It s just 50 miles north of Ft. This combined with an ideal climate averaging a balmy 75 degrees for year round sports and the abundance of sporting amenities in the area has made Palm Beach County one of the premier sports areas in the world. In March of every year, Palm Beach County becomes a mecca for baseball fans everywhere as it hosts the spring training for the National League s Montreal Expos and St. Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Stadium. This new facility will host the 2000 Florida League All-Star Game in June. Our own Jupiter Hammerheads play at Roger Dean throughout the summer months so stop by and enjoy a game.
Basketball also provides entertainment while visiting South Florida.
Exciting college hoops are played at Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic College, Palm Beach Community College and Florida Atlantic University. Throughout the County, golf is a major activity for all ages. The PGA of America calls Palm Beach County home. In 2000, the PGA Seniors Championship will again take place at PGA National Resort and Golf Club. Since 1997, The Office Depot, an LPGA-sanctioned event, has been held at Ibis Golf and Country Club.