FRIDAY, November 22, 2024

CAesars superdome turf | doors open at 11:00 A.M. CST.

Join us as we reflect on a year of achievements in sports, honor the legacy of Tom Benson, celebrate the leadership of Gayle Benson, look back on our rich history of hosting the Super Bowl, and highlight the preparations being done to make New Orleans shine for our record-tying 11th Super Bowl in February 2025.

Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation Hall of Fame

A special presentation with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell remembering Tom Benson and honoring Gayle Benson for her leadership.

Gayle Benson

Owner & Governor, New Orleans Saints & New Orleans Pelicans

Tom Benson

New Orleans Saints & New Orleans Pelicans

ROGER GOODELL

NFL Commissioner

Super Bowl LIX Host Committee

Attendees will gain valuable perspective on the preparations that are underway as we gear up for Super Bowl LIX on
February 9, 2025.

marcus brown

Chair, Super Bowl LIX Host Committee

Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Entergy

Anna Isaacson

Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility, NFL

History of Super Bowl in New Orleans

and what to expect in 2025

The Honors Luncheon will unite esteemed veterans of the NFL’s event management team and the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation for a captivating panel discussion centered on the Super Bowl. Peter O’Reilly, NFL Executive Vice President, League Events and Club Business; former NFL Senior Vice Presidents of Events, Jim Steeg and Frank Supovitz; and Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and Super Bowl LIX Host Committee President & CEO Jay Cicero will grace the stage for the first time to share legendary moments, stories and insights from their experiences orchestrating Super Bowls in New Orleans. The discussion promises to illuminate the distinction of hosting a Super Bowl in New Orleans; delving into what sets this iconic city apart from others and why it remains a favorite destination for the biggest game in sports.

Jay Cicero

President and CEO, Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation​​/​​Super Bowl LIX Host Committee

Peter O’Reilly

NFL Executive Vice President, Club Business, International & League Events
2014-present

Jim Steeg

Senior Vice President, NFL Events 

1979-2005

Frank Supovitz

Senior Vice President, NFL Events 

2005-2014

Table and Ticket Information

Members

INCLUDES MEMBER DISCOUNT

Premier Table - $2,000

Includes premier seating and table of 8 and 2 tickets to patron reception

Standard Table - $1,400

Premier Ticket - $300

Includes premier seating

Standard Ticket - $175

Non-Members

Premier Table - $2,500

Includes premier seating and table of 8 and 2 tickets to patron reception and sports foundation membership

Standard Table - $1,750

Premier Ticket - $300

Includes premier seating

Standard Ticket - $225

VALUED PARTNERS

Reflect, Honor, and Celebrate!

The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation is a catalyst for driving economic impact and media exposure through hosted major sporting events. Each year, the Sports Foundation Honors Luncheon convenes stakeholders to review the state of sports tourism in the region, celebrate sports and our sports teams, and recognize individuals without whom the Sports Foundation would not exist. By actively supporting this informative and exciting event, you are confirming your commitment to the Sports Foundation and its mission to bid upon and manage major sporting events for the economic benefit to the State, City and Greater New Orleans.

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