Morey offers something for everyone

By: Chelsea Good

The wait is over for residents of Isabella County. The highly anticipated Morey Courts recreation center is open at the Isabella Community Sportsplex.

Morey Courts is a 90,000 square foot multi-purpose recreation center featuring countless sports and fitness facilities.

A grand opening celebration was held on Saturday. “The grand opening was wonderful,” said Jon Studley, director of Morey Courts. “We had more than 300 people come through the facility and it resulted in numerous memberships.”

Those that attended the grand opening enjoyed free access to the entire facility. Food and beverages were served and contests and giveaways were held.

Morey Courts features eight full size basketball/volleyball courts, three racquetball courts and two tennis courts. There is an interactive youth exercise room and sports training by Champion Sports.

A fitness center and a walking/jogging track are among the facilities at Morey Courts. Various fitness classes will be offered for people of all ages. Morey Courts offers a full service deli called Center Court Cafe and packages for birthdays and other parties.

Morey Courts will offer many different community programs. “The Morey Courts Recreation Center will offer after school programs that will utilize leadership development strategies and health education towards youth,” states the facilities website.

The goals of these programs are improving overall fitness levels, decreasing childhood obesity and enhancing self esteem and confidence.

“Children will get exercise while playing video games in the interactive youth exercise room,” said Studley. “They have fun because they don’t realize it’s exercise.”

Drop-in open gym basketball for all ages will be offered every Tuesday night from 9 p.m. until midnight. Drop in volleyball will start on Tuesday nights in November.

Morey Courts offers training camps, leagues and tournaments for many sports. Athletes of all ages can participate in basketball, baseball, volleyball, racquetball and tennis.

The facility offers different membership options for individuals, students, seniors and families. Non-members can also use Morey Court’s facilities for a nominal fee.