Kirtland High School Wilson Stadium
Kirtland, Ohio
Wilson Stadium, Kirtland High School’s state-of-the-art renovated athletic facility, hosts football, soccer, and lacrosse, providing a 1000-seat home stand and an additional 600 seats for the visitor’s side.
The new high-grade synthetic turf field has played a key role in Kirtland football team’s 2023 season. With a 15-1 record, the team went on to win the OHSAA Division VI State Championship. The enhanced play surface has contributed to their exceptional performance, ensuring reliable and consistent game play throughout their victorious season.
The modern stadium includes a six-lane, quarter-mile polyurethane surface track. Assisted by an improved stormwater management system, the new synthetic track and field no longer experiences extended game schedule delays due to adverse weather conditions.
Design Highlights:
Designed with safety in mind, the 446’ x 246’ 98,991 SF safety-tested artificial turf reduces environmental factors contributing to common player injuries by providing a level and consistent surface free from divots and mud.
The stadium layout was redesigned by moving the visitor stands outside the track, providing adequate space to accommodate soccer games in addition to football.
Updated infrastructure will house soccer, football, lacrosse, and track and field competitions for decades to come.
The stadium renovation was essential to the school district because research proved the correlation between student involvement in extracurricular activities and higher grade point averages. The Kirtland High School sports programs exercise students’ bodies and minds, assisting their personal development on and off the field.
Kirtland LSD Athletics Director thinks that Kirthland’s students will get more out of the programs than just playing a sport. There is value in providing an exceptional athletic facility to encourage participation and community support.
Updated Electrical Systems:
As part of the comprehensive renovation of Kirtland High School’s stadium, the project included a significant upgrade to the stadium’s electrical system. This enhancement was crucial for supporting the new features introduced, such as the LED stadium lighting and a state-of-the-art video scoreboard. The updated electrical system ensures reliable operation of these modern amenities and contributes to the overall functionality and safety of the facility.
Improved Stormwater Management:
This upgrade aimed to enhance the facilities ability to handle rainwater and prevent flooding or water damage. The improved stormwater management ensures better drainage and water control, contributing to the longevity of the stadium’s infrastructure and the safety and usability of the facility during adverse weather conditions.
Efficient LED Stadium Lighting:
The extensive renovation of Kirtland High School’s stadium included the installation of LED stadium lighting. The new LED lighting aligned with the stadium’s goal of providing a cutting-edge environment for athletic excellence.
Renovated Press Box:
A newly remodeled press box with sleek modern amenities, overlooks the state-of-the-art field. Equipped with upgraded technology and improved acoustics, it offers a superior vantage point for observing and reporting on games.
25-Foot Digital Scoreboard:
Part of the stadium’s modern upgrades included a 25-foot digital scoreboard. This cutting-edge display enhances the game-day experience and underscores the district’s commitment to excellence in sports and technology.
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