uncement of plans to build a 12-thousand seat stadium. Community leaders from around the Coachella Valley discussed how this addition could positively impact sports tourism in the near future. “I’ve never […]

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The East Valley Coalition held the first annual sports tourism summit with the announcement of plans to build a 12-thousand seat stadium.

Community leaders from around the Coachella Valley discussed how this addition could positively impact sports tourism in the near future.

“I’ve never seen an area that has so much potential.” Potential… which is why an official announcement was made for a 12,000 seat stadium coming to the desert.

“It is not only going to be transforming to this side of I-10, but it is going to be transforming to the community,” continued developer Scott Honan.

The concept for the shield is a 125-acre multi-use campus. It will be located north of the 10 freeway at the Cook Street exit next to the Classic Club.

Local business owners say it will be a good thing for the economy by creating jobs and offering more entertainment opportunities for valley residents.

Economist David Kinney says this project could b

The Shield’s Potential Economic Impact