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Jim Spooner Field, formerly known as Pelican Park, sits on the University of West Florida campus in Pensacola, Florida. With a capacity of 2,500 seated and 3,000+ with lawn and standing areas, this college baseball stadium has a rich history from the Pensacola Pelicans era (2002–2010) to hosting the NCAA South Regional in 2011. The venue is a $location$ anchor for fans in the Pensacola area, easily accessible from I-10 via University Parkway. Whether you’re catching a game, or planning a campus visit, we’ve got you covered with practical seating info, parking tips, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining recommendations to make your trip smooth.
Parking is available on campus with temporary permits for event days. For accurate directions, use the campus entrances and follow UWF Athletics guidance. Nearby lodging options include Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola (West), Pensacola Grand Hotel, Residence Inn by Marriott, and additional hotels within proximity to the UWF campus. After the game, explore local dining and attractions with easy access from University Parkway. Secure your seats with confidence—we’ve got you covered with up-to-date venue details, historical context, and reliable logistics for Pelican Park / Jim Spooner Field in Pensacola.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Active venue: Jim Spooner Field, the current name for the former Pelican Park on the University of West Florida campus in Pensacola, FL.
- Address: 11000 University Parkway, Pensacola, FL 32514.
- Capacity: 2,500 seated; 3,000+ with lawn/standing room configurations.
- Venue type: college baseball stadium (UWF) with historical use by the Pensacola Pelicans (early 2000s).
- Seating layout: chair-back seating behind home plate; bleachers along left and right fields; lawn seating added during renovations (circa 2003).
- Notable events hosted: Pensacola Pelicans (2002–2010) and the NCAA South Regional in 2011.
- Renamed: Pelican Park renamed Jim Spooner Field in 2008 in honor of former UWF coach Jim Spooner.
- Nearby lodging: hotels such as Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola (West), Pensacola Grand, Residence Inn, and other options near UWF.
- Parking: on-campus visitor parking available with temporary permits; plan ahead for event parking on campus.
- Transit/directions: accessible via I-10 and University Parkway; campus directions available from UWF and UWF Athletics.