Great River & Routes, IL Sports Facilities

Create exciting memories where majestic rivers and roads meet

Introduction

GREAT RIVERS AND ROUTES, ILLINOIS

Journey to the only place in America where the Mother Road of Rt. 66 meets the Great River Road. Located just minutes from downtown St. Louis, the Great Rivers & Routes region of southwest Illinois is home to classic powerboat river racing, catfish tourneys reeling in 100-pound catches and one of the largest cycling tournaments in the Midwest.

Discover this scenic six county outdoor mecca nestled between the nation’s three great rivers – the Mississippi, Illinois and Missouri – alongside four scenic byways. The region is staking its claim as a premier outdoor recreation and nature-based adventure location and for good reason. With stunning kayak adventures on the Mighty Mississippi River to nationally-recognized catfish river fishing tournaments to NASCAR races and F1 Powerboat racing, the options for sporting and leisure adventures is unlimited.

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Don’t just take our word for it, hear what these planners had to say.

“The City of Alton, the Alton River Dragons and Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau have made the NCBA feel right at home since 2022. It was a no brainer to continue this relationship heading into 2024. Between the support, the field amenities, and the City of Alton’s and River Dragons staff, it’s been absolute pleasure to have them host.”

– Jimmy Henderson, Director of DI Baseball Operations

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Great Rivers & Routes, Illinois Facility Spotlight

Plummer Family Park Great Rivers and Routes

PLUMMER FAMILY PARK (EDWARDSVILLE)

Sports Covered: Baseball, Softball, Pickleball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Football

This 83-acre, tournament-quality facility features eight lighted, full synthetic turf baseball/softball fields with one field dedicated to the challenger baseball program and two fields with 60/90’ dimensions from the mound; 24 pickleball courts and one championship court with lights and sun shades; six multisport fields – three lighted all-weather synthetic and three natural grass; and six NCAA and AVP regulation beach volleyball courts.  This sports complex is home to a variety of sports and activities.

Gordon Moore Park Great Rivers and Routes

GORDON MOORE PARK (ALTON)

Sports Covered: Tennis, Golf, Softball, Football, Baseball, Softball

There is something for everyone at this 704-acre park, which is home to eight tennis courts, 10 ball diamonds, a 27-hole golf course, six picnic areas, six play areas, 19 soccer/football fields, and a kids’ interactive fountain. Lloyd Hopkins Field is home to the Prospect League baseball franchise, the Alton River Dragons.

Gateway Convention Center Great Rivers and Routes

GATEWAY CONVENTION CENTER (COLLINSVILLE)

Sports Covered: Meetings, Dance, Cheer, eSports, Wrestling

Conveniently located within 10 minutes of Downtown St. Louis and adjacent to major interstates, this highly accessible and versatile facility is perfect for gatherings both large and small with 23 meeting rooms. Featuring 105,000 gross total square feet, this multi-purpose convention center boasts outstanding services.

Southern Illinois University Great Rivers and Routes

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY EDWARDSVILLE (EDWARDSVILLE)

Sports Covered: Tennis, Cross-Country, Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus is home to an array of venues, including synthetic turf and grass playing fields, a six-court outdoor tennis facility, the SIUE Cross County Course which can host 5K-10K races, Cougar Field (softball), Simmons Baseball Complex and Morris University Center (conferences, banquets). The Vadalabene Center features an indoor hardwood surface and a seating capacity over 4,000 and hosts basketball, volleyball and wrestling. Ralph Korte Stadium seats 3,000 and features a turf soccer field and an eight-lane track.

Principia Great Rivers and Routes

PRINCIPIA COLLEGE (ELSAH)

Sports Covered: Track, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming

Principia College offers numerous pristine athletic facilities including the Coach Crafton Athletic Center (indoor track and field, basketball, volleyball), the Natatorium (swimming), Hay Field House (basketball, volleyball), the Indoor Tennis Center, which also has six outdoor courts, Clark Field (football, rugby, outdoor track and field), and Cheatham Stadium (baseball).

Glazebrook Community Park Great Rivers and Routes

GLAZEBROOK COMMUNITY PARK (GODFREY)

Sports Covered: Soccer, Baseball, Softball

Glazebrook Community Park has four lighted youth baseball fields, three lighted youth softball fields, and four lighted youth soccer fields. The concession stand is open during games in May, June, July, August, September and October.

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