Round Rock’s Memorial Park reopened July 20, unveiling the recently renamed Big Boy Hester Family Field. Both are a part of the greater Heritage Trail West project, which is expected to wrap up later this year, according to city officials.
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The city of Round Rock approved a resolution in April to rename the “Bluffs” baseball field in Memorial Park after Gail “Big Boy” Hester. City Council acknowledged his contributions to the city, including helping bring in the Dell Diamond and the Round Rock Express.
Hester also owns Hester’s Automotive, which he opened in 1960. He has a hand in fundraising for local charities through his annual fishing trip and Christmas party, collectively raising over $300,000 for the community.
