Chappapeela Sports Park

What Chappapeela Sports Park does

Chappapeela Sports Park (CSP) is the flagship facility of Hammond Area Recreation District #1 (H.A.R.D. #1), a public recreation district established by the Tangipahoa Parish Council in the mid-1990s and operating CSP since 2013. The organization runs three park facilities — Chappapeela Sports Park, Mitchell Memorial Park, and Zemurray Sports (Reimer's Field) — across Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, and serves youth athletes (ages 3-14), families, adults, and local schools and organizations with structured sports programming, adaptive recreation, and event venue rentals.

The core product set consists of youth sports leagues (flag football, baseball, softball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, tee-ball, and cheerleading), facility rentals (splash pad, sand volleyball courts, gymnasium, and sports fields for private events and tournaments), and ancillary programs including the ASPIRE adaptive sports initiative for children with disabilities, the North Oaks Youth Development Training program (ages 9-14), Summer Skills camps, and the Share the Game community sponsorship and volunteer program. Technology infrastructure is minimal: TeamSnap provides online registration and program management, while Anntoine Marketing + Design built and maintains the web presence.

The business model is a hybrid public funding + fee-for-service structure. As a public recreation district, H.A.R.D. #1 is funded by H.A.R.D. #1 taxpayers and operates under Tangipahoa Parish Council oversight. Program registration fees and rental pricing are not publicly disclosed and must be obtained directly. Distribution is exclusively regional (Tangipahoa Parish) through direct facility access, online registration, and event rentals. Customer acquisition relies on community trust, word-of-mouth, a network of 50+ local sponsors, and partnerships with schools, North Oaks Health System, Tangipahoa Tourism, and local media (Northshore Media Group).

Name

Chappapeela Sports Park

Legal name

Hammond Area Recreation District #1

Website

https://playcsp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Chappapeela Sports Park is the flagship facility of Hammond Area Recreation District #1, a Tangipahoa Parish public recreation district operating three parks in Louisiana that deliver youth sports leagues, adaptive and skills programs, facility rentals, and community events for families, athletes, and local organizations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Recreation Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Sport Complexes & Community Sports Parks (MPAKAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), Aquatic Playgrounds & Splash Pads (Spray Parks, Kids’ Water Play) (THAAABAE), Sports Community Relations & Grassroots Program Management (MPAKAKAJ)

Keywords

• Youth sports programs
• Recreation facility rentals
• Community recreation services
• Youth athletic leagues
• Adaptive sports programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Hammond

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Chappapeela Sports Park is the primary facility of Hammond Area Recreation District #1, a public recreation district serving Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It operates multi-purpose parks with high-quality athletic fields, walking trails, and a splash pad, offering youth and adult sports leagues (flag football, baseball, softball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, tee-ball, cheer), adaptive sports programming (ASPIRE, TOPs), athletic development training, and facility rentals for private events such as birthday parties and tournaments.

Product overview

Chappapeela Sports Park, operated by Hammond Area Recreation District #1, is a multi-facility recreation organization offering youth sports programs and community recreation services. The portfolio includes three park facilities (Chappapeela Sports Park, Mitchell Memorial Park, and Zemurray Sports) providing field and court rentals, alongside comprehensive youth sports programming spanning flag football, baseball, softball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, tee-ball, and adaptive sports (ASPIRE). The organization operates as a unified recreation district since 2013, delivering programs through its facilities while also offering community initiatives like Share the Game for volunteer coaching and athlete sponsorship.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Chappapeela Sports Park: CSP is Hammond's top location for sporting events and community gatherings, with high-quality fields, beautiful walking trails, a splash pad, and more.
• Mitchell Memorial Park
• Zemurray Sports

Products and services

• Youth Sports Programs Comprehensive seasonal youth recreational sports leagues for children ages 3-14, including flag football, baseball, softball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, tee-ball, and cheerleading, delivered on-site at Hammond Area Recreation District #1 facilities.
• Facility Rentals Rental of park amenities—including splash pad, sand volleyball court, gymnasium, and sports fields—for private events such as children's birthday parties, family reunions, and tournaments.
• ASPIRE Adaptive Sports Program Adaptive and inclusive sports programming designed for children with disabilities, enabling participation in recreational activities alongside peers in Tangipahoa Parish.
• North Oaks Youth Development Training Youth strength and athletic development program for ages 9-14, focused on skill building and physical development, delivered in partnership with North Oaks Health System.
• Summer Skills Camps Seasonal skills development camps for youth during summer months at H.A.R.D. #1 facilities.
• Share the Game Community Initiative Community initiative enabling volunteers to coach, donate equipment, or sponsor registration fees for athletes in need within Tangipahoa Parish.
• Chappapeela Sports Park Facility Primary H.A.R.D. #1 recreation facility at 19325 Hipark Blvd, Hammond, LA, featuring high-quality sports fields, walking trails, a splash pad, and community gathering spaces hosting youth and adult sports programs.
• Mitchell Memorial Park Facility Recreation park offering ample green space, ball fields, and a safe family environment for recreation in Tangipahoa Parish.
• Zemurray Sports (Reimer's Field) Facility Reimer's Field location hosting co-ed flag football and soccer fall programs for student athletes in Tangipahoa Parish.

Quantifiable outcome

• Testimonials indicate increased social confidence in non-verbal children through participation in TOPs basketball program
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• North Oaks Health SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorth Oaks Health System partners with H.A.R.D. #1 to support the North Oaks Youth Development Training program, providing youth sports training and development opportunities.
• Buddies Bar & GrillminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal restaurant partner providing sponsorship support for youth sports programs.
• The Blvd.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business sponsor supporting H.A.R.D. #1 programs.
• Eddie's Frozen CustardminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal restaurant sponsor for youth sports programs.
• SpectrumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting recreation programs.
• Tangipahoa TourismcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional tourism partner supporting community recreation initiatives and promoting sports tourism in the area.
• Northshore Media GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal media partner providing marketing and promotional support.
• Anntoine Marketing + DesignminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWebsite development and marketing partner that built and maintains the organization's web presence.
• Hammond Downtown Development DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partner supporting community development initiatives.
• AcademyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports retail sponsor providing equipment support for youth sports programs.
• Hammond High Magnet SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal school that uses park facilities for tournaments and Homecoming Dance, with students gaining work experience at the park.
• Archbishop Hannon High SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal high school partner utilizing park facilities for athletic events.
• Eagle Christian AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal school partner with sponsorship relationship.
• Coca-ColaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBeverage sponsor providing refreshments for events and programs.
• TeamSnapcoreTechnology or IntegrationRegistration platform partner providing online registration and program management software for H.A.R.D. #1 programs.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Skyhawks Sports Academy: National youth sports instruction provider offering multi-sport camps and clinics (soccer, baseball, basketball, flag football) for ages 3–14 — directly comparable programming, age range, and instructional delivery model.
• Sports Facilities Companies (SFC): Management and consulting firm that operates multi-sport complexes, tournaments, and youth programming — directly comparable operating model of running multi-sport venues on behalf of public/private owners.
• Spooky Nook Sports: Largest indoor multi-sport complex in North America operating youth and adult leagues, tournaments, and facility rentals — comparable multi-sport venue operator model though at a much larger commercial scale.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National youth-development organization providing sports, recreation, and after-school programming at local club facilities — closely comparable target audience (youth athletes and families) and community-based recreation delivery model.
• i9 Sports: Franchise-based youth sports league operator offering flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball and cheer in local markets — directly comparable programming mix and youth-athlete target audience to H.A.R.D. #1's youth sports offerings.

Others

• National Recreation and Park Association: National advocacy and membership organization for park and recreation agencies — directly comparable peer type (public recreation district) and shares advocacy, training, and grant resources relevant to H.A.R.D. #1.

Broad incumbents

• YMCA of the USA: National community-based organization operating multi-sport facilities, youth sports leagues, swimming, and adaptive programs — directly comparable mission and programming mix to H.A.R.D. #1, though far larger in scale and geographic reach.
• DICK'S Sporting Goods (House of Sport): National sporting goods retailer operating 'House of Sport' stores that include in-store batting cages, putting greens, and youth sport programming — comparable in offering youth sport experiences and tournament hosting, though as part of a retail portfolio.
• Life Time Fitness: Premium national fitness and recreation operator offering youth sports programming, summer camps, and multi-sport facilities within larger athletic clubs — comparable programming but serves a higher-income, suburban membership base rather than public recreation.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/chappapeela-sports-park

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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