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Dixon High athletics reports growth and rising costs; district to review budget and facility needs
Summary
Dixon High Athletic Director Brett Petersen told the board athletics serve roughly 1 in 3 students, with 14 of 18 programs reaching postseason; the program faces rising referee and transportation costs and aging facilities including an unplayable portion of tennis courts and a worn track.
Brett Petersen, Dixon High School athletic director, updated the board on athletics participation, accomplishments, budget pressures and facility maintenance needs.
Petersen told the board he estimates "roughly 300 to 350 athletes on campus. About 1 in every 3 students are participating in sports," noting many multi-sport athletes. He listed successes—including league championships in flag football and girls soccer, 14 of 18 programs making postseason, and student-athletes with academic honors (average GPA for…
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