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by Steve Wolford
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Southern Nevada continues to solidify its status as the sports capital of the world, with the city of Henderson making a significant contribution to the local sports economy.
Following her 'State of the City Address' at the M Resort, Mayor Michelle Romero highlighted the upcoming West Henderson Field House, which is set to open within a year near St. Rose Parkway and Maryland Parkway.
David Paull, who worked with Kemper Sports on the development, emphasized the need for a sports tourism facility in the Las Vegas Valley, particularly for youth sports.
"The Las Vegas Valley is really short a sports tourism facility – specifically for youth," Paull said. The new venue aims to fill this gap by hosting large regional tournaments, attracting participants and their families from neighboring states and beyond.
The West Henderson Field House will span 160,000 square feet, featuring four basketball courts, two hybrid turf fields, an arcade, laser tag, and potentially bowling lanes. It is expected to accommodate nine sports for 1.1 million athletes annually, generating nearly $11 million in wages and $1.5 million in tax revenue.
Mayor Romero expressed optimism about the facility's economic impact, stating, "We don't even know the impact it will have at this point. We have projections, but incredible."
Plans are also underway for a similar complex in East Henderson, on the site of the former Fiesta Casino.
The project is a public-private partnership with Kemper Sports, offering Henderson residents a 20% discount on recreational amenities and the opportunity to host local sports tournaments.
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