New Use Model Opens Doors for More Youth and Community Sports Programs

City of Corpus Christi

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS (News Release) – The City of Corpus Christi has finalized an agreement that allows the Oso Pony League to continue operating at the Southside Sports Complex, located at 1901 Paul Jones Avenue, while also expanding access to more community groups. This move supports youth sports and ensures that taxpayer-funded facilities are available to the public whenever possible.

Under the License Use Agreement model, nonprofit organizations can rent fields at affordable rates, starting at $4.25 per hour or $5.25 per hour with lights. These low costs will enable the Oso Pony League and youth sports groups to concentrate on delivering high-quality programming rather than spending time on fundraising. The City will assume facility maintenance for its athletic fields with the Athletic Fields Maintenance Team within the Parks & Recreation Department.

Fields are available for practices, tournaments, and company events.

“Our goal is to remove barriers and maximize the public benefit of our city-owned assets,” said Robert Dodd, Parks and Recreation Director. “This new model ensures equitable access for all groups and prioritizes the youth sports programs that are so vital to our community’s future, all while keeping rental rates affordable.”

This approach mirrors the successful structure already in place at the Greenwood Sports Complex and follows best practices recommended by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).

For more information about City of Corpus Christi Sports Fields, visit Sports Fields | City of Corpus Christi.

Go to Catalog - City of Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department for rental information. 

To learn more about Oso Pony League Baseball, visit https://osoponybaseball.org/.