BANGOR — First National Bank has committed $50,000 to support the development of the Quirk Sportsplex, a new indoor and outdoor athletic complex designed to expand year-round recreation opportunities across the greater Bangor region.
The project, led by River City Athletics, will feature an indoor athletic dome and outdoor fields capable of hosting a wide range of youth sports, tournaments and community programming. The facility is designed to help meet growing demand for accessible, modern athletic space throughout all seasons.
“Projects like the Quirk Sportsplex create meaningful opportunities for youth and families to stay active and connected,” Tony McKim, president and CEO of First National Bank, said. “We’re proud to support River City Athletics and to help bring this vision to life for our community.”
As part of the project’s second phase, First National Bank will also hold naming rights to the synthetic turf field.
River City Athletics, a nonprofit organization focused on providing athletic training, leagues, and recreational opportunities, is leading the development. The Quirk Sportsplex is expected to play a key role in expanding access to sports and recreation while also supporting regional events and community engagement.
“Community partnerships are essential to making projects like this possible,” MJ Ball, executive director of River City Athletics, said. “We appreciate First National Bank’s early support and their continued involvement as the project moves forward.”
For more information about the Quirk Sportsplex, visit http://rivercitymaine.com.
First National Bank, a subsidiary of The First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FNLC), is an independent community bank with 18 offices across Lincoln, Knox, Waldo, Hancock, Washington and Penobscot counties. For more information, visit www.thefirst.com or call 1-800-564-3195.
