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Publix Sports Park

Panama City Beach, FL

Publix Sports Park (PSP) is a premier, configurable outdoor sports complex, opened in 2019. PSP is a central part of an already robust sports tourism destination and features 13 configurable multi-purpose fields and a scenic boardwalk. Players and families get to enjoy play at an elite complex before visiting nearby beaches.

The venue was built with the goal of employing a sports tourism strategy to fill hotel rooms during Panama City Beach’s offseason. The Sports Facilities Companies provided a comprehensive set of services, including an economic impact analysis and a financial forecast with SFA, and owner’s representation services and FF&E procurement with SFD. SFC currently provides full-time management services for the outdoor complex. 

Since PSP’s opening, the complex has enjoyed fully booked weekends and a high level of guest satisfaction. 

Specifications

Outdoor Sports Complex

Locations

Panama City Beach, FL

Facilities & Amenities

  • 13 Configurable Fields
  • 5 Collegiate Baseball Fields
  • Up to 10 Collegiate / Youth Softball Fields
  • 9 Synthetic Turf & 4 Natural Grass Fields
  • 1,500-Seat Championship Field
  • Warm-up Areas 
  • Lounging Pavilions 
  • On-site WiFi

ECONOMIC IMPACT

160

ACRES

featured team lead

John Sparks

Vice President, Account Management 

In this role, John oversees efforts to drive financial growth and community engagement for a diverse group of facilities, including well-known sports tourism destinations and large recreation centers. John is a trusted resources to clients and guides them through a variety of processes, including start-up operational development, event booking, program development, and risk management.

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