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WCBA asks Humboldt to set metal-cleat policy after turf repairs; board to hear groups on June 8
Summary
Andy Leuth, representing the WCBA, told the Town Board the WCBA paid to repair turf, the mound, and the batter’s box at Needles Field and asked the town to set a metal-cleat policy (including possible fees or a ban); the board requested representatives from WCBA, Wood Ducks, and Gamecocks attend the June 8 meeting to discuss options.
Andy Leuth, a representative of the WCBA, thanked the board for assistance with a recent Canaries game and raised concern that metal cleats damage the turf at Needles Field. Leuth said the WCBA covered repairs to the turf, mound, and batter’s box and asked the board to consider adopting a metal-cleat policy or charging a fee to cover future damage. The board agreed to invite representatives from the WCBA, the Wood Ducks, and the Gamecocks to the June 8 meeting to gather input from all user groups.
Leuth also reported the WCBA plans a fireworks display at Needles Field tied to a baseball game on June 26, 2026. The board did not set a policy at the May 11 meeting; it directed staff to place the matter on the June 8 agenda and requested all affected parties be present for discussion.
