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Chicago News – Sports Events Culture

Known as the Windy City, Chicago is the third largest city in the United States. It is home to several major sports franchises such as the Chicago Bulls, Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears.

The city’s sporting prowess has spawned a plethora of amateur and professional sports teams. In the 90’s the Chicago Bulls were a household name, thanks in no small part to the Michael “Air” Jordan led team. The city’s amateur sports teams have also been recognized for their accomplishments. In the realm of sports, the city has the highest concentration of sports enthusiasts of any major city in the country.

Sports have long been associated with civic goodwill. One example is the Reach Out and Reinforce Respect program, an anti-bullying initiative spearheaded by the Northwestern athletic department. This program engages student athletes in an educational and social experience that focuses on encouraging youth to embrace sports as a means of fostering physical fitness and social interaction.

The city’s storied Chicago Blackhawks hockey franchise has been around for thirty seasons. The team has won two Stanley Cups, making them one of the most successful franchises in the league.

The best part is that many of these sports events are free to attend. As a result, the city’s sports culture has garnered numerous awards. The aforementioned TSE has deemed Chicago one of the world’s best sports towns for the past two years.

Chicago is also home to a host of notable minor league baseball and football teams. These sports teams are known for their fundraising and support of athletic programs.