Martin E. Ragain Field

Planning a visit to Martin E. Ragain Field? Below you will find stadium details, history, sporting events and upcoming events. Visit the City of Colorado Springs Coleman Community Park page →

Venue Overview

Martin E. Ragain Field is a City of Colorado Springs stadium of about 5,000 seats on Barnes Road in northeast Colorado Springs. Built for soccer, it was the home of Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC from 2015 through 2020 and hosts high school football under the lights and a winter trail race along Sand Creek. It sits beside UCHealth Park and the site of the planned Norman “Bulldog” Coleman Community Park.

About Martin E. Ragain Field

• Owned by the City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department.
• Soccer-specific stadium with about 5,000 seats.
• Natural grass pitch.
• Stadium lights for night games.
• Elevation of about 6,600 feet.
• Next to UCHealth Park, home of the Rocky Mountain Vibes.
• Accessible parking in the lot west of the stadium, with 13 ADA spaces.

History

The stadium opened as Sand Creek Stadium. When Colorado Springs was awarded a USL Pro franchise in December 2013, the city approved a ten-year lease in June 2014, and crews broke ground on a renovation on July 23, 2014. The Switchbacks debuted there in 2015. In March 2016 the city approved the name Switchbacks Stadium, partly to avoid confusion with nearby Sand Creek High School, and in February 2017 Weidner Apartment Homes bought the naming rights and the stadium became Weidner Field. Through the 2020 season it had the highest elevation of any primary home stadium in the American professional soccer pyramid. The club moved to a new downtown stadium in 2021, and the Weidner Field name moved with it. On June 24, 2022, the city renamed the Barnes Road stadium Martin “Ed” Ragain Field to honor the work and investment of Ed Ragain and his family.

Soccer and Football Stadium in Northeast Colorado Springs

Martin E. Ragain Field pairs fixed seating with a full-size grass pitch and lights, and it hosted professional soccer for six seasons. The 70-acre Coleman Community Park site next door is mostly undeveloped, and the city’s master plan for it calls for synthetic turf sports fields, pickleball courts, a universally accessible playground and a planned segment of the Sand Creek Trail. The city’s plan notes that larger events could use Ragain Field.

Events Held Here

• High school football: Colorado Springs Christian Schools played its 2026 varsity home games at Ragain Field, including Friday night games under the lights, and its middle school championship game was played here.
• Running: the Pikes Peak Road Runners Winter Series Race III, with a 5.02 mile short race and a 10 mile long race, is staged at Sand Creek from this address on February 6, 2027.
• Soccer: the stadium was built for the sport and hosted USL Championship matches through 2020, plus 1995 U.S. Open Cup play.

Upcoming events at this venue are listed below.

Lessons, Coaching & Programs

No lessons are based at the stadium. The City of Colorado Springs Sports Office runs youth soccer for ages 4 to 16 and adult leagues at city fields, and Pikes Peak Road Runners organizes the four race Winter Series with short and long options.

Food, Drink & Amenities

• Stadium seating and lights for evening games.
• Food and drink depend on each sporting event host.

Private Events & Groups

Martin E. Ragain Field is a city facility. Athletic field reservations in Colorado Springs are handled by the city’s Youth and Adult Sports office within Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, and races, walks and larger gatherings on city park land need a city special event permit.

Access

The stadium is on Barnes Road near Tutt Boulevard in northeast Colorado Springs, beside UCHealth Park and Sand Creek. Parking, with 13 ADA spaces, is west of the field.

Contact & Links

For the stadium and surrounding park site, visit the City of Colorado Springs Coleman Community Park page. For field reservations, see the city’s Youth and Adult Sports page.

Questions About Martin E. Ragain Field

Where is Martin E. Ragain Field?

Martin E. Ragain Field is on Barnes Road in northeast Colorado Springs, in the 80922 area, next to UCHealth Park.

What was Martin E. Ragain Field called before?

It opened as Sand Creek Stadium, became Switchbacks Stadium in 2016 and Weidner Field in 2017, and was renamed Martin “Ed” Ragain Field by the city in June 2022.

How many seats does Martin E. Ragain Field have?

The stadium seats about 5,000 spectators.

Do the Switchbacks still play at Martin E. Ragain Field?

No. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC played here from 2015 through 2020 and moved to the downtown Weidner Field in 2021.

What sporting events are held at Martin E. Ragain Field?

Colorado Springs Christian Schools plays home football games here, and the Pikes Peak Road Runners Winter Series Race III is staged from here on February 6, 2027.

Can I reserve Martin E. Ragain Field?

It is a City of Colorado Springs facility, so contact the city’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department and its Youth and Adult Sports office about use and reservations.

How do I list my event?

Listing is free on Colorado Under Par at coloradounderpar.com/submit-event/, and it takes less than five minutes.

Planning Your Event Here

The stadium suits soccer matches, football games and tournament finals that draw a crowd. The city’s Coleman Park master plan describes the stadium lighting as mid-1980s technology, so check it at night before booking an evening sporting event. Winter runs can bring snow, ice and mud, so plan a warm spot for packet pickup. Contact the venue for current pricing and availability.

Hosting an Event at Martin E. Ragain Field? List It on Colorado Under Par

Running a soccer tournament, a high school football game, a winter trail race or a lacrosse match at Martin E. Ragain Field? List your event for free on Colorado Under Par. It takes less than five minutes at coloradounderpar.com/submit-event/.