https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/lo ... 840150007/
So, Canton went after the USFL. Why?He credited "great partners" in Stark County for helping to attract the USFL while expanding the league's presence in Canton, citing Canton City Council, Stark County commissioners, local foundations and Visit Canton.
In the article they mention how Canton had economic impacts of $2.5 million and $1.49 million, and hotel occupancy rate was up 13% the weekend of the championship.A handful of projects are on the horizon at the Hall of Fame Village, including a football-themed indoor water park. Construction started on the 147,000-square-foot facility near the end of last year. The water park will be located next to a Hilton Tapestry hotel.
Saunier said the continued growth of Hall of Fame Village has helped make Canton an ideal place for major events.
This is pure speculation on my part, but I think Canton wants something more than just to host the hub this year. They want a team.
I believe Canton is going to be an expansion city and they are going to rebrand the Denver Gold to the Canton or Cleveland Gold. That would explain why Dan Gilbert was at attendance to the Detroit hub press conference.