Baxter International Baseball Field, also known as Albert Park Baseball Complex, is a prominent baseball venue in Lismore, New South Wales. It serves as the home ground for the Far North Coast Baseball Association (FNCBA) and boasts regulation size, fenced fields with dugouts and bullpens. The complex includes batting cages and covered stands for spectators. Its floodlighting meets international standards, enabling it to host numerous Claxton Shield games since 1968.
1924: Reg Baxter born
In 1924, Reg Baxter, who the Baxter Field is named after, was born.
1968: Claxton Shield games
Since 1968, Baxter International Baseball Field has hosted numerous Claxton Shield games.
2012: Blue Sox hosted by Brisbane Bandits
In 2012, the Blue Sox were hosted by the geographically closer Brisbane Bandits at the complex.
2014: Reg Baxter death
In 2014, Reg Baxter, who the Baxter Field is named after, passed away.
2020: Upgrade completed
In 2020, a $6.95 million upgrade was completed to redevelop the complex to become the Little League centre of Australia.
2021: Australian Baseball League All-Star Game
In 2021, it was announced that the facility will host the Australian Baseball League All-Star Game in 2021–22.
2021: Sydney Blue Sox home series
In 2021, the Sydney Blue Sox announced they would be playing at least one home series against the Canberra Cavalry at the facility.
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