GIYB Podcast Bonus Ep:1 Florida / Georgia Sports Park
Episode Summary:
In a special on-location episode of the "Get 'N Your Business Podcast," host Alison Shores takes the show to Ops Pizza in Kingsland, where she engages in a lively discussion with Coach Trevon Myers and Coach Shayla Smith. Both coaches, known for their dedication to local travel basketball, explore the potential effects of the upcoming SPLOST vote and the development of the Florida Georgia Sports Park on local sports and community businesses.
Episode Highlights:
Community Impact: Coaches Myers and Smith shared their insights on how the Florida Georgia Sports Park could serve as a pivotal sports hub, attracting regional tournaments and boosting local sports visibility.
Economic Benefits: They discussed the economic ripple effect of hosting sports events at the park, including increased occupancy at local hotels and heightened business for nearby restaurants and shops. The concept of "play & stay" was highlighted as a strategy to ensure visitors support local businesses.
Visitor Experience: The coaches touched on the current challenges faced by visitors, such as long wait times at restaurants due to the influx of teams and families during tournaments, underscoring the need for infrastructural improvements to accommodate growing visitor numbers.
SPLOST Vote Implications: The discussion also covered the strategic importance of the SPLOST vote in funding the park's development, emphasizing how this could transform Kingsland into a key destination for sports tourism.
Community Engagement: Both coaches expressed the need for community support in the SPLOST vote, calling on locals to consider the long-term benefits of enhanced sports facilities for youth and economic growth.
