Sports in Hattiesburg: A Hub for Tournaments, Teams & Events

Hattiesburg is a premier sports destination in the Gulf South, featuring top-tier fields and arenas, thousands of hotel rooms, and nearly 200 locally-owned restaurants. The city’s geographic location and amenities make it ideal for hosting a variety of sports, including baseball, softball, soccer, football, pickleball, tennis, volleyball, running events (5Ks, 10Ks, half-marathons), biking races, disc golf tournaments, golf championships, and more.

Home to state championship play for youth tournaments and high school athletics, Hattiesburg has scored big with fans and event planners and is ready to create a winning experience for you and your team. Check out our sports profile sheet for all of our sports offerings.

Coming Spring 2028

The Gulf South’s premier sports event facility is coming soon and is ready to book.

Hattiesburg Recreation & Sports Event Center will be a premier destination for sports, recreation, and community events in the Gulf South. Designed to serve both local residents and visiting teams, the facility will feature state-of-the-art courts, flexible event spaces, and a welcoming environment for athletes, families, and spectators alike.

Whether you’re planning a tournament, joining a league, reserving a court, or visiting Hattiesburg for a weekend competition, our facility will offer the space, amenities, and support to make your experience exceptional.

This project is funded by anonymous fundholders at the Pinebelt Foundation in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.


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Sports Venues
With an impressive list of hosted sporting events annually, Hattiesburg’s sports knowledge and facility offerings make it the winning choice for site play.
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Sports Planning Resources
With high-quality fields and arenas, thousands of hotel rooms, more than 200 locally-owned restaurants, award-winning attractions, and a vibrant art scene, Hattiesburg is a premier sports destination in the Gulf South.
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Baseball Legacy & Tournaments in Hattiesburg

Known as “Baseburg,” Hattiesburg is a vibrant hub for baseball enthusiasts, from youth leagues to collegiate competition. After successfully hosting the 2025 DBB World Series and the 2023 DYB World Series, the city remains a top choice for youth sports events. Hattiesburg also boasts a strong history of hosting college baseball regionals and super regionals at Pete Taylor Park on the University of Southern Mississippi campus, attracting thousands of fans from several states. Additionally, the William Carey University Crusaders baseball team proudly hosts championship games at top-tier facilities, further building on the “Baseburg” tradition.

BASEBURG – It's an Obsession

Experience exceptional sports facilities and Southern hospitality in Hattiesburg, where the VisitHATTIESBURG team and partners ensure easy travel and memorable sports experiences for teams and spectators. Here, baseball isn’t just a pastime - it’s a way of life!

Contact Kristen Brock for more details or to book your tournament!

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Adam Jonson, General Manager MHSAA
"Working with VisitHBURG enables us to enhance the experience for attendees and participants at the events we host in HBURG! It’s easy to travel to Hattiesburg and the people are always friendly; plus there’s no shortage of good food to eat, nice places to stay, and fun activities to enjoy."

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