Author Archives: Gary Haliski

The Pirate community celebrated the final major phases of improvements to the south grandstands on September 5th.  Donors and fans were invited to tour new viewing rooms, covered seats, new ticket booths, and concessions stands.  Generous donations of material, labor, … Continue reading →

The Pirate football team opened the 2025 season on the road last weekend with a 43-30 win at Crater.  This Friday, September 5th, the Pirates host the Siulsaw Vikings.  The Siuslaw game will serve as a backdrop to all of … Continue reading →

We’re pleased to announce that we finally have ADA accessibility to the south stands.  This has been a long-time goal.  Also, the Quarterdeck is ready for sign installation, which will be done by Bill Burgher.

More progress has been made and more is on the way. Restrooms are going in, electrical is going in, plumbing is going in, and the concession stand is being built.  Scott Partney’s crew will start the ADA Walkway and stairs … Continue reading →

It didn’t take long for the Pirates to complete the concrete slab for the restroom building.  It was just last week that they started on the project.  The finished product looks great. Next on the list is the masonry restroom … Continue reading →

A lot of progress was made the week of September 11th. Rough-in plumbing was completed. Pouring concrete is soon to follow. The ticket booth is almost done and all of the viewing boxes now have signs to direct fans to … Continue reading →

Permits have been issued by the City of Coos Bay for more work at Susick Stadium.  The south stands and surrounding area should be much improved for the 2023 football season. The Advanced Construction Class at Marshfield is currently building … Continue reading →

Thank you for your generous donations! You should have received a letter asking you to fill out a template for your recognition plaque.  If you have not received a letter, email mhsalums@gmail.com .

Here’s a link to a wonderful article about many of the Raise the Roof contributors.  The article was written by John Gunther of The World newspaper.  We are almost to the finish line, but can always use more donations to … Continue reading →

We’re getting very close to completing the project.  There are just three components left 1) ADA accessibility, 2) restrooms, and 3) concession stands complete with disaster relief enhancements.  Now for the final push. We kicked off our campaign several years … Continue reading →