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What's Coming
Spring Egg Hunt
Days: Friday April 4, 2026
Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Cost: FREE
*Please check out this flyer here for the details.
Basketball League COED
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 5pm - 7pm
*Exact Practice Times TBD
Ages: 5-16
Cost: FREE
*Season Begins 12/16
Arts and Crafts - Krafty Krafts
Days: Thursdays
Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 5-13
Cost: FREE
Cooking - Baking Basics
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 6-13
Cost: $5
Cooking Class
Days: Wednesday
Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ages: 7-13
Cost: $5
Homework Club
Days: Mondays & Wednesday
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Cost: Free
Activity Code: 120090
Soccer League - Youth
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
*Seasons Begins 3/17/26
Days:
- Mondays and Wednesdays: Peewee, 10U, 12U
- Tuesdays and Thursdays: 14U, 16U
Volleyball League - Youth
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
*Seasons Begins 3/17/26
Days:
- Mondays and Wednesdays: 12U
- Tuesdays and Thursdays: 14U, 16U
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History of the Center
The area now known as Willie Henderson Sports Complex was originally called the Southeast Athletic Field. Willie Henderson lived in the area and was responsible for building ballfields for youth. In 1986, the site was named after him for his commitment to youth sports.
Directions and Bus Route
From Interstate 805, take the 43rd Street exit. Turn right, proceed to Boston Avenue and turn right. Proceed to 45th Street and turn left. 45th Street becomes a one-way street where Willie Henderson Sports Complex is located (on the right).
The Sports Complex is accessible by bus via SDMTS Routes 11 and 955.
Recreation Centers
Willie Henderson Sports Complex
1035 South 45th St.
San Diego, CA 92113
619-527-3407
Recreation Center Hours
Please call center for hours of operation.
| Mon | Noon - 8 p.m. |
| Tues | Noon - 8 p.m. |
| Wed | Noon - 10 p.m. |
| Thurs | Noon - 10 p.m. |
| Fri | Noon - 8 p.m. |
| Sat | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| Sun | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
*Times are subject to change
The center is closed on City Holidays.
Facilities
Four ball fields (one baseball field, two softball fields and one youth ball field), three multi purpose fields for soccer and football, two outdoor multi purpose courts for basketball and volleyball, two tot lots, picnic areas and a field house offering two meeting rooms, a kitchen and restrooms.
Willie Henderson Sports Complex Community Recreation Group
Meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month.
Willie Henderson Sports Complex Community Recreation Group Agendas, Minutes, and Postings
Willie Henderson Sports Complex Community Recreation Group Recruitment
See our Community Recreation Group Recruitment flyer for more details.
Community Partners
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