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Smoky Mountain Blog

If you are coming to Rocky Top Sports World to participate in one of our exciting tournaments, stay a few extra days to enjoy the beauty of the Smoky Mountains! Our state-of-the-art sports campus is located just a few miles outside of downtown Gatlinburg, where you can experience a variety of awesome restaurants, shops, and attractions! Here are the top 4 reasons to turn your sports tournament into a Gatlinburg vacation:

While Rocky Top Sports World is known for hosting some of the biggest sports tournaments in the country, we are also pleased to host other competitive events too! One of the most unique events, the World Cube Association competition, is coming up soon and we have all the details you need to participate in this exciting event! Here are 3 things you need to know about the World Cube Association Event in Gatlinburg TN:

If you want to practice for your tournament at Rocky Top Sports World and you have already arrived to Gatlinburg, we have great news for you! There are several city-owned parks throughout Gatlinburg that are open to the public and have excellent recreational facilities! The only thing that you need to bring along with you are any sports equipment that you might need for your practice session! Here are 3 parks in Gatlinburg where you can practice for your tournament:

If you have time between games and want to explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you have to check out some of the hiking trails! You’ll love being able to get exercise and see some beautiful wonders these mountains have to offer. Your team will love getting a break from sports camps or tournaments while still getting exercise. Here are 5 of the best hiking trails in the Smoky Mountains for kids:

Football, basketball, soccer, track, volleyball, swimming, baseball, hockey, and softball: the list could go on and on of the different sports and activities kids can get involved in through school and the community. While schedules can overlap and life can become busier, there are so many more benefits of playing sports as a child than you might think. Here is a list of 10 physical, emotional, social, and mental benefits of playing sports as a child:

If you have an upcoming sports tournament at Rocky Top Sports World, it is important to stay active so that you are in great shape when the tournament date arrives! Whether you will be in the Smoky Mountains for a month before your tournament or just a few days, there are plenty of fun activities in the area that help you to stay active! Here are the top 4 active things to do in the Smoky Mountains to help prepare for a tournament:

Gatlinburg is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the country! When you participate in a tournament or event at Rocky Top Sports World, one of the best parts is having the chance to explore the area. Whether you’re celebrating a big win at one of the delicious Gatlinburg restaurants or spending your downtime visiting the attractions, you’re sure to have a great time in the Smoky Mountains. To help guarantee you have fun, we’ve made a list of the top things to do in Gatlinburg that you won’t want to miss.

It’s springtime in the Smoky Mountains, and the weather is perfect for being outdoors. Not too cold, not too hot! During this time of year, there are wildflowers all throughout the mountains and creatures are coming out to explore. If you’re wanting to get out and see the beauty of nature this spring, you’ll definitely want to try out 4 of the best spring hikes in the Smoky Mountains.

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