Grand Opening of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Soccer Complex

Date: Saturday, April 5
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Clarksville Soccer Complex (Formerly known as Clarksville Softball Complex) – Lapping Park, 961 Potters Ln, Clarksville, IN 47129

CLARKSVILLE, IND. (March 28,2025) – Clarksville Parks & Recreation is proud to announce the Grand Opening of soccer fields at Lapping Park. A special ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. during the grand opening, featuring the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department, Southern Indiana United (SIU), and town officials. We invite the community to join us on Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a celebration filled with soccer, entertainment, and local community spirit.

The opening event will feature:

• SIU Travel Friendlies: Witness competitive soccer action as travel teams showcase their
• SIU Rec Games: Support local recreational teams and enjoy a day of spirited
• Silent Auction: Participate in exciting bids to benefit local causes and
• Food Trucks: Delight in a variety of local culinary offerings from our community’s favorite
• Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Join us at 2 m. for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department, SIU, and town officials.
• And MORE!

The repurposed softball complex will now be a soccer complex which represents a significant investment in the community’s athletic infrastructure, aiming to support athletes and promote active lifestyles.

“We are excited to repurpose these fields and see them utilized more frequently,” BJ Nelson Lynton said. “This complex will help grow soccer in the Clarksville area and serve as a valuable asset for organizations like Southern Indiana United and the broader community.”

All community members, whether soccer enthusiasts or those simply looking for a fun day out, are encouraged to attend. Bring your friends and family to Lapping Park on April 5 and be part of this exciting new chapter.

Event Details:

• What: Grand Opening of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Soccer Complex
• When: Saturday, April 5, 10 m. – 5 p.m.
• Where: Clarksville Soccer Complex (Formerly known as Clarksville Softball Complex) – Lapping Park, 961 Potters Ln, Clarksville, IN 47129

For more information, contact Clarksville Parks & Recreation at 812-283-5313, info@clarksvilleparks.com, or visit https://siusoccer.com/fieldgrandopening/ We look forward to welcoming the community to our new fields!