City of Gastonia issued the following announcement on Sep 24.
The City of Gastonia and Gaston College have entered into a long-term agreement where the College will lease the use of Sims Legion Park from the City. The ballpark, located at 1201 Dr. MLK, Jr. Way in Gastonia, was originally given to the American Legion Post 23, and is now owned by the City of Gastonia.
Gaston College will use the facility for its Rhinos Baseball team to play games, host baseball camps, and other related events or activities.
“We look forward to a long and successful partnership with the City of Gastonia at Sims Legion Park,” said Dr. John Hauser, President of Gaston College. “We’re excited to bring the community out to Sims Park and to have them cheering on our Baseball team. We want them to not only enjoy our games, but also enjoy other activities at this great facility. It’s an exciting time to be a Rhino!”
The stadium has been home to many baseball teams in the past, including minor league, Coastal Plains League, Highland School of Technology, the American Legion teams and many others.
“This agreement is a win-win for both our City and the college,” said City Manager Michael Peoples. “We are pleased to work with the College to help advance its athletics program and we welcome everyone to an improved Sims Legion Park.”
The agreement, approved by the Gastonia City Council, will be presented to the Gaston College Board of Trustees for approval on Monday, September 27.
Original source can be found here.
Source: City of Gastonia
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