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McCovey Field Renovations Project
McCovey Field Renovations Open Forum for Community Input
Wed., April 1; 5:00pm; Library
A Special School Board meeting has been scheduled on Wed., April 1 at 5 p.m. in the school library for community input regarding the field surface before the School Board takes action to move forward with planning for the renovation work. The resolutions to accept the WSF Grant and move forward with this project will be discussed and potentially approved at this meeting.
The improvements to McCovey Field include the following:
- A completely renovated track for daily activities
- New stadium seating for spectators
- Welcoming gathering spaces
- New batting and pitching cages
- An updated field surface
- An electronic scoreboard that will serve both McCovey Field and the soccer field
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The feasibility report below was presented at the February 10, 2026 School Board meeting as a discussion/informational item as progress will be contingent on funding from the Foundation, district maintenance funding, and other community organizations.
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Willie McCovey Field has served as a cornerstone of the Woodside community since its dedication in 1977, honoring the legacy of the San Francisco Giants Hall of Famer who was a resident for nearly six decades. While the facility was modernized in 2014, its high volume of use has necessitated a new phase of improvements to ensure the field remains a high performance environment for Woodside Elementary, Alpine Little League, and local recreational organizations. This initiative, guided by a 2025 study from Lloyd Consulting Group, Inc. (Lloyd), focuses on renewing aging equipment that has reached the end of its service life and implementing infrastructure upgrades that accommodate the growing demands of school programs and local sports leagues alike.
The design process involved a comprehensive site assessment and stakeholder collaboration to identify the best longterm value for the facility. Observations confirmed that while the grass is well-maintained, the existing fencing, backstop, and dugout structures are dated and require replacement to provide superior viewing and play conditions. Stakeholders emphasized the need for modern functionality, including a widened perimeter track for community use, consolidated and purpose-built storage sheds, spectator shading, and a double-sided electronic scoreboard to serve both baseball and soccer fields. The goal is to maximize the field’s versatility, ensuring it remains a vibrant hub for competitive play and community events.
