It took more than 13 years, but the second phase of the construction at the College Point Fields has finally been completed. College Point families now have a state-of-the-art sports facility.

The second phase included creating a soccer field, new Little League fields and renovations to the existing baseball fields and roller-skating rink. The facility, which cost $13 million to complete, will be enjoyed by more than 1,300 area children.

Former City Councilman Tony Avella said it was “gratifying to see the park dream come to fruition and I don’t think any other field in Queens can compare to it now.” Tony Cusenza, president of the First Sports Club of College Point, praised Avella...

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