Birmingham Scores Big in Sports Business!

Guess what, ChumCity? Birmingham just landed a spot on Sports Business Journal's list of the top sports business cities in the U.S.! We're sitting pretty at No. 38!

Magic City's Got Game

Okay, so we might not have major league teams, but the Magic City is a HUGE draw for big-time sporting events. Think NCAA Tournament madness, a whole bunch of NCAA championships, and, hello, being the central hub for the SEC!

Why Birmingham Rocks the Sports Scene

Sports Business Journal shouts out Birmingham's college sports love, home to the SEC and SWAC. Plus, props to Knight Eady marketing, UAB football's awesome Protective Stadium, and the JLab Birmingham Bowl, a tradition since '06! Let's not forget the city hosts NCAA championships like a boss!

Beating the Big Boys!

Here's the kicker: we outranked cities with pro teams! Portland, New Orleans, San Antonio, and Oklahoma City – eat our dust!

Birmingham: A Sports Powerhouse

"Birmingham is firmly on the national sports map," says Dan Williams from the Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau. "This is a meaningful recognition of our community's collaboration. We've built a rep for hosting high-caliber events that bring visitors and boost our economy!"

Onward and Upward!

As Birmingham keeps growing and attracting even more major sporting events, expect us to climb even higher on that list! The future of sports in our city is looking brighter than ever!