Outdoor Handball Courts Infrastructure

Advocated for the creation of outdoor handball courts by repurposing tennis courts or utilizing park space to support over 80 student players.

Highlighted the lack of summer outdoor courts outside of Harding Middle School.

Stated that graduating eighth graders will have no courts to use at Lakewood High School and supported building more courts.

Shared personal enjoyment of the middle school handball club and advocated for a public court.

Requested Council assistance in building courts so high school students can continue playing outside school.

Stated that a new court is needed for dedicated players and middle schoolers transitioning to high school.

Noted that existing walls and cracked pavement are inadequate and new courts would encourage younger kids.

Noted that handball courts are also useful as multipurpose walls for lacrosse and soccer practice.

Advocated for more courts around Lakewood since facilities are currently restricted to Harding Middle School.

Spoke about community benefits and opportunities created by handball for youth.

Shared personal experiences of getting kicked out of school parking lots over summer while trying to play.

Shared state championship experience and advocated for more courts to serve all age ranges.

Highlighted the inclusive community fostered by handball across age groups and tournaments.