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Overland Park has put its name on the map by hosting many regional to national tournaments across a multitude of sports. Known for its world-class venues and recognition as the "Best Soccer City” by Livability Magazine, Overland Park hosts small to large scale sporting events, superior facilities and a convenient location.
When you’re off the field, pitch, diamond, course or courts, Overland Park has something for the entire family with mouth-watering foods, to hotels with the perfect amenities and even nightlife entertainment. Need last minute replacement sporting goods before the game? Our facilities are close to many retail spots such as Scheels or Academy Sports.
Eric Olson VP of Sports Tourism & Events
Chad McFarland Director of Sports and Hotel Services
Chad comes to Visit Overland Park as the Director of Sports and Hotel Services. Originally from Winfield, Kansas his college career took him to Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas where he earned his bachelor’s in education. He ultimately moved to Overland Park in 2005. Before Visit OP, he served 14 years in public education and achieved his master’s degree in leadership, finishing his career as a building Administrator for the largest Alternative Education Program in Olathe. He then pivoted his interest to sales & marketing. He began working in real estate, building a new brand through marketing strategies and social media campaigns in the Kansas City area. Some of his additional works include marketing contributions for the AdventHealth Championship golf tournament. Chad has also served for 3 years as a business development and strategy consultant for Nucleus Training Solutions, a workplace training curriculum developer in Overland Park. He continues to provide intermittent consultation services to Nucleus Training Solutions today. Currently, Chad is the 2023 Vice President and long-time Board of Directors member at The 3&2 Baseball Club of Johnson County and was recently voted onto the Board of Directors for the Kansas Sports Officials Association by his colleagues. Chad also has an extensive and successful sports officiating career, serving both sides of the state line in high school and collegiate football, baseball, and basketball. Chad now lives in Olathe, Kansas with his wife and four boys. Their evenings and weekends are usually spent on the baseball diamonds, mountain biking, motocross or at RoKC in Olathe.
Sports Facilities
AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk
Our venue has been designed to host a variety of sports, including basketball, volleyball, hockey…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Baseball
The Blue Valley Antioch District Athletic Complex - Baseball Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Baseball
Blue Valley Switzer District Athletic Complex - Baseball Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity: 250…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Football
Blue Valley Antioch District Athletic Complex - Football Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Football
Blue Valley Switzer District Athletic Complex - Football Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Lacrosse
Blue Valley Antioch District Athletic Complex - Lacrosse Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Lacrosse
Blue Valley Switzer District Athletic Complex - Lacrosse Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Soccer
Blue Valley Switzer District Athletic Complex - Soccer Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity: 2,500…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Soccer
Blue Valley Antioch District Athletic Complex - Soccer Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity: 4,000…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Softball
Blue Valley Antioch District Athletic Complex - Softball Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity: 100…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Softball
Blue Valley Switzer District Athletic Complex - Softball Stadium Amenities: - Seating Capacity: 250…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Track & Field
Blue Valley Antioch District Athletic Complex - Outdoor Track Amenities: - Lanes: 8 - Seating…
Blue Valley District Athletic Complex - Track & Field
Blue Valley Switzer District Athletic Complex - Outdoor Track Amenities: - Lanes: 8 - Seating…
Blue Valley Sports Complex
The Blue Valley Recreation Complex is home of 24 irrigated baseball/softball fields. Complex…
Brittany Park
Brittany Park is a 19-acre play park along the bike/hike trail, perfect for a walk or a pickup…
Brookridge Park
Brookridge Park is a 4.5-acre neighborhood park adjacent to Brookridge Elementary School, providing…
Cherokee Park
Cherokee Park is a 3.5-acre neighborhood park providing space for recreational activities between…
Chicken N Pickle
There's no boredom at Chicken N Pickle. Chicken N Pickle is an indoor/outdoor entertainment complex…
City Hall Park
City Hall Park is a 2.7-acre play park, perfect for a pickup game of basketball or relaxing in the…
Blue Valley Rec Disc Golf Course
Par: 54 | 4101 feet Tee Type: Mulch Hole Type: DGA
Elite Tennis and Wellness
In the Fall of 2010, Elite Tennis and Wellness opened a totally new, state-of-the-art tennis complex…
Foxhill North Park
Foxhill North Park is a 19-acre park with plenty of space and attractions for families to gather…
Hickory Hills Park
Hickory Hills Park is a 10-acre neighborhood park with amenities for many outdoor sports…
Highland View Park
Highland View Park is an 11.6-acre park adjacent to the Johnson County Blue Valley Library with a…
Indian Creek Recreation Center
Indian Creek Recreation Center is a centrally-located 24.7-acre community park with a shelter…
Indian Valley Park
Indian Valley Park is a 23.5-acre community park full of recreational amenities for any sports…
Johnson County Community College - Baseball
Johnson County Communitry College is home to a state-of-the-art Baseball Field that contains…
Johnson County Community College - Basketball
Johnson County Community College is home to various high-quality sporting venues.
Johnson County Community College - Soccer
This new state-of-the-art facility gives JCCC men’s and women’s soccer one of the top playing…
Johnson County Community College - Softball
The Johnson County Community College softball team plays in one of the finest facilities in the…
Johnson County Community College - Track & Field
The most striking feature of this facility is the JCCC Fieldhouse, commonly referred to a “the big…
Maple Hills Park
Maple Hills Park is a 9.2-acre neighborhood park nestled in the Stonehedge and Farley view…
Matt Ross Community Center
Matt Ross Community Center provides state-of-the-art fitness equipment, experienced trainers and…
Nall Park
Nall Park is a 13.5-acre neighborhood park running along Indian Creek, featuring a flat portion of…
Nicklaus Golf Club at LionsGate
The Nicklaus Golf Club is a private club offering its Members, families and guests the finest golf…
North Park
North Park is a 3.9-acre neighborhood park with tennis/pickleball courts and a trail to explore that…
Overland Park Convention Center
The Overland Park Convention Center continues to be a top pick among event planners. Its spacious…
Overland Park Racquet Club
Newly renovated in 2015, the Club has 14 indoor and 8 outdoor tennis courts and offers all levels of…
PGA Tour Superstore
PGA TOUR Superstore is the world’s leading retailer for golf, tennis, and pickleball equipment…
Quivira Park
Quivira Park is a 44.3-acre community park conveniently located at 119th and Quivira, yet serenely…