Sports Illinois Huddle is an educational conference for Sports Illinois, a niche committee of the Illinois Council of Convention & Visitors Bureaus.
It comprises CVBs and Sports Commissions with designated personnel that actively attract sport tournaments and events to their region. Each year, tournament directors and events rights holders convene for a two-day conference to connect with over twenty Illinois CVBs and Sports Commissions.
Each year’s Sports Illinois Huddle will feature an appointment-based trade show for sports directors and CVB representatives to discuss upcoming events and tournaments. The Huddle will also offer exciting guest speakers from the sports industry, educational sessions for attendees to learn about new trends and ideas, as well as a multitude of networking opportunities.
Sports Illinois Huddle
May 18-20, 2026
Get in the game and catch three days of educational sessions, networking and entertainment, featuring an all-star lineup of guest speakers including Bears legend Mike Singletary.