Key Takeaways
- Perfect Game announces naming rights deal with First Community Credit Union for Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex in Missouri
- Venue renamed “Chesterfield First Community Athletic Complex” effective immediately following partnership agreement
- New First Community Children & Family Foundation launches with sponsorship commitment to Miracle Field adaptive sports facility
- Complex hosts hundreds of Perfect Game events annually under 10-year operating agreement with City of Chesterfield
- Partnership focuses on expanding youth sports access and inclusive programming across greater Chesterfield region
Partnership Details and Facility Operations
Perfect Game has secured an exclusive naming rights partnership with First Community Credit Union for the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex. The facility, which Perfect Game operates under a 10-year agreement with the City of Chesterfield, will now be known as the “Chesterfield First Community Athletic Complex.”
The complex serves as one of the primary youth sports destinations in the Midwest, hosting hundreds of Perfect Game events each year. Tournament schedules include the PG BCS World Series, 2026 PG St. Louis Super Regional NIT, and 2025 PG Softball World Series (Nationals).
“Perfect Game is honored to join forces with First Community Credit Union and the City of Chesterfield to elevate the impact of this remarkable facility,” said Rob Ponger, CEO of Perfect Game. “Together, we’re not only creating a home for elite youth baseball and softball competition but also strengthening the connection between sports, community, and opportunity.”
Foundation Launch and Miracle Field Sponsorship
The partnership includes the formal introduction of the First Community Children & Family Foundation, which will sponsor the Miracle Field located within the complex. The adaptive, fully accessible field provides opportunities for athletes of all abilities to participate in baseball and softball programming.
Foundation sponsorship will support inclusive programming, facility enhancements, and family-centered initiatives designed to benefit youth and families across the greater Chesterfield region.
“This partnership reflects our shared belief that investing in families and communities today builds a brighter tomorrow,” said Glenn D. Barks, President and CEO of First Community Credit Union. “We’re thrilled to help expand access to sports, recreation and support programs that bring people together and inspire the next generation.”
Strategic Positioning in Midwest Youth Sports Market
The naming rights agreement strengthens Perfect Game’s operational footprint in Missouri and positions the facility as a branded destination for regional tournament hosting. The complex will feature updated signage, branding, and community activation events over the coming months as part of the rebranding initiative.
City officials view the partnership as supporting Chesterfield’s positioning as a regional hub for youth sports and family recreation. “We believe this partnership represents our shared commitment to creating first rate facilities that inspire performance and community,” said Wayne Dunker, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Arts. “We’re proud to partner with Perfect Game and First Community Credit Union to make this facility a place where athletes, families and neighbors can come together for years to come.”
The agreement marks Perfect Game’s continued investment in facility partnerships following its operational expansion across multiple markets. The company operates as the world’s largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service.
via: Perfect Game
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