Community Playmaker Summit:SC will provide regional leaders with a chance to explore important topics including how youth sports are transforming South Carolina’s local economies and how to grow and maintain a strong workforce in your city.
Attendees will learn how thriving venues – like the John T. Rhodes Myrtle Beach Sports Center – have become a powerhouse for tourism, business growth, and community development.
Attendees will also gain actionable tools to address today’s pressing challenges, including employee recruitment and retention in local government.
This year’s event will also celebrate the 10th anniversary of the John T. Rhodes Myrtle Beach Sports Center, highlighting its journey from concept to success as a cornerstone of the community and a driver of economic growth.
City leaders, don’t miss this opportunity to unlock insights, forge partnerships, and set the course for your community’s success.
2115 Sports Center Way
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Mayor Brenda Bethune
Mayor of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Date: Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Time: 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Location: John T. Rhodes Myrtle Beach Sports Center. 2115 Sports Center Way, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Registration Costs:
$64.99* I Early Bird | Jan. 1 – Feb 17, 2025
$94.99* I Regular Registration | Feb 18, 2025 – March 27, 2025
* Agenda subject to change*
Coffee, and continental breakfast items provided
Over the years, youth sports has grown into a $54 billion industry with venues transforming the physical and economic health of communities throughout the country. Learn from our panel of industry experts about the origins of the youth sports movement, the keys to its growth, where it’s headed, and why there are still tremendous opportunities for cities of all sizes.
Catering will be provided by a local restaurant
Learn how this beautiful facility went from great idea to grand opening to 10 years of success
Connect with Playmaker staff and other local government leaders.
Tour the John T. Rhodes Myrtle Beach Sports Center Tour with General Manager Mark Beale. Learn about the operational and design features that make this one of the nation’s most successful youth sports destinations.
Community Playmaker Events are for local government leaders and staff, elected officials, tourism professionals, and real estate developers.
Pre-qualification/Pre-Registration required for members of the general public.
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