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'''Thomas Run Park''' is a multi-purpose sports park in [[Bel Air, Harford County, Maryland]]. It consists of one lit all-grass regulation [[baseball field]], one turf infield/grass outfield regulation baseball field, two lit 'skin' [[softball]] fields, a concession pavilion, Harford Stadium, [[basketball]] courts, and lit [[tennis]] courts. The fields are operated and owned by nearby [[Harford Community College]]. The complex is also occasionally used by [[Harford Technical High School]] as well as other area high schools, and by community adult baseball and softball teams.
'''Harford Sports Complex''', formerly '''Thomas Run Park''', is a multi-purpose sports park in [[Bel Air, Harford County, Maryland]], utilized by [[Harford Community College]]. It consists of one lit all-grass regulation [[baseball field]], one turf infield/grass outfield regulation baseball field, two lit 'skin' [[softball]] fields, a concession pavilion, stadium, [[basketball]] courts, and lit [[tennis]] courts. The fields are operated and owned by nearby [[Harford Community College]]. The complex is also occasionally used by [[Harford Technical High School]] as well as other area high schools, and by community adult baseball and softball teams.


The baseball field was briefly home to the [[Atlantic League of Professional Baseball|Atlantic League]] [[Aberdeen Arsenal]] baseball team, which ultimately was a low draw before the new franchise moved to [[Ripken Stadium]]. The expanded field had a capacity of about 2,000, which has since been dismantled back down to the original bleachers and walkways.
The baseball complex was home to the [[Atlantic League of Professional Baseball|Atlantic League]] [[Aberdeen Arsenal]] baseball team in 2000, before the [[Aberdeen IronBirds]] moved to the completed [[Ripken Stadium]] in 2002. The expanded field had a capacity of about 2,000, which has since been dismantled back down to the original bleachers and walkways.


==Harford Stadium==
Harford Stadium was updated in 2007, and now features an artificial turf field for soccer and lacrosse, lights, a press pavilion, and seating for 1,000.<ref>[http://www.harfordathletics.com/sports/2009/2/24/GEN_0224091612.aspx?tab=facilities Facility Overview]</ref>

'''Harford Stadium''' is a 1,000 seat [[soccer]] and [[lacrosse]] stadium. Constructed in 1968, a 2007 renovation eliminated a track, and now features an artificial turf field, lights, and press pavilion.<ref>[http://www.harfordathletics.com/sports/2009/2/24/GEN_0224091612.aspx?tab=facilities Facility Overview]</ref>

==Susquehanna Center==

'''Susquehanna Center''' is a 49,150 ft² indoor athletic complex featuring a multi-purpose gymnasium, fitness center, dance studio, 25-yard swimming pool with grandstand, locker rooms, and offices for Harford sports.

The '''New Susquehanna Center''' is a proposed $26 million renovation and expansion of the exisiting athletic complex that would feature an overhaul of the current building, and the construction of a new arena. The arena will have approximiately 2,600 permanent seats, with a capacity of up to 3,400 for floor events. Total size of the facility would be increased to 86,610ft², with construction slated to be completed by Fall 2012.


==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.harfordathletics.com/sports/2009/2/24/GEN_0224091612.aspx?tab=facilities Harford Athletics.com] - Official facilities site


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Revision as of 21:28, 23 April 2011

Harford Sports Complex, formerly Thomas Run Park, is a multi-purpose sports park in Bel Air, Harford County, Maryland, utilized by Harford Community College. It consists of one lit all-grass regulation baseball field, one turf infield/grass outfield regulation baseball field, two lit 'skin' softball fields, a concession pavilion, stadium, basketball courts, and lit tennis courts. The fields are operated and owned by nearby Harford Community College. The complex is also occasionally used by Harford Technical High School as well as other area high schools, and by community adult baseball and softball teams.

The baseball complex was home to the Atlantic League Aberdeen Arsenal baseball team in 2000, before the Aberdeen IronBirds moved to the completed Ripken Stadium in 2002. The expanded field had a capacity of about 2,000, which has since been dismantled back down to the original bleachers and walkways.

Harford Stadium

Harford Stadium is a 1,000 seat soccer and lacrosse stadium. Constructed in 1968, a 2007 renovation eliminated a track, and now features an artificial turf field, lights, and press pavilion.[1]

Susquehanna Center

Susquehanna Center is a 49,150 ft² indoor athletic complex featuring a multi-purpose gymnasium, fitness center, dance studio, 25-yard swimming pool with grandstand, locker rooms, and offices for Harford sports.

The New Susquehanna Center is a proposed $26 million renovation and expansion of the exisiting athletic complex that would feature an overhaul of the current building, and the construction of a new arena. The arena will have approximiately 2,600 permanent seats, with a capacity of up to 3,400 for floor events. Total size of the facility would be increased to 86,610ft², with construction slated to be completed by Fall 2012.

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39°33′24″N 76°17′01″W / 39.5566°N 76.2837°W / 39.5566; -76.2837