On Nov 10, 2009 at 9:30am, the Tampa Police Athletic League (PAL), located at 1924 W. Diana St., Tampa will re-dedicate the newly modernized athletic fields to it’s original founder, Mr. Larry Siegel. Mr. Siegel founded PAL in 1956 and continues to be an active member of its’ Board of Directors. Mr. Siegel and the current PAL administration believe when children are actively involved in organized sports, their chance of committing juvenile crime is greatly reduced.

The Police Athletic League of Tampa has been providing affordable after school care, summer camps, and athletic programs to the youth of the Tampa Bay community for 53 years. PAL is proud to announce the completion of a 3-year project that includes new athletic fields and a modern, 2-story concession stand. These enhancements to the athletic complex will enable PAL to increase its’ capacity so more Tampa Bay youth can participate in affordable, organized, and supervised sports programs. PAL also plans to offer the use of the fields to other youth organizations due to playing field shortages in the City of Tampa.

This dream became reality through determination and support from many sources. PAL thanks the City of Tampa Police Department, City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department, Housing and Community Development, FEMA, and Legacy Construction Services.

Attendees to this dedication include Chief Jane Castor and Staff , Tampa Police Dept., Mr. Charlie Miranda, Tampa City Councilman, Mr. Mark Ober, Hillsborough County State Attorney, Stuart Campbell, Planning Supervisor, as well as many other supporters of the Police Athletic League.