A new sports complex will open in Gatlinburg in June of 2014, according to an article by WBIR. Rocky Top Sports World is currently under construction and is pegged to supply “sports tourism” for the area. (I honestly have no idea what that means!)
When complete, the complex will have seven synthetic turf fields, six basketball courts, 12 volleyball courts, and several championship fields and courts.
According to WBIR:
Tuesday morning, leaders from Sevier County and the City of Gatlinburg came together to announce the project and talk about long term economic goals.
Within the first five years of being open, the total economic impact on the area is expected to be $100 million dollars, with more than 400,000 visitors.
For more information about Rocky Top Sports World, visit WBIR or the Gatlinburg website.