In my family, spring has always meant one thing—baseball. I’d say that’s doubly true for South Jordan residents, especially this year!
This season marks an exciting new chapter for baseball in our city. The long-standing Bingham Baseball program is now officially part of South Jordan’s recreation offerings and will be known as “SoJo Baseball.” While the program will still compete in the Wasatch League and operate much the same way, we’re committed to continuous improvements every year. We’re thrilled to expand our SoJo Recreation programming and carry forward South Jordan’s strong baseball tradition.
Baseball has deep roots in South Jordan. Many may not know that back in 1883, when our city was called Gale, we had a team known as the “Red Gales”—a testament to our community’s long love for America’s favorite pastime.
Fast forward to today, and South Jordan is now home to the Salt Lake Bees, with their inaugural season at the new ballpark kicking off this year. The ballpark, along with the surrounding urban center, will bring exciting new opportunities for economic development, housing, transit, and recreation. We recognize that change can bring challenges, and the City is committed to working closely with residents, Daybreak, and The Larry H. Miller Company to address concerns and make adjustments as needed—whether it’s traffic, parking, or public safety. We appreciate your patience as we navigate these changes, and if you see something that needs attention, let us know!
I also want to take a moment to answer some common questions about the ballpark and urban center project:
- Is this funded by taxpayer dollars? No. This is a privately funded project—built, designed, and paid for by a private company.
- Is the ballpark only for Daybreak residents? Absolutely not! While it’s located in a master-planned community, the ballpark, businesses, and amenities are open to everyone—residents and visitors alike.
We’re excited to welcome this new chapter of baseball, entertainment, and community to South Jordan. As we embrace all that spring brings, let’s channel that energy, grab our gloves, and PLAY BALL!