W2P Baseball and Softball

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Last year, Sports Planning Guide (SPG) released the debut Where2Play (W2P) guide with a focus on multipurpose facilities for soccer and lacrosse.

This edition, focusing on baseball and softball, once again showcases the journalism expertise of our team, profiling nearly 200 facilities that range in size for any tournament or event at destinations across North America.

SPG has been chronicling destinations and facilities in the annual edition of Sports Planning Guide in print as well as digital on SportsPlanningGuide.com for over 15 years. This resource has grown tremendously, with our 2024 guide clocking in at nearly 400 pages for the second straight year. That’s a lot of information and we’re proud to have become the nation’s leading resource for sports tournament planners.

W2P is the natural evolution of SPG’s services. By focusing on specific field and facility types,

we’re able to assist in further narrowing the selection process when comparing for one that would best fit your needs. These are tough decisions facing rights holders and governing bodies, and our aim is to make it easier.

We hope that you enjoy this second edition of W2P. We understand that often the demand for places to play outweighs the supply of facilities. While destinations across the United States, even the world, continue working to meet the demand by improving existing venues and building new ones, we stand ready to provide in-depth reporting to ensure our readers are covered and feeling more confident when making the right choice for tournaments and events.

Be safe and play well,

Christopher D. Silbernagel Associate Editor

The softball season is heating up again and this guide is a must-have for tournament planners across the nation.

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Photo courtesy of Visit Williamsburg

Photo courtesy of Akron/Summit CVB

Photo courtesy of Ripken Baseball

Young players prepare for the upcoming game.

“Since 2021, we’ve seen a vibrant return to play, with participation levels rebounding and, in some areas, even exceeding pre-pandemic numbers.”

–Manuel T. Ferrero III, Commissioner and Founder of International Slow Pitch Softball

The State of Softball in the United States

SLOW-PITCH AND FAST-PITCH SOFTBALL ARE PUSHING FOR GROWTH IN THE U.S.

BY CHRISTOPHER D. SILBERNAGEL

Softball has witnessed a decline in overall participation since 2018, but is that actually a determining factor of the sport’s popularity? While the short answer is a resounding “no,” there are a few issues that need to be addressed for the long-term health of the sport at multiple levels and age groups.

Fluctuating Participation Is Not an Indicator of Decline

While 2020 negatively impacted many sports, softball participation as a whole—slow-pitch and fast-pitch—had notably been on a slight decline already two years prior. However, Statista reported that since 2010, where the highest participation numbers were just shy of 11 million combined in the United States, numbers have actually fluctuated over the next ten years with the 2021 numbers showing fast-pitch in particular returning to the 2 million mark and steadily increasing. Slow-pitch softball on the other hand started to see a boost after 2021.

“The resilience of the slow-pitch softball community has been remarkable,” said Manuel T. Ferrero III, commissioner and founder of International Slow Pitch Softball. “Since 2021, we’ve seen a vibrant return to play, with participation levels rebounding and, in some areas, even exceeding pre-pandemic numbers. This resurgence is a testament to the passion that players, coaches and enthusiasts have [for the game].”

The return to regular play is an obvious part to play in any increase, but there has to be more to get young players back into both the slow-pitch and fast-pitch games. This is where convention and visitor bureaus (CVBs) are coming into play with more initiatives and events to pull in.

“[Quad Cities is] working with the state of Iowa on a sports marketing grant to help bolster a softball event in June of 2024, as this is one of the sports that we’d like to see grow

Photo courtesy of Akron/Summit CVB

Racing to beat the throw.

further in the area,” said Joan Kranovich, vice president and business growth and director at Sports Quad Cities. “Our tournament rights holders and directors are telling us that numbers are strong for travel teams, especially those from Chicago, wanting to play softball in the Quad Cities.”

Putting together big events or drawing in existing ones via a bidding process or other means can help draw big numbers for both participants and guests. The bigger the event, or the more you can host, the more that sport will draw—as will the destination(s). This is why CVBs are critically important to more than bringing in visitors to boost tourist numbers as their moves can also help grow an entire sport at a local, regional or even national level. Draw in the right planner and everything can take off.

What Are Some of the Issues Softball Is Facing?

As travel teams become more of the norm for girls’ softball, high school softball in particular continues to decline despite the sport being a staple in the

country for a long time. Determining factors are simple though, with a lack of funds in education to provide for high school softball programs, traveling teams become the more attractive option, but the out-of-pocket costs to parents increases by taking this route. If a family can’t afford for their child to play on a traveling team and the high school softball program is not receiving the funds it needs to thrive and provide adequate facilities and equipment for young women, then what other options do you have?

Schools will always put more funds towards programs that receive the highest amount of interest. If softball is not receiving enough funding, the answer here is to find ways to help provide more to local high schools in need. This often comes down to government decisions though, so it’s important to push officials to make the effort to provide better athletics for children.

For destinations that lack the weather to host more tournaments—be it a cold season or rainouts—facility numbers may not be able to keep up with the demand as playing days fluctuate.

For destinations in the Midwest and Northeast, this is a common concern.

Softball is also witnessing a lack of umpire numbers. However, fault for this concern doesn’t fall onto the sport or a lack of funding, but rather the parents of participating athletes. Speaking with David Rocha, owner and general manager of Fastpitch Nation Park, the game is growing and doing well, but softball is losing more umpires each year than the sport is gaining.

“[Softball has] a serious trend that will hinder growth and may force the game to get smaller over the coming years— that being a serious lack of qualified umpires,” said Rocha. “The primary reason umpires are leaving is out-ofcontrol parents that can make umpiring so unpleasant that they simply choose not to do it anymore. Those umpires that do stay are part of a smaller pool and hence supply and demand forces the price paid for umpiring services to rise quickly.”

The call to action here is for people to let the children play and enjoy their limited time in the spotlight with their teams—win or lose. These athletic experiences, minus the aggro shouting at officials, can help them grow into adulthood with communication and teamwork skills, healthier bodies and minds and a stronger ability to adapt to change, among other important qualities.

Softball’s Push for Changes and Improvements Highlight a Healthy Future

Slow-pitch and fast-pitch softball are still among the most popular sports in the United States. However, if we wish for the game to grow, there’s certainly plenty to change and improve upon. The fact that we’re aware is critical. We’re already seeing efforts being made by CVBs, local communities, tournament planners and more.

For the love of the game, it’s important to make the effort to signify to schools, officials and others that softball is critically important and that its future relies on the concerted efforts of a whole, not just a few—be it to speak up for the game or calm down for the players. W2P

St. Ambrose University softball player during Senior Day

Photo courtesy of St. Ambrose University

Baseball is Still the Classic Youth Sport of America

AMERICA’S PASTIME EYES GROWTH WITH MORE DIVERSITY AND THE HARD WORK OF COMMUNITIES

BY COLBY SCHIKORA

The sport of baseball and its variations date back to the 18th century, going from a makeshift backyard school game to maintaining some of the most profitable leagues in the world today. What about the amateur game? Kids from the age of 6 to adults in their 40s are most commonly participating in baseball on a daily basis—seasonal restrictions excluded.

When it specifically comes to youth, baseball is always right near the top of the list of most-popular sports. Whether it be T-ball, machine pitch, little league or high school baseball, kids love to be involved at an early age. Not only does baseball allow kids to be active, but it provides an opportunity for them to learn what it is like to work together as a team and work towards a goal. However, how has America’s Pastime fared over the past decade?

Baseball Is Still a Go-to Sport

According to a report from Statista, the number of youth participating in baseball hit a record low, predictably due to Covid, with 12.2 percent in the group aged 6-12 involved regularly. In 2021, the number grew to 12.6 percent and is only expected to grow more as the country moves forward postpandemic. Though that slight increase wasn’t as big a leap forward as initially expected, many convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) and sports commissions have remained positive, with some reporting great comebacks.

“The 2021 season at the Meijer Sports Complex [was] a complete success, proving that sports tourism is leading the comeback of our regional tourism economy,” said Mike Guswiler, president of the West Michigan Sports Commission (WMSC). “The return of more baseball and

Photo courtesy of Ripken Baseball

Young players listen in before a full day of play begins.

“The return of more baseball and softball tournaments, especially those that attract travel teams, is a bellwether of more positive change to come in the sports tourism industry.”

– Mike Guswiler, President of the West Michigan Sports Commission (WMSC)

Good sportsmanship is on display as opposing youth teams lift their caps to one another.

softball tournaments, especially those that attract travel teams, is a bellwether of more positive change to come in the sports tourism industry.”

The return of baseball after a brief decline in play has clearly been immense for the sports tourism industry as a whole, and has only increased in the years since.

This wasn’t the first time there was a dip in youth baseball participation though. A whopping 16.5 percent of all youth participated in baseball in 2008 before a steep decline to 12.2 percent just four years later in 2012, but this can be chalked up to the economic collapse of ‘08. When life gets in the way, the numbers prove that baseball will make a comeback one way or another, from communities to travel teams and more.

Tournament Play Is Key to Baseball’s Success

With baseball rising from its lowest number of participants in recent years, including a 20-percent increase over the past three years in African-American communities alone—signifying a healthy ascent for diversity and inclusionism— tournament play is still what creates and sustains success for baseball planners nationwide. With players and families arriving to destinations from neighboring towns and across state

lines, the sports tourism industry booms when baseball tournaments are hosted.

“[Lubbock, Texas, has] been good the last three or four years with baseball,” said Eric Launer, sports sales manager at Visit Lubbock. “Tournaments keep getting bigger and better and it keeps expanding. The majority of the youth tournaments we run sell out. From our point-of-view, we’re looking for tournaments to bring people in from outside of town.”

Not only do baseball tournaments enhance the sports tourism industry, but tournaments improve young players across the board. Tournaments result in more games played, allowing players to consistently receive more reps, more innings played and new competition to face. Additionally, the family aspect is a factor that can’t be matched across other sports. Summertournament hours away from home provide kids with bonding moments and lifelong lessons from their family, coaches, peers and competition.

The sports tourism industry dominates with baseball tournaments year-round, but when it comes to the youth, the memories of the extended weekend baseball tournaments will be what is remembered for years down the road.

Baseball’s Tireless Efforts Will Lead to Bigger and Better Outcomes

As the baseball industry grows, the outcomes will only lead to bigger and better opportunities in the future. As Minnesota’s local Fox 21 News reported, the cost of youth sports on a monthly basis is in the $700- to $1,000-dollar range. With families willing to continue to pour their money into youth sports, it only leads to a bigger budget for the sports tourism industry.

“I think [baseball] is going to continue to get bigger,” said Launer. “[Baseball] is a sport that’s always been popular and I think it’s going to continue to get more popular.”

While navigating the post-pandemic landscape of the baseball industry may be trying at times, the pivotal efforts from CVBs, sports commissions and facility operators around the country provide the best atmosphere and most luxurious playing levels. Getting volunteers, umpires and a passionate community behind the growth of baseball is what will lead to the sustained success of the sport. Baseball remains one of the hottest sports in the country, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room to grow in the upcoming years. W 2 P

Photo courtesy of North Little Rock Tourism

Planners2Watch

These tournament planners are making a sizable impact in the baseball and softball industry

Bullpen Tournaments

Year Started: 2013, but our first games were played in 2014

Tournaments Held Annually: 70

Where Tournaments Are Held: Midwest

Contact information:

Cam Eveland, Director of Operations (317) 741-4388 bullpentournaments.com

Company Mission: Offering the country’s finest events while encompassing an all-inclusive feel, reminding us where baseball matters. Creating an unmatched experience for every player, coach and spectator participating at Grand Park or Championship Park in our tournaments.

Most Proud Of: Our expansion into the softball industry and growth in tournaments from 10u–18u softball. From a youth baseball perspective, offering varied divisions for kids of all talent levels to be able to compete in our events. From a prep baseball perspective, hosting high-level events at a central location.

International Slow Pitch Softball

Year Started: 2008, originally as a 6-team men’s league in honor of PFC Marius L. Ferrero, brother of ISPS Commissioner Manuel T. Ferrero III, who was KIA during Operation Iraqi Freedom

Tournaments Held Annually: 50

Where Tournaments Are Held: Nationwide and International, with plans to expand the sport into Asia and Australia

Contact information:

Manuel T. Ferrero III, Commissioner/Founder (855) 576-8522 playisps.com

Company Mission: Our mission is to provide athletes of all skill levels with opportunities to compete in well-organized and professionally managed events.

Most Proud Of: We take immense pride in our role as a key contributor to the development of slow-pitch softball worldwide.

JP Sports

Year Started: 2010

Tournaments Held Annually: Over 100 tournaments

Where Tournaments Are Held: Midwest

Contact information:

John Pieritz, Owner (309) 236-8322

Heath Smith (309) 781-7238 playjpsports.com

Company Mission: At JP Sports, our mission is to provide young athletes and families with unforgettable experiences, fostering their love for baseball and softball. Through our well-organized tournaments, we aim to create a platform for growth, learning and friendly competition. We are dedicated to nurturing the passion, skills and character of these promising athletes, empowering them to reach their full potential both on and off the field.

Most Proud Of: The impact we make on our communities and teams we service.

LevelUp Baseball

Year Started: 2018

Tournaments Held Annually: 50

Where Tournaments Are Held: Northeast

Contact information:

Dan Leicht, Owner (215) 776-6592

levelup-baseball.com

Company Mission: To host quality and fair baseball tournaments for all ages and talent levels. We concentrate on player development and help with next-level exposure. Being community driven, we support the local economy by bringing over 2,000 people into our area. Lastly, we strive to become the top baseball tournament host in the region.

Most Proud Of: We are very fortunate to have a professional, knowledgeable and caring staff—the bread and butter of the organization. Our staff members are the reason for LevelUp Baseball’s growth and continued success. From everyday operations to field maintenance they perform at a high level of care and thoughtfulness at every tournament.

Ripken Baseball

Year Started: 2003

Tournaments Held Annually:

Hundreds of baseball and softball tournaments annually at six facilities owned or operated by Ripken Baseball, plus other facilities across the country through Baseball Factory, Softball Factory, and All-Ripken Games.

Where Tournaments Are Held: Nationwide

Contact information:

Amanda Shank, VP of Business Development

(443) 327-8050

ripkenbaseball.com

Company Mission: Ripken Baseball brings teammates, coaches and families together through its Big League Experiences while teaching children how to play the right way.

Most Proud Of: “I am proud of the millions of lasting memories that we’ve created for ballplayers and their families for more than 20 years,” said Cal Ripken, Jr., cofounder of Ripken Baseball.

Triple Crown Sports

Year Started: 1982

Tournaments Held Annually: Over 150

Where Tournaments Are Held: Nationwide, with a couple of college events in Mexico

Contact information:

Craig Buchanan, Director of Strategic Communications (970) 672-0566

triplecrownsports.com

Company Mission: At its core, Triple Crown Sports works to create and produce youth and collegiate sporting events that operate with professional attention to every detail.

Most Proud Of: Triple Crown Sports is proud to offer coast-to-coast options, in multiple sports, that capture the energy and fuel the imagination of athletes who crave the joy that only comes from competition. We take pleasure from our most enthusiastic customers who want to be part of the TCS event legacy, but we refuse to be satisfied.

SOUTH

America’s South is renowned for its rich culture, warm hospitality and amazing food, but did you know that it’s also home to incredible baseball and softball facilities and ballparks? Enjoy everything the South has to offer, from sun and sand in Florida to stunning mountain backdrops in North Carolina and more.

Burns Park, in North Little Rock, AR, has seven lighted baseball fields, all of which include scoreboards, fence caps and windscreens, enclosed and covered dugouts and warning tracks.

Photo courtesy of City of North Little Rock Parks and Recreation

11 multi-purpose fields.

Lighting on every pitch.

Multi-purpose stadium with 3,500 seats.

LET THE GAMES BEGIN!

If you’re looking to host your next sporting event, then look no further than Central Florida’s Lake Myrtle Sports Park. Across 250+ acres, this expansive complex is home to nine collegiate-sized baseball fields, multi-purpose fields, and one championship soccer stadium able to seat 3,500 spectators. And now, it’s also home to the new Championship Lake, tailor-made for water sports.

Several fields are multi-purpose and can host other sports as well. The just-opened Championship Lake is ready to host barefoot skiing, water ski, wakeboarding, and other exciting water sports, and even has a section just for spectators so they don’t miss a second of the action. To book your next sporting event at this state-of-the-art complex, go to VisitCentralFloridaSports.com .

SOUTH REGION

ALABAMA

Gulf Shores Sportsplex

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, AL

This multifaceted 100-acre sports complex offers sports recreation for youth and adults. Its 5-Plex in particular is a group of five 300’ baseball/softball fields that encircle an elevated, indoor press box and officials area. The pentagonal shape is perfect for multi-team tournaments, having hosted USSSA World Series baseball tournaments among many others.

ALABAMA

Orange Beach Sportsplex

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, AL

Located about 15 minutes from the Gulf Shores Sportsplex is Orange Beach Sportsplex, offering guests ample opportunities for softball and baseball tournaments and events. In total, the venue has nine baseball/ softball fields for multiple age groups.

ALABAMA

Toyota Field

Huntsville-Madison, AL

Home to the Rocket City Trash Pandas, one of the most popular nicknames in professional baseball, Toyota Field is a relatively new stadium featuring a capacity of 7,000+, with skyboxes, concourselevel suites and meeting space for groups of up to 300.

▸ www.gulfshores.com/sports

Michelle Russ, STS, 251-974-4631, mruss@gulfshores.com

ARKANSAS

Joe Mack Campbell Sports Complex Jonesboro, AR

Joe Mack Campbell Sports Complex is home to 14 stunning baseball fields. Right off Interstate 555, the complex’s baseball fields accommodate athletes from 7U to 14U leagues. Ten of the 14 fields have turf infields and manicured grass outfields. The complex also has its own batting cages. Spectators can enjoy watching all the games in designated picnic areas around the complex with four full-function concession stands.

▸ jonesboro.org

Danny Kapales, 870-933-4604, dkapales@jonesboro.org

▸ www.gulfshores.com/sports

Michelle Russ, STS, 251-974-4631, mruss@gulfshores.com

ARKANSAS

Southside Softball Complex Jonesboro, AR

Southside Softball Complex hosts the Mountain Dew Grand Slam Classic, the oldest youth tournament in the state of Arkansas. The complex has six batting cages and 10 lit softball fields that are split between four pavilions. Southside also has two large and fully equipped concession stands for athletes and spectators to enjoy food at the ballpark.

▸ www.huntsville.org

Joel Lamp, 256-551-2334, jlamp@huntsville.org

ARKANSAS

Burns Park Baseball Complex North Little Rock, AR

Burns Park has seven lighted baseball fields, all of which include scoreboards, fence caps and windscreens, enclosed and covered dugouts and warning tracks. The concession building is climate controlled with a locker room and showers. Sitting on 1,700 acres, Arkansas’ largest urban municipal park is also home to three-mile hiking and biking trails, playgrounds, a seasonal amusement park, plenty of scenic beauty and more.

▸ jonesboro.org

Danny Kapales, 870-933-4604, dkapales@jonesboro.org

▸ northlittlerock.org

Erica Warden, 501-404-0192, erica@northlittlerock.org

ARKANSAS

Taylor Field Baseball Stadium Pine Bluff, AR

This regulation-sized baseball field features a U-shaped grandstand that holds 1,800 seats behind home plate. The stadium was constructed in 1939 and is listed on the National Register of Historic places. It seats 2,400 and reaches 315 ft to the right and left field foul poles, 360 ft in left center field, and 390 ft to the deep corner in center field.

ARKANSAS

Rogers Regional/Veterans Memorial/ Northwest Parks • Rogers, AR

Rogers has three great parks that are close to one other for any size baseball/ softball tournaments and events. Rogers Regional Sports Park features six fields, a water fountain in every dugout and a designated warm-up area for each team along with a central concession stand. Veterans Memorial Park features two baseball fields and two softball fields with amenities including grills, pavilions, picnic tables and a pond. Northwest Park will wrap up construction for the upcoming season, which will feature eight fields total.

“Taylor Field Baseball Stadium features a U-shaped grandstand that holds 1,800 seats behind home plate. The stadium was constructed in 1939 and is listed on the National Register of Historic places.”

▸ www.explorepinebluff.com

Sheri Storie, 870-534-2121, sstorie@explorepinebluff.com

ARKANSAS

Pleasant View Park, Shiloh Park and M.J. Hickey Park • Russellville, AR

Pleasant View Park and Shiloh Park have 6 softball fields with covered pavilions, restrooms and a dog park.

The 7-field M.J. Hickey Park baseball complex has 3-lighted pavilions, restrooms, picnic tables and a 50-meter municipal swimming pool. The baseball and softball fields all feature benches, barbeque grills and picnic tables so fans can eat heartily while enjoying the action.

▸ discoverrussellville.org

Christie Graham, 479-967-1762, cgraham@discoverrussellville.org

▸ www.rogerslowell.com

Luke Wiggins, 479-619-3191, luke@rogerslowell.com

ARKANSAS

C.L. “Charlie” and Willie George Park Springdale, AR

This park features several amenities including four artificial turf baseball fields with concessions and four batting cages, a dog park, a paved walking trail, two pavilions, play structures and a splash pad that’s open daily.

Ed Worrell Memorial Baseball Park Texarkana, AR

Ed Worrell Park in Texarkana has 115 acres of recreational land area with amenities including seven lighted baseball fields, running/jogging trails, parking, restrooms and two concession stands. It features concessions, off-street parking and is located near the Texarkana Regional Airport.

▸ explorespringdale.com

Wesley Oliver, 479-927-6413, wesley@chamber.springdale.com

▸ texarkanaparks.recdesk.com

Adam Dalby, 870-779-4943, Adam.Dalby@txkusa.org

ARKANSAS

SOUTH REGION

ARKANSAS

Ermer Dansby Pondexter Sports Complex • Texarkana, AR

This complex is home to five fields, four of which are lighted, a walking trail, playground, a huge pavilion, concession stand, air-conditioned bathrooms, plenty of shade for a picnic and lots of parking. Digital scoreboards are courtesy of Youth Scoreboards of Arkansas.

FLORIDA

Jackie Robinson Baseball Park

Daytona Beach, FL

Jackie Robinson Baseball Park is home to the area’s minor-league baseball team, the Daytona Tortugas, a Cincinnati Reds affiliated team. The historic baseball park, which has a capacity of approximately 4,200, is the site where ground-breaking African American baseball player Jackie Robinson played in the first integrated Major League Baseball spring training game in 1946. The ballpark features a statue of Robinson, historical markers and a museum.

FLORIDA

Ormond Beach Sports Complex

Daytona Beach, FL

The Ormond Beach Sports Complex, as well as the Nova Community Park, has 25 fields, many of which are used for multiple sporting events. Currently, there are four T-ball fields, four full-sized baseball fields and five full-sized softball fields, These complexes host professional, national, regional, college and high school competitive and recreational events. The softball and baseball fields are designed for the many age groups which utilize them yearly.

▸ texarkanaparks.recdesk.com

Adam Dalby, 870-779-4943, Adam.Dalby@txkusa.org

▸ www.daytonabeach.com/sports

Brandon Little, 386-255-0415, blittle@daytonabeach.com

▸ www.daytonabeach.com/sports

Brandon Little, 386-255-0415, blittle@daytonabeach.com

FLORIDA

Champions Park

Gainesville, FL

If you’re looking for a premier baseball or softball facility to host your next tournament, Champions Park is tough to beat. Located in nearby Newberry, this park features 16 fields which can accommodate youth baseball and any level of fast pitch softball. All fields are lighted along with scoreboards, covered and enclosed dugouts and have stateof-the-art A-Turf infields to limit the chance of rainouts.

▸ www.gainesvillesportscommission.com

Joleen Cacciatore Miller, 352-338-9300, jcacciatore@gainesvillesportscommission.com

FLORIDA

Legacy Park

Gainesville, FL

Legacy Park is a major hub for sports tournaments, including the Babe Ruth Softball World Series. The 100-acre facility was awarded the Florida Sports Foundation MidMarket Venue of the Year Award in 2019. Teams will have access to five baseball and softball fields equipped with lighting. The Championship softball field offers an air-conditioned press box and seating for up to 2,500 spectators. Guests can also enjoy the brand-new amphitheater.

▸ www.gainesvillesportscommission.com

Joleen Cacciatore Miller, 352-338-9300, jcacciatore@gainesvillesportscommission.com

FLORIDA

Easton Newberry Sports Complex

Gainesville, FL

This complex features 100 acres of multi-recreational use and archeryspecific property. For baseball and softball, there are two youth fields with 220 ft. outfield fences and two regulation-sized baseball fields with 340 ft. center field fences. All fields are lighted.

The Rotary Sportsplex in Ocala-Marion County provides dynamic opportunities with eight youth baseball fields, three high school baseball fields, six softball fields and 12 batting cages (covered and uncovered).

▸ www.gainesvillesportscommission.com

Joleen Cacciatore Miller, 352-338-9300, jcacciatore@gainesvillesportscommission.com

FLORIDA

Ocala Regional Sportsplex

Ocala-Marion County, FL

This 80-acre facility is located on the west side of Ocala and offers five 300-foot lighted softball fields. Portable fencing is available to convert all fields to 200-foot fences. Picnic areas with tables and lit sidewalks and trails create a safe and enjoyable experience.

FLORIDA

Rotary Sportsplex

Ocala-Marion County, FL

Rotary Sportsplex is an 80-acre complex only six miles from Downtown Ocala. The sportsplex provides dynamic opportunities with eight youth baseball fields, three high school baseball fields, six softball fields and 12 batting cages (covered and uncovered). Additionally, teams will find four full-size rectangular areas. With plug-and-play live streaming capabilities, concessions, a playground, ample parking and restrooms, it’s a prime sports venue.

▸ www.ocalamarion.com/sports-events

Corry Locke, 352-438-2800, corry.locke@marioncountyfl.org

▸ www.ocalamarion.com/sports-events

Corry Locke, 352-438-2800, corry.locke@marioncountyfl.org

SOUTH REGION

FLORIDA

Shocker Park

Ocala-Marion County, FL

Primarily, women’s fast-pitch softball events are held at Shocker Park. However, the venue can also host baseball games and practices. The facility provides teams with six 200-foot softball fields equipped with lights. Covered batting cages, concessions, restrooms and a playground also add to the convenient site.

FLORIDA

Wrigley Fields

Ocala-Marion County, FL

Wrigley Fields is a multifaceted sportsplex comprising 72 rural acres in Marion County. The park features a total of seven baseball/softball fields for various age groups, providing opportunities for all. Other amenities include a pavilion, concessions, a playground, hiking trail and more.

FLORIDA

Frank Brown Park

Panama City Beach, FL

Located just 15 minutes from downtown Panama CIty Beach, and sandwiched between the Grand Lagoon and Gulf of Mexico, 200-acre Frank Brown Park is a sight to behold for tournament planners, athletes and families with its size, amenities and surrounding natural beauty. Along with nine full-sized baseball and softball diamonds, the park also has two t-ball fields, all of which are lighted.

▸ www.ocalamarion.com/sports-events

Corry Locke, 352-438-2800, corry.locke@marioncountyfl.org

FLORIDA

Publix Sports Park

Panama City Beach, FL

With easy access to plenty of hotels, restaurants and entertainment, Publix Sports Park is the perfect spot to host your next baseball and softball tournament. Publix Sports Park has 160 acres of space, featuring nine AstroTurf fields with Z-Cap Cooling Technology and four natural grass fields, all of which have LED lighting. Two Championship fields at 1,500 capacity apiece provide that pro feel for tournaments.

▸ www.ocalamarion.com/sports-events

Corry Locke, 352-438-2800, corry.locke@marioncountyfl.org

FLORIDA

Land O’Lakes Recreation Complex

Pasco County, FL

An extensive 80-acre athletic park, Land O’Lakes Recreation Complex is a state-of-the-art facility with several baseball fields for all age groups. Amenities at the complex include a skate park, dog park, sheltered picnic areas, a recreation center, restrooms, a fishing pier and playgrounds.

▸ www.playpanamacitybeach.com

Chris O’Brien, 850-233-5070, cobrien@visitpanamacitybeach.com

FLORIDA

Lake Myrtle Sports Park Polk County, FL

This multi-purpose sports complex consists of nine collegiate-sized baseball fields featuring electronic scoreboards, oversized dugouts, home and visitor bullpens and batting cages. Events hosted at Lake Myrtle have varied from the Russ Matt Central Florida Baseball Invitational, the largest collegiate baseball tournament in the nation, to National Dog Agility Championships.

▸ www.playpanamacitybeach.com

Chris O’Brien, 850-233-5070, cobrien@visitpanamacitybeach.com

▸ flsportscoast.com

Consuelo Sanchez, 813-770-4343, cbsanchez@flsportscoast.com

▸ visitcentralfloridasports.com

Neal Duncan, 863-551-4714, neal@centralfloridasports.com

FLORIDA

Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium • Polk County, FL

This classic 8,500-seat stadium in Lakeland was opened in 1966 and has had multiple renovations, most recently in 2017. Spring Training home to the Detroit Tigers, it was named after local resident and former Lakeland Parks and Recreation Director Marcus “Joker” Marchant. Recent renovations include six new covered sections, increasing the number of covered seats to 2,098.

FLORIDA

Charlotte Sports Park

Punta Gorda and Englewood Beach, FL

Host to amateur, collegiate, and professional tournaments and training. Home to the Tampa Bay Rays spring training, CSP provides a state-of-the art 7500 seat stadium with a press box, broadcast booth, five hospitality suites, indoor batting cages, large video board and more. Or use their five major league caliber fields surrounding the stadium to make your next tournament a success.

FLORIDA

Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex

St. Pete-Clearwater, FL

Serving as Clearwater’s go-to softball facility, the expansive Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex is a state and national award-winning facility. Across three locations you will find nine naturalgrass fields, all of which are linked by the East-West Trail. Available for tournaments are five 300-foot fields, two 250-foot fields and two 200-foot fields. Other amenities include soft toss areas with batting cages for pre-game warm-ups and practices and two fields feature the latest technology.

▸ visitcentralfloridasports.com

Neal Duncan, 863-551-4714, neal@centralfloridasports.com

▸ www.pureflorida.com/sports

Sean Walter, 941-764-4939, sean.walter@pureflorida.com

▸ www.visitstpeteclearwater.com/sports

Caleb Peterson, 727-464-7257, caleb@visitspc.com

South Commons, a recently renovated venue on the Chattahoochee River, hosts national competitions of all levels and features eight fields. The facilities offer indoor score booths, umpire changing rooms, concessions, restrooms and hospitality suites. Spectators enjoy easy access to nearby hotels, restaurants and entertainment. The 90-acre complex also houses the Columbus Civic Center, Columbus Ice Rink, Jonathan Hatcher Skatepark and Historic Golden Park, which has served as the home to several minor league teams.

SOUTH REGION

LOUISIANA

Oak Villa

Baton Rouge, LA

With around 57 acres of play area, Oak Villa offers top-notch outdoor fields for baseball and softball. Take advantage of eight massive softball fields and baseball fields that have hosted some of Louisiana’s largest tournaments in the last couple years.

LOUISIANA

Lafreniere Park

Jefferson Parish, LA

Lafreniere Park has blossomed out of a large plot of underdeveloped acreage in East Jefferson and now offers a flourishing park with landscaped gardens, softball fields, a championship disc golf course, boating, fishing and an event/meeting facility. A two-mile jogging trail surrounds the playing softball fields.

LOUISIANA

Lasalle Park

Jefferson Parish, LA

LaSalle Park has a large walk track, four turf baseball fields, a tot lot, two fitness stations, and eight batting cages. Visitors can always catch a tournament, game or event at LaSalle Park year-round.

▸ www.visitbatonrouge.com/sports

Jason Suitt, 225-382-3564, jason@visitbatonrouge.com

▸ www.visitjeffersonparish.com

Angela Matherne, 504-733-1084, angela@visitjeffersonparish.com

▸ www.visitjeffersonparish.com

Angela Matherne, 504-733-1084, angela@visitjeffersonparish.com

Coquille Sports Complex

The Northshore, St. Tammany Parish, LA

Located in Covington, Louisiana, Coquille Sports Complex has six baseball fields and five for softball. The complex also has three batting cages as well as a conference room for receptions and other events to accompany tournaments of any size.

Pelican Park

The Northshore, St. Tammany Parish, LA

Surrounding Castine Center is Pelican Park, South Louisiana’s premier sports complex. The park is enormous, featuring 32 athletic fields built for a variety of sports including baseball and softball. There’s also an 18-hole disc golf course, a skatepark as well as batting cages. The park has plentiful parking and there are youth camps and clinics available throughout the year.

MGM Park Biloxi, MS

Home to Double-A Southern League’s Biloxi Shuckers since 2015, MGM Park features 4,500 reserved seats, 12 suites, two open-air party decks, a grass berm and a 1,472-square-foot scoreboard. This Coastal Mississippi park has also been home to the Conference USA baseball tournament since 2017.

▸ www.visitthenorthshore.com/groups/sports

Tanya Leader, (800) 634-9443, Tanya@VisittheNorthshore.com

▸ www.visitthenorthshore.com/groups/sports

Tanya Leader, (800) 634-9443, Tanya@VisittheNorthshore.com

▸ coastalmississippi.com

Marquez Singleton, 228-280-3136, marquez@coastalmississippi.com

MISSISSIPPI

LOUISIANA

LOUISIANA

MISSISSIPPI

The Gulfport Sportsplex Gulfport, MS

The Gulfport Sportsplex features 15 baseball and softball fields. The facility hosts some of the largest and finest local, state, regional & national tournaments. Amenities at this Coastal Mississippi facility include score towers, three batting cages, concession stands, pavilions and more.

MISSISSIPPI

Pete Taylor Park Hattiesburg, MS

Home to University of Southern Mississippi (USM) Golden Eagles baseball, Peter Taylor Park features a 6,000+ capacity with seating set at 4,300. The popularity of baseball at The Pete has sold out spots at The Roost, providing amazing views over right field, with a 15-year wait list to get in for USM games.

MISSISSIPPI

Tatum Park Hattiesburg, MS

The enormous Tatum Park offers four softball fields, as well as nine baseball fields at Larry Doleac Baseball Complex, which is located within the park. Enjoy permanent canopies over the grandstands at each field, ample parking, on-site concessions, and clean restroom facilities. The baseball complex in particular has hosted the 2023 DYB World Series.

▸ coastalmississippi.com

Marquez Singleton, 228-280-3136, marquez@coastalmississippi.com

MISSISSIPPI

Freedom Ridge Park Ridgeland, MS

Freedom Ridge Park is a 50-acre complex with four lighted adultregulation softball fields. Other amenities include four picnic pavilions, two playgrounds, two concession/restroom buildings, a lighted walking trail and a maintenance facility.

▸ www.visithburg.org

Kristen Brock, 601-296-7475, kbrock@visithburg.org

MISSISSIPPI

Hite Wolcott Park Ridgeland, MS

Wolcott Park is a 40-acre athletic facility located on McClellan Drive, off Highway 51. It features seven lighted baseball/softball fields, a playground, 14 batting cages, two bullpens, two concession/restroom buildings and a maintenance facility.

▸ www.visithburg.org

Kristen Brock, 601-296-7475, kbrock@visithburg.org

MISSISSIPPI

BankPlus Sportsplex Tupelo, MS

BankPlus Sportsplex at Ballard Park boasts 16 baseball fields, with a fourfield T-Ball plex, a 3-plex, 4-plex, and 5-plex for a variety of tournament sizes and needs. Along with the baseball fields, the facility also features a skatepark, 1.7-mile trail and 1.2-mile cross country course.

▸ www.visitridgeland.com

Kelly Durret, 601-605-5253, kdurrett@visitridgeland.com

▸ www.visitridgeland.com

Kelly Durret, 601-605-5253, kdurrett@visitridgeland.com

▸ www.tupelo.net/sports

Stephanie Coomer, 662-841-6521, scoomer@tupelo.net

SOUTH REGION

NORTH CAROLINA

Clark LeClair Baseball Stadium at ECU • Greenville-Pitt County, NC

East Carolina University’s Clark LeClair Baseball Stadium has a capacity of 5,000 that can be used for more than ECU athletics. Baseball events and leagues can also utilize the stadium for games and championships.

NORTH CAROLINA

Stallings Stadium

Greenville-Pitt County, NC

Greenville has a strong connection to baseball, and in particular, Little League. Stallings Stadium at Elm Street Park is a premier choice when planning an event in the region, having played host to the Little League Softball® World Series in 2021 for the first time. The 1,000-seat stadium is also the permanent home to the Greenville Little League’s City Championship Series.

NORTH CAROLINA

Catawba Meadows Park Hickory, NC

With the Catawba River Greenway serving as a border, this multipurpose park is an ideally located hotspot for tournament planners. The park features five lighted Little League baseball fields, four lighted youth and adult softball and baseball fields, a field house with concessions, a disc golf course with 18 holes, an umpires and coaches meeting room and much more.

▸ www.visitgreenvillenc.com/sports

Ce’Nedra Dillard 252-329-4200, cdillard@greenvillenc.gov

NORTH CAROLINA

Nash County Miracle Park at Coopers • Nash County, NC

Opened in 2021, Nash County Miracle Park at Coopers has two 225’ baseball fields and two 300’ softball fields spread across 46.5 acres. The park also has an All-Inclusive playground and a walking trail.

▸ www.visitgreenvillenc.com/sports

Ce’Nedra Dillard 252-329-4200, cdillard@greenvillenc.gov

▸ explorenashcounty.com

Devonte Speller, 252-467-6483, Devonte.Speller@rockymountnc.gov

Rocky Mount Sports Complex Nash County, NC

Nash-Rocky Mount’s leading sports facility, Rocky Mount Sports Complex is dedicated to providing the highest level of customer service by offering first-class facilities, outstanding staff and a professional level of maintenance. The complex includes six youth baseball fields, four interchangeable baseball and softball fields, one championship baseball field, a professional disc golf course and a walking trail.

▸ explorenashcounty.com

Devonte Speller, 252-467-6483, Devonte.Speller@rockymountnc.gov

▸ www.visithickorymetro.com

Sarah D. Jones, 828-322-1335, sarah@hickorymetro.com

NORTH CAROLINA

USA Baseball National Training Complex • Raleigh Area, NC

Located in nearby Cary, this complex serves as the official training site for USA Baseball, the national governing body for the sport in the U.S. The complex is designed to provide top-notch training and competition facilities for all ages and skill levels. It features multiple fields, including a stadium field with a seating capacity of approximately 1,700. The facility also includes several additional fields for practice and games.

▸ www.visitraleigh.com/sports-event-planners

Jocelyn O’Sullivan, 919-645-2687, josullivan@raleighsports.org

NORTH CAROLINA

NORTH CAROLINA

Legion Sports Complex Wilmington, NC

Legion Sports Complex includes Buck Hardee Field for baseball. With more than four acres of paved parking, guests won’t have difficulties finding space. Located next to Greenfield Lake and minutes from Historic Downtown Wilmington, there’s plenty to see and do around the complex as well.

NORTH CAROLINA

Long Leaf Park Wilmington, NC

Located just a short drive from Downtown Wilmington, Long Leaf Park is a top choice for sports and family fun. The park features three softball fields and four lighted baseball fields. For activities and fun away from the action, there’s also Ninja Fitness Obstacle Course, a playground and six picnic shelters available, along with a seasonal splash pad and a 1.55-mile paved walking trail.

▸ www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/plansports-events

Joel Smith, (800) 650-9064, jsmith@wilmingtonandbeaches.com

NORTH CAROLINA

Olsen Park Wilmington, NC

This city park has five lighted baseball/softball fields, along with concession stands, a picnic shelter and more. It is used to host regional and state athletic tournaments for both baseball and softball.

▸ www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/plansports-events

Joel Smith, (800) 650-9064, jsmith@wilmingtonandbeaches.com

NORTH CAROLINA

Veterans Park Wilmington Wilmington, NC

The 212-acre Veterans Park includes four lighted Little League baseball fields, one lighted regulation baseball field and one lighted regulation softball field. Facilities without lights include one regulation baseball and one regulation softball field. In addition, the park has two picnic shelters, a playground and a half-mile paved walking trail.

NORTH CAROLINA

Ogden Park Wilmington, NC

This park features three baseball fields and one softball field, a full-size, all of which are equipped with lights. In addition, enjoy the state-of-the-art 10,000-square-foot concrete skatepark equipped with a skate bowl, rails and steps and street features.

▸ www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/plansports-events

Joel Smith, (800) 650-9064, jsmith@wilmingtonandbeaches.com

▸ www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/plansports-events

Joel Smith, (800) 650-9064, jsmith@wilmingtonandbeaches.com

▸ www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/plansports-events

Joel Smith, (800) 650-9064, jsmith@wilmingtonandbeaches.com

NORTH CAROLINA

Truist Stadium Winston-Salem, NC

Truist Stadium is host to the WinstonSalem Dash, a Class-A advanced minor league affiliate of the Chicago White Sox. This downtown ballpark features 5,500 stadium-style seats, 16 luxurious suites on the Club Level, three concession stations, and a 200-foot LED outfield wall scoreboard with video and animation capabilities.

▸ www.visitwinstonsalem.com

Bonny Bernat, 336-728-4215, bonny@visitwinstonsalem.com

SOUTH REGION

SOUTH CAROLINA

Burton Wells Park Beaufort-Port Royal, SC

Burton Wells Park encompasses a 300-acre recreational complex that features three baseball and softball complexes along with a community recreation center. Passive use facilities, picnic areas, walking and nature trails, lakes and an interpretive botanical garden are also available. The park routinely hosts baseball and softball tournaments.

SOUTH CAROLINA

Segra Park Colombia, SC

Segra Park is the home of the Columbia Fireflies, the city’s Minor League Baseball team. The stadium, with the capacity to seat more than 9,000, opened for the Fireflies’ first game in April 2016. Baseball fans can catch exciting minor league games here, though Segra Park is much more than just a ballpark. Inside the stadium, the Club Lounge has space for 500 guests, while the Broad River Balcony looks out onto the field and can hold as many as 120 people.

SOUTH CAROLINA

Conestee Park Greenville, SC

Home of the Greenville Little League, Greenville Dirt Series, and many community events, this “Central Park” of the Upstate features five baseball/softball fields, a playground, walking trail, large shelter, green space, dog park and direct access to Lake Conestee Nature Preserve.

▸ www.beaufortsc.org/sports

Daquan Mickens, 843-525-8529, DMickens@beaufortsc.org

SOUTH CAROLINA

Melvin Park and Crooked Creek Park Irmo-Chapin, SC

Baseball shines brightest at Melvin Park, with its four regulation-sized diamonds and two youth diamonds within a stone’s throw of beautiful Lake Murray. Also within the 71acre park is a splash pad to cool off during hot tournament days. Not far from Melvin Park is Crooked Creek Park, located in Chapin. Crooked Creek Park adds three youth and three intermediate baseball diamonds to the mix.

▸ www.icrc.net/sports-tourism

Ashley Smith, 803-772-1228, asmith@icrc.net

▸ www.columbiascsports.com

S. Scott Powers, 803-545-0009, spowers@experiencecolumbiasc.com

Seven Oaks Park Irmo-Chapin, SC

Located near Saluda Shoals Park, Seven Oaks Park provides additional athletic fields and premier baseball diamonds for multiple levels of play. Along with its three multipurpose fields, the park has six baseball diamonds in total, with four youth, one intermediate and one regulation-sized. The park also has three on-site gyms, along with trails and playgrounds.

▸ www.icrc.net/sports-tourism

Ashley Smith, 803-772-1228, asmith@icrc.net

▸ www.visitgreenvillesc.com

Rebecca Mittleman, 864-696-2509, meet@visitgreenvillesc.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

Grand Park Athletic Complex Myrtle Beach, SC

Located at the beautiful Market Common, this facility includes nine lighted multipurpose Field Turf fields and two natural youth fields, six-lane batting tunnel and complimentary live streaming for those who can’t make the trip.

▸ www.visitmyrtlebeach.com

Jonathan Paris, 843-916-7264, jonathan.paris@visitmyrtlebeach.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

SOUTH CAROLINA

Ned Donkle Complex Myrtle Beach, SC

Featuring seven fields with natural grass playing surfaces, the Ned Donkle Complex is widely considered one of the best youth baseball and softball complexes in the country. The facility has two adult and five youth fields, as well as batting cages, restrooms, concessions and press boxes. The Complex is located very close to Pepper Geddings Recreation Center and Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium.

▸ www.visitmyrtlebeach.com

Jonathan Paris, 843-916-7264, jonathan.paris@visitmyrtlebeach.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

Pelicans Ballpark Myrtle Beach, SC

TicketReturn.com Field at Pelicans Ballpark is home to the area’s minor league baseball team, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Holding up to 6,599 fans in its stands, or up to 10,000 with playing field seating, the stadium offers a unique, memorable space that is perfect for any crowd. Numerous facility options, a full-service catering team, easy on-site parking and more make TicketReturn.com Field a great venue for a wide variety of events.

▸ www.visitmyrtlebeach.com

Jonathan Paris, 843-916-7264, jonathan.paris@visitmyrtlebeach.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

North Myrtle Beach and Sports Complex • Myrtle Beach, SC

This 163-acre park includes two first class sports complexes, one of which is the dedicated baseball/ softball complex which consists of six total fields with dirt infields and natural grass outfields. It includes concession stands, restrooms and play structures. The NMB Sports Complex is set to expand and will add six additional diamonds and a new family entertainment center.

▸ www.visitmyrtlebeach.com

Jonathan Paris, 843-916-7264, jonathan.paris@visitmyrtlebeach.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

Tyger River Park Spartanburg, SC

Tyger River Park, one of the South’s premier baseball and softball tournament complexes, features 12 youth baseball/softball fields arranged in convenient four-field clusters, a championship stadium seating 600 people, as well as unmatched site amenities like a clubhouse, concession areas, VIP Suite and more. Eight fields have permanent fences at 275 feet, two fields have permanent fences at 220 feet and two fields have permanent fences at 260 feet.

▸ www.visitspartanburg.com/spartanburg-sports

John Mark Freeze, 864-594-5000 jmfreeze@onespartanburginc.com

“Tyger River Park, one of the South’s premier baseball and softball tournament complexes, features 12 youth baseball/softball fields arranged in convenient fourfield clusters, a championship stadium seating 600 people, as well as unmatched site amenities.”

TENNESSEE

The Ripken Experience Pigeon Forge Pigeon Forge, TN

The Ripken Experience might be the best experience possible for an eager youth baseball player or an experienced coach. Hosting a baseball tourney in Pigeon Forge is worthwhile, as the Ripken Experience offers an incredible backdrop of the Smoky Mountains and features replicas of six professional ballparks, with four more to open in 2023. Reserved for the 7U–12U age groups, there is no better place for kids to chase their major league ambitions.

▸ www.mypigeonforge.com

Jennifer Smith, 865-429-7432, jsmith@mypigeonforge.com

WEST

From stunning southwestern deserts to the awe-inspiring northwestern Cascade Range, the United States’ West is rich with unique environments to appreciate. Take it all in—both as a backdrop to your baseball or softball tournament and before or after the final scores are in.

For teams looking to enhance their skills, Legacy Sports Complex in Corpus Christi, TX offers space for practice and training sessions.

courtesy of Visit Corpus Christi

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WEST REGION

ARIZONA

Snedigar Sportsplex Chandler, AZ

James Snedigar, the facility is a massive 90-acre sports complex located in South Chandler. In addition to featuring two professional-sized baseball fields, four softball fields and four Little League baseball fields, Snedigar Sportsplex also has a skate park, a dog park and plenty of concessions and other amenities.

▸ www.visitchandler.com

Kimberly Janes, 480-782-3037, kimberly.janes@chandleraz.gov

ARIZONA

Kino Sports Complex Tucson, AZ

This multi-purpose sports venue provides facilities for professional and amateur levels. As the largest entertainment venue in Southern Arizona, the Main Complex features the 11,000-seat Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium, seven regulation-sized baseball fields and two half fields, alon with concessions and clubhouses.

CALIFORNIA

Mesa Marin Sports Complex Bakersfield, CA

Spanning across 15 acres, this multipurpose complex features four lighted softball fields, spectator bleacher seating with a shade structure, a 1,040-square-foot concession and restrooms building and ample parking. A gym/training center is located nearby, along with a dog park for families to enjoy the outdoors away from the action.

Spanning across 15 acres in Bakersfield, CA, Mesa Marin Sports Complex, features four lighted softball fields, spectator bleacher seating with a shade structure, a 1,040-squarefoot concession and restrooms building and ample parking.

▸ www.visittucson.org/sports

Nick Pazzi, 520-770-2157, npazzi@visittucson.org

CALIFORNIA

Buchanan Sports Complex Fresno County, CA

Known for having the best wellgroomed fields in California, this family-friendly, state-of-the-art softball complex is a local favorite and always kept in tip-top shape. Buchanan Sports Complex in Clovis comprises eight softball fields fully equipped with bleachers, lighting for night games, on-site restrooms and ample parking space.

▸ www.visitbakersfield.com

Evangelina Medina, 661 852-7235, evmedina@visitbakersfield.com

COLORADO

Memorial Park Colorado Springs, CO

Memorial Park is Colorado Springs largest community park and offers a wide range of sports facilities to accommodate a number of sports and recreational activities. Along with multiple lit baseball fields, the park also has two 5K trails, an aquatics center and Prospect Lake—perfect for fishing and other athletic or relaxing options for the whole family. Memorial Park Skate Park, the second largest skatepark in the state, is also located on-site.

▸ www.visitfresnocounty.org/sports

Andrew Smith, 559-981-5503, andrew.smith@fresnocvb.org

▸ www.visitcos.com/sports-planners

Cherl McCullough, 719-685-7642, cheryl@visitcos.com

Named after fallen Chandler Officer

WEST REGION

OKLAHOMA

A.C. Caplinger Sports Complex Edmond,

OK

Edmond’s premier baseball complex is located within the beautiful Hafer Park. This complex boasts 12 baseball fields ranging in size to accommodate ages 4–13. Each field has all the amenities to offer an enjoyable playing experience for the players, including sports lights, dugouts, irrigation, bleachers, shade canopies, scoreboards and meticulously maintained playing surfaces. There is also a large, on-site concessions and restrooms building, playground and plenty of parking.

▸ visitedmondok.com

Jennifer Thornton, 405-216-7781, jthornton@visitedmondok.com

OKLAHOMA

Wendel Whisenhunt Sports Complex

Oklahoma City, OK

Wendel Whisenhunt Sports Complex’s sole adult baseball field is not prepared to take on large tournaments, but the quality is worth noting here for adult leagues and events. The complex, which was named after the city’s former Parks and Rec Director Wendel Whisenhunt, also has ADA-accessible spectator areas, restrooms and a concession stand.

OKLAHOMA

Reaves Park Sports Complex Norman, OK

The expansive Reaves Park Sports Complex, across from the University of Oklahoma campus, has numerous baseball and softball fields for tournaments and events. The wheelchair-accessible space also provides bleachers, restrooms, a cleaning station, a pitching machine, scoreboards, speakers and much more. There’s also a unique castlethemed jungle gym for the little ones.

OKLAHOMA

Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark Oklahoma City, OK

Located in downtown OKC’s Bricktown Entertainment District, Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark is the official home of the Oklahoma City Dodgers, the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Seating for Dodgers baseball hits 9,000. The ballpark is also a frequent host of the Phillips 66 Big 12 baseball tournament. Outside the park are three statues of baseball legends Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench and Warren Spahn, all of which have ties to Oklahoma.

▸ www.visitokc.com/sports

Adam Wisniewski, 405-297-8909, awisniewski@visitokc.com

▸ www.visitnorman.com/sports

Trent Brown, 405-366-8095, trent@visitnorman.com

OKLAHOMA

USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex

Oklahoma City, OK

Building on its foundation in OKC, USA Softball added the USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex to its headquarters in 1987. Along with OGE Energy Field, which features a capacity of 13,000 and a three-story press box, there are three additional on-site softball fields and the National Softball Hall of Fame and Museum. The complex has played host to the World Cup of Softball, Border Battle, the highly-touted NCAA Women’s College World Series and more.

▸ www.visitokc.com/sports

Adam Wisniewski, 405-297-8909, awisniewski@visitokc.com

▸ www.visitokc.com/sports

Adam Wisniewski, 405-297-8909, awisniewski@visitokc.com

OREGON

Mountain View Champions Park Aloha, OR (Tualatin Valley)

This 21.5-acre community park was designed to be fully accessible to people experiencing disability. There are many special design features such as wider pathways, no steps and the first synthetic sports field in Oregon created for athletes of all abilities. This Tualatin Valley park may only have one grass baseball/softball field, meaning it’s not for big tournaments, but its 6,500 square-foot inclusive play area and community gardens make it an amazing venue for leagues and other baseball/softball events.

▸ tualatinvalley.org

Wendy Popkin, 503-644-5555, wendy@wcva.org

Howard M. Terpenning Complex Beaverton, OR (Tualatin Valley)

This 92-acre complex in Tualatin Valley receives an estimated 650,000 visitors per year. Named for visionary Howard M. Terpenning, the district’s GM from 1959–1992, this complex includes five softball fields and two baseball fields, along with two skateparks and a 10-acre natural area for non-tournament play.

OREGON

Gordon Faber Recreation Complex

Hillsboro, OR (Tualatin Valley)

Located in Tualatin Valley, the 90+ acre Gordon Faber Recreation Complex began development in 1999 and today includes six premier natural softball/baseball fields, two artificial turf softball/baseball fields and a 4,500-seat baseball stadium called Ron Tonkin Field, which is the home of the Hillsboro Hops Minor League Baseball team.

▸ tualatinvalley.org

Wendy Popkin, 503-644-5555, wendy@wcva.org

OREGON

Lithia and Driveway Fields Medford, OR

Since opening in May of 2008, Lithia & Driveway Fields has hosted more than 47,000 youth and adult games and has generated more than $120 million in economic impact. It spans 132 acres, boasting three full-sized baseball fields and seven additional fields for both softball and baseball. If it’s not already clear that this complex is a tourney planner’s fantasy facility, some other amenities to take notice of are FieldTurf synthetic grass, Musco lighting systems and Daktronics scoreboards.

▸ www.travelmedford.org

Brad King, 541-608-8535, bradk@travelmedford.org

▸ tualatinvalley.org

Wendy Popkin, 503-644-5555, wendy@wcva.org

OREGON

Volcanoes Stadium Salem, OR

Home to the Salem–Keizer Volcanoes minor league baseball team, Volcanoes Stadium is a fabulous baseball park in the Salem region. Nicknamed “Oregon’s Field of Dreams,” the Salem–Keizer Volcanoes Stadium opened in 1997 and has a seating capacity of 4,254.

Wallace Marine Park Softball Complex, in Salem, OR, features five natural surfaces with lit fields surrounded by shaded and grassy areas. Spectator seating for more than 7,000 includes an elevated grand stand and portable bleachers.

OREGON

Wallace Marine Park Softball Complex Salem, OR

Dubbed ”Softball City, USA,” Salem’s crowning softball jewel is located within Wallace Marine Park. The softball complex features five natural surfaces with lit fields surrounded by shaded and grassy areas. Spectator seating for more than 7,000 includes an elevated grand stand and portable bleachers. A boat ramp and fishing docks give visitors access to the Willamette River. This complex is home to large regional and national tournaments annually.

▸ www.travelsalem.com

Luke Zak, 763-568-5180, luke@travelsalem.com

▸ www.travelsalem.com

Luke Zak, 763-568-5180, luke@travelsalem.com

OREGON

WEST REGION

TEXAS

Globe Life Field and Choctaw Stadium Arlington, TX

Globe Life Field opened in 2020 and is home to 2023 MLB Champions the Texas Rangers. The stadium features a 5.5-acre retractable roof, the largest mechanized roof in North America, air conditioning and hundreds of concessions, even some that are exclusive to the city of Arlington.

Across the street is Choctaw Stadium, the former home of the Rangers. The 48,000-capacity stadium’s unique exterior is constructed from Texas Sunset Red granite and brick.

▸ www.arlington.org/sports

Andrew Lawrence, 817-704-7596, andrew@arlington.org

TEXAS

Legacy Sports Complex

Corpus Christi, TX

This 4-field complex features turf infields and natural grass outfields, ensuring optimal playing conditions for baseball and softball enthusiasts. For teams looking to enhance their skills, Legacy offers space for practice and training sessions. Spectators can enjoy ample seating with shade coverings, a concession stand and more.

TEXAS

Harold Patterson Sports Center Arlington, TX

The 135-acre, multipurpose Harold Patterson Sports Center is perfect for hosting tournaments and events yearround and features six baseball fields. The complex is located only 20 minutes from DFW International Airport. Off the field, teams can enjoy picnics at the pavilion, various concessions or the plethora of dining and entertainment options located just across the street at Arlington Highlands outdoor mall.

▸ www.arlington.org/sports

Andrew Lawrence, 817-704-7596, andrew@arlington.org

TEXAS

Whataburger Field

Corpus Christi, TX

Named for the iconic Texas burger franchise started in Corpus Christi, the 7,500+ capacity Whataburger Field is home to the Corpus Christi Hooks, the AA affiliate of the Houston Astros. The ballpark occupies land once dominated by cotton warehouses at the Port and features architectural attributes paying tribute to the site’s heritage.

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Cabaniss Fields

Corpus Christi, TX

Cabaniss Athletic Complex, also known as Cabaniss Fields, hosts a variety of events throughout the year with its designated baseball and softball fields. Situated in the Southside area of Corpus Christi, teams from all over utilize Cabaniss for state tournaments and games, including area high schools in Corpus Christi.

▸ www.visitcorpuschristi.com

Breanna Martinez, 361-561-2000, breanna@visitcorpuschristi.com

▸ www.visitcorpuschristi.com

Breanna Martinez, 361-561-2000, breanna@visitcorpuschristi.com

▸ www.visitcorpuschristi.com

Breanna Martinez, 361-561-2000, breanna@visitcorpuschristi.com

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Berl Huffman Athletic Complex Lubbock, TX

North of Downtown Lubbock is the premier Berl Huffman Athletic Complex. The 86-acre facility features four top-notch baseball diamonds with LED lighting. The complex also offers pavilions, benches, bleachers and a designated food truck area for meals or snacks. Long-distance travelers will have an easy time from arrival to destination as the complex is located just a short drive from an International Airport.

▸ sports.visitlubbock.org

Eric Launer, (800) 692-4035, eric@visitlubbock.org

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Lubbock Youth Sports Complex

Lubbock, TX

Baseball and softball reign supreme at Lubbock Youth Sports Complex.

The facility features a total of 16 fields among four quads. The green, silver and red quads are built for softball, while the fourth quad has three Little League baseball fields and one Junior League baseball field. Each quad features its own centralized concessions building with restrooms and each field its own scorekeeper building and covered bleacher seating.

▸ sports.visitlubbock.org

Eric Launer, (800) 692-4035, eric@visitlubbock.org

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North Seatac Park Seattle Southside, WA

With 160 acres and three different baseball and softball fields available for rent from March to October, North SeaTac Park is a great place to host baseball and softball tournaments and also features walking and running trails.

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Champion Fields at Old Settlers Park

Round Rock, TX

A Round Rock classic, Old Settlers Park is a well-known sports destination for local and national athletic events. The 645-acre park includes Champion Fields, an astonishing 20-field baseball complex, as well as a five-field softball complex. For some fun away from the action for the whole family, the park also has a professionally designed disc golf course.

▸ goroundrock.com

Nancy Yawn, 512-218-7094, nyawn@roundrocktexas.gov

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Valley Ridge Park Seattle Southside, WA

Located within SeaTac with convenient access to I-5, the 21-acre Valley Ridge Park is home to a four field multi-use synthetic sports field complex with lights offering softball, baseball and soccer. The park also offers playground equipment, a community center and parking.

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Dell Diamond

Round Rock, TX

As the home to the Round Rock Express, the Triple-A affiliate to the Texas Rangers, Dell Diamond is a fan favorite among athletes and spectators. The stadium is designed to give guests an amazing, up-close view of the action. Not only is it the site for minor league baseball games, but it also plays host to amateur sporting events.

▸ www.seattlesouthside.com/ sports-planners

Cydney Marks-Nicholes, 206-686-7261, cydney@seattlesouthside.com

▸ www.seattlesouthside.com/ sports-planners

Cydney Marks-Nicholes, 206-686-7261, cydney@seattlesouthside.com

▸ goroundrock.com

Nancy Yawn, 512-218-7094, nyawn@roundrocktexas.gov

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Lake Tye Park Snohomish County, WA

Located on the shores of Lake Tye in Monroe, this community park covers 64 acres and a 42-acre recreational lake. This beautiful multi-purpose space features a synthetic turf field lined for baseball, a natural grass baseball field, concessions, a serene beach area, picnic area, restrooms and a 1.5-mile walking/biking loop.

▸ www.seattlenorthcountry.com/sports

Tammy Dunn, 425-309-2744, tammy@snocosports.org

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Meadowdale Playfields

Snohomish County, WA

Meadowdale Athletic Complex plays home to many adult softball, youth Baseball and Fastpitch tournaments throughout the year. The athletic complex is one of the locations for multiple annual Perfect Game Northwest baseball tournaments. The complex features three lighted adult/youth softball/baseball fields and two lighted multipurpose turf fields which are lined for soccer, lacrosse and fastpitch/baseball, the facility is equipped with concession stands, play structure, picnic facilities, pond, restrooms and parking.

▸ www.seattlenorthcountry.com/sports

Tammy Dunn, 425-309-2744, tammy@snocosports.org

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Gateway Sports Complex Yakima Valley, WA

Gateway Sports Complex is a stateof-the-art complex featuring eight softball fields, each with first-class Musco lighting, professional infield mix, electronic scoreboards and more. Other amenities include coach/umpire rooms, two picnic shelters, a skate park and three playgrounds. The complex is the host site for several WIAA State Softball Championships each year.

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Harmony Sports Complex Vancouver, WA

Harmony Sports Complex hosts baseball and softball tournaments across six fields, five of which have turf infields. This county-owned property is leased to the Harmony Sports Association, which manages operations of the site. The complex is a regular host for the Cascade Little League.

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Carlon Park Girls Fastpitch Complex Yakima Valley, WA

This newly remodeled complex features four girl’s tournamentquality fastpitch fields with permanent 200-foot fences and state-of-the-art lighting systems on each field. The complex hosted the 2023 WIAA 2A State Softball Championships among numerous USA Softball of Washington tourneys.

▸ www.visitvancouverwa.com/sports

Tanya Minor, 564-544-5440, tminor@visitvancouverwa.com

▸ visityakima.com

Rich Austin, 509-594-2742, rich@yakimasports.org

Softball City Surrey, British Columbia

Located next to South Surrey Athletic Park and the Recreation Centre, Softball City is a premier outdoor facility for softball tournaments. With its four championship-caliber diamonds with seating for over 1,500 spectators, a fully licensed Sports Grill with outdoor 232-capacity patio overlooking the action, separate umpire facilities, batting cages, pro shop and plentiful parking, it’s no wonder Softball City is a go-to for tournaments of any size.

▸ sportsurrey.com

Jordan Campbell, 236-668-4745, jordan.campbell@surrey.ca

▸ visityakima.com

Rich Austin, 509-594-2742, rich@yakimasports.org

Gateway Sports Complex, in Yakima Valley, WA, is a state-ofthe-art complex featuring eight softball fields, each with first-class Musco lighting, professional infield mix, electronic scoreboards and more.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

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America’s Heartland is passionate about baseball and softball, with a plethora of facilities across the region capable of hosting top-notch tournaments of any size during the warmer seasons. Being centrally located makes the Midwest a key meeting point for traveling teams across the nation.

The Southland Center, a Ho-Chunk Nation Enterprise in Chicago Southland, IL, has batting cages that are available from November through March. Photo courtesy of Visit Chicago Southland

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Stuart Sports Complex Aurora Area, IL

Stuart Sports Complex offers their facilities at affordable prices, including tournament rentals for exclusive use of fields for an entire weekend. Jam-packed with amenities throughout the facility, the complex features concessions, restrooms, a dog park, a playground with a splash pad, Jericho Lake, and a 1,300 spot parking area.

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Champion Fields

Bloomington-Normal, IL

Considered one of the finest softball complexes in the Midwest, this facility boasts eight lighted diamonds in the main area and two lighted diamonds at Maxwell Park. The host site for 10 ASA/USA National Tournaments in the past two decades. Fields have covered dugouts, bleacher seating, scoreboards and a P.A. system. Each set of four fields also has a concession stand, making this one of the Prairie State’s go-to softball locations.

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Corn Crib

Bloomington-Normal, IL

A great stadium in Normal and built for fun, the Corn Crib is home to the Normal CornBelters, a collegiate summer baseball team. The ballpark has a capacity of 7,000 and opened in 2010.

▸ www.auroraareasportsalliance.com

Brad Banks, 630-256-3194, brad@enjoyaurora.com

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Dodds Park Champaign-Urbana, IL

Located at Parkland College, Dodds Park has seven premier tournament quality softball fields, in a 3-plex and 4-plex structure. The site also has an 18-hole disc golf course.

▸ www.visitbn.org

Crystal Howard, 800-433-8226, crystal@visitbn.org

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Rantoul Family Sports Complex

Champaign-Urbana, IL

The new Rantoul Family Sports Complex, just north of the University of Illinois, is a state-of-the-art facility in the Midwest. The complex offers all turf fields with eight baseball/ softball, two T-ball/Challenger baseball, eight multi-purpose fields, over 800 parking spaces, a splash pad, and concessions.

▸ www.visitbn.org

Crystal Howard, 800-433-8226, crystal@visitbn.org

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Olympic Park Chicago Northwest, IL

This 72-acre sports venue features five softball/baseball fields and has hosted thousands of sports tournaments. The park also comes equipped with two concession stands and 700 parking spots.

▸ experiencecu.org/planners/sportsand-events

Mark Brown, 217-351-4133, markb@experiencecu.org

▸ experiencecu.org/planners/sportsand-events

Mark Brown, 217-351-4133, markb@experiencecu.org

▸ www.chicagonorthwest.com

Melinda Garritano, 847-278-3445, mgarritano@chicagonorthwest.com

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The Sport Center Chicago Northwest, IL

This indoor 110,000-square-foot building includes two soccer fields which can be converted into one baseball/softball field. This quality field can also provide additional coverage for larger Chicago Northwest tournaments that might need additional space.

▸ www.chicagonorthwest.com

Melinda Garritano, 847-278-3445, mgarritano@chicagonorthwest.com

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Matteson Community Center Chicago Southland, IL

The Matteson Community Center covers 73,000 square feet of multipurpose rooms. The community center features two lighted baseball/ softball fields with bleachers, concessions, parking, and dugouts.

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Ho-Chuck Southland Center Chicago Southland, IL

The Southland Center, a Ho-Chunk Nation Enterprise, has two indoor, state-of-the-art Desso Turf fields (111’ x 185’) and batting cages that are available from November through March and a full-service restaurant and bar, as well as a concession stand.

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Lincolnway Special Recreation Center Chicago Southland, IL

The Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA), located in New Lenox, provides adaptive and special recreation services for individuals with disabilities. The facility features four multi-purpose rooms, a learning kitchen, gymnasium with a wheelchair-friendly floor, a therapeutic garden and a wheelchair softball field. Their newest features include a sensory room and a universal design playground.

▸ www.visitchicagosouthland.com/Sports

Kristy Campbell, 888-895-3211, kristy@visitchicagosouthland.com

▸ www.visitchicagosouthland.com/Sports

Kristy Campbell, 888-895-3211, kristy@visitchicagosouthland.com

▸ www.visitchicagosouthland.com/Sports

Kristy Campbell, 888-895-3211, kristy@visitchicagosouthland.com

Ozinga Field Chicago Southland, IL

Home to the Windy City ThunderBolts is Ozinga Field in Crestwood. Ozinga Field is a large baseball venue with the capacity to hold over 3,500 spectators. Batting cages, bullpens, covered/protected dugouts, a press box and more can be found at Ozinga Field. There are also on-site concession stands for spectators. In 2019, Ozinga Field hosted the CollClubSport Division I Baseball Regional Tournament.

▸ www.visitchicagosouthland.com/Sports

Kristy Campbell, 888-895-3211, kristy@visitchicagosouthland.com

Roma Sports Club Chicago Southland, IL

Roma Sports Club in Frankfort offers state-of-the-art practice facilities with one of the largest turf areas within a 20-mile radius. It features a sevenacre outdoor grass area for events, two indoor baseball/soccer fields, a lounge area with full concessions, wifi, monitors to watch your child practice and play from the lounge area and free parking.

▸ www.visitchicagosouthland.com/Sports

Kristy Campbell, 888-895-3211, kristy@visitchicagosouthland.com

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Outdoor Recreation Sports Complex Dekalb County, IL

This multifaceted complex on the campus of Northern Illinois University features a softball field, a baseball field. The fields consist of multipurpose fields, natural turf, artificial turf, lighted fields and bleachers for spectators.

ILLINOIS

Sycamore Park District Sports Complex • Dekalb County, IL

Featuring multiple fields for soccer, softball, baseball, and a disc golf course, Sycamore Park District’s sports facilities can host a variety of tournaments and events. The complex also features a paved walking path, picnic pavilion and storage building.

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McCaslin Park Dupage County, IL

A robust, multi-use park and facility, McCaslin Park originally opened in 2002. In 2010, the park received a $3.5 million redevelopment. The park resides on 32 acres of land and features four baseball diamonds with artificial turf infields, lighting, and bleachers. The ball fields serve adult and youth baseball and softball leagues and tournaments, a variety of youth camps, and family special events. A concession stand is open during the season.

▸ dekalbcountycvb.com

Cortney Strohacker, 815-756-1336, cstrohacker@dekalbcountycvb.com

▸ dekalbcountycvb.com

Cortney Strohacker, 815-756-1336, cstrohacker@dekalbcountycvb.com

▸ www.discoverdupage.com/sports

Igor Bakovic, 630.575.8070 ext. 215, igor@discoverdupage.com

Evergreen Hollow Park Effingham, IL

Evergreen Hollow Park spans 42 acres and comprises two lighted softball diamonds and one lighted baseball diamond. 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.

Hendelmeyer Park Effingham, IL

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

Elgin Sports Complex Elgin Area, IL

Elgin Sports Complex features tons of championship-level competition spaces all in one location. This 107acre venue comprises 10 fully-lit softball fields, hard-surface paths, and a playground. The sports complex is a pet-friendly facility and is wheelchair accessible.

▸ www.visiteffinghamil.com

Jodi Thoele, 217-342-5310, jthoele@effinghamil.com

▸ www.visiteffinghamil.com

Jodi Thoele, 217-342-5310, jthoele@effinghamil.com

▸ exploreelginarea.com

Ryan Cortez, 847-695-7540, ryan@exploreelginarea.com

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Gordon Moore Park (Alton) Great Rivers and Routes, IL

There is something for everyone at this 704-acre park, which is home to 10 baseball/softball diamonds, six picnic areas, six play areas, and a kids’ interactive fountain. Lloyd Hopkins Field is home to the new Prospect League baseball franchise, the Alton River Dragons.

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Plummer Family Park (Edwardsville) Great Rivers and Routes, IL

This new, 83-acre, tournamentquality facility features four lighted, full synthetic turf baseball/softball fields, 12 pickleball courts with lights and sun shades, and six multisport fields. The park also features a playground, concession stand, and paved walking trails.

ILLINOIS

Principia College (Elsah) (Cheatham Stadium) • Great Rivers and Routes, IL

Principia College offers numerous pristine athletic facilities including Cheatham Stadium for baseball. This stadium features lights for night play, a wireless electronic scoreboard, oversized dugouts, premium sound system, and a press box with stadium seating. There are also two dirt bullpen mounds on both the home and visitor sides, a large batting cage, and a warning track around the entire outfield.

▸ www.riversandroutes.com

Jason Troop, 618-465-6676, jtroop@riversandroutes.com

▸ www.riversandroutes.com

Jason Troop, 618-465-6676, jtroop@riversandroutes.com

▸ www.riversandroutes.com

Jason Troop, 618-465-6676, jtroop@riversandroutes.com

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Southern Illinois University (Edwardsville) • Great Rivers and Routes, IL

Edwardsville campus is home to an array of venues, including synthetic turf and grass playing fields, like those at Simmons Baseball Complex and the Cougar Field softball stadium respectively. The complex has a press box, stadium seating behind home plate and lawn seating in the outfield.

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Future Champions Sports Complex Jacksonville, IL

Future Champions Sports Complex caters to all levels of baseball and softball competition, ranging from youth recreational leagues to collegiate contests and including all levels in between. Not your ordinary ballpark, all six infields are turfed, making it virtually rain-out proof and allowing for play from February to November. The stadium-lighted facilities boast electronic scoreboards, concrete dugouts and a full-service concession stand.

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Illinois College (Joe Brooks Baseball Field) • Jacksonville, IL

The Bruner Center on the Illinois College campus includes King Fieldhouse, which houses two batting cages. Other facilities include Joe Brooks Baseball Field which was recently upgraded to a synthetic infield and added bullpens, a batting cage, and new seating. There also is a press box and public bathrooms.

▸ www.riversandroutes.com

Jason Troop, 618-465-6676, jtroop@riversandroutes.com

ILLINOIS

Canlan Sports in Libertyville

Lake County, IL

When it comes to premier sporting event facilities in Lake County, the Libertyville Sports Complex is no exception. The complex spans 160,000 square feet and includes a lighted softball field, an awardwinning driving range and a fitness center in addition to its Indoor Event Center. This center houses eight multi-purpose courts, two turf fields, a 29-foot climbing mountain and conference rooms capable of holding up to 120 people.

▸ www.visitlakecounty.org/Sports

Teresa Lewis, 847-662-2700, teresa@lakecounty.org

▸ jacksonvilleil.org

Brittany Henry, 1-217-243-5678, visitors@jacksonvilleil.org

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Vernon Hills Athletic Complex Lake County, IL

Vernon Hills Athletic Complex is an exceptional venue that can host a variety of sporting events. Able to accommodate a range of competitive outdoor sports, the complex’s 41 acres covers 27 different fields, including 11 baseball/softball diamonds.. No fan will go hungry here either, as this location has a full concession stand.

▸ jacksonvilleil.org

Brittany Henry, 1-217-243-5678, visitors@jacksonvilleil.org

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Waukegan Fieldhouse & SportsPark Lake County, IL

Waukegan’s SportsPark is an awardwinning, state-of-the-art sports complex. Enjoy Illinois named them “the top sports complex in Northern Illinois” and “a perfect place to host tournaments and events.” The SportsPark features 4 softball fields, and 685-space parking lot.

▸ www.visitlakecounty.org/Sports

Teresa Lewis, 847-662-2700, teresa@lakecounty.org

▸ www.visitlakecounty.org/Sports

Teresa Lewis, 847-662-2700, teresa@lakecounty.org

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Augustana College Quad Cities, IL

Located in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana College features several indoor and outdoor athletic facilities. Swanson Stadium/Brunner Field is the baseball facility and has seating for 300, a practice infield, two batting cages, a team clubhouse, concessions, inning by inning scoreboard, press box and state of the art playing surface. Carver Field is the softball facility and it features covered dugouts, lights, bleachers, and a scoreboard.

▸ visitquadcities.com

Joan Kranovich, 800-747-7800 ext. 831, jkranovich@visitquadcities.com

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MercyHealth Sportscore One Rockford, IL

Nationally recognized as a premier host of softball, baseball, and other sports tournaments, this first-rate sports establishment is an excellent option for athletes to duel it out in a nail-biting competition. Spanning 147 acres, the venue includes eight lighted baseball/softball diamonds, two playgrounds, a fishing pond, a recreation path and concessions.

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Spartan Park Springfield, IL

Located in nearby Chatham, Spartan Park is a spacious facility perfect for any baseball or softball event. The facility includes four 315-foot down the line fields, one 180-foot field, and one 225-foot field. Diamonds 5 & 6 are perfect for 7U-10U baseball and all softball play.

▸ www.gorockford.com

Lindsay Arellano, 815-489-1653, larellano@gorockford.com

▸ visitspringfieldillinois.com

Terry Truman, 217-789-2360 x5525, terry.truman@springfield.il.us

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Marion Stadium Williamson County, IL

This baseball stadium features 3,400 chair seats and a lawn capacity of 2,000, this state-of-the-art facility also boasts an HD video board, two picnic gardens, concessions, 14 suites, and a 300-capacity banquet facility. The park has hosted the Colt World Series, the Ohio Valley Conference, college and high school sporting events, rodeos and concerts.

INDIANA

Riverview Softball Complex Elkhart County, IN

Riverview Park and Softball Complex in Elkhart hosts one of the largest adult slow pitch tournaments in Indiana with more than 50 teams. The ballpark features four lighted diamond fields, fenced-in dugouts with roofing, and scoreboards with remote controls. It seats approximately 500-600 people. Amenities include concessions, restrooms, a spacious parking lot, and open patches of grass for stands or warming up.

Deaconess Sports Park Evansville, IN

Deaconess Sports Park is an eightfield complex ideal for girls, women’s and men’s fast-pitch and slow-pitch softball, adult and co-ed softball league play, and boys baseball for 13 and under tournaments. These stateof-the-art fields recently underwent a $3m renovation which included installation of turf infields and improved irrigation across all playing grounds, allowing for fewer rainouts and longer playing seasons.

▸ visitsi.com

Tiffany Yepsen, 618-997-3690, Tyepsen@visitSI.com

Championship Park Kokomo, IN

Opened in April 2021, Championship Park is an outdoor complex that includes eight baseball/softball diamonds, including four high schoolsized and four softball/youth leaguesized. Its features include full artificial turf fields arranged in two quads, concessions, outdoor batting cages, large parking, and other amenities.

▸ www.visitelkhartcounty.com/sports

Amanda Eckelabarger, 800-262-8161, sports@eccvb.org

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Kokomo Municipal Stadium Kokomo, IN

This beautiful championship stadium features seating for up to 4,000 including stadium, lawn, and indoor suite level seating. The 360-degree concourse allows fans to walk around the entire playing field, so you can catch the game from every angle. The playing surface is all artificial turf, making it suitable for multiple sports and special events in nearly any weather. Kokomo Municipal Stadium is located in downtown Kokomo.

▸ www.exploreevansville.com

Aaron King, 812-421-2209, aking@exploreevansville.com

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Northwest Park Kokomo, IN

Northwest Park offers five lighted regulation adult softball diamonds. The park also offers two outdoorroofed picnic shelters, grills, basketball court, tennis courts, large playground, concessions, restrooms and parking. The park is host to many softball tournaments throughout the year.

▸ visitkokomo.org

Sherry Matlock, 765-457-6802, smatlock@visitkokomo.org

▸ visitkokomo.org

Sherry Matlock, 765-457-6802, smatlock@visitkokomo.org

▸ visitkokomo.org

Sherry Matlock, 765-457-6802, smatlock@visitkokomo.org

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Loeb Stadium

Lafayette- West Lafayette, IN

Dedicated in March 2021, the new Loeb Stadium has many new, exciting state-of-the-art features. The field was rotated 180 degrees so that home plate is now located near the corner of Main Street and Wallace Avenue. With the combined lawn and stadium seating, Loeb Stadium features a seating capacity of approximately 2,600. The stadium features 1,910 fixed lower level seats, 76 concourse table seats, two party deck areas and 78 indoor suite seats .

▸ www.homeofpurdue.com

Gabriela Espinoza, 765-447-9999, gespinoza@homeofpurdue.com

Hidden Diamonds Park

Noble County, IN

Hidden Diamonds Park is 89 acres of rolling hills in Albion. The premier outdoor recreational area features a diverse array of outdoor recreation including two lighted baseball/ softball diamonds, concessions, lighted basketball court, playground, and walking trails. It also added a new skate park in 2024.

Kendallville Outdoor Sports & Recreation Complex • Noble County, IN

Home to 89 acres of recreational activities and fields, the Kendallville Outdoor Sports & Recreation Complex has four lighted baseball/ softball diamonds, parking for over 700 cars, and is an ideal venue for any sports event. It also added a new skate park in 2024.

▸ www.visitnoblecounty.org

Grace Caswell, 260-636-3602, grace@visitnoblecounty.com

▸ www.visitnoblecounty.org

Grace Caswell, 260-636-3602, grace@visitnoblecounty.com

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Byers Softball Complex

South Bend and Mishawaka, IN

Looking to host a softball tournament in the Hoosier State? Look no further than Byers Softball Complex, which features five softball fields, electronic scoreboards, a PA system, team dugouts, bleacher seating and a full-service concession stand. The complex has hosted the U.S. Women’s Olympic softball team and multiple Amateur Softball Association national championships.

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Rohrman Park

South Shore, IN

Rohrman Park has hosted its fair share of impressive events, including the National Softball Association Girls Fastpitch ‘B & C’ World Series. The park has four lighted softball/baseball fields, one unlit baseball field and features a playground, large parking area, restrooms, concession stand, one mile paved trail throughout the park and drinking fountains.

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US Steel Yard

South Shore, IN

The stadium is home to the Gary SouthShore RailCats, a professional baseball team and member of the American Association. The ballpark has hosted many collegiate and high school tournaments. The facility seats 6,000 and features three fully-stocked concession stands, 18 luxury suites and a 2,000 square foot reception area.

▸ www.visitsouthbend.com

Nick Kleva, 574-400-4021, nkleva@visitsouthbend.com

▸ www.southshorecva.com/sports

Megan Goodan, 219-301-7762, mgoodan@southshorecva.com

▸ www.southshorecva.com/sports

Megan Goodan, 219-301-7762, mgoodan@southshorecva.com

Grand Park Sports Campus Westfield, IN

Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield is one of the largest complexes of its kind, with annual attendance topping 1 million and boasts 26 baseball/softball diamonds all with lighting and eight that are synthetic turf. There are four different concessions, shaded bleachers, batting cages, and plenty of bathrooms. Since opening in 2014, Grand Park’s staff and facilities have earned a national reputation for excellence.

▸ www.grandpark.org

Matt Trnian, 317-804-3010, mtrnian@westfield.in.gov

Prospect Meadows

Cedar Rapids, IA

Prospect Meadows is the newest of the new. A new, multi-million dollar complex resting on 128 acres of land makes for exquisite baseball tournaments. The complex is currently an 8-field complex with 8 turf infields and 4 lighted. 380 feet to center-field makes for challenging yet enjoyable play. Prospect Meadows also provides portable fencing and mounds and Miracle field for special needs players.

▸ www.tourismcedarrapids.com/ sports-planners

Jay Fanta, 319-731-4556, j.fanta@tourismcedarrapids.com

Veterans Memorial Stadium

Cedar Rapids, IA

Seating 5,300 people, parking for 1,200, and eight suites with seating for up to 25, Veterans Memorial Stadium is the pinnacle of stadiums for hosting baseball tournaments. Play on the same gorgeous baseball diamond that is home to the Cedar Rapids Kernels, Class A affiliate of the MLB’s Minnesota Twins. Veterans Memorial Stadium provides indoor batting cages as well for elite training purposes.

▸ www.tourismcedarrapids.com/ sports-planners

Jay Fanta, 319-731-4556, j.fanta@tourismcedarrapids.com

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Harlan & Hazel Rogers Sports Complex • Fort Dodge, IA

Enjoy 100 acres of recreational opportunities for Iowa sports including baseball and softball at the Harlan & Hazel Rogers Sports Complex. The site comprises 11 baseball/softball fields with six equipped with Musco lighting. Amenities include three batting cages, four concession stands, scoreboards, restrooms, and parking for over 600 vehicles.

▸ www.dodgetheordinary.com

Tiffany Conrad, 515-573-4282 ext. 1016, tconrad@fortdodgeiowa.org

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Seaboard Triumph Foods Expo Center Sioux City, IA

Boasting 80,000 square feet of arena space with MidAmerican Arena and 55,000 square feet of indoor turf with Great Southern Bank Field, the Seaboard Triumph Foods Expo Center is massive. It features space for 400 vendor booths, has 1,125 square feet of conference space, 3,822 square feet of banquet and meeting space and has access to more than 12 miles of walking and biking trails. The turf is ideal for softball or baseball tournaments.

▸ exploresiouxcity.org

Ward Franz, 712-224-1000, Ward@exploresiouxcity.org

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St. Ambrose University Quad Cities, IA

St. Ambrose University features an 80,000-square-foot Wellness Center with a 56,000-square-foot field house. Vincent Athletic Campus features two synthetic turf all-purpose fields with spectator seating, press box, and concessions. St. Ambrose University is located close to shopping, dining, hotels, and entertainment.

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TBK Bank Sports Complex

Quad Cities, IA

Conveniently located off I-80 in Bettendorf, Iowa, the TBK Bank Sports Complex is a state-of-theart, multi-use facility that serves a range of sports events. The 75-acre, 280,000-square-foot indoor complex and its accompanying outdoor sports venue can accommodate all kinds of events and tournaments. The indoor facility features turf space for two softball fields, a team training area, fitness center, batting cages, and food vendors.

▸ visitquadcities.com

Joan Kranovich, 800-747-7800 ext. 831, jkranovich@visitquadcities.com

MICHIGAN

Creasey Bicentennial Park Flint & Genesee, MI

Managed by Grand Blanc Parks and Recreation, Creasey Bicentennial Park features 10 diamonds, eight of which are assigned to two quads for tournament play. Plentiful parking is just the start of included amenities here, with pavilions also available for rent, picnic areas, rustic hiking trails, a dog park and more.

▸ visitquadcities.com

Joan Kranovich, 800-747-7800 ext. 831, jkranovich@visitquadcities.com

Managed by Grand Blanc Parks and Recreation, Creasey Bicentennial Park, in Michigan, features 10 diamonds, eight of which are assigned to two quads for tournament play.

▸ www. ExploreFlintandGenesee.org

Amari Steward, (810) 600-1404, asteward@flintandgenesee.org

MIDWEST REGION

MICHIGAN

Genesee Fieldhouse

Flint & Genesee, MI

Genesee Fieldhouse is the county’s only domed indoor multipurpose sports facility, capable of hosting a number of tournaments and events including baseball and softball. Located in Grand Blanc, the 68,000-square-foot facility is just a few minutes away from Bishop International Airport, making it a prime venue for traveling teams. Its close proximity to Flint also allows teams access to city leisure and entertainment.

▸ www. ExploreFlintandGenesee.org

Amari Steward, (810) 600-1404, asteward@flintandgenesee.org

MISSOURI

Branson RecPlex Branson, MO

This impressive 35-acre recreation facility is a multipurpose sports complex that combines recreation fitness and sports in one convenient location. Outside, visitors will find a 12,249-square-foot aquatic center with a leisure pool, water slides, lap lanes and a diving well. The baseball/softball complex features two 300’ ballfields, two 200’ ballfields, batting cages, entry/ticket facilities, concessions, restrooms and 200-person bleacher seating per field.

▸ www.explorebranson.com/sports

Stewart Grimm, 417-243-2118, sgrimm@bransoncvb.com

MICHIGAN

Richfield County Park & BMX Track

Flint & Genesee, MI

Northeast of Flint is Richfield County Park & BMX Track. The park contains multiple diamonds for baseball and softball tournaments, pavilions, playgrounds, hiking and biking trails and more.

MISSOURI

Ballparks of America

Branson, MO

Take your next tournament or sporting event to the Ballparks of America, a sprawling 1.2-millionsquare-foot campus composed of five replica Major League ballparks to give young athletes an experience similar to the pros. Each field is a 2/3 replica of a famous MLB ballpark, featuring synthetic turf, professional scoreboards, sports lighting and reclaimed seats to mimic the big league stadiums of St. Louis, Chicago, Kansas City, Boston and Brooklyn.

▸ www. ExploreFlintandGenesee.org

Amari Steward, (810) 600-1404, asteward@flintandgenesee.org

MISSOURI

AC Brase Arena Cape Girardeau, MO

This versatile, multipurpose community center offers more than 13,000 square feet of main floor space. It is home to nine youth baseball fields, six youth softball fields, seven concession stands, and joins with the Cape LaCroix Recreation Trail. It also has a grandstand that seats 4,000 that is half covered.

▸ www.explorebranson.com/sports

Stewart Grimm, 417-243-2118, sgrimm@bransoncvb.com

MISSOURI

Capaha Field Cape Girardeau, MO

Capaha Field has been the home of Southeast Missouri Baseball since the program’s inception in 1959. It is also the home to wood bat Prospect League member Cape Catfish. Prior to the 2020 season, SEMO opened a state-of-the-art baseball training facility adjacent to Capaha Field along the third base side. The 4,000-square foot indoor facility can fit up to four batting cages, has portable pitching mounds and is equipped with HitTrax.

▸ www.visitcape.com

Joshua Robison, 573-335-1631, jrobison@visitcape.com

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Joshua Robison, 573-335-1631, jrobison@visitcape.com

MISSOURI

Cape Girardeau SportsPlex

Cape Girardeau, MO

With 121,000 square feet to play with, the state of the art Cape Girardeau SportsPlex is a tournament planner’s dream with its uniquely utilitarian concept. Two FIFA-approved indoor turf courses with 32,000 square feet of availability can be used for baseball and softball tournaments, complete with spectator seating, drop down curtains and several scoreboards.

MISSOURI

Shawnee Park Sports Complex

Cape Girardeau, MO

The Shawnee Park Sports Complex serves as one of the largest youth and adult outdoor sports venues in the region. Eight fields for baseball and softball make this a key destination for tournaments. Two regulation sized baseball fields with 375-foot center field fences and six regulation-size softball fields with 300 foot fences made this an easy choice to host tournaments.

OHIO

Firestone Stadium

Greater Akron, OH

Firestone Stadium works hard to cement itself as a premier venue on the sports scene. The venue was owned by the Firestone Tire Company until 1988 but was later gifted to the City of Akron. The 4,576-seat stadium began a $1.5 million renovation in June 2015 that will improve softball facilities and add a new concession area, two-story team clubhouse, picnic area and training facilities.

▸ www.visitcape.com

Joshua Robison, 573-335-1631, jrobison@visitcape.com

WISCONSIN

Janesville Youth Sports Complex Janesville, WI

The Janesville Youth Sports Complex is a fantastic place to help foster a love for athletics in kids and adolescents from an early age. The complex is spread out over roughly 90 acres of land with baseball and softball fields aplenty making it a great space for tournaments and sporting events. In collaboration with local organizations such as the YMCA, such events are held all the time and youth from the area are encouraged to participate.

▸ www.janesvillecvb.com

Lori Johnson, (800) 487-2757, meetings@janesvillecvb.com

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Joshua Robison, 573-335-1631, jrobison@visitcape.com

WISCONSIN

American Family Field Milwaukee, WI

Home to Major League Baseball’s Milwaukee Brewers, American Family Field is considered one of the best ballparks in the MLB. This retractable roof ballpark opened in 2001 and sits on 265 acres. Featuring North America’s only fan-shaped convertible roof which can open and close in less than 10 minutes, American Family Field also sports large panes of glass which allow natural grass to grow.

▸ www.SportsMilwaukee.org

Marissa Werner, 414-287-6232, Milwaukeemwerner@milwaukee.org

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Cindy Coontz, 800-245-4254, ccoontz@visitakron-summit.org

WISCONSIN

The Rock Sports Complex Milwaukee, WI

The Rock is a sports and entertainment facility that attracts over 125,000 visitors a year. This destination features attractions for all seasons including six major league baseball replica fields, Snowpark and the Umbrella Bar. Activities at The Rock range from weekly live music and food trucks to regional baseball tournaments and local league games. Experience the vibrant, positive community setting that makes The Rock a valued presence in Franklin.

▸ www.SportsMilwaukee.org

Marissa Werner, 414-287-6232, Milwaukeemwerner@milwaukee.org

EAST

What type of backdrop do you envision for your baseball or softball tournament? Whether you enjoy the dense forests and mountains of Upstate New York or the vast vineyards of Loudoun County, Virginia, there’s plenty to discover and explore in the East for the entire family.

Bank of the James Stadium in Lynchburg, VA has undergone a slew of renovations with six new luxury boxes and a video board in right field.

Photo courtesy of Lynchburg Tourism

Loop Road Athletic Complex Clinton, NY

Hamilton College features a pair of diamonds for baseball and softball. The baseball diamond includes a turf field, fenced-in concrete dugouts, elevated bleachers and a press box behind home plate, bullpens and batting cages for both the home and visiting teams, filming towers and new scoreboards. The field also shares a pair of buildings with the softball field; a storage shed and a “comfort station” featuring restrooms.

▸ www.oneidacountytourism.com

Madison Cermak, 315-724-7221, madison@oneidacountytourism.com

RHODE ISLAND

Attanasio Family Field at Murray Stadium • Providence, RI

Providence is home to Brown University, one of the nation’s eight prestigious Ivy League schools. While it is renowned for its academics, the university also boasts a top-tier baseball/softball stadium, featuring a synthetic turf playing surface, sunken dugouts, a tension netting backstop system, batting tunnels and bullpens and a state-ofthe-art scoreboard and press box. The grandstand includes chair backs and bench seating, while enhanced sight lines behind the backstop provide a first-rate viewing experience for fans.

▸ www.visitrhodeisland.com

Jonathan Walker, 401-456-0243, jwalker@gosportsri.com

Peter A. Spina Field and Wildcat Softball Field • Utica, NY

Baseball and softball thrive at SUNY Polytechnic Institute’s Peter A.Spina Field and Wildcat Softball Field, both of which feature covered masonry dugouts, bleachers and a protected covered press box. Located just north of Downtown Utica, there’s also an on-site field house with a multipurpose gym, fitness center, running track, concessions and more for training, downtime and other activities.

▸ www.oneidacountytourism.com

Madison Cermak, 315-724-7221, madison@oneidacountytourism.com

VIRGINIA

Virginia Credit Union Stadium Fredericksburg, VA

Virginia Credit Union Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium that sports 5,000 seats, a 300-seat club facility, and 13 suites. It is home to the Fredericksburg Nationals, a minor league baseball team of the Carolina League and an affiliate of the Washington Nationals, since 2021.

NEW YORK

Utica University Baseball Field Utica, NY

Home to the Pioneers baseball team, the field is located adjacent to Charles A. Gaetano Stadium on the northeast end of campus. Fencing measures at 330 ft. down the lines and 400 ft. to center field. Recently, the infield and the game pitching mound were reconstructed and the outfield drainage system was also replaced. Amenities include a scoreboard, sports information booth, as well as two regulation outdoor batting cages and a turf stretching and warm up area by the home bullpen.

▸ www.oneidacountytourism.com

Madison Cermak, 315-724-7221, madison@oneidacountytourism.com

VIRGINIA

War Memorial Stadium Hampton, VA

For a truly nostalgic feel, hold your next baseball tournament in one of the few all-wooden ballparks left in the world! Home to the Peninsula Pilots of the Coastal Plains League, an event in this beautiful retro setting is like a visit to baseball’s early years. This stadium seats 3,750 spectators with a large percentage of those seats being covered seating. War Memorial Stadium is one of the largest allwooden ballparks in the world.

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Victoria Matthews, 540-372-1216, vamatthews@fredericksburgva.gov

▸ www.visitHampton.com/sports

Jay Richardson, 757-728-5313, james.richardson@hamptoncvb.com

EAST REGION

Dorey Park

Henrico County, VA

Dorey Park is the largest park in Henrico County, encompassing 400 acres in the eastern portion of the county. The park is home to a five-acre lake with the entire shoreline accessible, four tournament fields, convertible for softball or youth baseball, each with 300-foot fences, two youth fields, convertible for baseball or softball, each with 200-foot fences, a dedicated youth baseball field with grass infield and, a 60/90 baseball field.

▸ henricosea.com

Megan Hazzard, 804-501-5221, haz029@henrico.us

VIRGINIA

Hanson Park Loudoun County, VA

Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park is a 257-acre sports facility featuring four baseball/softball fields, batting cages, a disc golf course and a skate plaza. Additional amenities include picnic pavilions, two dog parks, splash pad, playground with rubberized surface, and the Lodge with meeting space.

VIRGINIA

RF&P Park

Henrico County, VA

This athletic facility in Glen Allen features four restored RF&P train cars, picnic shelters, and athletic fields, including The Glen Allen Stadium at RF&P Park. This park seats 600+ and has hosted many World Series and National Tournaments. The park also features five youth fields, convertible for baseball or softball, each with 200-foot fences; one dedicated youth baseball field with grass infield and one 60/90 grass infield baseball stadium.

▸ henricosea.com

Michael McCormack, 804-501-4142, mcc125@henrico.us

VIRGINIA

Brambleton Sportsplex

Loudoun County, VA

The facility includes four 400’ fields and two 200’ fields with a completely resurfaced parking area. Brambleton Sportsplex has been the host for several tournaments including the PONY Nationals, USSSA “C” National Championships, USA Softball Eastern Nationals, and Senior Softball-USA Eastern Nationals.

Potomack Lakes Sportsplex

Loudoun County, VA

The 47-acre athletic complex has won numerous national awards including the 2019 Senior Softball USA Softball Complex of the Year Award. The Sportsplex includes four lighted softball fields with 300-foot permanent fences and 200-foot temporary fences as well as six large, irrigated, adjacent soccer fields.

▸ www.visitloudoun.org/sports

Torye Hurst, 703-669-2005, hurst@visitloudoun.org

▸ www.visitloudoun.org/sports

Torye Hurst, 703-669-2005, hurst@visitloudoun.org

▸ www.visitloudoun.org/sports

Torye Hurst, 703-669-2005, hurst@visitloudoun.org

Bank of the James Stadium Lynchburg, VA

Originally constructed in 1939 as a complex for professional baseball teams, Bank of the James Stadium is home to minor league baseball team the Lynchburg Hillcats, a low-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. This classic stadium seats 4,300 fans and has undergone a slew of renovations, most recently in 2005, with six new luxury boxes and a video board in right field.

▸ www.lynchburgvirginia.org

Andrew Marks, 434-485-7298, andrew.marks@lynchburgva.gov

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VIRGINIA

Peaks View Park Lynchburg, VA

The second largest park in Lynchburg, Peaks View Park offers both passive and active recreation for the entire family. The park has three lighted tennis courts, seven fields for softball and baseball, along with mountain bike trails and a disc golf course. The park also has a popular sprayground and is ADA compliant.

VIRGINIA

Botetourt Sports Complex Virginia’s Blue Ridge, VA

The Botetourt Sports Complex is located within the 125-acre Greenfield Recreation Park which features four championship level softball and youth baseball fields, all with beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

▸ www.lynchburgvirginia.org

Andrew Marks, 434-485-7298, andrew.marks@lynchburgva.gov

▸ www.visitroanokeva.com/sports

John Oney, 540-342-6025, joney@visitvbr.com

James I. Moyer Sports Complex Virginia’s Blue Ridge, VA

The James I. Moyer Sports Complex has hosted 1,000s of softball teams ranging from youth, adult, and high school events to collegiate and national level events. This facility is undergoing complete renovations to be completed in Spring/Summer 2024, featuring player, coach and fan enhancements.

Taliaferro Sports and Entertainment Complex • Virginia’s Blue Ridge, VA

The Taliaferro Sports and Entertainment Complex offers a diverse group of facilities, including Salem Memorial Ballpark, all located approximately one mile southeast of downtown Salem. Salem Memorial Ballpark in particular is home to the Single-A Salem Red Sox and can seat 6,300.

The James I. Moyer Sports Complex has hosted 1,000s of softball teams ranging from youth, adult, and high school events to collegiate and national level events.

Kiwanis Park Williamsburg, VA

Kiwanis Park is the place for you to host your next softball tournament, championship or competition. This 27-acre park in Williamsburg has four softball fields with electronic scoreboards, dugouts and bleachers. It also features a playground area with a pavilion, a concession building and high-quality restroom facilities.

▸ www.visitroanokeva.com/sports

John Oney, 540-342-6025, joney@visitvbr.com

▸ www.visitroanokeva.com/sports

John Oney, 540-342-6025, joney@visitvbr.com

▸ www.visitwilliamsburg.com

Julia Smyth-Young, 757-253-1313, julia.smyth-young@visitwilliamsburg.com

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EAST REGION

VIRGINIA

McReynolds Athletic Complex Williamsburg, VA

The McReynolds Athletic Complex in Yorktown is a 70-acre park with 13 lighted athletic fields that are available to rent for games, tournaments and camps. Of those 13 fields, two are youth baseball fields with grass infields, three are youth baseball/softball fields with skinned infields, one is an adult softball field, and another adult baseball field.

Quarterpath Park and Rec. Center Williamsburg, VA

This 23-acre facility in Williamsburg features three lighted softball fields, a picnic shelter with tables and grills and a children’s play area. The park also houses the Quarterpath Recreation Center, a 35,000-squarefoot indoor facility that offers a wide array of amenities.

VIRGINIA

Warhill Sports Complex Williamsburg, VA

The Warhill Sports Complex is an excellent facility for outdoor sports. The venue features three lighted youth baseball fields, one lighted majors baseball field, four T-Ball fields, outdoor batting cages and a concession building with restrooms and a playground.

▸ www.visitwilliamsburg.com

Julia Smyth-Young, 757-253-1313, julia.smyth-young@visitwilliamsburg.com

▸ www.visitwilliamsburg.com

Julia Smyth-Young, 757-253-1313, julia.smyth-young@visitwilliamsburg.com

▸ www.visitwilliamsburg.com

Julia Smyth-Young, 757-253-1313, julia.smyth-young@visitwilliamsburg.com

· Covered seating for fans with chair back seats on Championship

· New Musco lighting

· New Musco Vision camera system for live stream

· New batting cages

· New larger dugouts with restrooms

· Improved central tower with new elevator

· High speed internet throughout

· Thirteen lighted tournament quality Pickleball courts

· New dedicated spaces for bus parking

· Additional paved parking

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