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'''Fortress''' '''Obetz''' is a |
'''Fortress''' '''Obetz''' is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex in [[Obetz, Ohio]]. Its bleacher system holds 6,500 people. Including standing room for events such as concerts, Fortress Obetz can hold nearly 20,000 people. It opened in 2017 on the site of the former [[Columbus Motor Speedway]].<ref name="bizjournal">{{cite news|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2016/11/16/obetz-building-6-500-seat-sports-and-concert-venue.html|title=Obetz building 6,500-seat sports and concert venue|last=Weese|first=Evan|date=November 18, 2016|access-date=2017-01-21|location=Columbus, Ohio|newspaper=Columbus Business First}}</ref> |
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== History == |
== History == |
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In September 2016, Obetz purchased the [[Columbus Motor Speedway]]. Obetz developed it into a community asset to host concerts, farmers’ markets, trade shows, sporting events including rugby, festivals, and other community activities. This 50 acre, $15 million project was completed in the fall of 2017. The first event was held on May 6, 2017, for the first home game of the Machine against the [[Rochester Rattlers]].<ref name="machine">{{cite press release |author=<!--Staff writer(s); no by-line.--> |title=Ohio Machine Announce New Stadium, Obetz Fortress Field |url=https://www.theohiomachine.com/articles/ohio-machine-announce-new-stadium-obetz-fortress-field |location=Obetz, Ohio |publisher=The Ohio Machine |date=November 17, 2016 |access-date=2017-01-21}}</ref> Fortress Obetz |
In September 2016, Obetz purchased the [[Columbus Motor Speedway]]. Obetz developed it into a community asset to host concerts, farmers’ markets, trade shows, sporting events including rugby, festivals, and other community activities. This 50 acre, $15 million project was completed in the fall of 2017. The first event was held on May 6, 2017, for the first home game of the [[Ohio Machine]] against the [[Rochester Rattlers]].<ref name="machine">{{cite press release |author=<!--Staff writer(s); no by-line.--> |title=Ohio Machine Announce New Stadium, Obetz Fortress Field |url=https://www.theohiomachine.com/articles/ohio-machine-announce-new-stadium-obetz-fortress-field |location=Obetz, Ohio |publisher=The Ohio Machine |date=November 17, 2016 |access-date=2017-01-21}}</ref> Later that year, Fortress Obetz hosted the high school football game between [[Hamilton Township High School|Hamilton Township]] and [[Groveport Madison High School|Groveport Madison]] on August 31, 2017. Even though Obetz is home to these two school districts, they had not competed against each other in football in over 50 years. In its inaugural year, Fortress Obetz held events such as the annual [[Obetz, Ohio|Obetz Zucchinifest]] and Fashion Meets Music Festival. |
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== Fortress Obetz features == |
== Fortress Obetz features == |
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*Press box |
*Press box |
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*Advanced synthetic turf field meets World Rugby Regulation 22 and [[FIFA]]-recommended 2 Star |
*Advanced synthetic turf field meets World Rugby Regulation 22 and [[FIFA]]-recommended 2 Star |
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*Five video boards, integrated scoreboards, |
*Five video boards, integrated scoreboards, and field clocks |
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*Remote control camera system |
*Remote control camera system |
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*18,000 square foot Fortress building |
*18,000 square foot Fortress building |
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*Sound system |
*Sound system |
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*Lawn seating |
*Lawn seating |
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*Ten natural grass athletic fields |
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== Past Events == |
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* Fashion Meets Music Festival (2017) |
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* Annual Obetz Zucchinifest (2017-current) |
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* Rugby Ohio State Semi-Finals (2018, 2019) |
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* Rugby Ohio State Finals (2018, 2019) |
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* Annual Famous Fortress Fireworks (2017-current) |
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* Shootout for Soldiers (2018) |
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* Numerous High School Football match-ups, including the annual Obetz Bowl (2017-current) |
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* Rugby Ohio Midwest Invitational (2019) |
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* Annual Obetz Easter Egg Hunt (2018-current) |
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* Ohio Machine COYLL (Central Ohio Youth Lacrosse League) Tournament (2019) |
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* Ohio Machine Resoulte Tournament |
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* [[USA Ultimate]] Boys & Girls Ohio High School State Championships (2019) |
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* Obetz Police vs. Hamilton Township Fire Kickball Match (2019) |
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* USA Rugby Club National Championships (2019) |
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* Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Showcase (2019) |
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* Braxton Miller's 3rd Annual Charg1ng Camp: Columbus Edition (2019) |
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* [[AFC Ajax]] Soccer Camp (2019) |
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* Greene Speed Academy — Speed & Agility Camp (2019) |
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* [[Bands of America]] Central Ohio Regional Championship (2019) |
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* Columbus Buddy Walk (2019) |
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* Fortress Fun Fridays - Concert Series (2019) |
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* Fortress Obetz served as the home field for the Columbus Pride of the [[Premier Ultimate League]] in 2019. |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 19:11, 1 October 2019
The Fortress | |
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Former names | Columbus Motor Speedway |
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Location | Obetz, Ohio |
Coordinates | 39°53′14″N 82°56′48″W / 39.8871427°N 82.9467764°W |
Owner | Village of Obetz |
Operator | Village of Obetz |
Capacity | 6,500 |
Construction | |
Broke ground | 2016 |
Built | 2017 |
Opened | May 6, 2017 |
Construction cost | $15 million |
Tenants | |
Ohio Machine (MLL) (2017–2018) |
Fortress Obetz is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex in Obetz, Ohio. Its bleacher system holds 6,500 people. Including standing room for events such as concerts, Fortress Obetz can hold nearly 20,000 people. It opened in 2017 on the site of the former Columbus Motor Speedway.[1]
History
In September 2016, Obetz purchased the Columbus Motor Speedway. Obetz developed it into a community asset to host concerts, farmers’ markets, trade shows, sporting events including rugby, festivals, and other community activities. This 50 acre, $15 million project was completed in the fall of 2017. The first event was held on May 6, 2017, for the first home game of the Ohio Machine against the Rochester Rattlers.[2] Later that year, Fortress Obetz hosted the high school football game between Hamilton Township and Groveport Madison on August 31, 2017. Even though Obetz is home to these two school districts, they had not competed against each other in football in over 50 years. In its inaugural year, Fortress Obetz held events such as the annual Obetz Zucchinifest and Fashion Meets Music Festival.
Fortress Obetz features
Fortress Obetz seats 6,500 in multiple seating levels. The stadium has multiple video boards. Additionally, the facility features concessions, bathroom facilities, parking, and premium hospitality options.
Features include:
- 6,500 seat grandstand, 1,100 flip down seats, 2,000 bench back seats, and 3,400 bleacher seats
- Press box
- Advanced synthetic turf field meets World Rugby Regulation 22 and FIFA-recommended 2 Star
- Five video boards, integrated scoreboards, and field clocks
- Remote control camera system
- 18,000 square foot Fortress building
- 15,000 square foot courtyard
- VIP Seating
- Two Locker rooms
- Officials' room
- Cheer/dance changing room
- Two concession buildings
- Stage
- Sound system
- Lawn seating
- Ten natural grass athletic fields
Past Events
- Fashion Meets Music Festival (2017)
- Annual Obetz Zucchinifest (2017-current)
- Rugby Ohio State Semi-Finals (2018, 2019)
- Rugby Ohio State Finals (2018, 2019)
- Annual Famous Fortress Fireworks (2017-current)
- Shootout for Soldiers (2018)
- Numerous High School Football match-ups, including the annual Obetz Bowl (2017-current)
- Rugby Ohio Midwest Invitational (2019)
- Annual Obetz Easter Egg Hunt (2018-current)
- Ohio Machine COYLL (Central Ohio Youth Lacrosse League) Tournament (2019)
- Ohio Machine Resoulte Tournament
- USA Ultimate Boys & Girls Ohio High School State Championships (2019)
- Obetz Police vs. Hamilton Township Fire Kickball Match (2019)
- USA Rugby Club National Championships (2019)
- Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Showcase (2019)
- Braxton Miller's 3rd Annual Charg1ng Camp: Columbus Edition (2019)
- AFC Ajax Soccer Camp (2019)
- Greene Speed Academy — Speed & Agility Camp (2019)
- Bands of America Central Ohio Regional Championship (2019)
- Columbus Buddy Walk (2019)
- Fortress Fun Fridays - Concert Series (2019)
- Fortress Obetz served as the home field for the Columbus Pride of the Premier Ultimate League in 2019.
References
- ^ Weese, Evan (November 18, 2016). "Obetz building 6,500-seat sports and concert venue". Columbus Business First. Columbus, Ohio. Retrieved 2017-01-21.
- ^ "Ohio Machine Announce New Stadium, Obetz Fortress Field" (Press release). Obetz, Ohio: The Ohio Machine. November 17, 2016. Retrieved 2017-01-21.