The new owners of Columbus Crew SC are intent on becoming a part of the fabric of the city and have sought opportunities to give back. The planned redevelopment of MAPFRE Stadium into a practice facility for the team community park was the first major step. On Wednesday, the team announced the next step with the unveiling of a mini field to be built this summer at Eakin Elementary in the Hilltop area of Columbus.
The project is a joint effort between the Columbus Crew SC Foundation, the U.S. Soccer Foundation, Columbus City Schools and Columbus Recreation and Parks.