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From novices to pros, Greater Akron is the place for sports. Cheer on the Akron RubberDucks at Canal Park, catch The University of Akron Zips sports teams or take in a pro basketball game with the Akron Aviators. The Akron Roller Derby also takes the city by storm. Feel the need for speed? Barberton Speedway hosts cars, while Northfield Park features horses. Marvel at professional golfers during the Kaulig Companies Championship, or gravity-defying races at the FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby Championships.
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The Akron Aviators bring professional basketball back to the Rubber City as an expansion team in the iconic American Basketball Association (ABA)! The Akron Aviators played their inaugural season November 2017 - March 2018 at the LeBron James Arena in Akron, Ohio!
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453 S. High St., Ste 301
Akron, Ohio 44311
Map It330-434-2786
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The Akron Marathon is the signature race of the three-race series, now celebrating its 20th year! -
Canal Park 300 S. Main St.
Akron, Ohio 44308
Map It(330) 253-5151
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Akron RubberDucks baseball is Akron's home of affordable, family fun! The Cleveland Guardians Double-A affiliate play in beautiful in downtown's 7,630-seat Canal Park, which has the largest HD video board in Double-A baseball. Six concession stands offer parkgoers delicious standard favorites and inventive new offerings. -
888.99.AKRON
Akron, Ohio
Map ItShow your team spirit for the Zips, the University of Akron’s sports teams including basketball, baseball, golf, volleyball, soccer, track and field and the Zips football team, who play at InfoCision Stadium/Summa Field. Visit the website for the season schedule. -
3363 Clark Mill Road
Norton, Ohio 44203
Map It330.620.7784
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Located in Norton, Ohio, visit the web site for the latest race and special event information. -
789 Derby Downs
Akron, Ohio 44306
Map It330.733.8723
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Billed as the "The Greatest Amateur Racing Event in the World," the Derby welcomes the best racers from across the country and around the globe to compete in the world championship. -
789 Derby Downs Dr.
Akron, Ohio 44306
Map It(330) 733-8723
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Firestone Country Club 452 E. Warner Rd.
Akron, Ohio 44319
Map ItPGA TOUR Champions and the Bridgestone Senior Players Championship announced Kaulig Companies, of Hudson, will become the new title sponsor of the PGA TOUR Champions event at Firestone Country Club with a four-year agreement beginning in 2023. -
10705 Northfield Rd. P.O. Box 374
Northfield, Ohio 44067
Map It(330) 467-4101
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With live harness racing more than 200 days a year, and simulcasting year round.