South Shore, Indiana Sports Complexes
Northwest Indiana’s centralized location makes us easily accessible from almost anywhere in the United StatesIntroduction
SOUTH SHORE, INDIANA
The South Shore of Lake Michigan combines big-city proximity with Midwest hospitality, making it a great setting for tournaments and events of every size. Its modern venues welcome youth, amateur and collegiate competitions year-round, supported by a dedicated team at South Shore Sports that’s focused on ensuring every event’s success. From new pickleball courts at Hammond Sportsplex to turf and grass fields at Legacy Fields, planners have the space, flexibility and accessibility needed for smooth operations and standout experiences.
The attractions in South Shore, Indiana, will keep teams and families entertained. At Albanese Candy Factory in Merrillville, visitors can tour one of America’s sweetest destinations, while Fair Oaks Farms offers hands-on agricultural adventures and farm-fresh dining. Summer brings thrills at Deep River Waterpark, one of the state’s largest outdoor water attractions, and beach days come alive at WhoaZone at Whihala Beach, where floating obstacle courses and paddle rentals create the ultimate play break. For those seeking natural beauty, Indiana Dunes National Park stretches along the South Shore with sand dunes and hiking trails offering sweeping views of Lake Michigan, perfect for recovery walks or team outings.
Together, these experiences make South Shore, Indiana, more than a place to compete, it’s a destination where everyone can make lasting memories on and off the field.
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The National Softball Association’s Girls Fast Pitch ‘B & C’ World Series has been hosted in the South Shore 12 times since 2007 and is scheduled to return in July for the next four years through 2028.
“The South Shore Sports team has the resources and expertise to handle our every need and they always make us feel at home when we are in the South Shore.”
– Bill Horton, President of the National Softball Association
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South Shore, IN Sports Facilities Spotlight
HAMMOND SPORTSPLEX
Sports Covered: Basketball, Dodgeball, Pickleball, Soccer, Volleyball, Wrestling
Located in Hammond, Indiana, just a short drive southeast of Chicago, Hammond Sportsplex is a state-of-the-art facility with a big reputation for tournaments and events. The facility currently has 10 full-size courts for basketball, which can be converted into 20 cross-court volleyball courts. In addition, outdoor sand volleyball courts utilizing authentic Aruban sand are located at the back of the facility.
With its $10-million expansion well underway, the indoor turf soccer fields are currently being relocated and are under construction, slated to debut in 2026. In the meantime, the original area for those fields has added multiple pickleball courts to bolster the region’s fast-growing pickleball interests. This area also has an additional elevated track to accompany the existing quarter-mile track above the basketball courts.
Other features at Hammond Sportsplex include six indoor batting cages, golf simulator at the aptly named Swinger’s Club bar and lounge, concessions, hospitality room and expanded locker rooms.
Legacy Fields at the Sportsplex
Sports Covered:Basketball, Softball, Football, Soccer, Lacrosse
Originally named Crown Point Sportsplex, this 95-acre sports and event complex features two synthetic turf fields, 10 lighted diamonds with seating for 250, six of which are turf and four with natural grass, including a championship field with stadium seating for up to 500. The diamonds have adjustable bases and pitchers’ mounds, and temporary fencing is available for outfields. These fields have a strong history of hosting big tournaments and events, including the Pop Warner Multi-State Championships, World Wiffle® Ball Championship and multiple collegiate athletic conference championships.
Legacy Fields at the Sportsplex is conveniently located just off I-65, and not far from picturesque downtown Crown Point. The facility also includes a playground, pavilion adjacent to the multipurpose turf fields, walking path and batting cages, along with concession stands and restrooms throughout.
Dean and Barbara White Community Center
Sports Covered: Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Soccer, Bouldering, Running, Dance, Cheer, Gymnastics, MMA
Located in Merrillville, Indiana, Dean and Barbara White Community Center is a dynamic hub for recreation, wellness and community gatherings. Opened in 2019, the two-story, 88,000-square-foot facility features a large gymnasium with three basketball courts that can convert into six for volleyball. An elevated track and concessions stand with seating are above the gymnasium. A climbing wall for bouldering and a fully equipped fitness center add to its athletic versatility.
Dean and Barbara White Community Center also houses the Merrillville Parks Department offices and collaborative spaces designed to support programming and operations. These spaces include 3 breakout rooms and the multipurpose event center, which can be utilized as one large space or sectioned off into three individual spaces. Outside, visitors will find a landscaped patio area and Weiss Field, a large multipurpose sports field for outdoor sports, events and activities.
With its expansive amenities and modern design, Dean and Barbara White Community Center stands as a cornerstone of recreation and engagement for the Merrillville community and beyond.
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