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Space to Compete - Sports Facilities

Hobart-Detter Field

Hobart-Detter FieldHobart-Detter FieldThis is a field that knows
top-notch baseball action. A renovated former minor league and semi-pro park, it is now considered the finest natural turf field in Kansas.

The field serves as home for the Hutchinson Community College Blue Dragons, Hutchinson High School Salt Hawks, and American Legion Lysle Rishel Post No. 68 Colts and Cubs. Hobart Detter is also host site for USSSA Baseball nvitational and State Tournaments.

Call (620) 669-9999 for more information about the field.

Hutchinson Tennis Complex

Hutchinson Tennis Complex Recently named Complex of the Year by the Kansas District Tennis Association, this new 8-court lighted complex, located at 23rd and Severance, includes a hitting wall, walkways, fences, a shelter-house and an informational kiosk.

Other tennis courts in Hutchinson are located at Elmdale Park, East Avenue E and Plum; Rice Park, Swarens and Dover; and Shadduck Park, West 2nd and Van Buren; as well as on the Hutchinson Community College campus and at Hutchinson High School.









Hutchinson Sports Arena -FullSports Arena - Empty Hutchinson Sports Arena
Originally constructed to house the National Junior College Athletic Association Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament that first came to Hutchinson in 1949, the 6,900-seat facility remains home to the tournament every March.

The Arena is the home court for the Hutchinson Community College Blue Dragons, and annually hosts the Kansas State High School Activities Association 3A Basketball Tournament.


Fun Valley Sport ComplexFun Valley Sports Complex
Named “Softball Complex of the Year” by both U.S. Specialty Sports Association and Softball Owners and Directors of America, Fun Valley is a premier sports facility.

Beginning in the spring, every weekend through the middle of October is booked with softball or baseball tournaments. The complex features seven natural turf fields across 35 acres.

Fun Valley is two miles west of Hutchinson and accommodates seating for 5,000. The complex includes a large concession area, a pro shop, an upper deck mezzanine and air conditioned sports bar.



FUN VALLEY
SPORTS COMPLEX
4401 West 4th
620 669-9999 | FAX: 669-0433
e-mail: info@funvalleysports.com
www.funvalleysports.com

Gowans Stadium Gowans Stadium
With the extensive renovations to and modernization of Gowans Stadium, it is now an outstanding venue for a wide variety of events.

Of course, first and foremost it is a football field -- home to the Blue Dragons and the Salt Hawks, state 6A champions the past four years.

In addition to a much needed increase in seating capacity, the $3.5 million project included new entrance gates, public restrooms, locker rooms, and concession areas. This is definitely another reason you’ll want to come share our space!


Salthawk Activity CenterSalthawk Activity Center

Located at Hutchinson High School, the Salt Hawk Activity Center is a multi-use facility. Function space is available for a wide variety of events, including theater, banquets, and meetings.

Call (620) 665-4500 for more information.


Hutchinson Raceway Park

Hutchinson Raceway ParkHutchinson Raceway ParkHutchinson Raceway Park is a dirt race track with exciting racing at 8 p.m. every Friday from April through October. It is located west of Hutchinson at 207 South Mohawk, just south of Fun Valley.

Classes that run on the track include IMCA Modifieds, IMCA Hobby Stocks, Rookie Modifieds, Superstocks, Bombers and the outrageous Cruisers.

Call (620) 662-2213 for more information.

 

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