What type of events does New Orleans offer sports enthusiasts?
New Orleans’ line-up of sporting events and sports venues are sure to live up to every fan’s expectations. The city is home several sports teams showcasing premier events in football, basketball, baseball and soccer including the Saints, Hornets, Zephyrs and the Jesters, New Orleans’ soccer team. The state of Louisiana is also renowned for its fishing and hunting hot spots. New Orleans will host several events in the next few years, including: • 2012 NCAA Men’s Final Four • 2012 BCS National Championship • 2013 NCAA Women’s Final Four • 2013 Super Bowl The Allstate Sugar Bowl has committed to New Orleans through the 2014 bowl season while R+L Carriers has signed a contract to host the New Orleans Bowl through 2011. New Orleans recently hosted major events including: • 2008 NBA All-Star Game • 2008 BCS National Championship • 2008 R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl • 2009 Allstate Sugar Bowl As host to such events, sporting venues are undergoing renovations and improvements. New windows are
