Amarillo's Rockrose Sports Complex Ahead of Schedule

New youth sports facility expected to open earlier than planned due to mild winter weather

Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:58pm

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The Rockrose Sports Complex, a privately funded youth sports facility in Amarillo, Texas, is progressing faster than expected and is now projected to be completed by March 9, 2027 - over a month ahead of the original April 27, 2027 target. The baseball and softball fields are already formed, with crews now installing the backstops, and the turf is expected to be laid in the next 45 days. While the full $40 million budget has not yet been raised, the project has already secured over $30 million in funding.

Why it matters

The new Rockrose Sports Complex is a major investment in Amarillo's youth sports infrastructure, providing much-needed facilities to accommodate the growing demand for youth sports tournaments and events in the region. The accelerated timeline means local youth will be able to enjoy the new complex sooner than anticipated.

The details

The Rockrose Sports Complex is a privately funded project led by the local non-profit organization Kids Inc. When completed, the facility will feature baseball and softball fields, as well as football fields. Despite not yet reaching the full $40 million budget, construction has been able to move forward quickly thanks to the mild and dry winter weather, allowing crews to work every day. The baseball and softball fields are already formed, with the outfield fences up and the backstops currently being installed. Once those are finished, the turf will be laid on all the fields within the next 45 days.

  • The Rockrose Sports Complex project was originally expected to be completed by April 27, 2027.
  • Due to the mild and dry winter weather, the projected completion date has now been moved up to March 9, 2027.

The players

Kids Inc.

A non-profit organization in Amarillo, Texas that is leading the development of the Rockrose Sports Complex.

Jimmy Lackey

The President and CEO of Kids Inc.

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What they’re saying

“We've raised over $30 million for the project, which is what allowed us to get to work. We still need about $8 to $10 million to finish up the project, so hopefully that amount can get covered so we can stay on track.”

— Jimmy Lackey, President and CEO, Kids Inc.

What’s next

Kids Inc. is continuing to fundraise the remaining $8-10 million needed to fully complete the Rockrose Sports Complex project, with the goal of staying on track for the accelerated March 2027 opening.

The takeaway

The rapid progress on the Rockrose Sports Complex demonstrates Amarillo's commitment to investing in youth sports infrastructure and providing state-of-the-art facilities for local athletes. The early completion will be a major boon for the community, allowing young players to enjoy the new complex sooner than expected.