JACKSONVILLE, FL – In October 2025, Cornerstone Classical Academy introduced a new multi-purpose turf field, developed in collaboration with Shaw Sports Turf and Sports Fields Inc., who managed the installation process. As the first Game On field in Jacksonville, this facility distinguishes itself from conventional systems within the region. The field prominently displays a watermarked Spartan logo at midfield, serving as a significant source of pride for both the Academy and the surrounding community.  

Shaw Sports Turf’s Game On technology represents an advancement in synthetic turf innovation and design, offering enhanced customization, performance, and durability. The proprietary tufted-in technology enables logos, lines, and graphics to be directly incorporated into the turf, which reduces the need for inlays, minimizes installation time, and improves visual clarity. Shaw Sports Turf’s Game On technology is supported by a limited lifetime warranty and is available in 23 standard colors, with additional custom options to allow schools to personalize their fields according to their brand, mascot, and school spirit. 

Cornerstone is a VPK-11th charter school (expanding to 12 th). Its approach to excellence in athletics is centered upon an incredible coaching staff focused on developing sport-specific skills and fitness and committed to providing the best and broadest athletic experience possible for its students. The success of its teams is a result of character-driven work ethic and striving for athletic excellence. The new field supports this commitment to excellence through the school’s partnership with Shaw Sports Turf, a brand of Shaw Industries, Inc. 

“Working with Shaw and Sports Fields Inc. was an incredible experience from start to finish. Taking on a major field project in the middle of an active school year was no small challenge, but their team handled every step with professionalism, care, and true partnership,” said Brice Carmichael, Cornerstone’s Director of Facilities.  

Cornerstone chose the Game On system because it offers the perfect blend of performance, safety, and visual appeal - everything the school wanted for its student-athletes and broader community. “The attention to detail and commitment to excellence from both Shaw and Sports Fields Inc. exceeded our expectations. Thanks to their hard work, we not only met our deadline but also created a field that has become a point of pride for our entire campus. We truly believe it’s one of the best-looking fields in the country,” Carmichael continued.  

On completion of this project, Alex Taylor, Preconstruction Manager for the installation partner, Sports Fields Inc. commented, “We are proud to be a part of Cornerstone Classical Academy’s step forward in providing their athletes with an innovative, high quality multi-purpose field. Cornerstone’s investment in Shaw Sports Turf Game On will provide their student athletes an amazing foundation to grow, learn, and play high-level competition sports on the turf industry’s most innovative product. We are honored to have worked alongside Cornerstone to provide a field that fit their exact needs from a performance, safety, and maintenance standpoint.” 

“I am immensely proud to be a part of this field project. By selecting Game On technology, Geofill infill, and NXTPLay Pad, Cornerstone’s field reflects excellence in performance, sustainability, and long-term responsibility.” Said Shaw Sports Turf territory manager Andrew Clifford.” 

This project represents more than a field; it’s a thoughtful investment in the future of student athletics and community wellness by utilizing eco-friendly materials, a cooler playing surface, and a design that supports year-round use. It’s a space built to last, play hard, and bring people together. 

ABOUT SHAW SPORTS TURF    

Shaw Sports Turf is a leading synthetic turf brand in North America. Creating innovative playing surfaces for athletic fields such as football, baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer, and other sports, Shaw Sports Turf products have been featured in more than 4,000 successful installations over the past two decades, including recreational, K-12, collegiate, and high-profile professional sports field installations. Recognizing that it’s more than a field, Shaw Sports Turf products are designed with a strong commitment to performance, playability and sustainability. For more information, please visit www.shawsportsturf.com, call 866-703-4004 or follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn.   

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