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Girls wrestling grows and track needs looming: board hears athletics update
Summary
Athletic staff reported growth in girls wrestling and other sports, discussed strategies to boost participation and shared an estimate that a full track resurfacing could cost up to about $800,000, prompting planning and fundraising conversation.
Athletic directors updated the board on fall sports and participation trends, highlighting that the new girls wrestling program expanded participation and that middle-school volleyball increased while football participation declined. Staff credited boosters and community events for helping participation and suggested theme nights, fundraising events and possible grant opportunities to repair facilities.
On facilities, board members and staff discussed the track, which will need resurfacing in the coming years; an estimate mentioned during the meeting placed a full resurfacing cost at roughly $800,000 depending on the extent of work. Athletic staff said they will begin planning and seek cost estimates so the district can budget or fundraise ahead of the project.
