For nearly 30 years, Logistics Plus has proudly called Erie its home. Through the philanthropic efforts of the Berlin family and the Success Through Sports Foundation, that commitment continues to extend beyond business and onto the playing fields.
The Success Through Sports Foundation, based at the Erie Sports Center (ESC), is experiencing record growth and impact across its programs, expanding access to athletics, training, and academic opportunities for youth throughout the region.
Record Growth and Community Impact
According to ESC leadership, every program saw record participation last year, making it the most successful year in the organization’s history. The facility is now operating at full capacity across multiple disciplines:
- Nearly 70 children are participating in sports at no cost
- Hundreds of youths engaged in free summer clinics
- Ongoing support for Erie School District sports programs with training space and facility access
- A growing academy program with close to 100 students representing 16 countries
The ESC dome is fully booked through early May, with regional leagues and tournaments utilizing the facility year-round. In addition, partnerships with collegiate and national organizations continue to elevate Erie’s profile as a regional sports destination.
Transformational Growth Ahead
The next phase of development is expected to be transformational.
Plans are underway to turf all outdoor fields and add lighting, creating 9 multipurpose baseball and softball fields while maintaining 9 soccer, lacrosse, and football fields. Two of the largest baseball organizations in the country are currently bidding to designate ESC as a regional super center, which would bring approximately 30 tournament weekends to the facility annually.
Recent capital improvements already include a $70,000 investment in upgraded baseball field backstops and dugouts.
These developments not only enhance Erie’s sports infrastructure but also generate significant economic impact through tournaments, showcases, and visiting teams.
A Commitment Beyond the Game
At its core, the Success Through Sports Foundation exists to remove financial barriers and ensure that all children — regardless of economic circumstances — have access to athletics, mentorship, and opportunity.
With continued support from Jim Berlin and his foundation, Logistics Plus has helped expand that access.
“Erie has given so much to Logistics Plus over the past 30 years,” said Jim Berlin, Founder and CEO of Logistics Plus. “Supporting initiatives that give local kids opportunity, whether in the classroom, on the field, or in life, is something we believe in deeply. Success Through Sports is making a real difference.”
As ESC continues to grow into a regional hub for youth development and competitive athletics, the impact extends well beyond wins and losses. It strengthens families, supports schools, drives economic activity, and creates pathways for young people to build confidence, discipline, and leadership skills. Just this week, ESC was named among the top 3 All-Star Multisport Complexes in America.
“The next 12 months will be game-changing with the confirmation to finally turf all the fields and add lights,” said Troy Bingham, Owner of ESC. “We have invested in the baseball field at the front with new backstop fences and dugouts as well.”
For Logistics Plus, it’s another example of being Built For What’s Next — not only in global logistics, but right here at home in Erie.