DES MOINES, Iowa – The Drake Relays presented by Xtream powered by Mediacom has begun a strategic partnership with PYB Sports.  This relationship will make it easier to book hotels for athletes and fans attending the Relays, the Drake Road Races, and Grand Blue Mile presented by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.
 
PYB Sports' expertise in sports travel management will streamline the hotel booking process, with their "one-stop-shop" web page helping to book accommodations quickly and easily:
 
·       Efficient Booking Options: A dedicated portal will offer a selection of hotels in the metro, providing easy access to the venue and local amenities.
·       Competitive Rates: Exclusive discounts and negotiated rates will be available to all participants and spectators, helping them find affordable lodging options.
·       Enhanced Customer Support: PYB Sports' customer service team will be on hand to assist with booking inquiries and provide personalized assistance throughout the reservation         process.
 
"We are excited to enhance the overall experience for everyone coming to Des Moines for Relays Week events," said Franklin P. Johnson Director of the Drake Relays, Blake Boldon. "PYB Sports' commitment to providing seamless travel solutions aligns with our goal of ensuring a first-class experience for athletes and fans alike."
 
"We're thrilled to announce our new partnership with the Drake Relays, combining great hospitality with unforgettable sporting moments," said Nate VanSteenvoort, owner of PYB Sports.  "We have worked with sports teams and families for the last 20 years in the greater Des Moines area and over that time we have fostered incredible relationships with the local area hotels. Together we aim to elevate the experience for every athlete and fan, creating memories that will last long after the event is over." 
 
To explore hotel booking options for Relays Week through PYB Sports, please visit: https://groups.reservetravel.com/group.aspx?id=83988. 
 
About the Drake Relays presented by Xtream powered by Mediacom: The Drake Relays presented by Xtream powered by Mediacom has served as "America's Athletic Classic" since its first running in 1910. The annual competition, hosted by Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, is recognized internationally as a destination for the world's premier track & field athletes across multiple professional and amateur divisions. In 2020, the Drake Relays was named a Silver Level event on the World Athletics Continental Tour, a designation that has been received annually since that time. In addition to its signature stadium competition, the Drake Relays includes two marquee road running events open to the general public — the Grand Blue Mile presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and the Drake Road Races. For more information, visit drakerelays.org.
 
About PYB Sports: PYB Sports is a leading provider of travel management services specializing in sports events. With a commitment to simplifying travel logistics, PYB Sports offers customized solutions designed to meet the unique needs of athletes, teams, and fans attending sporting events worldwide.