08/26/2026
The Opener 2026 brought together 221 athletes, 8 officials and 339 spectators for a great day of competition, community and giving back.
Together, the event raised $2,486.40 for wildfire relief efforts in the Spokane area.
Thank you to every athlete, official, spectator, volunteer and partner who helped make the opener a success and showed what’s possible when our sports community comes together to support our neighbors. 🙌🏻
City of Spokane Valley - Municipal Government
08/20/2026
We’re hiring a new Sports Development Manager to help bring major sporting events to Spokane by building event pipelines, developing proposals, and securing regional, national, and international opportunities.
Know someone who would be a great fit? Check out the opening and apply today! https://bit.ly/4gbQya8
08/14/2026
Spokane, you showed up.
With the support of our community and a generous contribution from Superfeet, we’ve raised $12,690.88 for local first responders and wildfire relief, surpassing our original $10,000 goal.
Now, we’re setting our sights on $20,000 by August 31.
Tomorrow, Spokane Sports will donate all proceeds from The Opener at The Course Spokane Valley to our wildfire relief efforts. There’s still time to register, make a donation or help us spread the word.
Register for The Opener: https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/SpokaneValley/TheOpener
Support wildfire relief: https://www.spokanesports.org/wildfire-relief
Thank you, Spokane. Let’s keep going.
08/20/2026
08/14/2026