CARLYLE - Last Saturday, local dignitaries gathered at Carlyle Lions Park to celebrate the construction of a sound booth for the main ball diamond. The new electronic scoreboard sign that was erected last spring was also recognized.
Led by Park Committee Chairman Duncan Brown, Lions Park has seen substantial upgrades over the past two years. In addition to the construction of the sound booth and scoreboard sign, a sixth ball diamond has been upgraded with new fencing and dugouts. Together with Carlyle Minor Ball, the Lions would also like to resurface all six infields at a cost estimated at $30,000. If things go well, work may be completed this fall.
Regarding the building of the sound booth, Carlyle District Lions would also like to salute the efforts of Dale Brady, who captained the construction in his shop on the family farm.
The local Lions Club is a proud organization that locally fundraises and gives back to Carlyle and surrounding communities. Lions Park is very active and is a multi-use facility. In addition to the six ball diamonds, there is a soccer pitch which will be used this fall for box lacrosse. Many use the popular walking path and the 15 camping sites are well utilized. The Lions Club has also opened their food booth for both minor and senior ball games and to date, sales have exceeded $10,000. The Carlyle Leisure Complex is now open and only a short walk away.
The ribbon cutting ceremony took place after game one of a Saskota baseball league doubleheader between the Carlyle Cardinals and Carnduff Astros. A good crowd was on hand to witness the celebration.
