Staff recommends Vinik Sports Group manage Imagine Clearwater
May 5, 2022 - The City of Clearwater announced Thursday the recommendation of a partnership between Tampa-based Vinik Sports Group (VSG) and OVG360, a division of L.A.-based Oak View Group, to manage and operate the Imagine Clearwater development. The $84 million project will transform the city’s Coachman Park into an urban waterfront recreation and entertainment complex. VSG, which owns the Tampa Bay Lightning, and OVG360 will manage a 4,000-seat venue, produce events, book talent and provide concessions. The city will operate the rest of the park.