We end 2015 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #7: How the Loudoun Hounds raised millions of dollars for a new ballpark, only to end up in court. (more…)
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Atlantic League still wants Loudoun; more changes for 2017?
The independent Atlantic League is still interested in a Loudoun County team despite the demise of VIP Sports & Entertainment and the Loudoun Hounds; meanwhile, the league’s 2016 and 2017 lineup could be in flux as New Britain enters the league. (more…)
Hounds, One Loudoun court battle begins
From raising $13 million to having only $671.63 left in a bank account: The tale of VIP Sports and Entertainment‘s attempt to bring independent baseball and professional soccer to Loudoun, Virginia. (more…)
One Loudoun breaks with baseball, soccer teams
The developer of One Loudoun in suburban Virginia are seeking to break a lease for land meant for a Loudoun Hounds ballpark — once pitched as an independent league team — but baseball is still on the agenda for the development. One Loudoun, LLC has filed suit in Loudoun County Circuit Court seeking to terminate […]
Hounds: New ballpark won’t be ready for 2014 opener
A new Loudoun (Va.) ballpark for the Loudoun Hounds won’t be ready for the 2014 season opener, meaning the team will either play elsewhere while construction work is completed. According to the Hounds, work is being done on the facility, which is also designed to house professional soccer. The VIP Sports & Entertainment schedule has […]