A team managed by Marshall University Athletics is partnering with the summer-collegiate Appalachian League to host a team at Jack Cook Field, starting in the 2024 season, replacing the Princeton Whistlepigs in the 10-team league lineup. (more…)
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State grant clears way for new Marshall University ballpark
A $13.8 million West Virginia state grant is the final piece of the funding puzzle for a new Marshall University ballpark, with the on-campus project budgeted at $23 million and tentatively set to open in March 2024. (more…)
Marshall Continues Pursuit of New Ballpark
Securing a new baseball facility remains a priority for Marshall University, and city officials continue to discuss including the venue in a larger redevelopment plan. (more…)
Marshall Ballpark Talks Taking Shape
Marshall University could have a path to a new baseball facility, as a development concept in Huntington could include a new ballpark. (more…)
Huntington mayor: We’re pursuing new ballpark again
After at least one false start in recent years, a proposed Huntington (W. Va.) ballpark for Marshall University and potentially a pro baseball team is back on the agenda of city officials. Be clear: the talk is the very preliminary stages, and there’s nothing in terms of a site, a funding plan or a tenant […]
Huntington ballpark funding shifts to private sector
Proponents of a new ballpark and convention center in downtown Huntington, W.V., say they will not meet an end-of-the-year deadline to apply for federal stimulus funds for the project but will continue to pursue private financing for the project. The $200-million RiverPlace project would also include a hotel and restaurant. It would serve as the […]
New Marshall U ballpark closer to reality
A new 2,500-seat ballpark for Marshall University would anchor a $50-million development in Huntington, W.V., as the state’s economic-development authority authorizes additional bonding for the project. The project, to be located east of the Marshall U campus along the Ohio River, would also include a 110-room hotel, a restaurant and retail. At one time pro […]