Lakes Municipal Golf Course
5450 W. Northern Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301
www.glendaleaz.com
623-939-7541
9 Hole Par 33 Course
Glendale’s premier 9 hold golf course and driving range
Lighted driving range and practice facility open until 10 p.m.
Desert Mirage Golf Course
8710 W. Maryland Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85305
www.desertmiragegolf.com
(623) 772-0110
Desert Mirage Golf Course is a public golf course and pro shop that allows you to play, take lessons, or buy and rent all the equipment you need. Whether you are looking to play 9 holes with your buddies on Saturday or to pick up some new balls and clubs, we are the place for you!
The Legend at Arrowhead
21027 N. 67th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308
623-561-1902
www.legendarrowhead.americangolf.com
The Legend at Arrowhead course is set among six lakes and mature palm trees creating a beautiful links style layout. The undulating greens offer a level of excitement unmatched among Arizona golf courses. The course also features a large number of fairway bunkers and many doglegs. Expect to have all of your golf skills put to the test.
Additional West Valley Courses:
Copper Canyon Golf Club
26577 W. Desert Vista Blvd.
Buckeye, AZ 85396
928-252-6783
www.coppercanyongolfclub.com
Experience Troon Golf®
Coldwater Golf Club
100 N. Club House Dr.
Avondale, AZ 85323
623-932-9000
www.coldwatergolfclub.com
Voted “Best Course to Play on a Budget.”
Falcon Golf Club
15152 W. Camelback Rd.
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
623-935-7800
www.falcongolfclub.com
1st class golf at affordable rates
Raven Golf Club at Verrado
4242 N. Golf Dr.
Buckeye, AZ 85326
www.ravengolf.com
With breathtaking views and a thrilling design crafted by Tom Lehman and John Foughts, the Raven Golf Club at Verrado combines the finest elements of Arizona golf with the legendary Raven standards for service.
Villa de Paz
4220 N. 103rd Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85037
623-877-1171
www.villadepazgolf.com
Voted the “Best, inexpensive 18-holes in the Valley of the Sun.”
Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa
300 E. Wigwam Blvd.
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
623-935-3811
www.VisitTheWigwam.com
Challenge yourself to Arizona’s only resort with 54 holes of Championship golf. Refine your swing at the acclaimed Jim McLean golf school.
Racquet Center
Paseo Racquet Center
Glendale's award-winning tennis facility.
6268 W. Thunderbird Rd.
623-979-1234
http://www.paseoracquetcenter.com/
For Team and Ticket Information
 Cardinals Football
Phone: 623-266-5000
www.azcardinals.com
Camelback Ranch Stadium in Glendale
Phone: 623-877-8585
www.camelbackranchbaseball.com
Coyotes Hockey
Phone: 480-563-PUCK
www.PhoenixCoyotes.com
Los Angeles Dodgers Spring Training
www.cactusleague.com
Chicago White Sox Spring Training
www.cactusleague.com
Kansas City Royals Spring Training
Phone: 623-594-5600
www.surpriseaz.com
Phoenix International Raceway
Phone: 602-252-2227
www.phoenixinternationalraceway.com
San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners Spring Training
Tickets: 800-677-1227
www.peoriaaz.gov/sportscomplex/
Texas Rangers Spring Training
Phone: 623-594-5600
www.surpriseaz.com
Tostitos Fiesta Bowl
Phone: 480-350-0900
www.fiestabowl.org
Victory Lane Sports Park
22603 N. 43rd Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85310
623-581-6000
Arizona’s Finest Recreational Sports Facility
Clean, Fun & Family-Friendly Atmosphere
Sports Leagues & Tournaments, Corporate Events & Parties, Team Building & Meeting, 2nd Story Sports Bar & Grill, 6 Lighted Sand Courts, Batting Cages & Playground
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