(BC)2: Building Community at Brookfield Central

(BC)2 is an organization of Elmbrook citizens dedicated to building an athletic facility to replace Brookfield Central's aging football field / track. The project incorporates multi-purpose synethetic turf stadium field and a multi-phase plan for future development of athletic facilities at Brookfield Central. We invite you to join us in this community effort by making a contribution. Phase I of this project, the conversion of the football/soccer field to artificial turf and the upgrade to the practice fields was completed in September 2006.


Current Issues

  • The track is in poor condition
  • Baseball games are held off campus
  • The current stadium needs updating

Action

Phase I - Completed September 2006

  • Create a synthetic turf field
  • Enlarge soccer practice fields to regulation size

Still to be completed:

  • Resurface the track

Results

  • There is an increased amount of higher quality practice fields so teams do not have to compete for practice space.
  • Home soccer games are now back at BCHS.
  • The football/soccer field is available to host more events. 
    Terms of use are not subject to weather.

Additional Phases

  • Build a baseball field with a synthetic turf infield
  • Upgrade stadium facility with new bleachers, pressbox, scoreboard, and concession building with restrooms
  • Develop a new tennis complex

Facts

  • The previous athletic field was grossly underutilized (9% usage of potential hours). Weather and wear quickly created a surface unsuitable for athletics and other activities.
  • The (BC)2 Capital Campaign created a multi-purpose synthetic turf stadium field, increasing usage to 87%.
  • Baseball games are currently played off-campus. New facilities would bring the team back home and improve school spirit.
  • The (BC)2 Capital Campaign creates a multi-purpose, multi-phased plan to bring these sports back to Brookfield Central.
  • Current stadium field maintenance costs exceed $25,000 annually.
  • The(BC)2 Capital Campaign field would cost less than $1000 annually.
  • Studies show that synethetic turf surface reduces player injuries.
  • Junior Lancer programs, summer programs, and other activities will benefit.

 

 

Contribute!

We invite you to join our community effort by making a pledge.

Questions?
Contact Scott Nelsen at (262) 785-3918, or email him at nelsens@elmbrook.k12.wi.us.

Make checks payable to:
(BC)2
Brookfield Central High School
Attn: Athletic Director
16900 West Gebhardt Road
Brookfield, WI 53005