[Pinellas Park, Fla.] October 25, 2025 – Sprowls Horizon Sports Park, Tampa Bay’s newest premier youth sports destination, has announced the appointment of Calixte “CP” Paulemon as the facility’s operations director. Paulemon will work alongside general manager Michael Neilsen to maximize the facility’s versatility and create programming across various sports.
Paulemon brings extensive experience in both the operations and guest services industries. He most recently served as the director of operations at the City of Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center in Atlanta, Ga. Paulemon also worked at the Lakewood Amphitheatre in Atlanta after a decade of experience in the NBA. He was previously the guest services senior manager at the Barclays Center (Brooklyn Nets) from 2015-19 and a guest services manager at American Airlines Arena (Miami Heat) from 2009-15.
“We couldn’t be more excited to add CP to our team at Sprowls Horizon Sports Park,” Neilsen said. “Not only does he bring operations experience, but he cut his teeth in guest services and worked his way up the ladder in a customer-facing role. That speaks to who he is. He’s going to be a great ambassador of our venue and for the city of Pinellas Park.”
Paulemon will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and logistics at the venue, work with tournament directors, create and scheduling programming, and maximize opportunities available throughout the park on the fields and the rink, for both sports and non-sporting events.
“I’m thrilled to step into this role at Sprowls Horizon Sports Park,” Paulemon said. “What drew me here is the opportunity to help build something that goes far beyond the fields – a true community hub where families, athletes, and neighbors can come together. Throughout my career in venue and event operations, I’ve seen how sports can bring people together, teach life lessons, and create moments that last a lifetime. I’m excited to bring that same energy and passion to Pinellas Park – to help grow youth sports, elevate local programming, and make sure every guest who walks through our gates feels proud to call this their home field.”
Sprowls Horizon Sports Park is located at 4015 62nd Ave. N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781. The grand opening of the venue is slated for February 2026.
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About Sprowls Horizon Sports Park
Sprowls Horizon Sports Park is a premier youth sports venue, located in the heart of the Tampa Bay area in Pinellas Park, FL. The park offers a unique experience with six turf diamonds, suitable for baseball or softball, inspired by some of Major League Baseball’s most celebrated spring training parks. Sprowls Horizon Sports Park is a tournament-ready venue, with proximity to the Gulf Beaches, Tampa International, and St Peterburg-Clearwater Airports, and tons of great dining options. The facility also includes a multipurpose field and a ball hockey rink, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Lightning. To learn more about Sprowls Horizon Sports Park, visit horizonsportspark.com. Sprowls Horizon Sports Park is operated by The Sports Facilities Companies, the Nation’s leading resource for the management and development of sports, recreation, wellness, and event facilities. Sprowls Horizon Sports Park is a member of the SF Network, the nation’s largest and fastest-growing network of sports facilities. To learn more, visit www.sportsfacilities.com.