Ribbon-Cutting Set For Renovated Countryside Sports Complex

CLEARWATER, FL — Teamwork is the cornerstone of any sports team, but it was also integral to improving the Countryside Sports Complex.

The City of Clearwater teamed up with the City of Safety Harbor, Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program, Pinellas County and city co-sponsored groups for a $2.5 million renovation to the sports complex at 3060 McMullen Booth Road.

To celebrate, the City of Clearwater will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the facility Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m.

Phase I upgrades to the Countryside Sports Complex are complete and include a new press box, restrooms, concessions, storage and locker facility. The athletic field has also been expanded to regulation size. This will allow more youth programs, including Safety Harbor youth sports programs, to be able to play at the facility.

The sports complex already serves more than 1,100 kids, including the Countryside Cougars, Clearwater Soccer and Clearwater Lacrosse youth sports teams.

“This is a wonderful improvement for the youth of Clearwater, Safety Harbor and those involved in youth co-sponsored groups using the complex,” Art Kader, interim parks and recreation director said. “This is an example of what can be done in a community when we all work together to make it happen.”

Phase II of the project will begin in April and will include improved lighting, removal of all old buildings, expansion of the north field, improved drainage and parking lot improvements.