We are an economic generator through sports tourism for Greater Grand Rapids and Kent County in the West Michigan area.

We own and operate an award winning baseball/softball complex; the Meijer Sports Complex [www.MeijerSportsComplex.com](https://www.MeijerSportsComplex.com) featuring eight fields, including a championship field that seats 1,000.

Our signature event, the Meijer State Games of Michigan (Olympic-style sporting event), draws 10,000 athletes through 60+ sports in its Winter and Summer Games.  We work with many of our local sports clubs and organizations to host various regional and national tournaments.

Why Grand Rapids? We have:
•	12,000 + hotel rooms (2,500 downtown)
•	234,000 square foot downtown convention center (fits 40 volleyball courts)
•	12,000 seat Van Andel Arena
•	5 facilities that feature 4+ courts and multiple grass or turf fields
•	Grant program for new events
•	and more!

West Michigan Sports Commission

Bringing together top talent, passionate fans, and high school hockey teams for an unforgettable showcase of skill, sportsmanship, and pride. We are here to promote the love of the game and grow the sport of hockey in West Michigan.

West Michigan Hockey Showcase

Ice Hockey

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Patterson contains two NHL sheets of ice. The ice rinks main activities include:  Adult hockey leagues, public skating lessons and figure skating.  In addition to both ice rinks there is a 5000 square foot lobby overlooking both sheets of ice that gives them the ability to host parties, fundraisers, sell concessions, and provide skate rentals. 

Patterson Ice center has 16 locker rooms. 

The arena has the seating capacity of 1033 and 863 respectively 