The City of Texarkana, Texas, in collaboration with the Parks and Recreation Department and the Texarkana, TX Dixie Youth Baseball league, will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting of the newly revitalized Swanger Baseball Complex on Friday, May 2nd at 6:00 pm at Spring Lake Park.
Named after Mayor Durwood Swanger, the complex was originally built in the 1980s as a modern facility for baseball and softball, hosting countless games and tournaments over the years for local baseball leagues and regional visitors.
Since dirt work and construction began in July 2024, Swanger has received significant upgrades across all five fields, including new turf, state-of-the-art concession stands, modernized restrooms, and a turfed common area designed for families and visitors. Each field now features covered seating for spectators and covered bullpens for players, enhancing both comfort and functionality. The City partnered with MTG Engineering and Symmetry Sports Construction to design and bring this long-awaited project to life.
