The football field has seen its share of wear and tear. Last week Fountain Hills School District Superintendent Dr. Cain Jagodzinski gave School Board member Libby Settle and myself a tour of the football field and shared all the details with us. I want to publicly thank Dr. J for his time and openness.

On Dec. 9, 2022, an independent company, Firefly Sports Testing, did a field test known as a g-max Impact evaluation. The 192 number was acceptable for this final season of soccer but will not be at an adequate level in July for the football season. As a result, the field will be shut down at the end of the year.

Dr. J has a plan, and the community has been stepping up to resolve this. The Superintendent will present his plan, the funding and timeline at the next School Board meeting on Feb. 22. Work should be done early summer and completed before the ‘23 football season. I am confident the Superintendent, Board, and community have this under control. Great job to everyone involved!