New Turf Field Completed At Classical High School In Providence

PROVIDENCE, RI — A ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the new turf field at Classical High School will take place at 5:15 p.m. Monday, Providence public school officials said.

The ceremony will take place before the girls lacrosse game against North Smithfield at 6 p.m. The new Classical High School Turf Field will serve as the home ground for six high school sports, including football, soccer, boys lacrosse, girls lacrosse, field Hockey, and softball.

"Investments in these facilities represent our commitment to giving our students the resources they need to succeed," Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said. "This field will bring our community together and give our students a platform to pursue their passions, learn new skills, and foster lifelong friendships."

The Classical High School field replacement project was approved in the spring of 2022. The construction began in March 2023 and concluded in late April.

The project, with a total cost of approximately $677,000, brings significant enhancements to ensure the safety of student-athletes and spectators, school officials said. One notable addition is the safety pad installed beneath the turf, providing an extra layer of protection.

School officials said they will also install safety netting in the north end zone. This netting will prevent balls from leaving the field, ensuring the safety of passing vehicles and eliminating the need to retrieve game balls from the street.