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Scrappers home stadium debuts new turf
TL;DR
The newly named 717 Credit Union Field at Eastwood debuted with local high school baseball games, starting with United's 10-0 victory over Lisbon. The new turf received positive feedback from players and coaches.
Key points
- 717 Credit Union Field at Eastwood debuted with new turf
- First game featured United vs. Lisbon
- United won 10-0 against Lisbon
- Crestview vs. Columbiana followed
- Coaches praised the quality of the new turf
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NILES, Ohio (WKBN) – The newly named 717 Credit Union Field at Eastwood debuted with local high school baseball games featuring United, Lisbon, Crestview, and Columbiana Friday night.
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United beat Lisbon, 10-0, to be the first game played on the new turf. Crestview vs. Columbiana followed.
“They did an amazing job on it. We’re just happy to be here, the turf is beautiful,” said United head coach Tim Hydrick.
“It just it was an an honor just to be the first game on the turf,” said Lisbon head coach Doug Andric. “It was just a great atmosphere up here. It’s a privilege for any high school kid to play on a field like this.”
The field’s original surface was grass, which stood for 27 years. Now, the entire infield and outfield are all outfitted with turf.
United advances to 8-2 and plays West Branch Saturday, April 18. Lisbon falls to 4-5 and takes on Chaney next April 21.
The Scrappers will play on the new field for the first time against State College at 7:05 p.m. June 2.
Youngstown Baseball also calls the stadium home and will debut on the new turf against Toledo on Wednesday, April 22.
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Q&A
What is the significance of the 717 Credit Union Field at Eastwood debut?
The debut of the 717 Credit Union Field at Eastwood marks the introduction of a new turf surface for local high school baseball games, enhancing the playing conditions.
Which teams played in the first games on the new turf at Eastwood?
The first games on the new turf featured United, Lisbon, Crestview, and Columbiana high school baseball teams.
What was the outcome of the first game played on the new turf?
United won the first game on the new turf, defeating Lisbon with a score of 10-0.