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    Cactus Yards

    2.8 (82 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Debbie F.

    My first time playing at Cactus Yards and I really enjoyed the venue. The fields were in good condition, a clean venue, field maps were clear and helpful, and it was only $5 a day to enter. The batting cages, which we spent a good amount of time at between games, was very inconsistent. Although you do get around 20 pitches per token (way more than the Southern California cages provide), it messes up the practice when balls are delayed in being pitched or they are too low/too high to hit. We were there for a big tournament and the parking situation was really tough. Luckily we could park on the dirt and kinda squeeze in anywhere, but for this large a venue, more parking lot space should be available. Overall a great venue and I hope to play here again.

    Laura M.

    Cactus Yards is a great tournament facility. My son has played in several baseball tournaments here, and my daughter in softball tournaments here as well. The facility itself is excellent and always very clean. One of the coolest features is that each field is modeled after a different MLB stadium. The sunken-in dugouts are especially fun for the kids and really make them feel like they're playing on a professional field. They have two concession areas called Slider Sports Grill. The pretzels are hands-down the best--soft, warm, and delicious. You can get them with a side of cheese that's almost like a white queso with a little bit of spice, which makes them even better. There is always plenty of parking. There is a fee to enter the park, though players are free. The only downside here is that coaches also have to pay. I understand that some teams bring multiple coaches, but it would be nice if at least the head coach didn't have to pay to get in. Another small frustration is that cleats aren't allowed inside the concession area, where the closest restrooms are located. I understand wanting to keep dirt out, but it can be inconvenient for players. That said, the concession area itself is great, indoors, air-conditioned (a huge plus during the hot months), and surrounded by windows so you can sit inside and still watch the games. The design is really well thought out, and they also sell alcohol, which is a nice option for parents. Cactus Yards is a great sports complex with nice fields, thoughtful design, and the Best pretzels!

    Vanessa W.

    This facility needs some TLC and a major air conditioning improvement. They operate off of swamp coolers and it just doesn't cut it for Arizona. I am glad for an indoor soccer option for my kids but having to watch them play in a muggy, dirty (windows need a deep cleaning), limited seating venue is not a highlight of my day.

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    We had a pretty great experience at Cactus Yards. Such a cool place for kids to play. We loved the restaurants on site and the kids loved all the games inside the restaurant. Overall the food prices were fair (besides the $7 bomb popsicle). I didn't give it 5 stars because the fields were really dusty and needed to be sprayed down between tournament games and the major league outfields scenes are needing a bit of an update/facelift. They are pretty faded. Overall it's a pretty cool place and I hope the city will invest in the upkeep. The stadium seating is great--you don't need your own chairs.

    Ryan W.

    We drove in from El Paso, TX to participate in the USSSA Spring Training III baseball tournament and fell in love with the facilities. Each field is a replica of a MLB Stadium! Our games were played in Yankee & Angel Stadiums and our players loved the "Big League" dugouts and stadium seating feel. While there isn't any dedicated seating along the right and left field sidelines, there is plenty of room to set up chairs and camp-out for the game. The stadium seating between the duggouts provides a great environment for spectators and is covered to provide shade! The indoor concession stand is climate controlled and provides plenty of options for snacks or meals. There is also a bar with a select ranges of alcoholic beverages for patrons to enjoy. My wife stopped by the gift shop and was able to pick up a framed team poster and individual photo of our kiddo that really helped commemorate the event! There was a $5 cover per adult and the only items we were allowed to bring in was water (everything else is available for purchase). We're already looking forward to our next visit!

    Really long line.... One person working the register and another cooking/prepping.

    Great fields. Horrible management regarding concessions. One person working while there's 8 teams playing baseball. Town of Gilbert is missing out on money and the parents are missing their kids games.

    I get you have to make money and I also understand the rules..I did not have the $5 dollars needed to get in the gate. The nazi lady sropped me as everyone was going in and told me $5 dollars. I ased " arent coaches free"? She said absolutely not. I get it doing her job. I said, cant i pay you when my wife gets here? Nope absolutely not. So i just stepped aside, embarrassed as everyone else qent in. As I sat on the curb I thought to myself. I would never run a business like this. Bad reviews and an embarrassed customer who will never bring his vegas team to any cactus yard event. You never know who you are holding up at the line. Hopefully my friends from one of the media compines I know will write a story over the greed that softball/baseball has become in these multupark fields.....How nice your policies are. Over 5 buck????. Stepping over dollars to get to pennies..

    The coaches meet with the umps before an evening game at old Yankee Stadium
    Christopher B.

    I've visited Big League Dreams several times over the years because, at one time or another, both of my sons have played in a baseball tournament here. It never occurred to me to Yelp! about it... Until now! In case you're unfamiliar, Big League Dreams features eight little league sized "replicas" of famous and historic ballparks. I say replicas because they are reasonable facsimiles of the old Yankee Stadium, Wrigley Field, and Sportsman's Park to name a few. I say facsimiles because the fans in the outfield stands are images screened onto fabric. Thinking back, my first impression was probably along the lines of "Who would build something this cool so far out of town?". If you live in the Northwest valley, like I use to, it feels a little like driving to Tucson. Later, my impression may have changed to "Who would build something this cool and not maintain it?" The ball games continued, in spite of the dilapidation from the sun and elements. Now, I am happy to say, that the facilities are finally seeing some maintenance work. The outfield seats and walls are being repainted. The sky is nice and blue over Waveland and Sheffield Avenues. It appears some of the fabric graphics have been replaced. It's a work in progress. Now, about the concessions, I've always liked the fact that there was a kitchen and dining area at the center of each cluster of four fields. You can dine inside and watch the baseball outside or other sports on the televisions scattered throughout. The food is average to overpriced, but the menu features some items you may not expect, such as BLT's, salads and beer. After all, adult leagues play here too. The primary reason I deducted one star is the entry policy. It's bad enough that it's cash only (when the rest of the park accepts plastic). But seriously?! Players have to pay $1 to enter?! The teams have already paid hundreds of dollars to play at your facility. My sons have never had to pay to get into a tournament they were playing in, anywhere else. And giving them a "dollar off" coin for the concession stands doesn't equal "no entrance fee". Regardless, we had a fun weekend out in Gilbert. And my son's club team won their age bracket. Big League Dreams is worth the drive. Just remember to bring cash.

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    the staff can sometimes be pretty rude and that's annoying, but the fields are beautiful and clean so we ignore them.

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    Great tournament, came all the way down from Alaska, this place has it all! Thanks to the staff for the support

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    Loved the experience!! The baseball fields looked like they were the real deal and went all the way.

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