News Summary
Conway High School and Aynor High School are set to receive significant upgrades to their baseball and softball facilities as part of Horry County Schools’ athletic improvement plan. Renovations will enhance playing surfaces with new irrigation systems, underdrain systems, and raised bleacher seating for better visibility. Additional improvements include netted backstops, new press boxes, and upgraded concession areas. This initiative reflects a commitment to provide modern, safe environments for student athletes and enhance the local sports culture. Future upgrades are already planned for other schools in the district as well.
Conway, South Carolina—Significant upgrades are on the way for the baseball and softball facilities at Conway High School and Aynor High School, as part of phase six of Horry County Schools’ comprehensive athletic improvement plan. The renovations are set to commence on July 15, 2025, and aim to enhance the playing surfaces and overall experiences for both athletes and fans.
The upgrades will be carried out over several years, projected to continue through 2029, with two schools undergoing renovations at a time. The improvements will include the installation of new irrigation systems across all district fields to ensure better maintenance and play conditions.
Another key feature of the renovations is an extensive underdrain system designed to alleviate persistent drainage issues that have affected the fields, particularly during early spring conditions. This upgrade aims to improve the usability of the fields, allowing for more consistent playing conditions for the athletes.
One of the most notable enhancements will be the installation of raised, stadium-style bleacher seating. The seating will stand approximately three and a half feet off the ground, providing improved sightlines for fans. Conway High, as a Class 5A school, will accommodate around 500 seats, while Aynor High, as a Class 3A school, will feature approximately 400 seats. The smaller Class 1A Green Sea Floyds is expected to have about 300 seats. Moreover, the new seating will also meet ADA accessibility standards, ensuring that all fans can enjoy the games comfortably.
In addition to the bleachers, the facilities will see the replacement of traditional chainlink fences with netted backstops. This change aims to enhance visibility for fans and create a more enjoyable viewing experience. Both schools will also feature new press boxes as part of the renovations, contributing to better media coverage of the games.
Further improvements include new restrooms and concession stand areas, enhancing the overall game-day experience for spectators. Fence lines around dugouts and outfield areas are also set to be replaced, alongside the installation of new 30-foot foul poles to clearly indicate fair and foul territories on the field. Additional upgrades will encompass bullpen enhancements, cosmetic work to dugouts, and new covered batting cage tunnels.
The excitement surrounding these upgrades reflects a broader commitment from Horry County Schools’ facilities department and the school board to enrich the athletic landscape within the community. Athletic directors have expressed optimism about the positive impact these improvements will have on student athletes and local sports culture.
Looking ahead, future upgrades are already scheduled under the same plan. In 2026, improvements are planned for Carolina Forest and Green Sea Floyds. The following years will bring enhancements to St. James and Myrtle Beach in 2027, Loris and Socastee softball in 2028, and North Myrtle Beach and Socastee baseball/softball in 2029.
This comprehensive program signifies a substantial investment in local sports facilities, emphasizing the importance of providing safe, up-to-date environments for athletes and their supporters. The anticipated upgrades at Conway and Aynor High Schools are just part of a larger vision to improve athletic infrastructure across the Horry County School District.
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