Photo Credit: Summerville Mayor Rickey Hughes

For the first time in its history, Mitchell Field at Summerville Parks and Recreation is now hosting games under the lights.

Summerville Parks and Recreation announced this past weekend that new Musco Sports Lighting has officially been installed and operational during the Battle at the Big Horn 2026 Tournament.

Parks officials noted that Friday night marked the first time Mitchell Field had ever been illuminated for a ballgame, calling it a major milestone for local athletics and recreation.

The lighting project is part of a larger investment approved by the Summerville City Council to modernize ballfield facilities throughout the city. Council members approved a $735,000 contract with Musco Sports Lighting to replace aging lighting systems at multiple recreation fields, including Mitchell Field, Morgan Field, Dunson Field, and Fairway Field. The project was funded through a combination of financing and SPLOST funds.

According to city officials, the Musco system features energy-efficient LED lighting, advanced scheduling controls, reduced glare, and a 25-year warranty covering parts and labor. Recreation Director Adam Wilson previously described the project as a turnkey upgrade expected to reduce maintenance costs while improving the experience for players and spectators.

Musco Sports Lighting is recognized nationally as a leading provider of sports venue lighting systems and has completed projects ranging from local recreation complexes to major athletic facilities across the country. The company specializes in LED lighting technology designed to improve visibility while reducing energy consumption.

Parks officials say Fairway Ballfield is expected to be the next facility to receive the upgraded lighting system.