North Charleston is celebrating the grand opening of its new sports complex, giving residents access to a modern sports facility in their neighborhood. The city invested $25 million in the project after demolishing the old Danny Jones Athletic Center over a year ago. The new complex features a 25-meter competitive pool, a multi-use gymnasium for basketball, volleyball, and badminton, as well as outdoor tennis courts, a roller rink, and a playing field.
Mayor Reggie Burgess expressed gratitude to the citizens for their support and tax dollars that helped make the new sports facility a reality. He emphasized the city’s commitment to community and wellness, providing residents with comprehensive recreational opportunities to enrich their lives. The complex aims to ensure that North Charleston is a place where community and health are intertwined, offering a wide range of sporting activities for people of all ages.
The city officials believe that the new sports complex will elevate North Charleston’s status as a premier destination for sporting events, attracting regional and national tournaments that will boost the local economy through sports tourism. Burgess highlighted the importance of the facility in building the minds of young athletes, drawing from his own experience at the former center in 1970, where he was introduced to various sports that shaped his career.
Visitors were invited to tour the complex on opening day until 7 p.m., with the tennis courts and roller rinks available for use starting the next day. The full facility officially opens to the public on Monday, offering a wide range of sports and recreational opportunities for the North Charleston community.
The North Charleston Sports Complex represents an exciting new chapter in our community’s commitment to health and wellness,” said Mayor Burgess during his speech at Thursday’s grand opening ceremony. “We have worked tirelessly to create this state-of-the-art facility that will provide residents with comprehensive recreational opportunities.”
The $25 million investment has allowed us to build an exceptional space that includes everything from basketball courts and volleyball nets to badminton shuttles and tennis rackets,” added City Councilman Derrick Simmons.
“This new facility is not just about creating more athletic opportunities; it’s about building stronger communities,” said Simmons.
“We want this complex to be more than just another place for kids to play,” said City Councilwoman Jada Benn Torres.
“It needs to be a hub where families can gather together,” she added.
With its sleek design and top-notch equipment, visitors were impressed with what they saw at Thursday’s grand opening ceremony.
“I can’t wait for my kids to start using this place,” said one mom as she walked her children around the new facilities.
“This is going
