Headland, Ala. (WDNews) — Youth sports in Headland are getting a major boost just in time for the start of the recreational baseball and softball season.
City officials recently accepted a $50,000 check from Wiregrass RC&D to help fund improvements at two of Headland’s ball complexes. The funding will support upgrades designed to improve the experience for both players and fans.
According to city officials, the funding will be used to install new bleachers, fencing and scoreboards at the softball fields at the Howard Holland Complex. Additional improvements are planned at the Smith Singleton Complex, including dirt work, fencing and new backstops.
Mayor John Singleton and members of the Headland City Council were joined during the presentation by Sen. Donnie Chesteen Beasley, Rep. Steve Rehm, Houston County commissioners and Wiregrass RC&D board members Ronnie Davis and Joe Woods.
City leaders say the investment will help strengthen recreational opportunities for local families while continuing to support youth athletics in the community.
Officials also expressed appreciation to Wiregrass RC&D for partnering with the city and helping invest in facilities that serve young athletes across Headland.
With improvements on the way and the new season approaching, city leaders say they are excited to see players and families back on the fields.
