Greater Orlando Sports Commission Unveils List Of 65 Finalists For 2026 Sportys Awards
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has unveiled the list of 65 finalists for the 2026 SPORTYS: Greater Orlando’s Night of Champions presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. Representing 31 organizations throughout Greater Orlando, the finalists were selected by a voting committee made up of members of the GO Sports board of directors. Since its relaunch in 2020, more than 300 finalists have been recognized by the SPORTYS, highlighting the dedication and talent that drive the
Greater Orlando Sports Commission Board Of Directors Grows To 153 Members
ORLANDO, Fla. (January 22, 2026) – The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has announced 29 incoming members to its Executive and Advisory Board of Directors, bringing the total to 153 board members. Incoming members will provide leadership and play a vital role in supporting GO Sports as the organization continues to foster collaboration on innovative ideas and advance its mission of bringing a dynamic calendar of sporting events to Central Florida. This team will offer strategic vision, expert
Valkyries Sweep Zamalek Sporting; Claim First American Club Win in Club World Championship History
After dropping their first two pool play matches to Imoco Conegliano (Italy) and Dentil Praia (Brazil), the Valkyries closed out their final Pool B matchup with a statement win, sweeping Zamalek Sporting (Egypt) 3-0 (25-23, 25-15, 25-23). Orlando finishes the tournament on a high note ahead of the 2026 MLV season and secures third place in the final Pool B standings. With the victory, the Valkyries also became the first team from America in Club World Championship history to earn a match win.“What a great
Orlando Accepts Invite To 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s Club World Championship
The Orlando Valkyries, 2025 Major League Volleyball Champions, have officially accepted an invitation to compete in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s Club World Championship, set to take place December 9-14 in São Paulo, Brazil, marking a historic moment for both the organization and the sport of volleyball in the United States. This announcement marks the Valkyries as the first American professional volleyball club to participate in the prestigious international tournament, sanctioned by the Fédération
Greater Orlando Sports Commission Announces Award Winners for 2025 Celebrating Women in Sports Luncheon Presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has announced five award winners that will be honored during the 2025 Celebrating Women in Sports luncheon presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. The 7th annual luncheon will be hosted at UCF’s Addition Financial Arena on Wednesday, September 17 at 11:00am. The luncheon will recognize the honorees in three categories: Chrissy Elliott (Florida Citrus Sports), Heather Fagan (City of Orlando), and Sherry Wheelock (Special Olympics Florida)
