The new Memorial Park Multi-Sport Courts officially opened on October 9, 2021.
100% of your donation will go
to fund the completion of this project. If you would like to
discuss other sponsorship options, please contact Jessica Cannaday
or Amanda Kennedy at 708-354-4580.
We are on schedule for a
late July/early August Grand Opening! Several additional
loads of base stone were delivered this past weekend to
ensure proper drainage on the courts. Please be aware that
once the surface is installed, it will need to cure for up to
30 days before it is painted. Pauses in work are intentional
and built into the construction schedule to ensure surface
quality, longevity, and proper installation. Barring any
significant increase in rain events, we are on schedule to
open the new facility in late July/early August!
As always, if you have any questions
or concerns at any time, you may contact the Community Park
District's Executive Director - Jessica Cannaday at
708-354-4580.
Memorial Park Multi-Use Court Project Details
On September 14, the Community Park District Board of Park
Commissioners voted to move forward with an exciting new project
designed to bring expanded FREE fitness and recreational
opportunities to the residents of La Grange Park. The Memorial Park
Multi-Use Court Renovation project will include the installation of
a state-of-the-art outdoor fitness court, three pickleball courts,
Ga-Ga Ball Pit, Tether Ball, mini race track and
more. Download the
full plan here.
Funding
This project has been made possible in part due to a generous
$25,000 donation from Strive 4 Fitness and a $30,000 grant
from the National Fitness Campaign. On Monday, October
12, The Community Park District held a public hearing for the
issuance of $325,000 in non-referendum general obligation bonds
to further fund the project. The Park District has set a goal to
raise and additional $50,000 to support this project Donations
would fund tennis court resurfacing, pickleball fencing, fence
repairs, and landscaping improvements.Help support this project today!
Would you like your name featured on the fitness court?
Call 708-354-4580 or email jcannaday@comunityparkdistrict.org
for more information.
What is a National Fitness
Court?
The Fitness Court is the nation's most innovative outdoor gym. It
was designed by the National Fitness campaign to provide a
seven-movement, seven-minute system that allows you to use your own
body weight to get the perfect workout. This new outdoor facility
will be free for the community to
use. Support
the fitness court by purchasing a Strive 4 Fitness Punch Card or
Boot Camp Pass!
What is Pickleball?
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in
America! Combining elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis,
Pickleball is a low-impact and amazingactivity for
all ages. The Community Park District's multi-use court will
feature 3 new pickleball courts and benches.
The spacious courts will have access to the
existing court lighting, providing extended hours of play at a
premiere location!Click here to support this project
today!
What is Ga-Ga Ball?
Gaga is a fast-paced, high energy sport played
in an octagonal pit and the more players the better. The game is
played with a soft foam ball, andcombines the
skills of dodging, striking, running, and jumping, while trying
to hit opponents with a ball below the knees. Players need to
keep moving to avoid getting hit by the ball.
The rules are fun and easy- and everyone gets
a serious workout. It's super simple. Players and one ball enter
the pit. This is an everyone for him/herself experience; if the
ball touches you below the knee, you're out. The last one in the
pit wins. Then, everyone hops back in for the next round. Games
last no more than five minutes. It's fast, it's sweaty and really
addictive. As soon as you get out, you can't wait to hop back in.
That's why they're all talking about it!
What else is included in this
project?
Accessibility
We are working with SEASPAR, our
special recreation association, to ensure that all people,
regardless of age or ability will have improved access to
free fitness opportunities in La Grange
Park.
Race Track and Fitness
Walk
A mini-race track and fitness walk will be
painted on the asphalt surface for all ages to
enjoy!
Tether Ball
Tether Ball is back in La Grange Park!
This traditional "old school" playground game requires speed,
athleticism and strategy to hit the ball around the pole for
a win.
Improved Tennis Court
Surfacing
Tennis Court resurfacing is included as an
alternate bid for this project. Due to the age of the court,
a grind and overlay would improve the surface-but would be a
short-term fix. We want to bring the court down to the
foundation to create the best playing experience possible.
Please consider making a donation to help make this part of
the project a reality!
Improved Landscaping and More
Trees!
The design incorporates deciduous planting beds within the
multi-purpose court, reducing the total surface area of the
asphalt. This will provide better storm water runoff
management and improved natural storm water filtration. It
will also provide natural shade and improved air quality for
generations!Your donation today will help us install
larger trees.
We would love to recognize you for your support of this project!
Call the Community ParkDistrict's Executive
Director, Jessica Cannaday at 708-354-4580 or
email jcannaday@comunityparkdistrict.org to
discuss the exciting opportunities that are
available!
activity for
all ages. The Community Park District's multi-use court will
feature 3 new pickleball courts and benches.
combines the
skills of dodging, striking, running, and jumping, while trying
to hit opponents with a ball below the knees. Players need to
keep moving to avoid getting hit by the ball.