City of Rock Hill Sports Facilities Guide

Major Sports Facilities Overview Rock Hill, South Carolina Competition Lives Here.

2016 City of Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism

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Novant Health BMX Supercross Track 5 Criterium Course 6 Manchester Meadows 7 Rock Hill Tennis Center 8 Cherry Park 9 Hargett Park 10 Winthrop Coliseum 11 Memorial Courts 12 Terry Complex 13 Winthrop Ballpark 14 Winthrop Soccer Complex 15 Irwin Belk Track 16 Disc Golf Course 17 Lois Rhame West Health, 18 Physical Education and Wellness Center District 3 Stadium 19 District 3 Stadium South 20 Rock Hill Aquatics Center 21 Northwestern High School 22 Rock Hill High School 23 South Pointe High School 24 YMCA, Charlotte Avenue Branch 25 Facilities Summary 26 Entertainment, Culture & Outdoors 27 Contact 29 Sports Tourism 30 Accommodations 30

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Major Sports Facilities Overview

Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Giordana Velodrome „„

Track Cycling Color Pantone Process Black C

1000 Riverwalk Parkway

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Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/326-2453 or 803/326-BIKE www.giordanavelodrome.com

The 250m world-class Giordana Velodrome is part of the Rock Hill Outdoor Center at Riverwalk.

Black / White The facility, endorsed by USA Cycling, hosts local, regional and national events, and it also introPantone Process Black C

duces the local community to the Olympic sport of track cycling through rider development and outreach programs.

The track, with its 42.5 degree banked turns, is built to meet Olympic standards and attracts cyBlack / White

clists of all abilities whether a beginner or a competition cyclist looking for a facility to train. The white for dark backgrounds

facility includes a track-side building with offices, judges area, restrooms and storage areas.

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Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Novant Health BMX Supercross Track

Amateur & Elite Supercross Ramp 1303 Riverwalk Parkway Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/326-2441 www.novanthealthbmx.com

Bicycle Motorcross (“BMX”), which debuted as an Olympic sport in 2008, is one of the fastest growing areas in both the professional and amateur cycling scenes. BMX racing consists of a dirt track where cyclists race across hills, jumps and banked turns.

The Novant Health BMX Supercross Track, which opened in August 2014, is the only Olympiccaliber training facility on the East coast, and one of only a handful in the United States. The facility has both an amateur and an elite supercross ramp. The site hosts local, state, regional and national events while providing instruction, events, races and programs for all ages and skill level from beginner to the elite athlete. The Novant Health BMX Supercross track will host the 2017 UCI BMX World Championships, the first time this event will be held in the USA since 2001.

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Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Criterium course

Road Cycling Opening Late Summer 2016 1307 Riverwalk Parkway Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/329-5620 www.cityofrockhill.com/prt

A 1 to 1.5 mile paved road course will complement the Complete Streets design of Riverwalk and will be used primarily for recreational and competitive cycling with limited vehicle access. The road course will host criterium and time trial racing while providing a safe place for riders of all skill levels to learn and practice the rules of the road. The criterium course is located adjacent to the Novant Health BMX Supercross Track and is expected to open late summer 2016.

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Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Manchester Meadows

Soccer Lacrosse 337 E. Mt. Gallant Road Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/326-3792 www.rockhillrocks.com

Manchester Meadows consists of 70 beautiful acres of recreation space for citizens and visitors to enjoy. Completed in 2006, Manchester Meadows offers sports programs for youth and adults, and the facility hosts local, regional and national soccer tournaments.

Features: Eight Soccer Fields Two lighted, synthetic turf fields with stadium seating for 750 and electronic scoreboards Six lighted natural turf fields Soccer Pavilion with park offices, restrooms, concession stand, meeting space and deck Playground and Playground Pavilion Walking/Biking Trails – paved and lighted Lake Pavilion – a large outdoor, covered shelter Promenade Pavilion – additional concession stand and restrooms

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Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Rock Hill Tennis Center

Tennis 897 Maplewood Lane Rock Hill, SC 29732 803/326-3842 www.rockhillrocks.com

The Rock Hill Tennis Center provides a top notch facility for local tennis enthusiasts and tournament play. Located next to Sullivan Middle School, the facility opened in 2005 and was the result of a joint effort between the City of Rock Hill and Rock Hill School District Three. The Center provides eleven lighted, regulation hard courts along with other amenities. The Rock Hill Tennis Center is a member organization of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and works closely with USTA in offering sanctioned tournaments, leagues and other USTA sponsored programs.

Features: Ten regulation hard courts Championship court with stadium seating Observation deck Concession area Pro shop

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Cherry Park

Baseball/Softball Soccer/Football 1466 Cherry Road Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/329-5672 www.rockhillrocks.com

Cherry Park is a beautiful 68-acre park with a variety of park amenities. The facility provides athletic programs for both youth and adults and hosts some of the largest regional, state, and national softball/baseball tournaments in the country. At the entrance to the softball/baseball complex stands a bronze statue of Mighty Casey, well-known to softball and baseball enthusiasts as the subject of Ernest Lawrence Thayer’s poem “Casey at the Bat.” This 14’ public art work was crafted by Mark Lundeen in 1991.

Features: Softball/ Baseball Complex - Five 300 ft. lighted, fenced diamonds with skinned infields and hybrid Bermuda outfields; Seating for 500 per field, electronic scoreboards, enclosed dugouts; Control Tower with scorekeeping/press area, public address system, park offices, concession stand, restrooms and a first aid room Five Multi-Purpose Fields for soccer, football, concerts and other large gatherings Playground and Tot Lot Area Walking/Biking Trails - 1.5 miles of paved, lighted trails Outdoor Shelter and Enclosed Shelter

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Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Hargett Park

Baseball/Softball Soccer/Football 1240 Deas Street Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/329-5672 www.rockhillrocks.com

Hargett Park’s 19.7 acres offer ballfields, a playground, a memorial courtyard and other features.

In addition to providing a playground and picnic areas for daily use, the park is a hub of activity for local youth sports programs and for local, regional and national softball/ baseball tournaments.

Features: Softball/ Baseball Fields - Two youth ball fields (200’ to fence), two ball fields (300’ to fence) One regulation size multi-purpose field for soccer and football Two batting practice tunnels Two press boxes Two concession stands Restrooms Playground Will Cox Memorial Courtyard Walking trails

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Winthrop University

Winthrop Coliseum

Basketball Volleyball 1162 Eden Terrace Rock Hill, SC 803/323-2129 www.winthropeagles.com

Winthrop’s basketball and volleyball teams play in the beautiful and modern 6,100-seat Winthrop Coliseum, the headquarters for the athletic department and located on Eden Terrace about one mile from the main campus. The coliseum was the home of the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League for two years. The facility was completed in October, 1982, at a cost of $10.7 million. The coliseum is a multi-purpose facility and is used year-around for athletic events, concerts, conventions, receptions, conferences, and various entertainment events.

In addition to the main playing arena, the coliseum contains a modern athletic training room, weight room, laundry room, eight dressing rooms for athletes and visiting entertainers, a booster club meeting room, equipment room, media room, two classrooms, 30 offices, three conference rooms, and a film review room.

The ceiling of the building rises 34 feet above the arena floor and the structure sits on pilings that extend 27-and-one-half feet below ground. The overall size of the building is 271.6 feet x 321.6 feet and covers 158,884 square feet.

In the summer of 2002 the coliseum underwent renovations. The arena seats were replaced with all maroon chairs and the outside walls of the coliseum were covered in brick and a new canopy entrance was erected. In the summer of 2004, the Hall of Fame displays were built in the concourse as well as a new restaurant.

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Winthrop University

Memorial Courts

Tennis 240 Eagle Loop Rock Hill, SC 803/323-2129 www.winthropeagles.com

Completed in 2003, the tennis complex includes 12 lighted courts, seating for 300 and a club house with public restroom facilities, locker rooms, scoreboards, and offices. The site is adjacent to the Winthrop Ballpark, which opened in spring 2001. The 12 lighted courts were dedicated Memorial Courts in 2004 for the members of Winthrop’s 1993 men’s tennis team who were involved in a tragic highway accident in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.

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Winthrop University

Terry Complex

Softball Baseball 301 Gold Drive Rock Hill, SC 803/323-2129 www.winthropeagles.com

The Winthrop Softball complex with its grand entrance, features four fields and a state of the art press box that contains three coaches offices, restrooms, a concession stand and storage room. The press box allows for broadcasting games at all four field locations. Terry Field (above) was dedicated in 2001 and has 300 seats with 100 chairback seats. In 2003, an indoor hitting and throwing facility was added to the already beautiful complex. The facility includes locker rooms, restrooms, indoor batting cages and an indoor field.

Features: Terry Tower Terry Field Practice hitting facility

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Winthrop University

Winthrop Ballpark „„

Baseball 290 University Lake Drive Rock Hill, SC 803/323-2129 www.winthropeagles.com

The Winthrop Ballpark is one of the nicest collegiate ballparks in the south and is home to a nationally competitive baseball program. The original structure of the stadium was built in 2001. A second phase to the complex was completed before the start of the 2008 season that added offices, locker rooms, a players lounge, athletic training room, equipment room, weight room, indoor hitting facility, video room and a VIP box. The facility holds around 1,800 spectators.

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Winthrop University

Winthrop Soccer Complex „„

Soccer 229 Garnet Drive Rock Hill, SC 803/323-2129 www.winthropeagles.com

The Winthrop Soccer Complex has five fields including the main Stadium Field. During the first phase which was completed in 1997 the playing area was enclosed, the bench areas were enhanced, and the old irrigation system was replaced with a new top-of-the-line Toro sprinkler system. In the second phase completed in the spring of 1998 lights were added to allow for night matches and other events.

The Winthrop Soccer Stadium has been host to several Discoveries Soccer Club and area high school regional championship matches throughout the years. It has also been the home to the Charlotte Eagles (USL) professional team over the years. The third phase which was completed in the summer of 2001 added permanent seating, both bleacher and stadium-style chair-back seats, and a state-of-the-art press box. In this phase, a new state of the art sound system was installed and two new parking areas were added. In 2003 a message center with a new LCD scoreboard along with rotating triplex advertising panels were added. In 2005, a new field house was constructed.

This facility is used by soccer and track, and includes locker rooms, storage, public restrooms, concession area and a lounge area for players and club members for soccer. In the spring of 2008, 800 additional bench style seating with seat backs were added to the press box side of the field.

The total seating capacity is now expanded to 1800. New dugouts from Pitch Equipment were also added to the bench areas.

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Winthrop University

Irwin Belk Track

Track & Field 353 Garnet Drive Rock Hill, SC 803/323-2129 www.winthropeagles.com

The centerpiece of Winthrop’s new $2.8 million track and soccer complex, the outdoor track is named for Charlotte , NC, businessman and philanthropist Irwin “Ike” Belk. Built by Farley Construction Company, the track is an NCAA Division I competition facility with a top-quality Mondo rubberized surface. It encircles a full-sized practice field for soccer, as well as areas for field events, such as discus and pole vault. The track is located on Winthrop Garnet Drive near the golf course.

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Winthrop University

Disc Golf Course

Disc Golf 968 Eden Terrace Rock Hill, SC 803/323-2129 www.winthropeagles.com

Winthrop University’s disc golf course is located at Winthrop Lake next to the recreational fields and sand volleyball courts. Winthrop University offers two challenging courses for those who are interested in playing disc golf. The Lake Course, the shorter of the two, is an 18-hole walk around the beautiful sight of Winthrop Lake. For throwers who are just beginning or who want to play for the enjoyment of the game, this course might be the one for you. The Gold Course is one of the most challenging courses in the area. Some of the best disc golfers from around the world show up each year to play this course and participate in the U.S. Disc Golf Championships, which is hosted by Winthrop University. The 9,800 ft course will lead you on an adventure around the Winthrop Recreational and Research Complex area. If you want to challenge yourself and test your skills, this course is for you. The Office of Recreational Services hosts its annual disc golf tournament on the Winthrop Lake Course each fall semester.

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Winthrop University

Lois Rhame West Health, Physical Education & Wellness Center

Swimming Climbing Running Basketball Racquetball 211 West Center Rock Hill, SC 29733 803/323-2652 www.winthrop.edu

Winthrop’s largest building, the 137,000-square foot Lois Rhame West Health, Physical Education and Wellness Center debuted in August 2007.

Named for a 1948 Winthrop alumna and former South Carolina First Lady, Lois West, the signature facility utilizes the latest in environmentally friendly construction techniques, for which it was awarded a silver classification in the LEED Green Building Rating System. In addition to housing academic space for Winthrop’s health, physical education, and sport management programs, the building is the home for campus wellness facilities.

Features: A two-story climbing wall Four full-sized basketball courts An elevated running track An 8,000 square foot weight room A 25 yard swimming pool Four racquetball courts Polly Ford Conference Room includes a portion of flooring from the basketball court of Winthrop’s original 1916 Peabody Gymnasium facility.

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Rock Hill Schools

District 3 Stadium „„

Football 210 South Cherry Road Rock Hill, SC, 29732 803/981-1150 www.rock-hill.k12.sc.us

This facility seats 8,788 and include a field house, 2 concession stands, restrooms, press box and ticket windows.

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Rock Hill Schools

District 3 Stadium South

Football Track 801 Neely Road Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/980-2100 sph.rock-hill.k12.sc.us

This facility is located on the campus of South Pointe High School and seats 5,238. It includes a field house, concession stand, restrooms, press box and ticket windows.

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Upper Palmetto YMCA

Rock Hill Aquatics Center „„

Swimming 325 Rawlinson Road Rock Hill, SC 29732 803/817-7665 www.upymca.org

The Aquatics Center consists of a 41,000 sq. ft. facility with cathedral ceiling, 10-lane, 25-yard x 25-meter competition pool (cool water), 8-lane, 25-yard pool (warm water) with wheelchair access ramp, bleacher seating for over 500 people, 800 sq. ft. special events/meeting room and a large pool deck space.

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Rock Hill Schools

Northwestern High School 2503 West Main Street Rock Hill, SC 29732 803/981-1200 nw.rock-hill.k12.sc.us

Features: Two Gymnasiums seating 2,845 and 600 Track Two Football Fields 10 Tennis Courts Baseball Field Softball Field Soccer Stadium One additional Multi-purpose Field

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Rock Hill Schools

Rock Hill High School 320 West Springdale Road Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/981-1300 rh.rock-hill.k12.sc.us

Features: Two Gymnasiums – seating 2,842 and 600 Track Two Football Fields 10 Tennis Courts Baseball Field Softball Field One Multi-purpose/ Soccer Field

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Rock Hill Schools

South Pointe High School 801 Neely Road Rock Hill, SC 29730 803/980-2100 sph.rock-hill.k12.sc.us

Features: Two Gymnasiums – seating 2,991 and 600 Track/ Football Stadium (also known as District 3 Stadium South) Two additional Football Fields 10 Tennis Courts Two Baseball Fields Two Softball Fields Two Soccer Fields 1 additional Multi-purpose Field

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Upper Palmetto YMCA

Charlotte Avenue Branch, Rock Hill

Basketball Volleyball

402 Charlotte Avenue Rock Hill, SC 29732 803/329-9622 www.upymca.org

The Charlotte Ave. branch of the Upper Palmetto YMCA includes 2 gymnasiums that can be used for basketball, volleyball and other activities suitable for a gym. The “Old Gym” (photo immediately above) seats 600 while the “New Gym” (top photo) seats 200 and includes an overhead track.

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Rock Hill/York County, SC Destinations

Entertainment, Culture & Outdoors

Carowinds Amusement & Water Park

This 337-acre thrill park is home of the tallest structure in South Carolina, the 301-foot WindseekerTM, and world-class roller coasters like IntimidatorTM, the tallest, fastest and longest coaster in the Southeast. There are over 50 rides, shows and attractions, along with a 12-acre children’s area and water park.

Glencairn Garden

This newly-expanded 11-acre garden, on the outskirts of downtown Rock Hill, includes a Veterans Garden, showcase gardens, tiered fountains, ponds, boardwalks, a performance stage and beautiful flower-filled walkways. Visitors can see azaleas, dogwoods, wisteria, camellias, annuals, hardwood trees and more.

Lake Wylie and Catawba River

There are several options for accessing the waters of Lake Wylie or the Catawba River for fishing, canoe or kayak outings. River Park is a 70-acre park along the Catawba River that includes a picnic area, kayak/canoe launch, outdoor classroom and miles of scenic trails. The Piedmont Medical Center Trail at the Rock Hill Outdoor Center offers another beautiful access point to the water. Pack a picnic and watch the sunset from Ebenezer Park’s lakeside shelters or take to the lake for fishing and recreational boating.

Main Street Children’s Museum

Main Street Children’s Museum is inspired by the artwork of American illustrator Vernon Grant,

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who lived and worked in Rock Hill, and created the Kellogg’s characters Snap! Crackle! Pop! .

Make-believe in the pumpkin house, climb to the tip-top of the treehouse and sail on the magic ship. Enjoy memory-making family experiences and engage your young child in creative, developmental play.

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Rock Hill/York County, SC Destinations

Entertainment, Culture & Outdoors

Anne Springs Close Greenway

This accessible preserve is 2,300 acres of pristine land filled with spacious forests, rambling terrain, shimmering lakes and rolling pastures. The beautiful, pastoral environment contains 28-acre Lake Haigler and 36 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. The greenway is a popular place for picnics and features guided nature tours, two swinging suspension bridges, historic cabins and kayak and canoe rentals at Lake Haigler.

Historic Brattonsville

This 778-acre site is a living-history plantation representing life in South Carolina’s Piedmont from the 1750s to 1840s. The plantation served as a backdrop for the Revolutionary War film, The Patriot, starring Mel Gibson. Visits will be highlighted by engaging costumed interpreters, rare breeds of farm animals, and more than 30 historic structures. The scenic Walt Schrader Trails provide 8 miles of hiking and biking.

Catawba Indian Reservation & Cultural Center

Housed in the only remaining Reservation Schoolhouse, the Catawba Indian Cultural Center includes a crafts store, featuring the celebrated and unique handcrafted Catawba pottery. Exhibits offer an educational glimpse into the Catawba past. Take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque half-mile walking trail -- an 18th century wagon trail -- to end at the scenic banks of the Catawba River.

NarroWay Productions

Hilarious comedy and chilling drama in fun-filled interactive performances are NarroWay’s trademarks, including dinner theatres, epic biblical productions and mystery theatres.

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City of Rock Hill, SC

Contact Doug Echols, Mayor City of Rock Hill, SC 803-329-7012 doug.echols@cityofrockhill.com

David Vehaun, City Manager City of Rock Hill, SC 803-329-7012 david.vehaun@cityofrockhill.com

John Taylor, Director Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism 803-329-8773 john.taylor@cityofrockhill.com

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Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department

Sports Tourism

Accommodations Many visitors to Rock Hill come to participate in athletic tournaments coordinated through the Parks, Recreation & Tourism (PRT) Department. To expedite the process of locating accommodations for athletic teams and their families, PRT has created a Host Hotel Program. When calling a hotel to secure a reservation, teams let the hotel know that they are participating in an event coordinated through PRT to receive a discount.

Hotels can join the Host Hotel Program on an annual basis and have their hotel included in Host Hotel marketing provided by PRT. The program has resulted in establishing a great working relationship between PRT and local hoteliers which, in the end, benefits visiting teams and their families.

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Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department

Host Hotel Program

2016 HOST HOTELS Stay where you play! Economy to full service accommodations.

803-329-1330

Please click on the logos for more information.

803-548-5200

803-329-2171

803-329-7900

803-980-0400

803-548-8400

803-326-3300

803-329-5151

803-324-1400

Rock Hill 803-325-1100

Fort Mill 803-578-2600

803-325-2800

803-817-7700

803-329-3121

803-327-0700

803-329-3150

803-817-7700

Note: Tournament/event rates will be honored only when reservations are booked directly with the hotel property.

Upon Check-in, please let your hotel know which tournament or event you are in town for!

Contact Us!

Giordana Velodrome 803-326-2453 Novant Health BMX Supercross Track Cherry Park 803-329-5672 803-326-2441

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Manchester Meadows 803-326-3792 Rock Hill Tennis Center 803-326-3842

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