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About Goodman Softball Complex
Welcome to Goodman Softball Complex, the on-campus home of UW–Madison softball. Opened in 1999 and historically nicknamed Goodman Diamond, this venue features permanent grandstands behind home plate and serves as a premier site for UW home games and the annual WIAA State Softball Tournament. While the public seating chart isn’t published, the grandstands provide a clear view of all the action for thousands of fans across the season. Whether you’re catching a UW game, a tournament clash, or a special event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.
Located at 2415 University Bay Dr, Madison, this on-campus venue is easily accessible by car, shuttle services, and campus transit. We’ll outline parking, transportation options, and nearby lodging and dining to make your trip straightforward and stress-free.
Venue details
Goodman Softball Complex sits on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus and is known for its durable grandstands behind home plate. The venue capacity is approximately 1,600 spectators. For events, typical parking guidance is available from UW Transportation, with Lot 60 and the League Bay Drive area reserved for softball events. The complex shares parking with Nielsen Tennis Stadium, and campus shuttle services from Lot 204 can facilitate easy transit to events. Public transit options include campus buses and regional Metro services.
Seating & viewing experience
The grandstands behind home plate provide the primary spectator seating. A published seating chart isn’t publicly released, but fans can expect a straightforward, stadium-style viewing setup with clear sightlines for UW softball games and state tournaments.
Parking & transportation
Parking for softball events is typically directed to Lot 60/League Bay Drive area and other campus lots. For a more hands-on plan, consult UW Transportation’s guidance on event parking. For those using public transit, Lot 204 offers shuttle service to campus, and campus transit options are available for convenient access during events.
Nearby lodging and dining
On-campus lodging includes the Wisconsin Union Hotel & Club Suites, offering comfortable stays close to the action. Downtown Madison hotels like DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Madison, The Edgewater, and Madison Concourse Hotel provide additional options within a short drive or ride from the venue. We’ll highlight affiliate partner recommendations to help you book reliable accommodations and nearby dining with ease.
Notable events
Goodman Softball Complex hosts UW softball home games and regularly serves as the venue for the WIAA State Softball Tournament, drawing fans from across the state and region.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 2415 University Bay Dr, Madison, WI 53705
- Capacity: approximately 1,600 spectators (grandstand behind home plate; public seating chart not publicly published)
- Opened: 1999 (groundbreaking June 25, 1998; first game March 30, 1999; historically nicknamed Goodman Diamond)
- Venue type: on-campus collegiate softball complex (Goodman Softball Complex) with permanent grandstands
- Seating chart: no public, published seating chart; seating described as grandstands behind home plate
- Parking: shared with Nielsen Tennis Stadium; Lot 60/League Bay Drive area reserved for softball events; typical event parking guidance available from UW Transportation
- Transit: campus transportation options exist; Lot 204 provides a shuttle service to campus for events; Metro/bus options available
- Nearby hotels: on-campus Wisconsin Union Hotel & Club Suites; additional downtown campus-area hotels include options like DoubleTree Downtown, Edgewater, Madison Concourse, etc.
- Notable events: UW softball home games; WIAA State Softball Tournament regularly hosted at Goodman Diamond/Goodman Softball Complex