Dallas softball raising funds for artificial turf field
Pete Martini
The Dallas softball program is doing a fundraiser in hopes of installing an artificial turf field.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to raise $90,000 to install a playing surface that will allow the Dragons to play at home more during inclement weather.
Dallas softball coach Brandi Jackson stressed the importance of having a reliable field for games and practices, and not having added travel causing the players to miss more class time.
“It will also be a great opportunity for youth programs, for practices and games during the off season,” Jackson said.
This season, Dallas is 24-3 overall and 15-1 in the Mid-Willamette Conference.
The Dragons are No. 1 in the OSAA Class 5A rankings.
Dallas advanced to the 5A state semifinals with a win against La Salle on Friday. The Dragons next will face Wilsonville in Tuesday’s state semifinals.
As of Friday afternoon, Dallas has raised $9,670.
The Dragons’ GoFundMe page is at bit.ly/45vXKqj
Statesman Journal reporter Pete Martini covers college and high school sports. He can be reached at pmartini@StatesmanJournal.com.