KemperSports and City of Henderson Partner to Build the West Henderson Fieldhouse: A State-of-the-Art Athletic and Entertainment Facility

New West Henderson Fieldhouse to be a Premier Sports & Entertainment Facility to Host Youth Athletic Tournaments and Serve as Community Recreation Hub

NORTHBROOK, Ill., AUG. 20, 2024 – KemperSports, a leader in sports, entertainment, and hospitality, has partnered with the City of Henderson, NV, to build and operate the West Henderson Fieldhouse, a state-of-the-art, 180,000-square-foot facility scheduled to open in 2026. This innovative project, made possible through a unique public-private partnership, will include capital investment, development oversight, and the long-term management of the complex by KemperSports.

KemperSports Venues, a division of KemperSports, is committed to delivering a best-in-class indoor sports center and entertainment experience. The West Henderson Fieldhouse is poised to become a premier destination for youth sports tournaments and events, while also serving as a vital recreational resource for the local community.

“With over 40 years of expertise in hospitality and facility management, KemperSports is an ideal partner to help launch the West Henderson Fieldhouse,” said Henderson City Manager/CEO Richard Derrick. “Henderson is nationally recognized for our parks and recreation amenities and KemperSports’ industry experience is key in making this facility a success for our residents.”

Facility Highlights:

The West Henderson Fieldhouse will feature:

• Multi-Sport Capabilities: Basketball courts convertible to volleyball and pickleball courts.
• Indoor Turf Fields: Multi-Purpose indoor turf fields for indoor soccer, box lacrosse, flag football and baseball.
• Community Spaces: A fitness center, multipurpose meeting rooms, and community event spaces.
• Family Entertainment: A family entertainment center with bowling, laser tag, arcade games, and miniature golf.
• Dining Options: A full-service restaurant and bar, leveraging KemperSports’ extensive food and beverage expertise.

“Combining sports and family entertainment under one roof fosters community engagement and provides a diversified revenue stream,” said Senior Vice President of KemperSports Venues Steve Goris. “This approach ensures the long-term financial sustainability of the facility without the need for ongoing subsidies, making it an attractive investment opportunity.”

Economic Impact:

The West Henderson Fieldhouse is expected to be a significant economic driver for the region, generating:

• $1.5 million in annual tax revenue
• $39.1 million in total economic impact annually
• $10.7 million in wages and salaries

“We look forward to working with the City of Henderson to bring their vision for a state-of-the-art facility to life,” said KemperSports CEO Steve Skinner. “We commend the community leaders for their forward-thinking approach in creating this tremendous community asset.”

About KemperSports Venues:
KemperSports Venues, a rapidly growing division of KemperSports, specializes in the ownership, development, and management of youth, amateur, and recreational sports facilities nationwide. Known for operational excellence, innovative programming, and community-driven initiatives, KemperSports Venues currently manages 12 multi-sport facilities, with three more under construction. In addition to the West Henderson Fieldhouse, KemperSports is partnering with other municipalities to develop cutting-edge sports complexes, including The Land in Saraland, AL, and the Williamsburg Sports & Events Center in Virginia, showcasing their commitment to fostering community engagement and economic growth through sports and recreation.

About KemperSports:
KemperSports is a leading sports, entertainment, and hospitality company delivering operational excellence in property and experience management. Headquartered in Chicago with regional offices throughout the U.S., KemperSports manages more than 140 golf courses, private clubs, sports venues, and destination resorts nationwide. It has more golf properties named among the top 100 U.S. public and resort courses by GOLF Magazine, Golf Digest, and Golfweek than any other management company. For more information, visit www.kempersports.com

About The City of Henderson:
Incorporated in 1953, Henderson is Nevada’s second largest city with more than 343,000 residents. Henderson is a premier city, nationally recognized for its stunning parks, trails, master-planned communities, outstanding quality of life and patriotic past. Recognized as one of America’s Best Places to Live (MONEY and Liveability.com), one of America’s Best Cities (Business Week), one of the safest cities in America (Forbes, InsuranceProviders.com, Law Street Media, Movato.com), and a Bicycle Friendly Community (League of American Bicyclists), Henderson is a progressive and vibrant city committed to maintaining premier amenities and services for all who choose to live, learn, work and play in Henderson … a place to call home.

Media Contact:
B.R. Koehnemann, KemperSports
brkoehnemann@kempersports.com | 847-421-4537