Batter Up!

Today is the opening day for the Cactus League spring training season.

Winter visitors and full time residents alike love this time of year. They can preview the coming baseball season, get to watch in an intimate ball park, either in bleachers like the good old days, or lounge in grassy areas surrounding the field.

The west valley has several Cactus League parks. The nearest is the Peoria Sports Complex, springtime home of the Padres and Mariners. Surprise Stadium is home to the Royals and the Rangers. Camelback Ranch in Glendale hosts the White Sox and the Dodgers. Goodyear Ballpark has the Indians and the Reds. All of these parks are just a short drive from Sun City AZ.