Brooklawn\’s \’Joe Barth Field\’ to Get Complete Makeover; $25,000 Grant Will Cover Cost

The Recreation Facility Enhancement funding will allow Joe Barth Field to meet the demands and exposure the Brooklawn American Legion Baseball brings to the Camden County Area. The $25,000 grant includes removal of 10\” to 14\” of infield dirt which has accumulated in the past 20 years since the last renovation. Once the existing dirt is removed and the field graded, infield sod and infield sprinkler system will be installed. Crushed red stone will surround the infield fencing providing a warning area.

In addition to the infield project the outfield will be hydro seeded and the batting cages repaired. Once this construction is completed replacement of the scoreboard will be considered.

The Brooklawn American Legion Baseball team plays a high caliber brand of Baseball winning over 25 State American Legion Titles. Currently the Brookawn Legion has both Greg Burke (San Diego Padres) and Zach Braddock (Milwaukee Brewers) on Major League Rosters.

Construction started on Friday, February 18 by a local contractor and is scheduled to be completed by March 10, 2011.