Fletcher Field street hockey/basketball courts "officially" opened on Monday (photo essay)

Recreation Director Ryan Jette had waited almost two years to officially recognize the Boston Bruins Foundation for their contribution of $75,000 towards the renovation of the court. COVID-19 prevented the more timely opening when construction on the rink was completed in July 2020. The Town spent $200,000 for the renovation as part of their capital budget.

I live nearby and was able to capture photos on my walks to show the progress during 2020. 

March 2020 construction begins removing old courts

concrete base poured and ready in May 2020

basketball backboard/nets added, surface coated

Bruins logo added to Franklin Recreation "center ice" circle

completed look for street hockey & basketball

Boston Bruin's mascot "Blades" made an appearance on Monday

Ryan and Blades 'high-five'

Town and Recreation stakeholders pose with Blades

puck and plaque provided to Boston Bruins Foundation in recognition of their contribution

the puck drops here!

Additional photos of the construction progress and the event on Monday can be found in one album  https://photos.app.goo.gl/oMHU47Pn68z2wiCYA

The posting with the announcement of the recognition event

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/06/franklin-recreation-schedules-official.html

Franklin Recreation schedules the Official Opening of the hockey/basketball court at Fletcher Field

Franklin Recreation is finally getting around to having an official opening of the new hockey/basketball court at Fletcher Field in Franklin, MA. 

The court was constructed using $200,000 of town capital funding and a $75,000 donation from the Boston Bruins Foundation.  "Blades," the Bruins mascot will be there for the opener on Monday, June 6 at 5 PM for the puck drop. 

The Town of Franklin will present the Bruins with a plaque thanking them for their generous donation.  

Mylec Hockey, our official supplier of street hockey equipment, will be on site. 

Franklin Recreation schedules the Official Opening of the hockey/basketball court at Fletcher Field