Sioux City’s Baseball Dreams Hit a Snag

News Summary

Morningside University faces challenges in securing a baseball field as their proposal for an eight-year lease at East High School was denied by the Sioux City school board. Concerns over future costs and maintenance overshadowed the potential benefits of the deal, leaving the Mustangs to search for alternative venues. With a nomadic home game schedule spanning three states, the team is left in limbo as they seek a stable solution for their baseball program.

Sioux City’s Baseball Dreams Take a Hit as Morningside’s Proposal Gets the Cold Shoulder

In a disappointing turn of events for baseball enthusiasts in Sioux City, Morningside University’s quest for a new home for its baseball program has hit a smooth patch. After losing access to their previous field at Lewis & Clark Park, the university has been on a hunt for a suitable venue, but recent discussions about leasing East High School’s baseball field have taken an unexpected nosedive.

The Mustangs, Morningside University’s baseball team, played their 2025 home games scattered across an unusual trio of states – Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska. With this kind of nomadic schedule, it’s clear that the team is in desperate need of a place they can call their own. Previously, they had access to Lawton-Bronson’s field, but that door was shut thanks to changes in school district policies.

The Proposal Details

In an effort to secure a more permanent solution, Morningside submitted a proposal for an eight-year lease to use the East High School baseball field. Under this plan, the university was prepared to invest significantly, offering to install artificial turf at their own expense, which could cost between $450,000 and $550,000. This would have greatly improved the playing field, but unfortunately, the proposal did not sit well with the Sioux City school board.

Concerns from the Board