FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Becca Berger
Fort Worth Sports Commission
Sr. Sports Marketing Manager
BeccaBerger@FortWorth.com
The 2024 NCAA Women’s National Collegiate Gymnastics Championships to Host Event at The Shops at Clearfork
FORT WORTH, Texas (April 2, 2024) – Ahead of the 2024 NCAA Women’s National Collegiate Gymnastics Championships at Dickies Arena, fans will have the opportunity to see the National Championship trophy and more on Saturday, April 6 at The Shops at Clearfork Plaza from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. CT.
The event is open to the public and free activities will include a photobooth with the National Championship trophy, handstand competitions with the gymnasts from Texas Woman’s University gymnastics team, face tattoos, hair braiding and glitter, samples from local vendors, a free Kendra Scott stone to be redeemed in stores, ticket giveaways, and more.
“We’re excited to bring a little glimpse of the national championship to the Fort Worth community,” said Jason Sands, Fort Worth Sports Commission Executive Director. “This is a great opportunity for fans to learn more about this incredible event before the top eight teams punch their ticket to Fort Worth.”
Locals can get in on the action ahead of teams making their way to Fort Worth by selecting a college gymnastics team to cheer for. Fans can follow this guide to select a team.Gymnastics teams will compete at four regional sites to punch their ticket to Fort Worth and compete April 18-20, at Dickies Arena.
Tickets are still available and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
The session times are noted below.
Semifinal Session #1: Thursday, April 18 at 3:15 p.m. CST
Semifinals Session #2: Thursday, April 18 at 7:45 p.m. CST
National Championship: Saturday, April 20 at 2:45 p.m. CST
For more information or interview requests, please email Katie Evers at evers@knighteady.com. To view the preseason rankings, click here. Tickets can be purchased using the link below. Media interested in covering the National Championship can apply for credentials here.
Tickets: https://am.ticketmaster.com/dickiesarena/quickbuy?id=MTQ1
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About Fort Worth Sports Commission:
The Fort Worth Sports Commission advances the city as an international sports destination. A division of Visit Fort Worth, the Sports Commission attracts youth, collegiate, and professional events that deliver economic impact and boost Fort Worth’s image. The Fort Worth Sports Commission supports the development of and access to facilities that enhance the quality of life for all of Fort Worth. For more information, visit FortWorthSports.com and follow on Instagram @FortWorthSports and their Twitter account @FortWorthSports.
About Dickies Arena:
Dickies Arena is a 14,000 seat, spectacular multipurpose venue that was built in 2019 and is owned by the City of Fort Worth and managed by the not-for-profit operating entity, Trail Drive Management Corp. (TDMC). The facility is the result of a pioneering public-private partnership between the City of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, the State of Texas and a group of private-sector participants, including foundations, individuals and organizations. The arena is located adjacent to the Will Rogers Memorial Center campus in Fort Worth, Texas. The state-of-the-art arena hosts concerts, sporting events and family entertainment, and is home to Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Dickies Arena has been nominated for Arena of the Year by both the Academy of Country Music and Pollstar Magazine in 2022 and 2023. In 2023, the Arena is Billboard Magazine’s #1 Venue in the World, VenuesNow Magazine’s #1 Top Stops Worldwide and Pollstar Magazine’s #7 Venue Worldwide in Tickets Sold among all arenas. For more information, visit www.DickiesArena.com.
About Knight Eady:
Founded in 2013, Knight Eady is a sports marketing and event operations group, offering services in the management, marketing and consultation of live sporting events. In addition, Knight Eady partners with events and brands to offer strategic communication plans for enhanced market exposure through branding, advertising and public relations. Knight Eady believes in creating unique experiences that motivate and inspire individuals to reach beyond their potential and develop an unparalleled loyalty and passion for their sport. This is accomplished by delivering quality, consistent, cost efficient and creative services, while applying ethical principles that radically exceed expectations.