2011 Clarksville Sports Festival to feature a variety of sports, athletic and outdoor activities this weekend

Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation is kicking off its first-annual Clarksville Sports Festival to be held March 25th-26th, at the Foy Fitness Center located on the campus of Austin Peay State University, with a variety of sports, athletic and outdoor activities for the entire family.

The two-day celebration of sports and athletics in Clarksville and Montgomery County will feature several “zones” that will include not only clinics, demonstrations and interactive areas, but also seminars and even an exposition area where over 25 of Clarksville and Montgomery County’s athletic and outdoor clubs and organizations will come together in one location.

As a part of the Clinic & Demonstration Zone, Clarksville Sports Festival will feature the Walden’s Puddle Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center’s Raptor Show as well as an authentic race car from the Clarksville Speedway and Fairgrounds.

In addition to the “zones,” there will be hourly giveaways to include restaurant gift cards, a Louisville Slugger baseball bat, rounds of golf at local courses, tickets to see the Harlem Globetrotters and 2 pool passes valued at $60.00-$200.00, as well as a Minute-to-Win-It game area where Festival-goers can receive prizes. There will also be a Meet-and-Greet hour with Clarksville-native and former NBA Forward, Trenton Hassell.

Clarksville Sports Festival will take place from 1:00pm to 9:00pm Friday, March 25th and Saturday, March 26th from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Cost of admission and participation is free.

For more details on the 2011 Clarksville Parks Sports Festival, please contact Parks and Recreation at 931-645-7476. Or visit www.cityofclarksville.com.