August 17, 2022
Burke High school will return to their home stadium for their first football game of the 2022-2023 school year on August 19, 2022. The field underwent an extensive renovation thanks to a partnership between Charleston County School District (CCSD) and the City of Charleston. The stadium was originally built in 1964 and is home to Burke athletics and city recreation and club sports.
“We are thrilled to return to our home stadium and most appreciative of the City of Charleston and CCSD for the work to make this a reality,” said Executive Principal Cheryl Swinton. “I am extremely excited about the opportunity to bring our community together around a shared athletic experience. High expectations for an exceptional year in every area at Burke High School are the order of the day!”
The $4.7 million project included construction of a new synthetic turf field, goals, scoreboard and sound system, asphalt walking track, and new fencing.
“The one-penny sales tax has been an instrumental funding source in providing modern athletic facilities for the Burke High School’s football team and other athletic programs,” said Jasmeen Shaw, Executive Director of Capital Programs. “Stabilizing the foundation was essential to creating a beautiful turf playing field that stands out.”
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg noted that Burke occupies a special place in the city’s heart and history.
“Stoney Field is an important part of that legacy,” added Tecklenburg. “We’re pleased that this remarkable renovation will be ready for the Bulldogs’ first home game on August 19, and would like to thank everyone who helped make this much anticipated return to Stoney Field possible.”
Construction Management was handled by Cumming; the project manager was Joe Christian; site manager was Jack Duane; architecture was handled by Davis & Floyd; and the general contractor was Gulfstream Construction.