The Goshen Community Schools Baseball and Softball Complex signifies a milestone in the city’s commitment to youth athletics. Located at 1730 Regent Street behind Prairie View Elementary on Goshen’s south side, the new complex is now the unified home turf for RedHawk baseball and softball. The athletic facility replaces Phend Field and the flood-prone diamond at Shanklin Park, fields where both the baseball and softball teams have practiced and played for more than 60 years.
Concepted two decades ago, this project was many years in the making, featuring:
Construction began in June 2024, led by Weigand Construction. Barton Coe Vilamaa directed the architectural design, while A&Z Engineering oversaw key features such as drainage, lighting, and accessibility infrastructure. With baseball and softball teams taking to the fields in 2025, delivering highly-quality results while ensuring that all phases of the complex stayed on schedule was a key focal point for this specific job. Despite a two-month delay due to permitting issues, our project team made up ground through close collaboration and problem-solving.
“Everyone pulled together and worked in the same direction to make it happen.” – Brian Blight, Senior Project Manager, Weigand Construction
One result of that collaboration is the complex’s standout drainage system. Water drains efficiently, only requiring 15 minutes from the end of a rainstorm before the fields are ready for players. This feature makes them usable in virtually any conditions outside of inclement weather.
Given their large range of amenities, the fields are already slated to host IHSAA sectionals in 2025 and 2026. Youth leagues and summer camps will also make use of the complex, positioning Goshen as a regional sports destination. The project has been backed since it began by families and local residents who are passionate about youth sports.
“This project came to life through the collective support of many in our community who believed in this vision,” said Goshen High School Principal Cathy DeMeyer at the grand opening. “We couldn’t be prouder to unveil this top-tier facility.”
For school administrators, the facility is also a demonstration of their commitment to providing students with the resources to thrive in any environment.
“This complex is more than a field — it’s a symbol of equity, progress, and the value we place on giving our students the best,” said DuBois. “And the impact goes beyond high school athletics.”
