A New Era of OYO Player Development

Oaklandon Youth Organization (OYO) has partnered with the City of Lawrence Parks Department to bring athletes a new indoor training home at Lee Road Park.

Renovations this fall will add batting cages, improve bullpens and maximize training space in ways that will transform the building into a year-round home for OYO baseball and softball. Winter workouts will be the very first program hosted there, starting in January 2026.

Why It Matters

  • Year-Round Opportunities | Athletes can keep training when outdoor fields close
  • Player Growth | A space built for skill development at every level
  • Community Investment | A partnership that keeps Lawrence families playing close to home
  • Pathway for All | Supports OYO Rec League, All-Star and Full-Time Travel programs

Renovation Timeline

  • October-December 2025 | Renovations in progress
  • Early January 2026 | Celebration event early January
  • January 10, 2026 | Facility opens with Winter Workouts

 

Facility FAQs

Where is the new facility located?
The facility is located in Lee Road Park, 6200 Lee Road, Indianapolis, 46236.

What improvements and renovations are being made?
While there are a series of short-term and long-term improvements and enhancements planned to renovate the facility, below are the improvements being completed in the next 90 days:

  • Exterior
    • Gravel pathway to facility
    • Parking lot closer to facility
    • Lighting for increased safety and security
  • Interior
    • HVAC units
    • Wallboard replacement and painting
    • Improved lighting for player safety
    • Additional batting cages
    • Improved pitching areas
    • Strength and conditioning resources

When will it be ready?
The indoor facility renovations will be completed by early January.

Who will use the facility?
The facility will be used by all interested players who are currently affiliated with – or interested in becoming a part of – the OYO family. This facility will welcome participants in every level of baseball and softball programming we offer, including the OYO Rec League, All-Star program and Full-Time Travel.

How can you or your business support the renovations associated with the new indoor facility?
We welcome service, labor and financial donations that can help provide the following resources and developments:

  • Asphalt paving
  • Gravel
  • Door and lock services, including garage doors
  • Wallboard installation
  • Insulation replacement
  • Painting services
  • Electrician services
  • Interior and exterior lighting
  • Minor interior construction support
  • Baseball and Softball equipment needs (e.g. L-screens, batting cage nets, ball buckets and carriers, baseballs and softballs)

If you are interested in donating services, please send a message to the league. If you are interested in making financial donations on behalf of the facility, contact the OYO Sponsorship Committee.

How will this benefit players long-term?
The Lee Road indoor practice facility will serve as the new home for year-round baseball and softball training and player development for all interested youth baseball and softball players in Lawrence and the surrounding communities. Be a part of this exciting new chapter! Here are three upcoming action items for you and your ballplayer(s)!