District News

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (GRPS) – The first electronic scoreboards are now lit up at the Ottawa Hills soccer field, Mickey Stanley Field (baseball), and Marti Beckering Field (softball).

The Ottawa Hills Athletic Boosters partnered with Meijer and Consumers Credit Union to make possible the purchase and installation of three new scoreboards at Ottawa Hills High School.

“Take a look around right now, this is what community looks like,” Superintendent Dr. Leadriane Roby said during the ribbon-cutting celebration. “Your investment tells our scholars that the hard work they put in on these fields truly matters.”

“We are thrilled to gather this morning to celebrate partnerships that will have a lasting impact on our scholar-athletes,” said Ottawa Hills Principal Dr. Timothy Mabin.

“Let's celebrate not just these three incredible scoreboards, but this momentous win for our students, for our schools, for our coaches and our community,” said Missy Jackson from the Ottawa Hills Athletic Boosters. “Ottawa Hills Athletics is here ready to compete and ready to shine.”

Meijer contributed $30,000 toward the purchase of the scoreboards, while Consumers Credit Union donated $29,053 to cover installation costs.

“Congrats to everybody on these amazing scoreboards. They do represent lighting up points, pride and teamwork.,” said Lynne Jarman-Johnson from Consumers Credit Union.

Several Ottawa Hills scholar-athletes attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

“This means more than just an upgrade in equipment, but rather symbolizes the years of growth in our program,” said Aracelle Chales-Jeronimo, a soccer athlete for the Bengals. “We want to be known as an inclusive community that gives back. We'll make the most of this opportunity and proudly represent what it means to be part of Ottawa Hills.”