USA Softball unveils a new sculpture at Hall of Fame Complex

USA Softball has revealed its latest addition to the USA Hall of Fame Complex in Oklahoma City – a softball-inspired sculpture called “Trajectory”. Designed by world-renowned artist Pete Beeman and funded through Oklahoma City’s 1% for the Arts Program, the sculpture features stainless steel arcs representing the trajectory of a large softball being hit out of the USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex and bouncing from the top of the stadium to the plaza. The sculpture is centered around a three-foot-diameter glass sphere, symbolizing the enlarged softball.
Enhancing the Softball Capital of the World
The USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex is a premier destination for softball athletes and their families who come to Oklahoma City for tournaments every year. The $200,000 sculpture is part of the facility improvements to the Complex, included in the 2017 voter-approved “Better Streets, Safer City” bond package. “Trajectory” is a significant addition to the Softball Capital of the World®, providing another attraction for thousands of visitors to enjoy.
Creating an interactive experience
Artist Pete Beeman is known for his industrial, playful, and interactive sculptures, and “Trajectory” is no exception. The sculpture is intended to evoke a sense of nostalgia and transport viewers back to happy memories of playing softball with friends. Beeman’s work is displayed in many locations around the world, including Taiwan, North Carolina, and Oregon.
Continuing to enhance the experience for spectators
The addition of “Trajectory” is part of a larger effort to enhance the experience for spectators at the USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex. The recent completion of $27.5 million-dollar renovations saw an added upper deck that increased capacity by 4,000 seats, a three-story press box, and upgraded ticket windows and complex entrances.
Conclusion
The USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex continues to evolve and improve, and “Trajectory” is a testament to the dedication of USA Softball and the Oklahoma City Arts Program to create a world-class destination for softball athletes and fans. The addition of this unique sculpture will undoubtedly enhance the experience for visitors and further solidify Oklahoma City’s reputation as the Softball Capital of the World.