UD Softball Stadium, home to the Dayton softball team since 2005, underwent a multiple-phase renovation in recent years. The upgrades included a new locker room, fixed seating, and a press area.
The renovations ushered in an improved atmosphere for fans and players, and continues to make the UD Softball Complex one of the top softball facilities in the region. Among one of the top changes is the addition of a locker room for the softball team. The batting cages have been expanded and upgraded and permanent restrooms were installed. These new additions complemented the stadium’s already existing bullpen, batting cages and pitching rubbers that were installed in the first phase of the project.
UD Softball Stadium was built in 2005 along the banks of the Great Miami River as part of the UD Sports Complex, a multi-million dollar project located on Edwin C. Moses Boulevard near the UD Arena on the banks of the Great Miami River. The complex is comprised of UD Softball Stadium, Woerner Field (baseball), Jerry Von Mohr Practice Facility (football, track & field), UD Arena (baseketball) and Welcome Stadium (football).
The unique location along the river offers fans scenic views of the river and Carrillon park while enjoying Dayton Flyers softball games. In 2005, the University of Dayton softball program played its first game in the new UD Softball Stadium.
"We are fortunate to have one of the best facilities in the region," said Flyer Head Coach Cara LaPlaca. "Our idyllic location in the Arena Sports Complex along I-75 offers easy accessibility. The river backdrop provides a picturesque view. The field surface is flawless and holds up to various weather conditions. Teams and spectators will have a great experience at UD Softball Stadium."
UD Softball Stadium Facts
Opened: March 26, 2005 (vs Massachusetts)
First UD Win: March 27, 2005 (7-0 vs IPFW)
Winning Pitcher: Melissa Myher
Inaugural Season Record: 9-4
First pitch: Erin LaFayette to Lauren Proctor (UMass), strike.
First hit: Denise Denis (UMass), single first inning.
First UD hit: Laura Matthews, home run, fifth inning.
First home run: Denise Denis (UMass), third inning.
First UD home run: Laura Matthews, fifth inning.
First Shutout: March 27, 2005 (7-0 vs IPFW; Myher complete game win)
First Extra Inning Game: March 26, 2006 vs. La Salle - 8-7 win (8 inn.)
Longest UD home win steak: 16 games (May 3, 2014 - April 26, 2015)
