Benefits Of TURF

Benefits of a Turf Field at Roxbury High School

The overall cost of the project is considerably less than installing it at the Horse Shoe Lake complex. Thus, the fundraising goal is far more reasonable and attainable in the short term.
Important infrastructure elements (parking, lights, bathrooms, concession stand, and fencing) are already in place to achieve the objective of maximum, continuous usage.
The High School's location can make the field a true centerpiece and source of pride and activity for our town.
Allows for continuous play for all appropriate high schools and recreations sport programs in Roxbury.
No longer have to keep teams off the field to “preserve” it for upcoming Varsity games.
Take pressure off of other “overused” fields at the high school.
Allows for usage in all types of weather without field damage.
8 year guaranteed warranty life will offer a field that is always in perfect shape.
State of the art field should enhance home/visitor attendance (and concession revenues!) at all Roxbury sports events, to help support the different programs needs.
Enhance home values of our town.
A reason for “Elite” athletes to stay in Roxbury
Provide source of pride and inspiration for our programs.
Provides potential revenue source through hosting of premier games, events and camps.
Will be the Spring Board for future field improvements efforts in and around Roxbury.
Provide a safer playing field for our children.