Emerald Acres Welcomes Thousands for Hype Nation Central Illinois Challenge
[MATTOON, IL] February 4, 2025 – Emerald Acres Sports Connection reached a major milestone this past weekend by hosting its largest tournament yet, the Hype Nation Central Illinois Challenge. This two-day volleyball event welcomed 68 teams from four states—Missouri, Iowa, Indiana, and Illinois—and saw an estimate of over 2,800 attendees, including more than 800 players and 2,000 spectators. The tournament not only highlighted Emerald […]
