IDA Membership Meeting: Attracting Large-Scale Sports Tournaments to Your Area
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In this special episode, recorded at the Illinois Destinations Association's Fall Meeting in Danville, IL, we're chatting with an all-star panel to spotlight the remarkable legacy of the NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Tournament, which has been hosted in Danville for an impressive 33 consecutive years.
You'll hear from Scott Eisenhower, who helps drive the tournament's success as a committee member; Mike Hulvey, media representative and national radio industry leader; Brian Hensgen, chair of the championship committee; and Tim Bunton, athletic director at Danville Area Community College. Together, they share how this iconic tournament has grown—from welcoming just eight teams in its early days to now hosting twenty—and why it serves as a powerful anchor for Danville’s community spirit and economy.
Discover behind-the-scenes stories, the tournament’s impact on local youth and businesses, and how Danville has become a destination for basketball fans nationwide. Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, a destination marketer, or simply someone who loves hearing about community-driven events, this episode highlights the lasting magic of sports and local collaboration. So get ready to dive into the energy and excitement of one of the country’s longest-running junior college basketball championships!
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Learn more about Danville, IL local attractions and experiences by visiting the Danville Area Visitors Bureau website at https://www.visitdanvillearea.com/ or on these social sites:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danvillecvb
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danvillecvb/
2026 NJCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Championships: https://www.visitdanvillearea.com/event/2026-njcaa-division-ii-mens-basketball-championships/
Event Tags: Basketball, Championships, DACC, Division II, Men's, NJCAA
Website: https://www.njcaa.org/championships/sports/mbkb/div2/index
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Illinois Destinations Association, Danville Area Visitors Bureau, Basketball, Championships, DACC, Division II, Men's, NJCAA, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast
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