Webster Community Park, Webster Sox - Webster, MN

Webster Township was established in 1855 and named after Ferris Webster, a local store owner. The township is 35.7 miles in size, and within it is the unincorporated town of Webster. Webster has approximately 40 homes, a post office, a supper club, an elevator, and a few repair shops. Just west of Webster is a gravel road that leads north 1/4 mile to the local park and ball field.  There was no history available for the Webster Sox team or information about the field.


Parking


A large gravel lot is off the main entrance road.  The parking is situated at an adequate distance to eliminate issues with vehicle damage and foul balls.  There were several spaces when I arrived 10 minutes before the game, but overflow parking was needed by the end of the first inning.  There was no indication of the attendance cost until the 5th inning, when a team representative walked the crowd to collect $5.


Spectator options 


There are two small bleachers, one on the first and third baselines. Immediately behind home plate is the concession with a large patio and a second-level observation deck. The setting is the ballfield, situated among open areas and farmland. There is no other structure in the vicinity, except for the park. The sound system is of high quality, and a large digital scoreboard keeps spectators updated.



Concessions (I prefer a hot dog with a root beer) 


The concessions were very low-cost: a $2 hot dog, $1 A&W root beer, and $0.75 for popcorn.  They also provided hamburgers and bratwursts!  The hot dog was obviously from a meat market instead of a grocery store.  The casing was slightly crisp and had a solid flavor palate that I enjoyed.  The popcorn had more salt than any popcorn I have ever consumed.


Summary


Overall, it is obvious that the community supports the team. The field was very well maintained, although there are no lights, so nighttime games are not possible.  I estimate nearly 100 people attended the game. The outfield fence was filled with banners advertising over 45 businesses. I found it odd that the local Ettlin's Ranchero supper club was not one of the supporters. Bring a lawn chair instead of the small bleachers for the best viewing option if you attend.

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