Miracle League of Shakopee: Where Everyone Belongs on the Field
The Shakopee Lions Club, in partnership with the City of Shakopee and the Shakopee Baseball Association, is proud to bring the Miracle League of Shakopee to life at Tahpah Park. Opening in Fall 2025, this adaptive baseball field will ensure that children and adults with disabilities have the opportunity to play baseball in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment—right alongside their community.
A Community-Driven Project
This project is made possible thanks to the support of:
- City of Shakopee – Providing land and infrastructure at Tahpah Park
- Shakopee Lions Club & Foundation – Leading community engagement and fundraising
- Shakopee Baseball Association – Overseeing league operations and game-day experiences
- Local Businesses & Families – Offering generous sponsorships and donations
- Lions Club International Foundation – Awarding a $100,000 grant to help launch the project
“A Miracle Field became the ideal way to ensure that everyone has a place to play and enjoy baseball,” said Matt McKeand, President of the Shakopee Lions Club. “We’ve been fortunate to have such generous donors and to be affiliated with the Lions Club International Foundation.”
What Is a Miracle Field?
Conventional baseball fields weren’t built for wheelchairs, walkers, or sensory sensitivities. The Miracle League removes these barriers by offering:
- Rubberized turf for safety and accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible dugouts and gates
- A buddy system, pairing each player with a volunteer
- League play that celebrates ability—not competition
The result? Joy, friendship, confidence, and memories that last a lifetime
Project Timeline
- 2021–2023: Dream & Design - Shakopee leaders came together to create a vision for Minnesota’s 14th Miracle Field.
- 2023–2024: Community Support & Fundraising - With support from businesses, families, and foundations, the dream moved closer to reality.
- May 2025: Groundbreaking at Tahpah Park.
- Summer 2025: Construction Begins - The Miracle Field will take shape between Field 8 and West Tahpah Field, integrating it into the heart of Shakopee’s sports complex.
- Fall 2025: First Season Begins - The inaugural Miracle League of Shakopee season launches—with players, families, and volunteers all stepping onto the field together.
Inclusion in Action: Meet the GLOmies
A key part of the Miracle League’s success will be the involvement of the GLOmies, a student group from Shakopee High School that supports individuals with disabilities. Many GLOmies will serve as players or buddies, continuing the culture of inclusion Shakopee has built in its classrooms—now extending it to the community ballfield.
“We want everyone to feel welcome and to know they belong,” said Matthew Iverson, GLOmies PE teacher. “The Miracle League will give us more opportunities to connect students and friends outside of school. Many of these amazing kids don’t get the same opportunities in sports as others do. This field helps change that.”
Sponsorship Opportunities
Your support creates lasting impact. Join our team and help us build the Miracle League of Shakopee:
- Community All-Star Club – $250
- Name featured on the welcome sign
- Single Club – $2,500
- Sponsor signage at the field entrance
- Double Club – $5,000
- Recognition on the Wall of Honor
- Triple Club – $10,000
- Prominent recognition throughout the park
- Home Run Club – $25,000
- Scoreboard logo + enhanced honors
- Grand Slam Club – $50,000
- Logo on the field turf + premium placement
💛 To donate, click the “Donate to the Miracle Field Now” button at the top of this page.
Stay Connected & Get Involved
Whether you want to volunteer, become a sponsor, or follow our progress—we’d love to have you on the team.
Sign up to receive construction updates and Miracle League news: shakopeeyouthbaseball.sportngin.com/register/form/535374166 or email: miraclefield@shakopeelions.com
About the Miracle League
The Miracle League is a national nonprofit creating baseball opportunities for children and adults with disabilities. Since the first field opened in 2000, the Miracle League has grown to over 350 organizations across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada—serving more than 450,000 athletes.
With accessible fields and a volunteer “buddy” system, the Miracle League ensures every athlete gets the chance to swing, run, and belong.
🌐 Learn more at www.miracleleague.com
Let’s Build the Miracle Together
This is more than a ballfield. It’s a promise that everyone deserves a place to play. Join us in creating a lasting legacy of inclusion, community, and joy.
Learn More and Share the Vision
Help us spread the word! Check out our Miracle League flyer below to see key project details and share with friends, family, or community partners:
📎 Flyer: Miracle League of Shakopee – Breaking Ground in May 2025
📍 Location: Tahpah Park, behind Joe Schleper Stadium
