Roger Bacon High School has announced the immediate closure of Bron Bacevich Memorial Stadium. Severe storms and heavy rainfall on Tuesday caused the storm sewer system beneath the facility to overflow, resulting in contamination of the playing surface.
The damage forces the school to replace the turf before any activities can resume. This impacts multiple programs, including football, soccer, and St. Bernard-Elmwood Place Jr./Sr. High School, which also utilizes the complex for its home games. Administrators are working to address the disruption to the upcoming sports schedule as the season approaches.
The school has contracted with The Motz Group to handle the turf replacement project. While an exact timeline remains uncertain, officials stated their goal is to have the field ready for the Homecoming game on October 9.
Roger Bacon leadership expressed gratitude to the student-athletes, families, and coaches for their patience during this unexpected situation. Details regarding alternate locations for home games and practices are pending as the school manages this logistical challenge.