East Liverpool is making upgrades to historic Patterson Field, including turf, wheelchair accessibility, fencing and upgraded walkways.

The facility, built in 1928 has been the home to East Liverpool football for 94 years,

'Not only will student athletes benefit from this improvement but many student and community groups will also be able to utilize the facility," said superintendent Jonathan Ludwig.

The new turf will allow Patterson Field to host three times as many events .

Construction is set to begin next month and be completed by the end of July.