If youre a sports fan looking for a destination that offers more than just game day excitement, then look no further than Norman, OK. This bustling college town is home to three major league teams and an array of sporting venues that embody the citys welcoming, vibrant, artsy, quaint, charming, eclectic and progressive spirit.
For football enthusiasts, the Oklahoma Sooners (180 W Brooks St., 73019) are a mustsee team. The Sooners have a rich history dating back over 125 years and have won seven national championships along with numerous conference titles. Attending one of their home games at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium is an unforgettable experience that captures the energy and passion of this proud community.
Basketball fans can cheer on the University of Oklahomas mens basketball team (1185 Asp Ave., 73019) inside the stunning Lloyd Noble Center. This venue not only showcases topnotch athletics but also features works by local artists in its galleries.
Baseball aficionados will love watching the Norman areas minor league baseball team The Sooner State Naturals (400 E Main St suite A2 , Yukon). With fun family events like Bark in the Park where pets attend with their owners or special themed jersey nights where players wear special jerseys commemorating occasions such as Fathers Day make every game different from another.
When it comes to outdoor activities beyond conventional sports; Lake Thunderbird State Park (13101 Alameda Dr., 73026), located just outside Norman city limits has facilities catering to boating & kayaking lovers while being surrounded by picturesque hills & forests perfect for hiking You may even spot some wild turkey!
Lastly when it comes time to indulge yourself postgame celebrations or relaxations eating places like Redrock Canyon Grill (6410 N Western Ave #104A.) known for its American Southwestern cuisine with a charming view of Lake Hefner and The Mont (1300 Classen Blvd. #150, 73071) an upscale Mediterranean restaurant or strolling through art galleries at the MAINSITE Contemporary Art Gallery(122 E Main St., 73069).
With so much to see and do in Norman, OKs sports scene, youre sure to have a great time while also experiencing all that this vibrant town has to offer.
List of Websites & Twitter Handles:
Oklahoma Sooners: https://soonersports.com/; @OU_Athletics
University of Oklahoma Mens Basketball Team: https://soonersports.com/sports/mensbasketball; @OU_MBBall
Sooner State Naturals: http://www.soonerstaterg.com/ ; @SoonerStNaturals
Redrock Canyon Grill :https://www.redrockcanyongrill.com/homeoklahomacitylocation; @redrockokcity
The Mont Restaurant:http://themont.com/location/normanoklahoma/ ; @TheMont_Norman
Lloyd Noble Center:@LNCnews1
MAINSITE Artspace@MainsiteOK
180 W Brooks St.
Norman, OK 73019
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1185 Asp Ave.
Norman, OK 73019
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400 E Main St
Yukon, OK
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13101 Alameda Dr.
Norman, OK 73026
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6410 N Western Ave #104A
Norman, OK
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1300 Classen Blvd.
Norman, OK 73071
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122 E Main St.
Norman, OK 73069
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