July 10, 2009

Construction is underway on the artificial turf at the Bishop Carroll Catholic High School Family Stadium.

The improvements came to light late in May when Andover-based ATG sports approached the BCCHS Administration with “a very fair bid on a great product,” according to Alan Schuckman.

After receiving permission from the Bishop and pastors, superintendent, School Council and Building Committee, gifts were solicited and $665,000 was raised by June 30. Removing the existing grass, grading and other prep work began in June, and the underlayment and artificial turf installment happened in July. The project should be complete in time for Band Camp in August.

Many will benefit from the new addition: not just football and physical education classes, but also the soccer teams, band, and the Parochial League will utilize the BCCHS Family Stadium. “We are grateful for the 227 individuals and families that donated to the project to date, and we look forward to sharing our new multi-purpose facility with the diocesan community,” comments President Leticia Nielsen.