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Kansas announces a historic deal to build a new Chiefs stadium and an entertainment district
Kansas officials announced a landmark agreement to bring the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs across state lines, unveiling plans for a domed stadium, entertainment district, new team headquarters and a training facility. Backed by more than $1 billion in public support through STAR bonds, the $3.3 billion project marks one of the most significant sports development deals in the region’s history and positions Kansas for a national spotlight.
The stadium and entertainment district are planned near the Legends area in Wyandotte County, with the Chiefs’ headquarters and practice facility slated for Olathe. State leaders emphasized that public funding will be generated through project-related revenue rather than new taxes, with private investment covering roughly 40 percent of total costs. Construction is projected to create 20,000 jobs and generate more than $4 billion in economic impact.
Design work is expected to begin immediately, with construction following and a targeted opening in fall 2031. Chiefs leadership described the move as a long-term decision focused on future growth, fan experience and the ability to host major events, including a Super Bowl.
509 Indoor BMX is bringing year-round racing to Washington State
A new indoor BMX facility in Cheney, Washington, is set to change the offseason landscape for riders across the Northwest. 509 Indoor BMX is the region’s only indoor BMX track, offering year-round training and competition regardless of weather. Built inside a facility near Spotted and Andrus roads, the project fills a long-standing winter gap for a sport often sidelined by snow and cold.
More than 250 truckloads of clay were brought in and shaped into a full-scale racecourse featuring jumps, straightaways and high-speed sections. Nationally recognized track builder Billy Allen led the initial construction, with local crews now grooming, packing and fine-tuning the surface to ensure race-ready conditions. The result is a hard-packed clay track designed for both performance and durability.
509 Indoor BMX is designed to be inclusive and family-focused, welcoming riders from toddlers on Strider bikes to seasoned racers. Flexible day passes and membership options support casual riders and committed competitors alike, with the first official race having taken place January 2.
North Texas town adds $5M racquet club with pickleball and training hub
Aledo, Texas’ rapid growth has created a clear need for more local sports and recreation options, and a new privately funded project is stepping in to fill that gap. The $5 million Aledo Racquet Club was officially registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in mid-December, with construction scheduled to begin in March 2026 and wrap up in early 2027. For a sports-minded community, the project represents a long-awaited investment within city limits.
The 70,667-square-foot complex will sit on 5.4 acres along Bailey Ranch Road and feature pickleball and tennis courts, a restaurant, fitness space and a pro shop. It will also become the new home for Twitch, a baseball and softball training operation equipped with advanced hitting and pitching analytics.
The development reflects Aledo’s broader momentum. Located southwest of Fort Worth, the town has seen steady population and school enrollment growth, signaling continued demand for high-quality, community-centered athletic facilities.
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Volleyball club in Santa Barbara, California, plans new indoor youth sports facility
Santa Barbara Volleyball Club is moving forward with plans for a dedicated indoor youth sports facility, which is a significant step toward addressing the region’s shortage of gym space. The project follows the County Board of Supervisors’ approval of a lease for county-owned property and is now entering the planning and permitting phase. Leaders say the facility will give local youth sports organizations a long-term home designed specifically for year-round use.
With a dedicated gym, the club will be able to expand programming, reduce reliance on shared or rented facilities, and open the doors to additional leagues beyond volleyball. Club officials describe the project as a long-term investment in youth development, centered on creating a safe, high-quality environment for athletes to grow both on and off the court.
County leaders view the project as a model public-private partnership. Funded primarily through grants and private donations, the facility will sit alongside a nearby housing development, reinforcing a broader vision for community-focused growth in the area.
DePaul University cleared to build new athletic complex in Lincoln Park, Chicago
After more than two years of revisions and community negotiations, DePaul University has received City Council approval to move forward with a $60 million basketball and athletics practice facility on its Lincoln Park campus. The vote clears the project’s final hurdle, allowing DePaul to advance permitting and pre-construction work ahead of a planned summer 2026 start.
The new facility will feature two full practice gyms, giving each basketball program dedicated training space while freeing up existing campus areas for expanded offices and shared use. The project builds on recent upgrades to the Sullivan Athletic Center and McGrath-Phillips Arena and is positioned as a critical step in maintaining competitiveness within the Big East Conference.
Community feedback significantly reshaped the design, resulting in a smaller footprint, enhanced landscaping, neighborhood-sensitive architecture and sustainability features that meet the city’s development standards. DePaul also committed to historic preservation investments, expanded community access and public EV charging. Construction is expected to conclude in fall 2027, marking a major milestone in the university’s long-term athletics strategy.
Proposed Badger Mountain Sports Complex targets 2026 groundbreaking
Plans are coming into focus for a sprawling, multimillion-dollar sports and activity complex south of Badger Mountain, with developers targeting a summer 2026 groundbreaking. The nearly 200-acre project, led by Activity Center Development Company, would bring together soccer, baseball, softball and indoor court sports in a single campus designed to meet long-standing field shortages in the Tri-Cities, Washington. Estimated at $100 million to $130 million, the complex has been in development for more than four years, driven by firsthand experience from families navigating limited local facilities.
The proposed layout includes eight multiuse soccer fields, six convertible baseball fields, four softball fields and a 150,000-square-foot field house for basketball, volleyball and pickleball. Plans also call for an outdoor amphitheater, terraced seating, and parking for up to 3,000 vehicles, using the site’s natural slopes to shape a walkable, campus-style environment.
Beyond athletics, the vision extends to hotels, bungalows, RV spaces and dining options to support visiting teams and tournaments. Developers expect private investment to fund most of the project, with economic impact estimates reaching $1.7 million per full weekend.
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