New turf planned for Mason Maach Field
The Humboldt Wildcat football team runs onto the field prior to a game earlier this season. At this week's school board meeting it was reported that the district will be taking bids for new turf at the field before next season. The Wildcats will host Hampton-Dumont tonight (Friday, Sept. 22) for homecoming, game time is 7 p.m.
By PHIL MONSON
A new football playing surface on Mason Maach Field at Humboldt High School has been a topic of discussion for several years.
After action by the Humboldt School Board Monday night (Sept. 18), look for a new, natural grass turf field to become a reality for the 2024 season.
The board voted unanimously to hire Beck Engineering at a cost of $23,000 to provide the design and construction administration services for reconstructing the grass football field.
Construction work would take place during the months of April and May with the new turf grass to be in place by June 1 of next year.
“We will reduce the crown of the field so it is more suitable for playing soccer. It would also be re-centered,” Humboldt School Superintendent Jim Murray said.
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