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Bob Shelden Field shines after $3.2M upgrade in Brookings
Anchored in Dwiggins–Medary Park, Bob Shelden Field has served Brookings baseball since its 1968 dedication, carrying the name of standout multi-sport alum Robert “Bob” Shelden [1][4]. The venue sits in the heart of town and functions as a regulation-size home for the community game [2][1].A $3.2 million renovation completed in April 2021 modernized the park: a turf infield paired with a natural-grass outfield, upgraded drainage, new dugouts and bullpens, LED lighting, and a covered grandstand with roughly 500 permanent seats plus a right‑field berm to handle additional crowds [1][4][2]. The community marked the comeback with a ribbon cutting on April 16, 2021 [5].The ballpark’s calendar stays busy. It hosts American Legion and youth tournaments, regular state amateur dates, and local high school and amateur games, with historical use by South Dakota State as well [1][3][4][6]. Spectator comforts include on‑site concessions and restrooms to keep fans in the action [2]. With modern lights and an all‑weather surface, the park keeps schedules intact and the local game thriving [1][4].