Louisville Sports Commission

Congratulations to Tubby Smith on being named to the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026!🏀

Smith led Kentucky to the 1998 NCAA National Championship and guided the Wildcats to 10 straight NCAA Tournament appearances during his tenure.

He's also a proud member of the presented by the Hillerich Family, inducted with the Class of 2008.

👏 Congratulations on another well-deserved honor!

🐾 SWAG REVEAL! 💧

This year’s Louisville Pure Tap 5k is bringing the goods:

🏅 Medal worth earning
👕 Fresh event tee
🎽 Custom bib
🐶 Dog bowl for your best running partner

Plus, every dog registration helps support Friends of Metro Animal Services, Louisville, KY 🐶💙

Don’t wait—sign up today! https://bit.ly/45bzzN2

We're proud to support our friends at We Got Next Mentoring as they help local youth kick off the new school year!

Join them for the 4th Annual Kicking Off the School Year event this Saturday, July 18, from 12-3 p.m. at Southwick Community Center.

This FREE community event includes:
🏈 Sports physicals (with parent/guardian)
🎨 Art activities
🍽️ Free lunch
🥎 Kickball with special guests
🎒 Backpack & school supply giveaway
🤝 Community resources and health screenings

Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4yaZ3ZV

Did you know? 🏈

Louisville is home to the Derby-City Tackle Women's-Football, our city's full-tackle women's football team competing in the Women's Football Alliance!

Since being founded in 2012, the Dynamite has built an impressive resume, including:
🏆 2021 WFA Division III National Champions
🏆 Advanced to the Division II National Championship the following season
🏆 First-round playoff victory last weekend

Now they're headed to the WFA Division II Semifinals tomorrow as they continue their quest for another national championship!

Learn more about the team and its inspiring journey in this WAVE Country interview, then show your support as they represent Louisville on the national stage!

🔗 https://bit.ly/4ykwoBZ

🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Fast Course. Smooth Finish.

Tri Louisville returns July 12—Kentucky’s premier short-course triathlon.

Swim the Ohio River → bike/run downtown → finish at Waterfront Park.

Big city feel. Fast course. Unbeatable vibe.

Louisville’s ready—are you?

⛳️ The ISCO Championship hits Hurstbourne Country Club July 9–12, featuring world-class players competing right here in the Bluegrass.

Don’t miss four days of elite golf, big moments, and Louisville hospitality.

Learn more: https://iscochampionship.com/

🐾 Calling all PAW Patrol fans! 🚓💙

Chase is on the case at Louisville Slugger Field for PAW Patrol Night on Saturday, August 1!

Grab the exclusive ticket package to receive:
🐶 VIP access to meet Chase
👕 A one-of-a-kind PAW Patrol T-shirt (red or blue)
⚾ Reduced-price game-only tickets available for adults

Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4v0jki5

Then stick around after the final out for a spectacular postgame fireworks show! 🎆

It's the perfect summer night for the whole family!

Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Chris Redman - presented by the Hillerich Family, Class of 2007

Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Joe Jacoby - presented by the Hillerich Family, Class of 1999

Today we celebrate the red, white and blue—and the power of sports to bring communities together.

From youth leagues to championship events, we're proud to help create opportunities for athletes of all ages right here in Louisville.

Happy Fourth of July! Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend. 🎆⚾🏃‍♀️🏀