NFL Legends Visit Revamped Field in East Palo Alto
The Los Robles-Ronald McNair sports field in East Palo Alto has undergone a major transformation, thanks to the efforts of elected officials and professional athletes. The $5.5 million renovation, funded by donations, has transformed the field into a regulation-sized football stadium that can also be used for soccer.
On Wednesday, NFL players Mekhi Blackmon of the Colts, Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright of the Saints and Bears, attended a celebration to mark the completion of the project. The athletes reminisced about their childhood experiences playing on the field, which has now been revamped with modern facilities.
"It's outstanding, it's so cool," said 11-year-old Kulia Lutui, who attends Costano School of the Arts. "Looking at it, it gives me an idea of what the experience at a real NFL field looks like." Jairo Juarez, another student from the same school, echoed similar sentiments, saying that playing on the field felt like he was one of the football players.
The renovation has been hailed as a significant investment in the community, with Ravenswood City School District School Board member Jenny Bloom noting that it's a testament to the grit and determination of East Palo Alto residents. The field is now open for public reservations and after-hours community use, providing young athletes with a world-class facility to hone their skills.
The renovated field comes ahead of major sporting events in the area, including the Super Bowl and World Cup, which will bring international attention to the city. As one of the players who once called the field home, Rejzohn Wright said that seeing its transformation was "a surreal moment" for him and his family.
The Los Robles-Ronald McNair sports field in East Palo Alto has undergone a major transformation, thanks to the efforts of elected officials and professional athletes. The $5.5 million renovation, funded by donations, has transformed the field into a regulation-sized football stadium that can also be used for soccer.
On Wednesday, NFL players Mekhi Blackmon of the Colts, Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright of the Saints and Bears, attended a celebration to mark the completion of the project. The athletes reminisced about their childhood experiences playing on the field, which has now been revamped with modern facilities.
"It's outstanding, it's so cool," said 11-year-old Kulia Lutui, who attends Costano School of the Arts. "Looking at it, it gives me an idea of what the experience at a real NFL field looks like." Jairo Juarez, another student from the same school, echoed similar sentiments, saying that playing on the field felt like he was one of the football players.
The renovation has been hailed as a significant investment in the community, with Ravenswood City School District School Board member Jenny Bloom noting that it's a testament to the grit and determination of East Palo Alto residents. The field is now open for public reservations and after-hours community use, providing young athletes with a world-class facility to hone their skills.
The renovated field comes ahead of major sporting events in the area, including the Super Bowl and World Cup, which will bring international attention to the city. As one of the players who once called the field home, Rejzohn Wright said that seeing its transformation was "a surreal moment" for him and his family.
anyone who's ever played sports knows how special that feels to have a proper facility to practice & compete on i mean I've been at public courts before where the lines are wonky & the surface is rough but this new field looks insane 
all those NFL legends coming back to celebrate it too is just fire 
, can you even believe it? East Palo Alto just got a major facelift with this insane $5.5 million renovation of the Los Robles-Ronald McNair sports field 
! I'm so stoked to see the Ravenswood City School District investing in their community and providing young athletes with an amazing facility to play on 
. It's like, totally awesome that NFL legends are coming back to check it out and share their love for the game 
. And can we talk about how surreal it must be for them to see their old stomping ground transformed into this beautiful space 
? Kulia and Jairo from Costano School of the Arts are going to have some seriously epic times playing on that field 
. It's all about giving back to the community and creating opportunities for the next gen of athletes 
! its wild 2 think about how far back i can remember when this field used to be a small lil playground 
... now its a regulation-sized stadium!! 5.5 million bucks is def worth it tho 
, the kids r gonna grow up playin on this amazing field... cant wait for the super bowl and world cup 2 come thru in east palo alto 
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Can't wait to see what other exciting events are planned for the city! #SportsFever #EastPaloAlto
! I mean, $5.5 million is a pretty penny, but it's worth it to see the looks on those kids' faces when they play on this renovated field 
. The Ravenswood City School District really stepped up their game with this renovation – now those kids have a chance to level up their sports skills 
OMG this is amazing! I mean, can you even imagine playing on a real NFL field as a kid? 
I'm so glad they invested in this community and made it happen. It's not just about the football, it's about giving young athletes a chance to level up their game 
. I wonder if they're gonna have any summer camps or clinics for kids to learn from the pros? 
definitely would've liked to see some creative use of negative space though 
. It's amazing to see how it's brought everyone together, from elected officials to NFL legends like Rejzohn Wright 
. It's amazing how a few million bucks can turn a neglected park into a full-on NFL stadium 
. I'm sure the locals were all on the edge of their seats waiting for this to happen... like they've been waiting for years 
. On a serious note, it's awesome that the Ravenswood City School District is investing in the community and providing young athletes with a top-notch facility 
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. I mean, who wouldn't want to play on a field that was once home to NFL legends like Rejzohn Wright? 
. And let's be real, it's gonna be lit when they host those major sporting events - I'm talking Super Bowl vibes 
, it shows the community is getting some serious love 
. And can we talk about how awesome it is for the kids to have access to such a top-notch facility? It's giving them the chance to level up their game and who knows, maybe one day they'll be playing in the NFL themselves 
