The RDV Sports Family
Orlando Magic Executives
Orlando Magic Basketball Operations
Orlando Magic
Orlando's NBA franchise since 1989, the Magic's mission is to be world champions on and off the court, delivering legendary moments every step of the way. On the court, Orlando has won four division championships (1995, 1996, 2008, 2009), had five 50-plus win seasons, and won the Eastern Conference title in 1995 and 2009. Off the court, on an annual basis the Orlando Magic gives more than $2 million to the local community by way of sponsorships of events, donated tickets, autographed merchandise, scholarships and grants. Orlando Magic community relations programs impact an estimated 75,000 kids each year, while a Magic staff-wide initiative provides more than 5,000 volunteer hours annually. In addition, over the last 20 years nearly $15 million has been distributed to local non-profit community organizations via the Orlando Magic Youth Fund (OMYF), a fund of the McCormick Foundation since 1994, which serves at risk and disadvantaged youth. Ticket highlights include: 7,569 seats priced $25 or under per game; a $27 lower bowl ticket; and tickets priced at $10 per game. For ticket information log on to orlandomagic.com or call 407-89-MAGIC.
Through the National Basketball Association's NBA CARES program, the league, players and teams will raise and contribute $100 million for charity, donate more than 1 million hours of hands-on volunteer service to communities worldwide, and build more than 100 places where kids can learn and play over the next five years. The NBA is broadcast in 215 countries and territories in 42 languages.
The Orlando Magic is also the developer of the Amway Center which will compete to host major national events, concerts and family shows. Opening in the fall of 2010, the facility will be operated by the City of Orlando and owned by the Central Florida community.
Mailing Address:
Orlando Magic
8701 Maitland Summit Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32810
Telephone Number: (407) 916-2400
Email: insider@orlandomagic.com
RDV Sportsplex
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RDV Sportsplex provides comprehensive learning and training for all ages and skill levels. The goal is to serve all levels of performance and ability from novice to the professional athlete - all with access to the same skilled staff. RDV Sportsplex's commitment extends beyond physical fitness to health and wellness. Reinforcing the athletic club are medical facilities that include pediatrics, corporate and international health, orthopaedics, and a dentist. Providing total care for families and individuals is the most important service.
The DeVos Family
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Since purchasing the team, the franchise has won three division championships (Atlantic Division: 1994- 95, 1995-96; Southeast Division: 2007-08), one Eastern Conference title (1994-95) and had four 50-win seasons, including a franchise record 60 victories in 1995-96. The Magic have advanced to the playoffs 10 times and finished with a .500 record or better in 12 of the last 16 seasons.
The acquisition and operation of the Magic is a family affair involving Rich, his wife, Helen, and their four children and spouses; Dick and Betsy DeVos, Dan and Pam DeVos, Cheri and Bob Vander Weide, and Doug and Maria DeVos. As one of the two founding families of Amway Corp.—today a global leader in direct selling and a member of the Alticor Inc. family of companies—the DeVos family is one of the nation's most successful business stories in recent history.
Although the senior DeVoses have an established residence in southern Florida, the family was introduced to the Central Florida community during Orlando's drive to bring major league baseball to “The City Beautiful.” An ensuing relationship was formed between the DeVos family and the city of Orlando.
The baseball venture left them with a heightened interest in professional sports ownership. The 82- year-old co-founder of Amway envisioned incorporating the philosophies that made him one of the most successful businessmen in America today with that of a solid, young NBA franchise. He understands the impact professional sports can have on the upcoming generation, and he is committed to ensuring the team provides a positive, encouraging example.
From 1995-2001, RDV Sports owned and operated the Orlando Solar Bears of the International Hockey League. During their six seasons of existence, the Solar Bears captured one division title (Central Division, 1995-96), three Eastern Conference crowns (1996, 1999, 2001) and the IHL’s Turner Cup championship in 2000-01. Orlando compiled an all-time regular season record of 286-162-44 (.626), the best in the league over that time frame.
From 1998-2002, the Orlando Miracle of the WNBA was part of the RDV Sports portfolio. The Miracle played in their inaugural season during the summer of 1999 and made the playoffs in 2000.
RDV Sports, named for Rich DeVos and the general partner of the Magic, has been and continues to be an active partner in the Central Florida community. In February of 1998, RDV Sports, in partnership with Florida Hospital, opened the $50 million, 365,000- square-foot RDV Sportsplex. The RDV Sportsplex is a state-of-the-art health and wellness facility, which includes a world-class health club, medical offices, restaurant, retail shops, and practice and training facilities for the Magic.
The DeVos family played a key role in helping to secure a new state-of-the-art Events Center in Orlando. The Events Center is part of a public community venues program that also includes a new Performing Arts Center and a renovation of the Citrus Bowl Stadium. The new Events Center is under construction and scheduled to open in October 2010.
In addition, the Magic also contributed $12.5 million toward construction of five community recreation centers throughout Orange County, Florida, as part of its commitment to build the new Events Center.
The DeVos family remains involved in numerous charities and community-enhancement endeavors, both in the Central Florida area and their hometown region of Grand Rapids, Mich. Bob Vander Weide serves as Chairman of the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation, a fund of the McCormick Foundation. The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation has positively impacted more than one million children. Through private donations, fund-raising events and contributions, more than $14 million has been raised and distributed to non-profit organizations that support the OMYF mission statement.
