Effingham

Effingham, IL

EVERY DAY, EFFINGHAM BECOMES AN EVEN BETTER DESTINATION FOR SPORT EVENTS, FROM SWIMMING TO SOFTBALL AND BEYOND

Hendelmeyer Park

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PLANNER PERSPECTIVE

“I would say that the advantage for choosing Effingham, besides being so centrally located, is the community really gets behind and supports the events. We have such a variety of restaurants and hotels for people to choose from, and our shopping choices continue to expand. I feel fortunate to be able to host the event for its businesses and community.”

— Jeff Schafer, Effingham High School Girls Basketball, (Southern Illinois Basketball Circuit Director (SIBC)

Effingham County Memorial Airport and Shelby County Airport are reasonable options for those flying in, while Effingham’s central location within Illinois affords easy access for drivers via the crossroads of I-57 and I-70.

POPULAR ACTIVITIES

▶Let your cares drift away as you float down the lazy river at the

Richard E. Workman Sports &

Wellness Center.

▶You’ll always find fresh produce and large rooms for group outings at Firefly Grill.

▶Home-made creations and authentic Italian vibes abound at

Tuscan Hills Winery.

FACILITY SPOTLIGHT

Richard E. Workman Sports and Wellness Complex

All indoor sports

The Richard E. Workman Sports and Wellness Complex was completed in early 2016. The complex offers a 25-meter, eight-lane swimming pool and indoor 15,500-squarefoot, multi-sport courts. This recreational center offers other amenities too, ranging from rentable party rooms to physical therapy services. The complex will not only offer visiting teams great places to play, but a stellar spot for helping their bodies relax and recuperate from intense activity.

Hendelmeyer Park

Baseball, softball, tennis

If you’re looking for outdoor sports, look no further than Hendelmeyer Park. This spot is a charming local park with expansive outdoor fields. At a respectable 20 acres, the park holds two lighted, slow-pitch diamonds and one

Hendelmeyer Park

lighted, fast-pitch diamond—all with natural grass—plus four lighted tennis courts. The park is rounded out with playground areas, a gazebo, concession stand and skate park.

Evergreen Hollow Park

Softball, baseball, tennis, soccer, swimming

Evergreen Hollow Park spans 42 acres and comprises of two lighted softball diamonds, one lighted baseball diamond, four lighted tennis courts and soccer fields. On the west side of the park sits Kluthe Memorial Pool, an outdoor swimming pool with a lap pool, water slide and children’s pool area.

CITY OF EFFINGHAM CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

Jodi Thoele, Director of Tourism 217-342-5310 jthoele@effinghamil.com www.visiteffinghamil.com