Bettye Wilson Soccer Complex facts for kids

The Bettye Wilson Soccer Complex is a large sports area in Las Vegas, Nevada. It has 10 soccer fields and covers about 58 acres. This big complex is located right next to Cimarron-Memorial High School. It's a very important place for soccer, especially for young players and big tournaments.

The complex is named after Bettye Wilson. She was a true pioneer in youth soccer in Las Vegas. Bettye Wilson helped create the very first girls' soccer league in Nevada. This made it possible for many girls to play soccer.

What Happens at the Complex?

The Bettye Wilson Soccer Complex hosts many exciting soccer events. These events bring players and teams from all over.

Major Tournaments

• Las Vegas Mayors Cup: This is one of the biggest international soccer tournaments in the United States. Teams from many different countries come to Las Vegas to compete here. It's a chance for young players to show their skills.
• Players College Showcase: This event was the first of its kind in the country. It allows talented young soccer players to play in front of college coaches. This helps players get noticed and possibly earn scholarships to play soccer in college.

Who Played Here?

Over the years, some professional soccer teams have also used the Bettye Wilson Soccer Complex as their home field.

• The Las Vegas Strikers played here in 2003. They were part of the National Premier Soccer League.
• The Las Vegas Tabagators played here in 2005. They were part of the Women's Premier Soccer League.