Crew to build mini-pitch at local Columbus elementary school

Courtesy of Columbus Crew SCThe 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. The field will be built with lights and will be open to the community for day and evening…