Findlay gets a facelift

Big thanks due to the volunteer crew!
  • The ASCO Equipment roller was used to put the finishing touches on the new walking surface at Findlay Field. TMN, photo.
    The ASCO Equipment roller was used to put the finishing touches on the new walking surface at Findlay Field. TMN, photo.
  • One of the 'before' shots of the decaying then flood damaged walking surface at Findlay Field. Volunteers were able to fully pave around the stadium from the entry gate to the southwest corner of the field.
    One of the 'before' shots of the decaying then flood damaged walking surface at Findlay Field. Volunteers were able to fully pave around the stadium from the entry gate to the southwest corner of the field.
  • In another 'before' photo, volunteer Arnold Saucedo surveys the progress while stripping and leveling the surface by hand, before repairs could be made. Saucedo pitched in despite an injury confining him to a walking boot. Arnold is also the voice of the Yellowjackets and calls every home game from the press box. TMN photos.
    In another 'before' photo, volunteer Arnold Saucedo surveys the progress while stripping and leveling the surface by hand, before repairs could be made. Saucedo pitched in despite an injury confining him to a walking boot. Arnold is also the voice of the Yellowjackets and calls every home game from the press box. TMN photos.
    By Paige Wright Findlay Field has served as the epicenter of Menard football since its inception in 1934. The natural turf and unique surround carved out of a limestone hill has undergone many improvements and upgrades throughout the decades and 2025 brings yet another notable repair at no cost to the school district.For unknown (to me) years, the walkway into the stadium tha...

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