There are so many sports and physical activities that you can enjoy in Naples, Florida. Although golf may be the first choice for some, there are many other fun and exciting activities both on land and in sea that people can enjoy when they visit Naples, Florida and its surrounding areas. The city was voted as the happiest and healthiest city in the United States for two consecutive years just recently. And one of the major factors is the fact that people are more social, more outgoing and more engaged in physical activities such as sports.
Let’s take a look at the action that you can find around town, shall we.
Triathlon Events
First, we get things pumped up early on with a triathlon challenge. This event has been going on for 31 years now and running, or swimming, biking – you get the idea. The brave participants will go through a trial of fire with a 5k run, a 15k bike ride and ¼ mile of swimming. This event is intensive so contestants will need lots of preparation before jumping in.
Lacrosse
It’s time to shake things up with something more rough and aggressive. Many people in Naples, Florida are fond of Lacrosse. This game had its roots way back in 12th century A.D. and the madness hasn’t stopped since. Just like in the medieval ages, Lacrosse tournaments still attract multitudes and the best teams and clubs in Florida all converge in Naples, Florida where the best Lacrosse venues and facilities can be found. Witness their annual Lacrosse tournaments and be part of the action.
Pro Watercross
For those who don’t know Watercross is like motocross, but only on water. Contenders hop on their jet skis and ride the waves while making death-defying flips and leaping stunts. The athletes compete on different water forms, one in rivers, in lakes and in the sea. Each participant is out there to test their mettle in water so it’s an overall a very exciting spectacle to see. Free styling and double back flips are cool and they are much cooler when done on water.
Football
Now, we check out one of America’s most all-time favorite sport – football. For four years in a row, the FBU National Championship takes place in the warm and beautiful city of Naples, Florida. The FBU National Championship will host an extra round in Naples, expanding Championship Weekend from three days to four. Football, in Naples, Florida, what there is more to say, but ‘that’s absolutely great’ so come on down.
Pickleball
This sport may be new to the ears for many, but it’s taking Naples, Florida by storm and there’s no sign that this storm is going away or not even slowing down anytime soon. There are more than a few dozen courts that are dedicated to this odd but exciting mix of table tennis, tennis and badminton of a sport.
Excitement and high-pumping adrenaline wait for the residents and visitors of Naples, Florida. Now, you can definitely say that the Paradise Coast does not only consist of lazy beaches and slow afternoon and evening strolls but a place of fast-paced action too.
