Recreation

The Escambia County Recreation Divisions foresees itself as a progressive leader with multi-faceted responsibility in managing natural resources that range from the shores of the Gulf of Mexico to the rolling hills of our northern boundaries.

By seeking to improve the quality of life, image and services in Escambia County, the Recreation Division will be alert to opportunities to acquire, reclaim and preserve park, natural and open space resources and expand its recreational, cultural and educational programs.

Events

  • Attention all soccer players! The adult summer season begins July 21st. As this season begins, we will quickly turn our focus to the fall adult season which will be conducted in October and November. Soccer league teams play an eight game schedule with a single elimination tournament after regular season play. Divisions offered will be Men’s A, Men’s B and Coed/30+. Registration forms can be picked up at the recreation office. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY. The cost for a men’s or coed team is $350 per team ($10 per person for each non-Escambia County resident). Please call the office at (850) 475-5220 for registration information.
  • The County adult softball summer league will conclude in late July. Registration for fall league play will take place as soon as the summer league concludes. Fall league will be conducted in September and October. Please call the recreation office at (850) 475-5220 for registration information. There are limited number of slots for the fall league. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY.
  • I9 Sports is hosting Thursday Nights Under the lights at Ashton Brosnaham Park. The Youth Flag Football League began on July 8th and will play each Thursday for 8 weeks.  I9 Sports is based on the following nine principles: Imaginative, Innovative, Interactive, Integrity-driven, Impassioned, Inspirational, Instructional, Insightful, and Inclusive.  I9 Sports allows kids to learn the techniques of football in a fun environment where everyone is a winner.  The program is open to both girls and boys ages four to fourteen.  For more information or to sign your child up for the next fall league, call David Launstein at 748-1568.