Officials unveil name for Rapid City's Community Sports facility
Posted: November 10, 2026
Rapid City’s future community sports facility officially has a new name: the Sanford Health SportsPlex.
Black Hills leaders announced the name this evening at The Monument during a community open house hosted by the City of Rapid City.
In addition to announcing the facility name, leaders from the City of Rapid City, Rapid City Sports Commission and Sanford Health gathered with business and community leaders and the general public to display the first conceptual images of the Sanford Health SportsPlex, host presentation tables to share information and solicit public feedback on various aspects of the facility, and learn of sponsorship and partnership opportunities.
“The Sanford Health SportsPlex will be a huge asset for Rapid City and the region and wouldn’t be possible without great partners,” said Rapid City Sports Commission Executive Director Domico Rodriguez. “Sanford Health’s partnership will help make it a reality and the investment will help athletes and families throughout the region for years to come.”
Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun shared his insights, goals and expectations for the Sanford Health SportsPlex with a presentation at the open house.
Mayor Salamun’s presentation outlined the vision behind the complex, amenities included, an updated timeline for construction, an overview on project financing, and renderings of potential design concepts for the SportsPlex. Representatives from Sports Facilities Companies, Sanford Health, the Rapid City Sports Commission, and Scull Construction also presented to the audience on their involvement in the project.
The public also had opportunities to visit information/discussion tables which included conceptual images of the Sanford Health SportsPlex. The public could view design and site layouts of turf areas, provide input on design and site layout options, review potential facility activities, check out renderings of the walking track, public playground and court layouts in the facility, and vote on possible entertainment activities such as arcade and shooting gallery.
“While this will be an impressive new facility, its true value is in the opportunities it will create for individuals and families across western South Dakota, providing new pathways for youth sports, community programs and recreation, wellness activities and events that bring people together,” said Kyle Wiese, Sanford Black Hills President and CEO. “We’re grateful for the collaboration and shared vision of the City of Rapid City and the Rapid City Sports Commission in making this project possible.”
The facility is set to open by 2029. In a few years, the Sanford Health SportsPlex is expected to be a staple of recreation in the area, home to numerous competitive and recreational events, training sessions and community activities.
In early August, City and Sports Commission officials announced a $10 million, 20-year corporate partnership agreement with Sanford Health to support the new community sports complex facility and operations. The agreement provides Sanford with naming recognition for the community sports facility and a dedicated space within the facility for use by Sanford for sports medicine, sports performance and Sports Academy activities, among other recognition rights and privileges.
The August announcement was held near the 22-acre parcel of land donated by Pete Lien & Sons and approved by the Rapid City Common Council to serve as the future location for the multi-purpose sports complex. The land is located between East Mall Drive, Seger Drive, North Lacrosse Street and Tish Boulevard. In July, the Council also approved a contract with TSP, Inc. to serve as architect for the project and an agreement with Sports Facilities Companies to serve as manager for the facility once it is constructed. In August, the Council approved the naming agreement with Sanford Health and an agreement with Scull Construction Service, Inc. to serve as construction manager at risk for the project.
“It’s an honor to partner with the City of Rapid City, the Rapid City Sports Commission and Sanford Health on such a significant project,” said John Sparks, Senior Vice President of Venue Management at SFC. “This facility will be a year-round asset for local families and a draw for tournaments and visitors throughout the region. Our team is committed to operating it at the highest level.”
Sanford Sports operates sports performance, sports academy and sports events in South Dakota, North Dakota and Minnesota. Annually, Sanford Sports has more than one million athlete contacts, runs more than 250 club teams and hosts nearly 100 tournaments and spectator events ranging from youth and high school to major college and professional. Learn more about Sanford Sports in the Black Hills.
