If you’ve followed the progress being made on Orcutt Jr. High’s soccer field, this will be our final installment on the revitalization project.
On January 20, 2011, the renewed sports/soccer field at Orcutt Junior High was celebrated with a dedication ceremony. Local students arrived bright and early, along with Superintendents Bob Bush, Assistant Superintendent Ken Parker and other administrators, to honor the contributions and hard work of all those who made the project a success. A sign recognizing all the participants, donated by Engel & Gray, Inc., was installed on a wall overlooking the new field.
It all began back in May of 2010. This is one of the main fields used by Orcutt United Soccer League: comprised of 1400 children, aged 4 thru 18 in 140 teams. Constant pounding of all those little feet had torn up the field, compacting the soil at the same time. With all this wear and tear, the grass was dry and the soil was unable to retain moisture, creating potholes which made the field unsafe for play. Since children playing on an unstable field are at an increased risk of injury, something had to be done.
A partnership between Nishimori Landscape, Engel & Gray, Inc. and Orcutt Union School District made this project a reality. Local sponsors included Tim Trenkle, President of Orcutt United Soccer League, Orcutt Union School District and Craig Reade of Betteravia Farms.
With direction from Jim Nishimori, old grass was raked and hauled away. After disking, Engel & Gray, Inc. donated and delivered 400 yards of Harvest Blend Compost to be used as soil amendment after which Nishimori Landscape was on hand to spread it over the field. Hydro seeding came next, and soon there was a lush green turf where before there was an unsafe field of potholes.
This beautiful new field illustrates what can happen when a community works together toward a common goal. Drop by Orcutt Jr. High soccer field (across from the District Office – 500 Dyer St.) and see the results for yourself!
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