{"id":55573,"date":"2025-04-28T15:08:29","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T19:08:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/?p=55573"},"modified":"2025-04-28T15:09:35","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T19:09:35","slug":"city-of-lakeland-to-dedicate-john-rodda-sports-complex-at-lake-crago-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/2025\/04\/28\/city-of-lakeland-to-dedicate-john-rodda-sports-complex-at-lake-crago-park\/","title":{"rendered":"CITY OF LAKELAND TO DEDICATE JOHN RODDA SPORTS COMPLEX AT LAKE CRAGO PARK"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The City of Lakeland will honor the legacy of John Rodda with the dedication of the John Rodda Sports Complex at Lake Crago Park during a ceremony on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n

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John Rodda, beloved founder of Rodda Construction, Inc., touched the heart of the Lakeland community long before his passing in 2018. His generosity, vision, and love for his city live on in the public spaces he helped bring to life, like Common Ground Park and Peterson Park. Through his countless charitable contributions, Rodda left behind more than buildings\u2014he left a legacy of kindness, community spirit, and lasting beauty that continues to inspire all who call Lakeland home. The newly completed John Rodda Sports Complex features three multi-use, lighted sports fields and three spacious picnic pavilions, offering a dynamic new space for sports activities and community events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bob Donahay, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts, shared, “John did so much for this community and had a true passion for youth sports. Back in 2018, we knew we wanted to dedicate a facility in his honor, and it\u2019s fitting that we now celebrate the opening of the John Rodda Sports Complex\u2014a lasting tribute to his spirit and generosity.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The City of Lakeland invites the community to come together to celebrate the dedication, honor a remarkable community leader, and enjoy the new John Rodda Sports Complex at Lake Crago Park.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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