One Houston suburb is about to have a massive new athletic facility to call all its own.
Led by two Houston natives, Raymond Steward and Shonbay Jones plan to create an elite sports performance center in a 65,639-square-foot facility. Construction is expected to cost $9.5 million.
“At Hope Center Sportsplex, we provide a dynamic indoor environment where athletes of all ages and skill levels can train, compete, and thrive,” reads a statement from Hope Center’s website. “Built with excellence in mind, our facility is designed to support everything from foundational development to elite competition. Whether stepping onto the court for the first time or preparing for the next level, every athlete who enters Hope Center gains access to professionally managed programs, high-quality playing surfaces, and an atmosphere that inspires growth.”
A major focus for Hope Center will be its ability to offer multiple indoor sports activities, including basketball, volleyball, pickleball, indoor soccer (futsal) and other multisport trainings and events.
Steward and Jones have a history of uplifting young people in Houston, as both lead Hope Active, a nonprofit organization focused on uplifting at-risk youth and under-resourced communities in the region. Founded in 2017, the organization serves as a bridge, providing resources, mentorship, and support to children and families in need.
“Hope Center Sportsplex is more than a sports facility,” reads a statement from the brand’s Instagram account. “It’s a destination where athletes are developed, families are connected, and leaders are formed.”
Construction is expected to take one year, with an estimated completion date of July 1, 2027.