Hammond Area Recreation District #1

Hammond Area Recreation District #1 HARD #1, established in the 1990s, serves most of Hammond and the Seventh Ward, bordered by Tangipahoa/Livingston Parish and the Tangipahoa River.

Our mission: top-notch recreation and a welcoming family environment.

09/03/2026

The countdown is on! Flag football season is almost here!

Get ready for big plays, fast runs, teamwork, and plenty of fun on the field. Whether you're a returning athlete or joining the game for the first time, we can't wait to see everyone back in action!

Who’s ready to grab their flags and hit the field? 👀🏈

09/02/2026

Girls ages 7–12, don’t miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate the opening of registration for our new girls basketball league with the WNBA Jr. Pelicans League!🏀

Join us on October 10 from 10:00 AM–11:45 AM at the Chappapeela Sports Park Gym for a FREE basketball clinic featuring drills and skills.

Plus, special guest appearances by Pierre the Pelican and PelSquad!📣

Only 75 spots are available, so register now!
🔗 to register in the comments!

09/01/2026

IT’S ALMOST TIME TO HIT THE COURT!

Boys and girls basketball registration for Chappapeela Sports Park and Zemurray Park opens October 1!

Get ready for another exciting season filled with competition, teamwork, and plenty of basketball. And this year, Chappapeela is excited to introduce girls teams to the lineup!

Mark your calendars, grab your teammates, and get ready to register!

Registration opens October 1. We’ll see you on the court! 🏀

08/31/2026

Something NEW is coming to Chappapeela! 🏀✨

We’re excited to announce that Girls Basketball is officially coming to Chappapeela Sports Park! Get ready to hit the court, build your skills, and be part of the inaugural season!

📅 Registration opens October 1!

Stay tuned for more details—you won’t want to miss this! 🏀

The work behind a great sports park doesn't stop when the game does.We're looking for a part-time Janitor to join the Ch...
08/31/2026

The work behind a great sports park doesn't stop when the game does.

We're looking for a part-time Janitor to join the Chappapeela Sports Park team and help keep our facilities ready for practices, games, events, and everything in between.

This position is a good fit for someone who:
• Takes direction well
• Is comfortable working non-traditional hours
• Can work outdoors in different conditions
• Doesn't mind hands-on work
• Can lift or pull 40+ pounds
• Takes pride in keeping shared spaces clean and safe
• Can interact with patrons in a friendly, professional way

If you're dependable, flexible, and ready to be part of the team behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply for the Janitor position at Chappapeela Sports Park: https://www.playhard1.com/career/chappapeela-sports-park-janitor

The CSP Fall Volleyball 2026 season is coming soon, giving young athletes the opportunity to learn the game, build skill...
08/30/2026

The CSP Fall Volleyball 2026 season is coming soon, giving young athletes the opportunity to learn the game, build skills, and grow their confidence on the court.

Whether your child is new to volleyball or ready to continue developing their abilities, this program is a great way to stay active while learning teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of the fall season! Register here:
https://hammondarearecreation.teamsnap.site/

08/29/2026

Volleyball registration is OPEN! 🏐

Get your young athlete ready to hit the court this fall! Volleyball is open to ages 5–14 and is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals, build skills, and have fun with teammates.

📅 Season: October 13 – December 15
🗓️ Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30–8:30 PM
⏳ Registration: June 1 – September 11

Don’t miss out—register today and get ready for a great season! 🏐

We’re so thankful for YOU! 💙 As a thank-you for being part of our community, enjoy this special coupon to Academy Sports...
08/28/2026

We’re so thankful for YOU! 💙 As a thank-you for being part of our community, enjoy this special coupon to Academy Sports + Outdoors. We appreciate your continued support and can’t wait to keep growing together!

08/28/2026

Something is coming… 👀
And registration is opening SOON. Stay tuned—you won’t want to miss this!😉

Strong communities are built by those who choose to support them.We’re grateful for the continued support of Buddies Bar...
08/28/2026

Strong communities are built by those who choose to support them.

We’re grateful for the continued support of Buddies Bar and Grill and Tommy’s on Thomas as proud sponsors of H.A.R.D. #1.

Local businesses like these help make it possible for us to continue providing quality recreation programs, events, and opportunities for families throughout our community.

Thank you for investing in our athletes, our programs, and the future of H.A.R.D. #1!

Address

19325 Hipark Boulevard
Hammond, LA
70403

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19855436767

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