Facility to Be Operated by Nonprofit Group
Elected officials from the Town of Smithtown joined with Agape Community Sports Services and developer Prospect Sports Partners LLC on December 12 at the official groundbreaking ceremony for Destination KP Sports Park, a state-of-the-art, 44-acre sports complex that the town says will serve as a premier destination for athletic events and community recreation. The $92 million facility, located at 350 Old Northport Road, will feature a variety of amenities, including:
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seven outdoor athletic fields
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two outdoor practice fields
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a 64,800-square-foot multi-floor indoor sports facility
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a concession building, retail space, and health club
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100,000 square feet of medical and commercial office space, primarily focused on sports medicine
The project will be operated by Agape Community Sports Services (ACSS), Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to developing, maintaining, and operating recreational sports facilities on behalf of the general public, state, and local governments.
The groundbreaking marks a major milestone for the Town of Smithtown, aligning with the community’s vision outlined in the updated Master Plan. The Destination KP Sports Park will not only address the increasing demand for athletic field space but also attract significant economic activity to Kings Park and surrounding downtown areas.
“In recent years, the Old Northport Road corridor has seen significant progress, including the addition of an early education academy, a solar farm, and the Flynn Memorial Ballpark complex. A new Starbucks is also under construction at the corner of Indian Head and Old Northport Roads,” Town Supervisor Ed Wehrheim said. “This growth reflects the Town’s dedication to fulfilling the community’s vision, as expressed through public input during our master plan process. Destination KP will be an exciting and valuable addition, offering much-needed athletic fields, an indoor sports facility, and a premier venue for tournaments and competitions that will help drive economic activity to nearby downtown areas.”
Located in an industrial area undergoing transformation, Destination KP is a key part of the Town of Smithtown’s effort to clean up heavy industry properties as they change ownership, while attracting family-friendly businesses and services. The sports park will serve local residents and accommodate regional demand for youth sports tournaments, championships, and recreational activities.
The indoor sports facility is expected to be completed within 12 to 14 months.