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Adjacent to the Smith Softball Complex, the Hall of Fame showcases softball displays and provides information about the Nebraska Amateur Softball Association and Nebraska Softball Foundation. It pays tribute to the individuals, organizations, and communities who have contributed to the game of softball in Nebraska.

Constructed in 1995, the Bill Smith Softball Complex at Prairie Ridge Park has gained a reputation as one of the premier softball facilities in the nation. The complex hosts state, regional, and national tournaments, is home of the Hastings College Lady Bronco softball team and accommodates the local youth and adult softball leagues.

The Smith Softball Complex boasts:

  • Six Lighted softball fields
  • "Agri-Lime" infields which absorb moisture and virtually eliminate rainout games
  • A "championship field" featuring a 27-foot inning-by-inning scoreboard
  • Three-level clubhouse with: restrooms, concessions, souvenir stand, lounge/bar, game room and mezzanine level observation deck.

In addition to the Smith Softball Complex, Prairie Ridge Park has one lighted baseball field used by the American Legion baseball program and four soccer fields currently under development.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Historic Downtown Hastings

Recapture the warmth and charm of years past by visiting Historic Downtown Hastings. Experience how our past has led to our present through our historic walking/driving tour of 25

Hastings, NE Tours

Victory Building

The Victory Building, named to commemorate America's victory in World War I, is one of Nebraska's finest examples of early 20th Century industrial architecture. It was constructed between 1917 and 1920 by harness maker William

Hastings, NE National Register

Crane Meadows Observatory

Crane Meadows Nature Center is a year-round educational organization dedicated to providing an understanding of, and access to, the ecosystems of the Platte River valley. Open daily, with expanded hours during the crane season (8 a.m.-6 p.m.)

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Sandhill Crane Migration

Fossil records reveal the sandhill cranes have been visiting this region for more than nine million years. For five weeks each spring, visitors to the Platte River valley in south-central Nebraska can enjoy the symphony of sounds and dancing rituals of 90 percent of the world'

Hastings, NE Recreation

Nebraska Loan and Trust Company

Cities and agricultural areas need capital to finance growth. Nebraska Loan and Trust Company, organized in 1882 with James B. Heartwell as need in Hastings by providing a means for Eastern Capitalists to invest in Nebraska real estate mortgages. In 1883-84

Hastings, NE National Register

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