Granby Memorial High School has new bleachers in the gymnasium, marking a milestone in the school’s ongoing efforts to improve campus infrastructure and enhance experiences for students, families and community members.
The new seating was completed and officially installed by BSN Sports, replacing benches that were original to the school and served spectators for more than 30 years. The new bleachers hold approximately 460 people, an increase of more than 100 seats, and are ADA compliant.
The upgraded bleachers are designed to provide safer, more comfortable and more welcoming seating for indoor events. While the prior bleachers had to be opened and closed manually by section, the new bleachers open and close all at once via an electrical controller—in under 60 seconds. Administrators and staff are excited anticipating the stands filled with school spirit at upcoming events.
Superintendent Cheri Burke and school administrators thanked the district’s facilities team for bringing the project to completion as well as Director of Athletics Karl Gates for advocating the project and assisting in the design. Students and families are looking forward to cheering on the Bears from the new stands during the upcoming athletics season.
Submitted by Granby Public Schools