Local NFL Players Help Reveal Renovated Sports Field in East Palo Alto, a Hub for Youth Football Development
The Los Robles-Ronald McNair sports field in East Palo Alto has been given a major facelift just in time to host high-profile events such as the Super Bowl and World Cup. The newly refurbished stadium was officially unveiled on Wednesday with the help of local NFL players and students from Costano School of the Arts.
Eleven-year-old Kulia Lutui, who attended the event, described the field as "outstanding" and told ABC7 News that it reminded him of what an NFL field is like. The 10-year-old Jairo Juarez also expressed his excitement about playing on the new stadium, saying it felt like he was playing alongside professional football players.
The renovation costs were around $5.5 million, and donations made it possible for the project to move forward. Local officials, including Ravenswood City School District School Board member Jenny Bloom, praised the community's resilience and ability to come together in support of youth sports development.
NFL players Mekhi Blackmon, Rejzohn Wright, and Nahshon Wright also attended the event, sharing stories about their own experiences on the field. For the trio, who have played for various teams including the Colts, Saints, and Bears, the renovated stadium holds a special significance as it is where they first started playing football.
The new sports field is not only designed to host high-level football games but also doubles as a regulation-sized soccer field, providing ample space for other community activities. It is open to public reservations and after-hours community use, offering a valuable resource for local residents of all ages.
As East Palo Alto prepares to host major international events, the newly renovated sports field serves as a testament to the power of community investment in youth sports development and the potential it holds for inspiring young athletes to achieve their dreams.
The Los Robles-Ronald McNair sports field in East Palo Alto has been given a major facelift just in time to host high-profile events such as the Super Bowl and World Cup. The newly refurbished stadium was officially unveiled on Wednesday with the help of local NFL players and students from Costano School of the Arts.
Eleven-year-old Kulia Lutui, who attended the event, described the field as "outstanding" and told ABC7 News that it reminded him of what an NFL field is like. The 10-year-old Jairo Juarez also expressed his excitement about playing on the new stadium, saying it felt like he was playing alongside professional football players.
The renovation costs were around $5.5 million, and donations made it possible for the project to move forward. Local officials, including Ravenswood City School District School Board member Jenny Bloom, praised the community's resilience and ability to come together in support of youth sports development.
NFL players Mekhi Blackmon, Rejzohn Wright, and Nahshon Wright also attended the event, sharing stories about their own experiences on the field. For the trio, who have played for various teams including the Colts, Saints, and Bears, the renovated stadium holds a special significance as it is where they first started playing football.
The new sports field is not only designed to host high-level football games but also doubles as a regulation-sized soccer field, providing ample space for other community activities. It is open to public reservations and after-hours community use, offering a valuable resource for local residents of all ages.
As East Palo Alto prepares to host major international events, the newly renovated sports field serves as a testament to the power of community investment in youth sports development and the potential it holds for inspiring young athletes to achieve their dreams.
gotta love seein' these NFL players givin' back to their community, especially when they're willin' to share their own stories 'n help out with the renovation 
. It's not just about the field itself, it's about the impact it can have on kids like Kulia 'n Jairo, who gotta believe in themselves 'n work towards somethin' bigger than themselves 
. The fact that this stadium's gonna be a resource for the whole community, not just for football & soccer, is super awesome 
. its cool to see kids like kulia & jairo get hyped about playing on a field thats almost identical to an nfl stadium 
. 5.5 million bucks is no joke but its clear the community came together to make it happen 
I'm not sure why we need another fancy sports stadium in the area, don't get me wrong, it's awesome that NFL players are getting involved with local kids, but $5.5 million is a pretty penny 
what makes you think this renovation was necessary? And how did they even come up with those costs? Were there any outside investors or just donations from local businesses? I'd love to see some source numbers on that 
nah i'm just kiddin but seriusly though, its dope that local nfl players are gettin involved and helpin out w/ youth football development. i mean, who doesn't love seein a mini mehki blackmon out there crushin it on the gridiron? 
I'm loving how these NFL players are giving back to their community! The renovation cost is insane $5.5 million, but it's worth it to see the kids excited about playing on this new field 
. The fact that they're using it for both football and soccer games is genius, more people can use it 
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i mean who doesnt love football its not like people are dying over here. but seriously $5.5 million is a lot of cash thats what i want to know where all that money came from btw if im gonna pay taxes on it then
This is so cool that the NFL players got involved with this project! 
!! cant wait to see all the youth football tournaments and events happen here 
. To think that they started playing football in this exact same stadium where now youth can come to train & play is just mind-blowing 
. And the fact that it was a collaborative effort with Costano School of the Arts students is just pure gold 
. I mean, who wouldn't want their kids to grow up playing on an NFL field? 
. And can you believe it was $5.5 million in renovation costs? That's still crazy but I guess when you've got passionate community members and generous donors, magic happens 
. The fact that this field is going to host some major events now means more kids are gonna get to see the pros play up close and maybe even catch some football fever themselves 
. It's a win-win for the community!
! I love that local NFL players got involved to help with the renovation. It's amazing how some rich folks donated millions for a new stadium, now our kids have a place to play football and soccer too. 
. And can you believe it cost only $5.5 million? That's like, a small fraction of what they make in one game ⃣! But seriously, it's great to see the Ravenswood City School District and local officials getting behind this initiative. I mean, who wouldn't want a brand new stadium with all the bells and whistles 
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