Palomar College celebrated the grand opening of its new softball stadium on Jan. 22. The stadium is home to one of the highest achieving athletic teams in Palomar College history.
During the ceremony, Athletic Director Dan Lynds commended the softball program.
“With five State Championships, 39 conference championships, statewide team academic awards, 57 All-American Athletes, and countless 4-year college transfers have cemented Palomar Softball’s place as one of the states truly great athletic programs,” he said.
Star Rivera-Lacey, superintendent/president of the Palomar Community College District, presided over the opening ceremony.
“Today is the result of countless hours of planning and the dedication of a long list of incredibly talented people,” she stated. “Clearly this softball stadium has been a labor of love and pride.”
The season opening game was played on Jan. 25. The new softball venue is located at the college’s main campus in San Marcos, 1140 West Mission Road.
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