Mayor Mitch Roth signed Bill 103, which designates the ballfield within the Dr. Francis F.C. Wong Stadium in the Hoʻolulu Complex as the James “Jimmy” Correa Ballfield.

The bill, co-introduced by Council Members Ashley Kierkiewicz and Sue Lee Loy, pays homage to Correa’s many contributions to the sport of baseball and the lives he touched.

The initiative to recognize Correa gained momentum months ago, driven by a committee comprised of prominent sports figures and community leaders. Efforts to honor him culminated in a petition bearing over 1,000 signatures, a testament to the widespread reverence for his impactful legacy.

Bill 103 will go into effect on June 15, 2024, coinciding with what would have been Correa’s 105th birthday.

In a press release Mayor Roth said, “Jimmy has cultivated a generation of individuals on Hawaiʻi Island, gaining recognition across the United States and worldwide for their contributions to baseball. This legacy began with trailblazers like Jimmy, who played a pivotal role in elevating Hawaiʻi’s presence on the global stage. It’s an honor to memorialize him and his legacy.”

Photo credit: Office of Mayor Mitch Roth