The Belle Community Betterment Association (BCBA) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony during the groundbreaking of the Belle area’s highly anticipated OutKast Sports Complex on January 4, 2024. Spearheaded by Joey and Amanda Butler, founders of OutKast Baseball, a 501c3, and Jeremy and Tiffany Vandegriffe, this ambitious $3.88 million project was made possible through HB20 by the Missouri General Assembly.
Situated opposite the Kingsford Soccer Complex in Belle, this expansive 29-acre sports complex is poised to house a 36,000-square-foot facility. Mid-State Pipeline will oversee construction, targeting the June 1 funding deadline. Anticipated amenities include two basketball courts, volleyball, archery, golf, a weights gym, and four outdoor baseball/softball fields.
Operational without city funds, the complex aims to instill discipline, teamwork, and a pursuit of excellence among the youth. While a portion of the allocated $4 million will be allocated to reserves, the Butlers plan to manage the facility under OutKast Baseball, generating revenue by renting it to teams and hosting tournaments.
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OutKast Baseball, which originated in 2019 with a single team, is on the verge of expanding to eight teams.
The Butlers attribute the urgent community need for such a facility as the driving force behind this impactful endeavor, highlighting its importance in serving neighboring communities.
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