John Hunt Park has just expanded its sports facilities with a $17 million project that includes four championship multi-use fields, NCAA-approved lighting, digital scoreboards, press boxes, locker rooms, sound systems, plaza areas with shade sails and picnic facilities, expanded parking, and stadium seating for up to 5,000 sports fans.
The Honorable Loretta Spencer was honored to cut the ribbon at the grand opening ceremony of the Loretta P. Spencer Sports Complex at John Hunt Park. The facility was named in her honor as a recognition of her dedication to youth sports in Huntsville. Mayor Tommy Battle expressed gratitude for her vision and leadership without which this fantastic public amenity would not have been possible.
The complex features four championship-caliber fields that will host a variety of multipurpose field sports such as soccer, lacrosse and ultimate frisbee. Two of these fields have synthetic turf while the other two are natural grass complementing the eight synthetic turf fields at the nearby Merrimack Sports Complex. This expansion makes Huntsville an attractive destination for state, regional and national tournaments while also catering to local sports teams.
Sports Commission Executive Director Mark Russell, Parks & Recreation Director James Gossett, Council Members Jennie Robinson and Bill Kling were also present at the ceremony alongside City Administrator John Hamilton. The goal of John Hunt Park is to offer world-class sports facilities for both championship-level tournaments and local residents alike.