‘Field of Dreams’ Opening Day September 12

Mayor to Hold Ribbon-Cutting Event for $2.1 Million Sports Complex at Medford High

After more than three years of community organizing and fundraising, the Medford Field of Dreams project has finally been completed.

On Sunday, September 12, 2010, at 11 AM Mayor Michael J. McGlynn will cut the ribbon to a brand new sports complex, which is located behind Medford High School.

This complex, commonly known as the “Field of Dreams,” was developed into two turf fields suitable for soccer, lacrosse, football and softball. It has lighting, scoreboards and a renovated track. Bleachers, handicapped accessible bathrooms and a concession stand are on order.

“The Edgerly Sports Complex, as it will be called, is a joint partnership of citizens, neighbors, students and government. Students complained for years of having to practice on a field littered with rocks and debris. Parents came together on their behalf and formed the ‘Field of Dreams Committee.’ This complex came to pass because a group of citizens dreamed of what could be in our community. Through the efforts of hard work of so many, that dream became a reality, even in this tight fiscal time,” said Mayor McGlynn.

Following the ceremony, the Mustang girls soccer team will play a game on the new field at 12:30PM.

The event is free and open to everyone. Coaches, student athletes, staff, family, friends, and community members are all welcome to attend. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided by Kelly’s Roast Beef immediately following the ceremony.

– InsideMedford.com