Phoenix homes are definitely perfect for the avid sports fanatic-both for watching and playing. Phoenix fields teams in all 4 major league sports. Phoenix homes two professional basketball teams, the Phoenix Suns (NBA) and the Phoenix Mercury (WNBA). Both teams play at the impressive US Airways Center. Phoenix is also home to the Arizona Cardinals of the NFL, as well as the Arena Football League's Rattlers. Hockey fans can root for the NHL's Phoenix Coyotes. In 1998, major league baseball came to Phoenix when the Arizona Diamondbacks were formed. They play in beautiful Chase Field Ballpark, and in 2001 defeated the New York Yankees to win the World Series.
Phoenix real estate offers more than major league sports. Other popular sporting events include polo matches. For those who enjoy the excitement of speed, Phoenix homes greyhound, horse and auto racing. The Phoenix Greyhound Park features year-round greyhound races. Turf Paradise is a horse track that schedules thoroughbred racing through the winter. The Manzanita Speedway hosts sprint, midget and stockcar races, and The Phoenix International Raceway is home of the world's fastest one-mile paved track for auto racing.
Phoenix homes and condos are also ideal for anyone who wants to join in on the sporting action. Phoenix's year-round warm climate permits outdoor activities such as tennis, golfing, swimming, camping, backpacking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain climbing, boating, fishing, water skiing and skating. There are more than 1,100 tennis and racquetball courts, over 190 championship golf courses and a large number of natural and man-made lakes and waterways offering water sports facilities.
South Mountain Regional Park is said to be the largest municipal park in the world. It offers Phoenix residents and visitors horseback riding, hiking trails and an incredible view of the city.
Phoenix is a vibrant and active community that offers national attractions, events and sports to its growing population. For information on Phoenix real estate, contact the local Phoenix realtor who can show you the best townhomes, condos and lofts Phoenix has to offer. Call Chris at (480) 570-9888 today!
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