W2P Midwest Region

MIDWEST 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.

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Stuart Sports Complex

Champion Fields

Corn Crib

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

Dodds Park

Rantoul Family Sports Complex

Olympic Park

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.

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.

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.

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

Aurora Area, IL

Champaign-Urbana, IL

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Bloomington-Normal, IL

Champaign-Urbana, IL

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Bloomington-Normal, IL

Chicago Northwest, IL

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ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

The Sport Center

Ho-Chuck Southland Center

Lincolnway Special Recreation Center

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

Matteson Community Center

Ozinga Field

Roma Sports Club

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Chicago Northwest, IL

Chicago Southland, IL

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Outdoor Recreation Sports Complex

Sycamore Park District Sports Complex • Dekalb County, IL

McCaslin Park

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

Evergreen Hollow Park

Hendelmeyer Park

Elgin Sports Complex

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.

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 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.

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

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

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

Dekalb County, IL

Effingham, IL

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Effingham, IL

Dupage County, IL

Elgin Area, IL

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ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

Gordon Moore Park (Alton)

Plummer Family Park (Edwardsville)

Principia College (Elsah) (Cheatham Stadium) • 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.

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.

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.

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

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

Great Rivers and Routes, IL

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

Future Champions Sports Complex

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

Canlan Sports in Libertyville

Vernon Hills Athletic Complex

Waukegan Fieldhouse & SportsPark

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Lake County, IL

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Jacksonville, IL

Lake County, IL

Lake County, IL

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ILLINOIS

ILLINOIS

Augustana College

MercyHealth Sportscore One

Spartan Park

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Quad Cities, IL

Rockford, IL

Springfield, IL

MIDWEST REGION

ILLINOIS

INDIANA

INDIANA

Marion Stadium

Riverview Softball Complex

Deaconess Sports Park

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.

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 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.

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

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

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

INDIANA

INDIANA

INDIANA

Championship Park

Kokomo Municipal Stadium

Northwest Park

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Williamson County, IL

Kokomo, IN

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Elkhart County, IN

Kokomo, IN

Evansville, IN

Kokomo, IN

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INDIANA

INDIANA

Loeb Stadium

Hidden Diamonds Park

Kendallville Outdoor Sports & Recreation Complex • Noble County, 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 .

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.

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.

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

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

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

Lafayette- West Lafayette, IN

Noble County, IN

MIDWEST REGION

INDIANA

INDIANA

INDIANA

Byers Softball Complex

Rohrman Park

US Steel Yard

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

INDIANA

IOWA

IOWA

Grand Park Sports Campus

Prospect Meadows

Veterans Memorial Stadium

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.

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.

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.

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

South Bend and Mishawaka, IN

Westfield, IN

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Cedar Rapids, IA

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IOWA

Harlan & Hazel Rogers Sports Complex • Fort Dodge, IA

St. Ambrose University

TBK Bank Sports Complex

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

IOWA

MICHIGAN

Seaboard Triumph Foods Expo Center

Creasey Bicentennial Park

Sioux City, IA

Quad Cities, IA

Flint & Genesee, MI

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.

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.

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

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

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Quad Cities, IA

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.

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MICHIGAN

MISSOURI

Genesee Fieldhouse

Richfield County Park & BMX Track

Ballparks of America

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

MISSOURI

MISSOURI

MISSOURI

Branson RecPlex

AC Brase Arena

Capaha Field

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Flint & Genesee, MI

Branson, MO

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Flint & Genesee, MI

Cape Girardeau, MO

Branson, MO

Cape Girardeau, MO

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MISSOURI

MISSOURI

OHIO

Cape Girardeau SportsPlex

Shawnee Park Sports Complex

Firestone Stadium

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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Janesville Youth Sports Complex

American Family Field

The Rock Sports Complex

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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