TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR THE 26TH GREATER CLEVELAND SPORTS AWARDS PRESENTED BY ANCORA AND MINUTE

Posted October 15, 2025 in Press Releases

CLEVELAND, OH – Oct. 15, 2025 – Tickets are now on sale for the 26th Greater Cleveland Sports Awards presented by Ancora and Minutemen Workforce Solutions. This premier annual fundraiser supports Greater Cleveland Sports Commission (GCSC) and celebrates a year of athletic achievements in Northeast Ohio from high school stars to professional athletes. The event will take place Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, at Rocket Arena, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, OH 44115.

The Diehard District is back for 2026! Admission is $75 and includes a $10 loaded value for concessions, plus access to the After Party presented by Westfield. This seating section in the arena bowl allows the diehard Cleveland sports fans the opportunity to attend the show at a discounted price, which will feature unique fan experiences for guests of all ages. Tickets are available now via SeatGeek.

In addition to the Diehard District, a range of premium tables and package options are available ranging from $4,000-$7,000. These packages guarantee 10 seats and include a pre-show reception, refreshments during the show, and access to the After Party. Packages can be purchased by contacting jbillak@clevelandsports.org.

This year’s Sports Awards will include two stages: The "Legends" stage sponsored by JPMorganChase, that will host a fireside chat conversation and special guest appearances, while the "Champions" stage will feature awards presentations and more.

The evening will also include red carpet arrivals, an exclusive pre-show reception hosted in Rocket Arena atrium, featuring dinner stations, networking, open bar, and silent auction. Following the reception, guests will head to their seats in the arena for refreshments, and a fully produced awards program mirrored on the venue’s big screen. The live awards show will be followed by an after party featuring a martini bar, dessert stations and live entertainment.

Award nominations will be selected in the following categories:

• Male High School Athlete of the Year presented by University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute
• Female High School Athlete of the Year presented by University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute
• Male Collegiate Athlete of the Year presented by H. Jack's Plumbing & Heating Co. "The Super Plumber!"
• Female Collegiate Athlete of the Year presented by H. Jack's Plumbing & Heating Co. "The Super Plumber!"
• Professional Athlete of the Year presented by Physicians Ambulance
• 2025 Best Moment in Cleveland Sports presented by JACK Entertainment
• Jim Donovan Courage Award presented by Cleveland Clinic Sports Medicine
• Lifetime Achievement Award
• GCSC Sports Development Award
• GCSC Volunteer of the Year Award presented by KeyBank

Cleveland celebrity emcees and special guest appearances will be announced soon. To learn more about the 26th Greater Cleveland Sports Awards, visit clevelandsportsawards.com.

A digital toolkit for 26th Greater Cleveland Sports Awards is available here.