MISHAWAKA, Ind. – Ground has broken on a new youth sports facility in Mishawaka, Ind.
City of Mishawaka and Visit South Bend Mishawaka leaders have been working towards the Mishawaka Fieldhouse with Card and Associates since 2018.
Mayor Dave Wood states, “As a result of the new, major youth athletic center, what is important to the City of Mishawaka is the tens of thousands of visitors that will be coming from outside the area that will be a significant benefit to our many hotels, businesses, and restaurants in Mishawaka and the greater region.”
According to a news release, Visit South Bend Mishawaka officials are confident this facility will generate increased tourism and hotel occupancy will be positively impacted throughout the year to supplement seasonal peaks.
“The Mishawaka Fieldhouse will have an immediate positive impact upon opening not only for the residents of Mishawaka but for the entire St. Joseph County community. From providing a local attraction for all to enjoy to welcoming tens of thousands to Mishawaka each year, the Mishawaka Fieldhouse will be an important asset and robust contributor to the economic vitality of our area,” Visit South Bend Mishawaka officials state.
Card & Associate’s portfolio includes the Pacers Athletic Center in Westfield, Finch Creek Fieldhouse in Noblesville, and Community Sports and Wellness Center in Pendleton. According to the media release, with each of these locations, additional economic development occurred rapidly adding to the overall positive impact on the city, its residents, and nearby businesses. “Card & Associates is excited to become part of the Mishawaka and South Bend community to add a vital sports asset,” says Andy Card, Card & Associates CEO. “This Fieldhouse will kickstart the area’s transformation to become a vibrant and welcoming destination.”
The indoor multi-sport component will be completed in the construction’s first phase. The project includes a 220,000-square-foot building with 10 multi-purpose courts, two turf fields, concessions, support, bleachers, and medical tenant space. The current construction schedule anticipates a grand opening in the third quarter of 2024. Future phase construction will commence later in this period. The 220,000-square-foot multi-court facility will begin construction in the third quarter of 2023.
