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Disney Sports/ESPN Wide World of Sports Review

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R
3 years ago

Had an Amateur Athletic Union track meet here at t...

Had an Amateur Athletic Union track meet here at the New Balance Track Complex here at disney, and it was amazing. The staff treat you like royalty, and when you think about it, it is just amazing to compete at Disney. I got an athlete card for competing here and went to see all the AAU basketball games in the HP Fieldhouse and the other gym. The gym is huge. Food is a little pricey but I got to watch the games and could sit wherever I wanted. I sat close to the court. The court is like a small college basketball arena. As for the baseball stadium I took a tour for free, sat in the seats and it was beautiful. I ran a 23.39 on the 200 meter and a 11.49 on the 100 meter. It was great. They also gave me Gatorade for free and the Disney grill is awesome.

J
3 years ago

Came for Invictus Games opening ceremonies. Every...

Came for Invictus Games opening ceremonies. Everything was excellent once show got started. Tickets had start time 6:00, actual start time 8:00 p.m., took over an hour just to get in due to long lines and security checks. Should have opened gates way earlier. Long lines for concessions. One star is missing because of these reasons. The other star is missing because we were literally held hostage in our parking lot on the way out. No cars moved for 45 minutes and then took another 15 minutes just to get out to Victory Way with poor traffic directing by staff. I GIVE A BIG FAT F FOR THIS. The 3 stars are for the ceremonies, dignitaries who attended, the performers, and the wonderful athletes. Disney needs to do better with parking though. It was disgraceful.

I
3 years ago

Excellent complex, it's Disney what would you expe...

Excellent complex, it's Disney what would you expect. My experience was for the Disney soccer cup and exactly what a tournament should be. Up to 20 fields that are kept in good playing condition to host all age groups. Facilities are complete with restrooms which are kept clean at all times. The only downside to this is the same with anything disney related where you have to drop a car payment just to get something to eat. My advice is you are going for a tournament bring food and drinks. Besides the overpriced food the complex will make for great lasting memories for any event you have the opportunity to be part of there, participants and spectators alike.

D
3 years ago

What a great place to go for a visit and just enjo...

What a great place to go for a visit and just enjoy yourself. So many things to do out there. So many fields. The pro bowl was awesome. They had the mascots and cheerleaders there performing. I really enjoyed myself.

J
3 years ago

What a beautiful place and space! Went for the Ame...

What a beautiful place and space! Went for the American Idol auditions round 2 for my daughter, let's just say the staff here is beyond on top of things! Beautiful building and grounds and ambience!

L
3 years ago

The facility is very nice , but not handicap frien...

The facility is very nice , but not handicap friendly at all. You can rent a wheelchair in the ESPN Clubhouse Shop at guest services, but getting around in it is a task in itself. The complex is constructed on a hill and the upper tier is where the parking lots are, and also the merchandise shops and the large arenas. Down the hill are the baseball diamonds, soccer fields, track and field area and tennis complex. If you are headed for the open fields, be advised that you may have to use the wheelchair ramp, which is a winding ramp at the side of the large staircase connecting the upper and lower tiers. The ramp is ok going down the hill. But do remember that what goes down the hill will eventually have to go back up the hill to get out of the complex and back to your car. Make sure you have a strong companion willing to push your wheelchair up a hefty hill.

I will mention that I know the HP Field House has an elevator. The lower level is where the sports fields are and the upper level is where the shops and parking lots are. To gain entrance to this building you will have to purchase a ticket for the event being held there. No ticket, no access. No access no elevator. And up the ramp you go! (These facts I know from personal experience). There are elevators in other buildings as well, although I don't know if they are and under what circumstances would be accessible to the public.

SHAME, SHAME, SHAME on Walt Disney World and ESPN Wide World of Sports for the misfortune of being so handicap inaccessible in an international sports facility that so many senior citizens would love to visit and watch a grandchild compete, or an injured athlete on crutches come to support their teammates. Well WDW and ESPN get the picture. At least I hope they do.

If you have difficulty walking your way around this complex, just stay home. Believe me, frustration runs rampant and everyone who you think could be of some help won't be.

R
3 years ago

From a sports complex standpoint this place is ama...

From a sports complex standpoint this place is amazing, this was a great location for the Pro Bowl. So much for fans to do and great chance to interact with the fans. Just wish they had more dinning options.

A
3 years ago

Good

A
3 years ago

Amazing i was here for the pro bowl

Amazing i was here for the pro bowl
Everyone super nice there was cheerleaders that were amazingly nice and loving i recommend going next year

J
3 years ago

Had to pick up our comp shirt then visit the theme...

Had to pick up our comp shirt then visit the themed merchandise for Run Disney. The selection is incredible, and people were pulling it down as fast as it went up on the walls. Happy and proud Run Disney was my first event- can hardly wait dor the Star Wars Run soon!

S
3 years ago

Fun

k
3 years ago

Great

Disney Sports/ESPN Wide World of Sports

Disney Sports/ESPN Wide World of Sports

4.4