**’Embraces the Game’: Historic Bond Hill Baseball Field Receives Major Upgrade with Reds’ Support**

Cincinnati’s Bond Hill neighborhood is celebrating the revitalization of its historic baseball field, thanks to a significant upgrade supported by the Cincinnati Reds and a coalition of community partners. The renovation, part of the Reds Community Fund’s annual Community Makeover initiative, has transformed the field into a modern, accessible space that honors the area’s rich baseball heritage.

The upgraded Bond Hill Park now features a synthetic infield, new dugouts, a community walking path, a shade structure, and an updated community garden. These enhancements aim to provide a safe and inviting environment for youth baseball and community gatherings. The project was a collaborative effort involving the Reds Community Fund, P&G, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, and over 400 volunteers who dedicated their time to the makeover. citeturn0search7

The Reds Community Fund, established in 2001, focuses on improving the lives of youth in the Greater Cincinnati area through baseball and softball. To date, the fund has renovated over 400 baseball diamonds at 200 locations throughout the region, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to community development. citeturn0search22

The Bond Hill field’s renovation is part of a broader effort to preserve and enhance historic baseball sites in the area. For instance, pieces of the historic Crosley Field, once home to the Cincinnati Reds, have been preserved in a local homeless shelter, serving as a testament to the city’s deep-rooted baseball culture. citeturn0search9

The revitalized Bond Hill field not only provides a modern venue for local baseball games but also serves as a community hub, fostering engagement and pride among residents. As the field welcomes a new generation of players, it stands as a symbol of the enduring spirit of baseball in Cincinnati.