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Amarillo's Two Venues Launch Sod Poodles, War Birds Sports Era

Hodgetown and the Civic Center Cal Farley Coliseum provide the infrastructure for recent wins by the Amarillo Sod Poodles and the upcoming return of arena football with the Amarillo War Birds.

By Amarillo Sport Desk · Published July 19, 2026

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The Amarillo Sod Poodles extended their winning streak to six games with a 6-1 victory over the Midland RockHounds on Friday at Hodgetown. This result at the downtown ballpark followed another Friday night contest where the same club defeated the Arkansas Travelers 8-3 in front of a sold-out crowd during the team's Christmas In July game.

Hodgetown as Baseball Hub

Hodgetown serves as the primary facility for the Amarillo Sod Poodles, hosting consecutive home games that drew strong attendance. The venue's role in professional minor league baseball allows the club to maintain consistent scheduling and fan engagement in the city. Local residents recognize the ballpark as the central site for these matchups against visiting teams from across the league.

Civic Center Cal Farley Coliseum for Arena Football

The Amarillo War Birds are returning to arena football for their first home game of the season this Friday at 6:30 p.m. against the Sioux City Bandits at the Civic Center Cal Farley Coliseum. This multi-purpose arena provides the indoor infrastructure needed for the sport's return after nearly two years, supporting the team's home schedule within the National Arena League.

High School and Tournament Infrastructure

The Randall Raiders and Amarillo High Sandies are set to compete in the state baseball tournament starting Thursday at the Alamodome in San Antonio, relying on local training facilities ahead of the event. Meanwhile, the Amarillo Football Chapter of TASO faces a significant shortage of referees as the upcoming high school football season approaches, underscoring the need for adequate officiating resources at fields across the area.

These venues and organizations illustrate how existing facilities sustain both professional and scholastic competition. The Civic Center Cal Farley Coliseum and Hodgetown continue to host scheduled contests, while the TASO chapter works to address referee availability before fall games begin. Fans can check team sites or league schedules for updated information on upcoming dates at these locations.