Former NFL QB Joe Theisman Helps to Revive Baseball Talks in Loudoun County

Fresh attempts to bring minor league baseball to Loudoun appear to be gathering momentum. A new group, which includes former Redskins quarterback Joe Theisman is lending its support to the plans, which could finally see a stadium built in the county.  Read more here.  Are we still talking about an Atlantic League (Independent Professional) franchise?  It’s not clear.

One Loudoun, VIP Entertainment Finally Settle Lawsuit

The long-running legal battle between developers of the One Loudoun complex and VIP Entertainment, the group once promising to bring professional baseball and soccer to Ashburn, was reportedly settled Tuesday in Loudoun County Circuit Court.  Read more here.

Loudoun Hounds, One Loudoun Close to Settlement

The years-long legal battle over the construction of the Loudoun Hounds stadium in Ashburn may be coming to a close.  That’s what attorneys for the Virginia Investment Partnership and the One Loudoun developers told a circuit court judge on Friday.  Read more here.

VIP, Farren Trying to Delay Trial?

A Loudoun Circuit Court judge said he would not permit further delays in the trial over a soured stadium deal between One Loudoun Holdings LLC and Virginia Investment Partnership LLC’s (VIP) led by Bob Farren, unless VIP’s attorney provides a “detailed letter” from Farren’s doctor explaining why cannot participate.  Farren is reportedly undergoing cancer treatment, but One Loudoun’s attorneys have accused him of intentionally delaying the trail while he seeks an alternative location for the stadium.  Read more here.

Loudoun Baseball Trial Delayed

The legal saga that has stalled Loudoun’s pursuit of professional baseball will drag on a few more months after a judge on Friday granted a nearly five-month continuance because of the ailing health of Virginia Investment Partnership LLC’s (VIP) Bob McFarren. In addition, judicial order essentially scrapped VIP’s $30 million counterclaim.  Read more here.

Court Documents Shed Light on One Loudoun vs. VIP

Court documents in the case pending between the developer of Ashburn’s One Loudoun and Virginia Investment Partnership LLC (VIP) offer juicy details of the legal battle that has put the brakes on construction of a new baseball stadium for the expansion Loudoun Hounds (Indy Pro, Atlantic League).  A trial on the matter has been set for October.  Read more here.

Hounds Miss Hearing

Virginia Investment Partnership LLC (VIP), the group hat had been working to bring an indy pro Atlantic League franchise to One Loudoun, failed to show up for a hearing in a lawsuit filed by One Loudoun Holding LLC’s against VIP.  It wasn’t the most significant hearing, but it is worth noting and bringing you up to speed on the Loudoun Hounds.  Read more here.

One Issue Left Standing in VIP Counterclaim

Of the half dozen reasons Virginia Investment Partnership LLC (VIP) argues that it sustained as much as $30 million in damages because of the actions of One Loudoun Holdings LLC, a judge last week allowed just one issue to move forward.  The One Loudoun development was slated to be the location for a new ballpark for the expansion indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League).  Read more here.

No Sounds from the Loudoun Hounds

The proposed indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League) are apparently down for the count, as their offices have reportedly been closed and lawsuits have been filed.  Read more here.  Thanks to John Cerone for the link.

Loudoun Hounds Seek Bonds to Help Finance Stadium

VIP Sports and Entertainment, the company hoping to bring professional baseball and soccer to Loudoun County (VA), wrote to the Economic Development Authority last week asking for a resolution for $55 million in taxable bonds to finance a stadium.  Read more here.  View VIP press release here.

Interim Chairman and CEO: No Baseball in 2014 for Hounds

PRESS RELEASE – The Loudoun Hounds announce that due to stadium delays and changes in senior management the Hounds will not be playing baseball in 2014.

Atlantic League Looking to Expand by Two in 2015

Frank Boulton, CEO of the indy pro Atlantic League, expects to add at least two teams to the circuit in 2015, including one in Texas and another in Virginia (assuming the Loudoun Hounds ballpark doesn’t open in 2014, or the Virginia Beach project comes together).  Read more here.

‘Curve Balls’ to Delay Opening of New Loudoun Ballpark

While the earth is churning in Loudoun County (VA) where a new ballpark will house the indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League), team CEO Bob Farren said they have experienced some “curve balls” that will push the facility’s opening to a date beyond Opening Day 2014.  Read more here.  The team may play at a temporary location until the stadium in finished.  Read more here.

Loudoun Hounds Break Ground, Stadium to be Named ‘Edelman Financial Field’

VIP Sports & Entertainment broke ground today on a new stadium for the developing indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League).  The ballpark naming rights partner was also announced.

Loudoun Ballpark Groundbreaking Set for June 4

PRESS RELEASE – That day we’ve all been waiting for is nearly upon us. VIP Sports & Entertainment is about to break ground on the home of the Hounds.

Loudoun County Approves Ballpark Plan

PRESS RELEASE – Following this evening’s vote by the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, professional baseball and soccer will come to Loudoun County, Virginia, in 2014. The Board voted unanimously to approve the request to build the privately financed facility in Ashburn within the One Loudoun development at the interchange of Route 7 and Loudoun County

Loudoun County Ballpark Proposal Scheduled for Vote

A plan to build a new 5,500-seat ballpark at One Loudoun for the expansion indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League) is scheduled to be voted on by the Loudoun County (VA) Board of Supervisors on April 3.  Read more here.

Planning Commission Approves Hounds Ballpark Proposal, Board of Supervisors Up Next

The Loudoun County (VA) Planning Commission has voted to approve plans to build a new baseball stadium at Ashburn’s One Loudoun for the expansion indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League).   The proposal now heads to the Board of Supervisors for final action.  Read more here.

Loudoun Ballpark Supporters, Opponents Sound Off

It was a packed house Tuesday night during a meeting before the Loudoun County (VA) Planning Commission, as supporters and opponents of the proposed new ballpark at One Loudoun for the indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League) and a pro soccer team had their say.  Read more here.

Proposed Loudoun Ballpark Faces Public Hearing Today

The plan to build a new stadium at One Loudoun for the indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League) with face both supporters and opponents during a public hearing scheduled today before the Loudoun Planning Commission today.  Read more here.

The Loudoun Ballpark Debate

There is not a lot new here, but Tom Jackman who writes the State of NoVa blog appearing in The Washington Post takes a look at the debate over the proposed new ballpark at One Loudoun in Loudoun County (VA) for an expansion indy pro Atlantic League franchise.  If you haven’t been paying close attention, Jackman’s article is worth a read to catch you up. From our perspective, the debate is being overblown

Loudoun One Ballpark Opponents Launch Website

Opponents of the new ballpark planned at One Loudoun for the indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League) have launched a website at www.nostadiumon7.org.  Noise, traffic, safety and process are all cited as concerns by the group.  Read more here.

Loudoun Hounds’ New Ballpark to be Built at One Loudoun

PRESS RELEASE – One Loudoun Holdings, LLC, a joint venture of Miller & Smith and North America Sekisui House, LLC (NASH) announces today plans to make One Loudoun the new home for the Loudoun Hounds, a professional baseball club located in Ashburn, Virginia. Development plans include the construction of a new ballpark with capacity for up to 10,000 fans including 5,500 fixed seats.

Letter to Fans: Loudoun Ballpark Delayed

STATEMENT – The baseball season is in full swing and there is tremendous excitement in the D.C. area as the Nationals and Orioles are at or near the top of their divisions and they just had a great inter-league series this past weekend.

Howard Joins Hounds Family

PRESS RELEASE – The Loudoun Hounds Professional Baseball Club is proud to announce that Frank “Hondo” Howard, a legend in D.C.’s sports history and a dedicated baseball player, coach and advisor, has joined the Hounds as a Corporate Advisor and Ambassador.  Mr. Howard’s duties will include public and media appearances on behalf of the Hounds, as well as offering his accumulated

Atlantic League Meetings: Skeeters and Hounds

According to a report in the York (PA) Daily Record last week, the Atlantic League board of directors approved the Sugar Land (TX) Skeeters to begin play in the indy pro circuit starting in 2012, but the Loudoun (VA) Hounds were put off for another season because of ballpark financing challenges.  Not conceding defeat for 2012, Hounds president and CEO

Hounds’ Mascot Contest is Elementary

PRESS RELEASE – The Hounds’ lovable mascot will be unleashed at Hounds FanFest on February 13 – but first he needs a name, and nobody can name a dog better than a kid.  Using the attached flyer, Loudoun’s elementary school students can name and color their Hometown Hound! 

Loudoun Hounds: Inaugural FanFest 2011

PRESS RELEASE – There are a few things you must know about our inaugural FanFest. First, it’s on Sunday afternoon, February 13, at Stone Bridge High School in Ashburn. Second, it’s got Hall of Famers, Little Leaguers, live music, demonstrations and exhibitions, fun and games for young Hounds, free samples, giveaways, caricatures, face painting, a dramatic unveiling of the Hounds

Hounds FanFest Set for February

PRESS RELEASE – Your plans for next Valentine’s Eve are set. On Sunday, February 13, you and your loved ones will be at Stone Bridge High School in Ashburn, having a ball at the Inaugural Loudoun Hounds FanFest. 

More on Loudoun County Project

The Atlantic League’s newest franchise, the Loudoun Hounds, were introduced to fans in Northern Virginia last week.  The focus now turns to building a 5,500-seat ballpark at Kincora Village Center at routes 7 and 28.  Owner Bob Ferren has indicated that construction on the new stadium is expected to begin next month.  The Hounds will play their inaugural home opener in May 2012.  Read more here.

All About the ‘Hound Pound’ (Ballpark)

PRESS RELEASE – Through the dogged efforts of the Loudoun Hounds’ CEO Bob Farren along with the support of Loudoun’s business and political leadership, not only are you going to have high-level professional baseball in your backyard – you’re going to watch your new heroes in the friendly confines of the most innovative, unique and fan-focused ballpark anywhere.

It’s the ‘Loudoun Hounds’

PRESS RELEASE – After months of public intrigue and rampant speculation, VIP Baseball dramatically unveiled the name, colors, logos and uniforms of Loudoun County’s forthcoming professional baseball franchise at a well-attended media event Tuesday evening in Dulles.