The World Wide World
of Sports
Located just south of MGM, The World Wide World of Sports is a state of the
art sports facility that is spread out over 200 acres. There's a 7,500-seat baseball
stadium and a multi-sport 5,000-seat field house that can accommodate basketball,
volleyball, tennis, weight lifting and gymnastics competitions.
You might not notice some of
the amenities of the park if you only walk through the complex. It is not until you visit
the facility as a spectator or athlete do you realize Disney's many achievements. One such
subtle achievement is the fact that 80 percent of the baseball stadium's seats are between
first and third base. Since the Atlanta Braves use the facility for spring training, you
can get up close to real major league ball. Another treat for fans is that the last
row of seats in the Field House is only 35 feet off ground level.
Some of the large, national
competitions and uses for the sports complex are Atlanta Braves spring training, the PGA's
National Car Rental Golf Classic at Walt Disney World Resort, Harlem Globetrotters
Basketball, and the Walt Disney World Marathon. The complex is also home to the Amateur
Athletic Union (AAU).
The facility's seating will
make you feel like part of the action, but if that's not enough try the NFL
Experience. You'll feel like you're in rookie training camp as instructors test
your ability in various football skills competitions.
You can also do some shopping
after taking in the game. There are stores that sell team and sports clothing as
well as a large branch of the Official All-Star Cafe.
To find out about events that are taking
place during your visit call (407) 828-FANS (3267)
If you are an event planner interested in
holding your competition at Disney's Wide World of Sports, please call (407) 363-6100
Admission to Disney's Wide World of Sports
is included in the all-in-one park hopper. Tickets for events are extra.