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Our Mid-Atlantic location and mild climate make Hampton ideal for year-round outdoor competition with little foul weather interference. You'll find the sand and surf of Buckroe Beach and a variety of park-like settings well suited for fierce competition. Team up with the SportsHampton staff to help you set up your next powerhouse event.

Hampton University's Armstrong Stadium
Home to the Hampton University Pirates football team, Armstrong Stadium has hosted the NCAA Division II National Track and Field Championships as well as numerous Division I conference competitions and championships. The stadium seats 17,000 spectators and is equipped to easily handle such outdoor sporting events as archery, football, rugby, and track and field. Amenities include dressing rooms, coaches boxes, press room, and three concession stands. Plus, state-of-the-art electronic scoreboard and Jumbotron screen.

Floor/Facility Specifications:
1 championship playing field with adjacent practice field 8 lane track State-of-the-art sound and lighting system (equipped for television and radio broadcasts)	Outdoor lighting Press box; coaches boxes Jumbotron screen and electronic scoreboard 17,000 seats 2,000 parking spaces

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Gosnold's Hope Park
Gosnold's Hope Park is the second largest developed park in Hampton, consisting of 105 acres. It is the second largest developed park in Hampton, consisting of 105 acres. It offers eight picnic facilities complete with tables and grills, campsites and restrooms, perfect for winding down after a day of heavy competition or practice. The park also features a public boat ramp, a fitness trail, children's playground and athletic fields. And for a real sporting challenge, try keeping up with the kids while riding the BMX Hampton Supertrack at the park.

Park Specifications:
105 acre park Youth football fields Competition BMX track Youth soccer fields	Fitness trail Public boat ramp 8 picnic shelters

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War Memorial Stadium
For a truly nostalgic feel, hold your next baseball tournament in one of the few all-wooden ballparks left in the world! Home to the Peninsula Pilots of the Coastal Plains League, an event in this beautiful park-like setting is like a visit to baseball's early years. For event management, an elevated and enclosed skybox is available.

Field/Facility Specifications:
5,125 Seat Capacity One of the largest all-wooden ballparks in the world Large percent of covered seating	Brick, title-lined food court Box seating Concessions

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To book your next successful Hampton sporting event contact SportsHampton's Dream Team!
Kris Smith, CSA CSEE Group Sales Manager 800.487.8778, ex. 5315	Corey Peterson, Group Services Manager 800.487.8778, ex. 5313

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