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All roads lead to Lincoln! Whether it’s youth tournaments, state high school championships, collegiate tournaments or professional games and matches, sports are a really big deal in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Specifically, youth sports continue to grow and the grand opening of the Sandhills Global Youth Complex in 2025 means that athletes and their families from across the region will continue to visit Lincoln for years to come for tournaments and a great time in the community.

Housing eight fully turfed fields, the Sandhills Global Youth Complex, in the shadow of downtown Lincoln, boasts two championships fields, one for baseball and one for softball, plus five youth fields that can be used for baseball and softball. The complex is a space for players of all backgrounds and abilities to come together and play, expanding opportunities that will have a positive impact on youth throughout the region. Visit sandhillsglobalyouthcomplex.com for more details.

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