Q - Do I need to reserve a field in advance?
A - Yes, we ask that you reserve a field at least 48 hours ahead of time. You may request a field online.

Q - I'm interested in running a tournament, who do I contact?

A - Interested tournament operators should send an email to Dan@deturf.com with the preferred dates and sporting event they would like to host. A representative will be in contact. 

Q - Can I bring my own food and drinks?
A - Teams may bring large coolers for water or sports drinks. Spectators may bring small shoulder-sized coolers for drinks if necessary. Food can be purchased at our concession stands located throughout the complex. Outside food is not permitted. 

Q - If I forget to pack lunch, where can I buy food?
A - DE Turf has three on-site concession buildings. Please see our Facility Map for locations. As a convenience factor and a way to save time and costs, teams may also order meals prepared and delivered on-site directly from our caterers. More information can be found under the Concessions menu tab on the home page or click the link "Order Team Meals Here". 

For near-by off-site dining options, check out any of our state or local tourism office restaurants listings.

For Delaware's state tourism website go to - VisitDelaware.com. 

To explore local restaurants and attractions, go Kent County's tourism website - VisitDelawareVillages.com. 

Q - What can I bring to the Turf?
A - DE Turf does have a list of prohibited items including alcohol,  bicycles, drones, electronic cigarettes and vaporizers, firearms, fireworks, flags or banners on poles, glass containers, grills, illegal drugs, inline skates, scooters (both manual and automated), skateboards, projectiles, tobacco products, weapons of any kind, whistles and noisemakers of any kind.

Q - Do I need to bring my own sporting equipment or is it provided with the field rental?
A - Sporting equipment is not available on site.

Q - I have limited mobility. Does DE Turf provide transportation to and from fields?
A - If you need assistance due to limited mobility, please contact a DE TURF staff member to provide a ride on a golf cart.

Q - Do the fields have seating or should I bring a chair?
A - DE Turf's Championship Field has permanent seating for 750 spectators. For games scheduled on any of the other fields, bringing a chair is suggested.

Q - Parking Questions?
A - Please visit www.deturf.com/parking for information regarding parking. 

Q - I'm coming into town for a tournament, where can I go locally for a meal or something to do?
A - DE Turf has partnered with both our state and county tourism agencies to provide a wealth of information on things to do, places to go and where to eat while you are here at the facility. You may go to any of the following websites to see what Delaware has to offer:

For Delaware's state tourism website go to - VisitDelaware.com. 

To explore local restaurants and attractions, visit Kent County's tourism website - VisitDelawareVillages.com. 

Q.           What is the DE TURF Sports Complex?

A.            An all synthetic-turf, multi-use sports complex located in Frederica, Delaware developed to drive tourism and economic development in Kent County. The complex features 12 fields, all of which have lights, a championship stadium with bleacher seating, on-site concessions, restrooms and public Wi-Fi. As a regular host of regional and national tournaments, DE TURF has proven to attract tourists to Kent County while providing a first-class venue for local, recreational use including leagues, camps and clinics.

Q.           Is it all about tourism?

A.            While tourism and economic development were the catalyst to develop DE TURF, the team at the facility is just as committed to the quality of life of the regional population. The complex serves as “home” to local sports clubs and teams, hosts community events such as an annual Kickball Tournament and Community Days. In addition, DE TURF works with local non-profits including Special Olympics Delaware and Milford Lions Club as well as local high school teams and Latinx organizations. 

Q.           Is DE Turf privately owned?        

A.            DE TURF is owned and operated by the Kent County Regional Sports Complex Corporation, a Delaware 501c3 non-profit organization governed by a volunteer board of directors. DE TURF is NOT owned by Kent County, but leases the land that the complex was built on for $1 a year for 60 years.

Q.           What is Kent County Levy Court’s current investment in the DE TURF?

A.            Kent County has always been a partner to DE TURF. Kent County Levy Court leased the land that the complex was built on for $1 a year for 60 years. In addition, the Levy Court contributed $10,000 to the Greater Kent Committee towards a feasibility study to predict the complex’s value to the community, which projected DE TURF would generate $18 million a year in economic impact to Kent County businesses from hosting 10 tournaments in its first year of operation. In 2017, DE TURF hosted 20 tournaments. In 2018, the complex hosted 40 tournaments and continues to schedule events from February to December. In 2019, DE TURF tournaments generated an economic impact of $34 million to Delaware.

Q.           Why invest in DE TURF?

A.            DE TURF is a destination for Kent County. It is not a for-profit, privately owned business or a one-time event. It drives out of state license plates into central Delaware from February through December. Some of these participants fly in from across the country and around the world to attend events hosted by DE TURF. An investment in the complex is an investment in Kent County’s businesses, restaurants, hotels and shopping establishments.