Cordova Recreation and Park District Board of Directors, staff, Lowery family members and community members celebrate the dedication of Lowery Field. Photo courtesy of Cordova Recreation and Park District

RANCHO CORDOVA, CA (MPG) - On Aug. 9, the Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) celebrated the official dedication of Lowery Field at Ahlstrom Park in honor of Franklin C. Lowery, a cherished community member and longtime Rancho Cordova Little League supporter.

Lowery's commitment to youth baseball in Rancho Cordova began in the 1950s and continued for more than four decades, lasting until around 1993.

Throughout those years, Lowery served in numerous roles, including equipment manager, field maintenance supervisor and member of the Board of Directors. His dedication left a lasting impact on generations of local athletes and families.

This Little League team features a young Franklin C. Lowery. Photo courtesy of Cordova Recreation and Park District

 

Although the field was unofficially named “Lowery Field” in 1987 during Rancho Cordova Little League’s Opening Day, the name has lived on in community memory for decades.

This year’s official dedication ceremony marked a long-awaited recognition of Lowery’s legacy, complete with a ribbon cutting, speeches and a community photo opportunity.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring his legacy and impact on youth baseball in our community. A special thank you to the Lowery family and to representatives from Senator Niello and Representative Hoover’s offices for attending and helping make the day even more memorable.

For more information, visit cordovarpd.gov.