Faculty/Staff Input

"We are Colerain!  These words speak volumes about our community.  The pride and tradition that exists within our schools and neighborhood are second to none.  The installation of a safe, consistent playing surface is critical, but more than anything else, this is a further testament to our students and the community to say ‘we are special’.  When people ask why?  We should simply reply… We are Colerain!” Kerry Coombs – Head Football Coach Colerain High School

"Installation of an artificial playing surface would eliminate safety concerns as related to the Marching Band practicing on the front parking lot in the evenings.  Additionally, the students would benefit from being able to practice in the venue where performances occur.  This will also help the Band attract and retain students.”  David Smith – Marching Band Director Colerain High School

•“An artificial field surface on campus will greatly influence and enhance the Physical Education program at Colerain.  The opportunity to place Physical Education students on a safe and reliable playing surface is in the best interest of the students and the school as a whole.  Time will be saved as related to field preparation and can be shifted to individual instruction.”  Dan Merkt – Physical Education Department Chairperson Colerain High School

•“An artificial playing surface would benefit the soccer program by providing an on campus venue on which to practice for upcoming games contested on turf.  It would also give us the option to play matches that otherwise would be cancelled due to dangerous field conditions.” Paul Reedy – Head Boys Soccer Coach Colerain High School

•“The Soccer program will benefit by being able to train on a consistent surface.  This will help our players develop and refine skills that will enable them to compete at the highest level of competition.”  Sarah Fitzstephens – Head Girls Soccer Coach Colerain High School

“A new playing surface will be a tremendous asset to the Softball program.  No longer will wet, muddy fields prevent the team from practicing outside.  The surface will give our program an advantage that will enable us to compete at the highest levels.”  Tom Bolden – Head Softball Coach Colerain High School

•“The Baseball program would benefit from an artificial surface by being able to conduct tryouts and practices outdoors when the game field is unplayable due to rain and mud.  Additionally, this gives us an additional venue to conduct practices for all three levels of the program.”  Chris Newton – Head Baseball Coach Colerain High School

Community Input

“The Little Cards Youth Football and Cheerleading program serves approximately 300 children from ages 6 – 11.  Installation of an artificial surface at Colerain High School would provide an opportunity for our teams to experience the thrill of playing at one of the finest high school facilities in the Greater Cincinnati area.  No longer will we be required to travel to other communities to compete in first rate facilities.”  Everett Johnson – Little Cards Football Program

“What a great idea!  The installation of an artificial playing surface would greatly increase the number of recreational opportunities for the citizens of Colerain Township.” David L. Fogelsong – Colerain Township Administrator