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Greenwood highlights parks growth, 90,000 visitors to Freedom Springs and new sports facilities
Summary
Mayor Mark Myers credited expanded parks and recreation offerings — including Greenwood Sports Park, a second splash pad, new inclusive playgrounds and a 16‑court pickleball complex — with record participation and increased tourism for youth sports.
Mayor Mark Myers said Greenwood’s parks and recreation programs saw record participation in 2024 and that recent investments are driving visitor and tournament traffic.
"Freedom Springs continues to be a shining example of a well managed public facility where... we welcomed over 90,000 visitors," Myers said, noting that the facility ran a strong safety record but that expenses exceeded revenues by more than $100,000. He credited the Greenwood Sports Park with adding a second splash pad, an all-inclusive playground and playing fields that have helped attract traveling teams; Myers said there have already been more than 1,000 hotel-room reservations for spring tournaments.
The city is expanding recreational offerings, including new youth programs, archery and pickleball leagues and a 16-court pickleball complex in Freedom Park. The Greenwood Community Center and the Field House also reported rising memberships and participation. Myers said the city will introduce a fall festival at the amphitheater and pursue upgrades to maintain parks as "top-tier destinations." He described travel programs that took residents to destinations such as Ireland and the Danube River as examples of expanded community engagement.
Ending: Myers framed parks and recreation investments as part of Greenwood's quality‑of‑life appeal that supports tourism and residential growth going forward.
