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Peoria Sports ComplexSpring Training home of the Mariners since 1993 and Padres since 1994 Ballpark address: Opened: 1994 |
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The 145-acre Peoria Sports Complex is at the heart of the city's entertainment, retail and dining core. Upscale apartment and office buildings round out the surrounding mixed-use development, all of which are in the shadows of the Loop 101.
Directions
Take 1-10 or I-17 to Loop 101 and exit at Bell Road (exit #14). Travel east a very short distance and then turn right onto N 83rd Avenue. The stadium is about a half mile ahead on your left. Turn onto Paradise Lane if you want to park behind the outfield. Take either of the next two streets (Stadium Way or Mariners Way) if you want to park behind the main grandstand.
Note: Loop 101 is also referred to as the Agua Fria Freeway.
Parking
A plethora of paved parking is on each side of the stadium, 2,700 spaces in total. The parking lots are split into east (outfield) and west (home plate).
Cost: $5
Stadium Information
The Peoria Sports Complex is nothing if not a trend-setter. Built for $32 million on what was once barren desert land, it was the first spring training facility designed to be shared by two teams. The stadium also had the dual purpose of becoming the economic catalyst for development in Peoria. It was very successful in that regard and all new Cactus League projects since have followed Peoria's two-team complex blueprint. Made with sandstone shaded concrete and blue steel, the stadium in Peoria introduced the modern outfield spanning berm and 360-degree concourse to spring training fans. The backdrop is dominated by buildings built in the same earth tone colors as the stadium, plus palm trees and distant mountain vistas. The stadium was constructed early enough in the 1990s that the concourse was built behind the grandstand. Diamond-shaped plaques displayed atop the facade of the press box recognize the winners of the Spring Training Rookie of the Year award, which has been presented annually since 2002 by the Peoria Diamond Club to the top first year Padres or Mariners player based on their performance at games played in Peoria. Until Camelback Ranch-Glendale opened, the Peoria Sports Complex was the only spring training venue not to be named ballpark, park, field or stadium. Its name instead highlights the complex's 12 full-sized practice fields, four practice infields, and other baseball training facilities.
Fast Facts
Practice Fields
Types of Seating
The stadium's grandstand holds 6,105 chair back seats, all painted blue. Bleacher benches without seat backs are found down each outfield line, totaling 1,728 seats. The spacious berm can hold up to 3,500 people.
Notes about the seating
Sections and rows
A to M in section 100; A to H in sections 101-104; E to M in sections 105-114; A to H in sections 115-122; AA to KK in sections 200-208; AA to PP in sections 209-214; 1 to 4 in sections 300-303
AA to PP in sections 215-220
Seats to avoid
The bleachers have no seat backs and that's generally not fun (or comfortable).
Seats in the shade
This ballpark gets a lot of sun but its tiny trellised roof was built more for aesthetic purposes. The only fans who will benefit with the shade it provides sit in rows JJ and up in sections 200-214 or the Club seats in sections 300-303.
VIP seating
The Red Hook VIP Deck above the right field bullpen is available to groups of 20 to 100, who get to enjoy all you can eat ballpark fare in the tent-covered deck. Fans with regular tickets may be upgraded to this area (without the free buffet) day of game if the Hook Deck is not booked by groups. Suites must be booked in advance. They are found within the same structure behind home plate that holds the press box, where each suite holds a dozen people. On either side of the press box, there are two sections of 300 level open-air club box seats, all of which are padded and walled off from the rest of the grandstand so fans must access them via stairs or through the lobby staircase or elevator.
Game Day
All gates open approximately an hour and a half before game time. That's 11:30 a.m. for a 1:05 p.m. start and 5:30 p.m. for a 7:05 p.m. start.
Food, drink and bag policy
Getting autographs
Neither the Mariners or Padres take batting practice inside the stadium prior to games, opting instead to hit on their practice fields. Visiting teams generally hit in their home park before busing to Peoria. That all ads up to minimal activity inside the stadium before the game starts, when autograph opportunities and limited to sections nearest where the players stretch in the 20 minutes or so before game time. But Peoria is an autograph Mecca during and especially after the game, as fans can get very close to the clubhouses in the right field corner. All players exit the field through a gate there and walk beneath a bridge. Located beneath the right field bridge, a gravel path leads to “Autograph Alley,” a landscaped area complete with artificial grass and hearthscape stone benches where the only thing separating fans from players is a blue wrought iron fence. Fans congregate there while players walk by. Lots of them sign during the game (after they've been taken out) and a whole slew afterwards. The visiting team's bus will also be stationed in that area, backing into place near the end of the game. It's best to position yourself along the fence in a place where you're not blocked from players' views by the bus as they enter and exit the clubhouse.
Unique ballpark fare
A dazzling array of specialty food options can be found in the Power Alley, a spacious and festive area behind the third base grandstand. One important exception is the Taste of the Cactus League stand behind home plate. It features specialty burgers and wings with unique flavors and sauces representative of each Cactus League team. A specially priced kid’s meal (PB&J or hot dog, chips and soda) can be found at the concession stand by the wiffle ball field, while Baja fish tacos are cooked fresh to order for fans willing to make the trek out to right-center field. Seemingly anything else a food connoisseur could ever want, from gyros to burritos, can be found in the Power Alley, making Peoria the pride of the Cactus League when it comes to dining. Drink choices are tame only by comparison. Pepsi is the cola of choice and some microbrews are featured. Like all ballparks during spring training, beer on tap is plentiful and varies from stand to stand.
2010 Padres Spring Training Schedule(only home games at the Peoria Sports Complex are listed) |
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| March | Day | Time | Visiting Team | StubHub |
| 6 | Saturday | 1:05 | Mariners | Tickets |
| 8 | Monday | 1:05 | Rockies | Tickets |
| 10 | Wednesday | 1:05 | Brewers | Tickets |
| 11 | Thursday | 1:05 | Cubs | Tickets |
| 14 | Sunday | 1:05 | Indians | Tickets |
| 15 | Monday | 7:05 | Giants | Tickets |
| 16 | Tuesday | 1:05 | Angels | Tickets |
| 19 | Friday | 7:05 | Dodgers | Tickets |
| 21 | Sunday | 1:05 | Rangers | Tickets |
| 24 | Wednesday | 7:05 | Mariners | Tickets |
| 25 | Thursday | 1:05 | White Sox | Tickets |
| 27 | Saturday | 1:05 | Reds | Tickets |
| 29 | Monday | 7:05 | Diamondbacks | Tickets |
| 31 | Wednesday | 12:05 | Royals | Tickets |
* Single game tickets went on sale Saturday, January 9.  See the full 2010 Padres Spring Training schedule |
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2010 Mariners Spring Training Schedule(only home games at the Peoria Sports Complex are listed) |
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| March | Day | Time | Visiting Team | StubHub |
| 3 | Wednesday | 1:05 | Giants | Tickets |
| 4 | Thursday | 1:05 | Padres | Tickets |
| 5 | Friday | 1:05 | Padres | Tickets |
| 7 | Sunday | 1:05 | Padres | Tickets |
| 9 | Tuesday | 1:05 | Indians | Tickets |
| 12 | Friday | 1:05 | Royals | Tickets |
| 13 | Saturday | 1:05 | Giants | Tickets |
| 17 | Wednesday | 7:05 | Rangers | Tickets |
| 18 | Thursday | 1:05 | Rockies | Tickets |
| 20 | Saturday | 1:05 | Diamondbacks | Tickets |
| 22 | Monday | 1:05 | A's | Tickets |
| 23 | Tuesday | 1:05 | Angels | Tickets |
| 26 | Friday | 1:05 | Reds | Tickets |
| 28 | Sunday | 1:05 | Cubs | Tickets |
| April | Day | Time | Visiting Team | StubHub |
| 1 | Thursday | 12:05 | White Sox | Tickets |
* Single game tickets went on sale Saturday, January 9. See the full 2010 Mariners Spring Training schedule |
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Ballpark Area Info
The best way to sum it up is there's a little bit of everything nearby. From an ice skating rink to a movie theatre to dining, drinking and shopping establishments galore, the Peoria stadium district has become a year-round destination. It's a fine example of a ballpark spurring mixed-use development with spring training fans and local residents both benefiting.
Travelers' notes
 Restaurants close to the Peoria Sports Complex |
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| Distance | Restaurant | Street Address | City/Zip | Phone |
| 0.1 miles | PF Chang's China Bistro | 16170 N 83rd Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-412-3335 |
| 0.1 | Elephant Bar Restaurant | 16160 N 83rd Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-776-0100 |
| 0.1 | Chick-Fil-A | 16657 N 83rd Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-878-0885 |
| 0.1 | Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que | 16148 N 83rd Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-979-3706 |
| 0.1 | Cheesecake Factory | 16134 N 83rd Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-773-2233 |
| 0.1 | Hooters | 16550 N 83rd Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-776-0123 |
| 0.1 | Cafe Eden | 16150 N Arrowhead Fntns Ctr Dr | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-334-1187 |
| 0.25 | Trails-End Chuckwagon BBQ | 16140 N Arrowhead Fntns Ctr Dr | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-773-1515 |
| 0.25 | Buca Di Beppo | 16091 N Arrowhead Fntns Ctr Dr | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-412-9463 |
| 0.25 | Red Robin | 16233 N 83rd Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-334-4600 |
| 0.3 | Abuelo's Mexican Food Embassy | 16092 N Arrowhead Fntns Cir Dr | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-412-2531 |
| 0.3 | Texas Roadhouse | 16079 N Arrowhead Fntns Ctr Dr | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-486-9093 |
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 Hotels close to the Peoria Sports Complex |
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| Distance | Hotel | Street Address | City/Zip | Phone |
| 0.1 miles | La Quinta Inn | 16321 N 83rd Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-487-1900 |
| 0.25 | Hampton Inn | 8408 W Paradise Ln | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-486-9918 |
| 0.3 | Residence Inn | 8435 W Paradise Ln | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-979-2074 |
| 0.35 | Comfort Suites | 8473 W Paradise Ln | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-334-3993 |
| 0.45 | Springhill Suites | 7810 W Bell Rd | Glendale, AZ 85308 | 623-878-6666 |
| 0.6 | Holiday Inn Express | 16771 N 84th Ave | Peoria, AZ 85382 | 623-853-1313 |
| 8.3 | Hampton Inn & Suites | 6630 N 95th Ave | Glendale, AZ 85305 | 623-271-7771 |
| 9.3 | Staybridge Suites | 9340 W Cabela Dr | Glendale, AZ 85305 | 623-842-0000 |
| 9.3 | Holiday Inn Express | 9310 W Cabela Dr | Glendale, AZ 85305 | 623-939-8888 |
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 Airports close to the Peoria Sports Complex |
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| Distance | Airport | Airport Code | ||
| 17.4 miles | Phoenix Sky Harbor International | PHX | ||
| 129 | Tucson International | TUS | ||
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