INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — There’s more to the U.S. Olympic Swimming Team Trials this summer than just swimming.
Kicking off the special event, the June 14th Georgia Street Block Party will feature local funk rock band The Main Squeeze. The next day will feature multiple concerts and parties, including a Taylor Swift-themed party.
A “swim up bar” will also open in the middle block of Georgia Street, but you won't have to take a bath. The bar will be decorated with pool party and swim lane decorations.
This story was created based on a script that was broadcast on WISH-TV.
“USA Swimming LIVE Hosted by Purdue University, Eiffel Tower Replica, Free Concert Series Held During U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Swimming
“INDIANAPOLIS – A 66-foot-tall replica of France’s global cultural icon, the Eiffel Tower, will be unveiled in June as part of the USA Swimming LIVE Presented by Purdue University activation in downtown Indianapolis. will be located at Georgia Street and Capitol Avenue for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Swimming, Indiana Sports, along with key partners, announced Tuesday.
“A 19,000-pound replica tower presented by AES Indiana and the OneAmerica Financial Concert Series are the highlights of a 10-day family-friendly extravaganza called “USA Swimming Live Presented by Purdue University.'' The activation is themed around pools, swimming and water in honor of her nine-day U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Swimming, which will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium from June 15th to 23rd. The tower, made of Indiana steel, is being constructed by the Latina Welding Union and is scheduled to be installed June 10 in advance of the swim test.
“The U.S. Olympic Swimming Games in Indianapolis is expected to draw more than 250,000 spectators over nine days, setting a new record for the largest swimming event in history. , more than 1,000 athletes will compete for 52 spots representing Team USA, with an estimated economic impact of more than $100 million.
“USA Swimming LIVE, hosted by Purdue University, which welcomes fans free of charge, kicks off June 14 at 5 p.m. with a starting block party featuring Bloomington-based high-energy funk band The Main Squeeze. will perform at the OneAmerica Financial Stage on Georgia Street from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
“Following the block party, the OneAmerica Financial Stage will present musical performances and programs from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. daily from June 15th to 23rd. Liner acts include: The concert lineup is also free and open to the public and was curated by Forty5 Presents.
“June 15th – Lovely the Band
“June 16th – John Driskel Hopkins (Zac Brown Band Hop)”
“June 17th – Motet”
“June 18th – Saved in the 90s”
“June 19th – Britney Spencer”
“June 20th – Taylor Swift Night: Taylor Party”
“June 21st – Fastball
“June 22nd TBA”
“June 23rd – 6ft Blonde”
“In addition to the Eiffel Tower replica and the OneAmerica Financial Concert Series, USA Swimming LIVE, hosted by Purdue University, will feature art, food and drink, and a variety of activities for all ages. And during the nine-day U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials, the theme of Swimming, Water and Paris will play out throughout downtown Indianapolis.
“Indiana Sports Corporation and USA Swimming are making a lasting impact on the lives of Hoosiers with the Swim IN Safety program, working steadily towards the goal of educating 50,000 Indiana residents about water safety by the end of 2024. The program has now reached its halfway point and more than 25,000 people have participated in the program.
“Additional highlights are listed below.
“• The Swim Up Bar is located in the middle block of Georgia Street, but patrons don't have to wear swimsuits to enjoy it. The bar is decorated with pool his parties and swim lanes, making it a place to relax between swimming trial sessions. Enjoy cold drinks and local cuisine. The local downtown business community is encouraged to utilize this spot to hold meetings and connect with colleagues and friends.
“• Five new artworks will be installed around the Georgia Street corridor. Through its All Lanes Lead to Indy Art Project, the Indy Arts Council selected five central Indiana artists from more than 70 applicants for the project, which focuses on the themes of water, swimming, and the Olympics. did.
“• spark! On the Circle returns to Monument Circle for its second year. SPARK when it opens in June! on the Circle, a popular collaboration between Downtown Indy Inc. and Big Car Collaborative, will incorporate swimming, water and Paris themes into its programming.
“• Downtown Indy will also host Shining A Light, an audio, video and graphic presentation nightly honoring Hoosier veterans and showcasing the red, white and blue.
“Tickets for all nine days of the U.S. Olympic Swimming Championships, June 15-23 at Lucas Oil Stadium, are available at usaswimming.org/trialstickets.
“For more information about USA Swimming LIVE and the U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Swimming, please visit the digital media kit linked here and usaswimming.org/trials.
“What they're saying is
Jenny Boyts, Chief Executive Officer, Forty5 Presents: “At Forty5 Presents, we are focused on bringing people together through music. , but this is the first time we've booked a rocking band for the U.S. Olympic Swimming Games, so we're able to fill the OneAmerica Financial Stage with lots of high-energy, diverse music and bands from across Indiana and beyond. I couldn't be happier.”
Scott Davison, Chairman, President and CEO, OneAmerica Financial: “Did you know that the last time Paris hosted the Olympics was a century ago in 1924?'' That same year, Indianapolis hosted the Olympics at Broad Ripple Park. The Olympic swimming competition was held there. So this year, we're celebrating his century of innovation and change in all things Indianapolis and France by creating a replica of Paris' most iconic and tallest structure, the Eiffel Tower. The 66-foot-tall Indianapolis replica will be installed outdoors at Georgia Street and Capitol Avenue in June. Day and night, our tower symbolically connects Indianapolis to the U.S. Olympic Team Trials and Paris Olympics here. And thanks to the tower's generous sponsors, his AES Indiana, our replica will sparkle at night just like the original in Paris. And thanks to AES' energy efficiency program, that sparkle is energy efficient. ”
Shana Ferguson, USA Swimming's Chief Commercial Officer, said: “USA Swimming is excited to host the Olympic Trials in Indianapolis, which has shown tremendous creativity and innovation to host the world's fastest swimming competition in June. For the first time ever, Lucas Oil Stadium will host the Olympic Trials in Indianapolis. Three pools will be the setting, and swimming competitions will be held on the soccer field. And Indianapolis will create the Toyota Aqua Zone at the USA Swimming LIVE Presented by Purdue University, just off Georgia Street. , it lives up to its reputation as a great event city.”
“At the Latinas Welding Guild, we want to create lifelong memories for American swimmers and everyone who comes downtown to participate in the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials,” said Consuelo Lockhart, Founder and Executive Director of the Latinas Welding Guild. We're proud to be building something that makes us, and we're also happy that this project helps highlight the mission of Latinas Welding Guild: Our nonprofit organization is well-educated. When I founded the Guild, we focused on welding, as well as various manufacturing courses. We have also expanded to provide access to classes.”
“Bringing a world-class event to Indianapolis is an incredibly positive cultural and economic opportunity,” said Andy Mallon, Executive Director of the Capital Improvement Commission. Making an Impact Today we're talking about the innovative arts and cultural activations we'll be enjoying during the nine-day U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials, and we're excited for residents and visitors to actively participate. We are also excited that the economic impact is estimated to be in excess of $100 million, in addition to the media impact of nine nights of NBC coverage as the trial is held here. ”
Karin Surratt, Executive Vice President, OneAmerica Financial: “Georgia Street will also serve as a hub for more fan engagement.'' A swim-up bar will be located in the center block of Georgia Street. Yes, but you can enjoy it even if you don't wear a swimsuit. Please come and bring your friends, family, and colleagues! The swim-up bar features pool party and swim lane décor and is a place to enjoy a cold drink, local food, or sunbathing between swim trial sessions. We also encourage everyone in the downtown business community to take advantage of this spot to host meetings or catch up with colleagues and friends after work. And what better way to make the landscape of Indianapolis look a little like Paris and celebrate French culture while also commissioning a new piece of art? Thanks to the Indy Arts Council, the All Lanes Lead to Indy Art Project is responsible for five new pieces that will be installed downtown. I'm also very proud to share that with the Swim IN Safety program, she's more than halfway through her goal of educating 50,000 Hoosiers about water safety by 2024. Currently, more than 25,000 Indiana residents ages 5 and older are participating in this program. This is a big part of OneAmerica Financial's commitment to the legacy of the Olympic Swimming Games in Indianapolis. ”
Patrick Talty, President, Indiana Sports: “Standing here today to hear about all of the strategic creativity our community put into making the nine-day U.S. Olympic Swimming Team Trials special. I'm honored.'' But I'm not surprised. Taking world-class events to another level is what we do best at Indianapolis, and this nine-day event will be something everyone will want to see and be a part of. Sho. ”
“About American Swimming”
“USA Swimming, the national governing body for the sport of swimming in the United States, is a 400,000-member service that promotes the culture of swimming by creating opportunities for swimmers and coaches of all backgrounds to participate and advance in swimming through clubs. Our membership consists of swimmers, coaches, and volunteers from all age groups to Olympic teams. and training, and strives to serve the sport through its core purpose of building the foundation, promoting the sport, and achieving competitive success. For more information, visit www.usaswimming.org.
“About Indiana Sports Corporation”
“Founded in 1979 as the nation’s first sports commission, the Indiana Sports Corporation is dedicated to fostering economic vitality, fostering vibrant communities with civic pride, and garnering positive media attention. , a nonprofit organization focused on bringing premier sporting events to Indiana. This allows Indiana Sports Corporation to provide positive sports-related opportunities for area youth. , visit IndianaSportsCorp.org.
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