Folsom Lake College softball facility recognized as one of the best in nation

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Seven programs, including Falcon Stadium at Folsom Lake College, were honored as 2023 Netting Professionals/NFCA Fields of the Year, the Association announced on Friday afternoon. 

Earning recognition in 2023 are Kamphuis Field/Liberty Softball Stadium (Liberty University/NCAA DI), Irwin Ballpark (University of Texas at Tyler/NCAA DII), Captains Park (Christopher Newport University/NCAA DIII), Christensen Memorial Field (Siena Heights University/NAIA), Wrangler Field (Odessa College/NJCAA), FLC Falcon Stadium (Folsom Lake College/Cal JC) and Barrington’s Fields of Dreams Complex – Champions Field (Barrington High School).

This award, made possible by NFCA Official Sponsor Netting Professionals, recognizes top fields/stadiums in the nation for their flawless grounds maintenance and exceptional playing surfaces. These locations are selected by the NFCA Awards Committee for NCAA Divisions I, II, and III, NAIA, NJCAA, Cal JC, NWAC, and High School.

The winners were nominated by NFCA member coaches and selected by a panel of their peers on the NFCA Awards Committee. They will be recognized on Dec. 9 during the NFCA Convention's annual Awards Brunch.

(Brian Stanley, NFCA)