The Loretta P. Spencer Sports Complex at John Hunt Park was officially unveiled by Huntsville leaders, both past and present. The newly expanded facility boasts 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.
Former Huntsville Mayor Loretta Spencer was honored with the facility’s name to recognize her dedication to youth sports in the city. She expressed gratitude to her successor, Mayor Tommy Battle, for his support in making the complex a reality.
The 20-acre facility features four field championship-caliber fields suitable for various multipurpose field sports such as soccer, lacrosse, and ultimate frisbee. Two fields have synthetic turf while the other two have natural grass, complementing the eight synthetic turf fields at the nearby Merrimack Sports Complex.
The $17 million expansion not only makes Huntsville an attractive location for state, regional, and national tournaments but also caters to local sports teams. The goal of John Hunt Park is to provide world-class sports facilities for championship-level tournaments and local residents alike.
Sports Commission Executive Director Mark Russell was on hand for the ribbon-cutting ceremony along with Mayor Tommy Battle, Parks & Recreation Director James Gossett, Council Members Jennie Robinson and Bill Kling
