SSC players celebrating a goal
Soccer for All. A Future for Every Child.

Together We Turf

Lockhart Fields at Heritage Park

A once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a permanent home for soccer and community recreation in the Yampa Valley.

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Why This Matters

For 40 Years, No Permanent Home

For more than four decades, Steamboat Soccer Club has served 1,500 youth and adult athletes across Routt and Moffat Counties. Yet for all that time, the club has never had a permanent home.

Rented fields are costly, unpredictable, and closed for months each year due to weather. Every spring, kids wait indoors while snow-covered grass fields sit unusable. Every season, teams are squeezed into shorter schedules and smaller spaces.

In 2025, the extraordinary generosity of Ty and Betty Lockhart created the opportunity to change this forever. They donated the land at Heritage Park to give the club a lasting home.

SSC players on the field
SSC is the largest youth sports organization in the Yampa Valley
Young girls scrimmaging
U15 boys team celebrating
Steamboat Soccer Academy camper
SSC player with snowy mountains behind
The Project

Lockhart Fields at Heritage Park

A multi-season, turfed complex with two fields available from late February through November. Expanding annual field access by up to 50% for soccer, lacrosse, flag football, adult leagues, and other community sports.

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Two Full-Size Turf Fields
Designed for soccer and adaptable for other field sports. Weather-resistant surfaces that stay playable when grass fields can't.
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Lighting & Snow Removal
Field lighting for safe evening play and events. Snow removal capability to extend the season from late February through November.
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Full Site Development
Parking, walkways, landscaping, team benches, spectator seating, fencing, and storage facilities.
Aerial rendering of Lockhart Fields
Aerial view of planned Lockhart Fields complex
Location of Heritage Park
Heritage Park, just west of Steamboat Springs
Why Now

The Time to Build Is Now

Capacity Is Maxed Out
SSC currently uses ~1,600 field hours annually. Every season, teams are squeezed into smaller spaces, shorter seasons, and shortened practice slots.
Seasonal Limitations
Each spring, kids are stuck indoors as fields remain snow-covered and unusable for weeks. Turf fields with snow removal would add months of playing time every year.
Rising Costs
Field rental fees have nearly doubled in the past five years, making programs less affordable. Owning our fields shifts rental costs to operating costs we control.
Generational Opportunity
With land secured and design plans in motion, we are poised to create a lasting community asset that will serve Yampa Valley families for decades.
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Emerald Park Offline in 2027
Emerald Park, SSC's primary venue, will be taken offline for all of 2027 for city maintenance. Without Lockhart Fields, our programs will be scattered across town on limited, makeshift field space. Building now means our athletes have a real home when they need it most.
Who We Are

41 Years of Building Community Through Soccer

Steamboat Soccer Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and one of the largest youth organizations in the Yampa Valley. We build character, teamwork, and community through the game of soccer.

SSC community celebration
More than a club. A community.
1,500
Athletes Served
$45K
Annual Scholarships
100+
Volunteer Coaches
10,000+
Annual Visitors Projected
Competitive
222 players train 3 times per week, developing advanced skills and teamwork. 95% return each year.
Recreational
807 players across 100 teams build confidence and skill. Open to players age 5 and up. 70% return each year.
Community Outreach
500 players reached through school clinics and small-sided games across the Yampa Valley. Access for all kids.
Adult Programs
500+ adults participate in games, practices, and tournaments year-round.
Summer & Winter Training
409 athletes develop through clinics, small-sided games, and specialized training.
Soccer Academy Camps
400 players from outside Steamboat attend week-long camps, with families boosting the local economy.
Campaign Progress

Together We Turf

Our $5.2 million capital campaign is underway. With land secured through the generosity of the Lockhart family, we're building momentum toward breaking ground.

$1.7M
Raised of $5.2M Goal
$0 $1.3M $2.6M $3.9M $5.2M
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25%
Colorado State Income Tax Credit
Cash donations of $250 or more to the Together We Turf campaign qualify for Colorado's Enterprise Zone Contribution Tax Credit.

Make Your Gift Go Further

SSC's location in a designated Enterprise Zone means your donation does more. In addition to being tax-deductible as a charitable gift, qualifying donations earn a state income tax credit.

  • Cash donations of $250+ qualify for a 25% Colorado state income tax credit
  • In-kind donations qualify for a 12.5% Colorado state income tax credit
  • Tax credit capped at $100,000 per taxpayer per year
  • Unused credits carry forward up to 5 years
  • Donations may be made over the next 3 years

Please consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors. SSC will provide the documentation you need to claim the credit.

Support the Campaign

Ways to Give

Every gift brings us closer to a permanent home for soccer in the Yampa Valley. There are several ways to contribute to the Together We Turf campaign.

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Online
Fast, secure giving through Colorado Gives. Credit card, bank transfer, or PayPal.
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Check or Pledge
Mail to SSC, PO Box 770661, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477. Multi-year pledges welcome.
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Stock, IRA, DAF & In-Kind
Appreciated stock, IRA/QCD, donor-advised funds, and in-kind contributions. Contact us to discuss.
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Donor Recognition

Leave Your Mark

Donors at every level are recognized for their generosity. Major gifts include permanent naming opportunities at Lockhart Fields.

Level
Donation
Recognition
Ballon d'Or
$1,000,000+
"Presented By" signage at entrance to Lockhart Fields, Donor Wall
Golden Boot
$500,000 – $999,999
Permanent field logo placement, Donor Wall
Hat Trick
$250,000 – $499,999
Bench naming, Donor Wall
Game Changer
$100,000 – $249,999
Lighting "Presented By," Donor Wall
Premier League
$50,000 – $99,999
Goal naming, Donor Wall
Major League
$25,000 – $49,999
Donor Wall at Lockhart Fields, multi-year company banner
Teamboat
$10,000 – $24,999
Donor Wall at Lockhart Fields
All Region
$5,000 – $9,999
Recognition in printed & online materials
All Conference
$2,500 – $4,999
Recognition in printed & online materials
Academy
$1,000 – $2,499
Recognition in printed & online materials
Grassroots
$1 – $999
Recognition in printed & online materials
Community Benefits

More Than Fields

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Youth Development
Thousands of children and teens gain more access to safe, reliable play. Consistent facilities support athletic growth, confidence, and mental health.
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Community Growth
Expanded field capacity relieves strain on existing facilities shared by many youth and recreation programs across the valley.
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Tourism & Economic Impact
Extended-season fields open opportunities for regional tournaments and camps during spring and fall shoulder seasons. The Steamboat Mountain Soccer Tournament alone generates over $2 million in local revenue annually.
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Shared Resource
Lockhart Fields will serve not only soccer but lacrosse, flag football, adult leagues, and other community sports. A resource for the whole valley.
SSC competitive player in action
We Can't Do It Without You

Every Child Deserves a Place to Play

By supporting Lockhart Fields, you are investing in young athletes, in community health, and in the enduring vitality of the Yampa Valley. Together, we can ensure that every child, every family, and every team has a place to play, grow, and belong.

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Campaign Questions
Gillian Morris
970.846.1953 · gilliandmorris@gmail.com
Steamboat Soccer Club is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) organization. Tax ID # 84-1144406.
Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.