New Lenox village leaders recently broke ground on a $70 million sports complex that will be known as the New Lenox Crossroads Sports Complex. This 100-acre facility, located near Silver Cross Hospital, will feature 29 youth baseball and softball fields, 12 soccer/multi-use fields, a welcome center, a beer garden, batting cages, a playground, and concession stands. The complex is expected to be ready for tournaments in spring of 2025.
One of the key features of the New Lenox Crossroads Sports Complex is an extensive drainage system designed to allow the turf fields to be playable within minutes after heavy rain, according to JLG Architects. In addition to the sports facilities, there will also be more than 10 acres dedicated to restaurant, retail, and/or hotel use. Officials estimate that the project will create $12 million in economic development for New Lenox in its first year and $20 million by year three. Once fully operational, the complex is expected to generate more than $34 million in annual economic activity with over one million visitors per year.
Todd Feurer has previously worked as a web producer at CBS News Chicago and has written for WBBM Newsradio, WUIS-FM and the New City News Service.
