PROFESSIONAL TEAM SPORTS

With some of America's hottest professional sports teams located right here in Miami, it is very easy for residents of Williams Island to attend electrifying events.

Football enthusiasts revel in the Miami Dolphins - the area's illustrious NFL team. Their home stadium, Dolphin Stadium is also host to several outstanding NFL contests. It is truly a world-class venue. Any football aficionado is acquainted with two of the most distinguished Dolphins - Dan Marino and Don Shula. Head coach in 1972, Shula led the Dolphins to the only perfect season in NFL history and quarterback Marino broke a slew of passing records during his Dolphins career. With a legacy such as this, the Dolphins are always a popular team and beloved by innumerable football fans.

And for those who enjoy college football action, the Miami Hurricanes have what it takes to bring fans to a roar. With consistently exciting seasons, a fan base brimming with spirit, and some of college football's most talented athletes, the Miami Hurricanes are considered by many to be one of the most exciting teams in college football.

Professional basketball sizzles with the local NBA affiliate Miami Heat. With some of the NBA's greatest athletes playing for the team like Alonzo Mourning, Tim Hardaway, Glen Rice, Jamal Mashburn, Dwayne Wade, and Shaquille O'neal, it is no wonder Miami Heat made it to the NBA playoffs 12 times out of 20 seasons. Watching the Miami Heat play is a surefire way to enjoy an action-packed evening.

For those residents who get caught up in the frenzy of America's favorite pastime, Miami's Major League baseball team, the Florida Marlins, are distinguished for winning the World Series twice - in 1997 and 2003. So grab a hot dog and a cold beverage and take yourself or your family out to the ballgame. The Marlins are guaranteed to show you a good time.

For one of the coolest professional sporting events in the area, residents check out the Florida Panthers. The areas professional ice hockey team gives its fans some of the most dynamic action in the NHL.

So when it comes to professional sporting events, don't be fooled by Florida's warm weather-Miami offers residents of Williams Island some of the coolest excitement around.