Clairton celebrates the groundbreaking of the new Tyler Boyd Stadium

CLAIRTON, Pa. (KDKA) – A special groundbreaking was held Wednesday for the new Tyler Boyd Stadium in Clairton.

After 93 years at the old Neil C. Brown Stadium on Miller Avenue, renovations are underway to what will soon be built named after the best football player in Clairton school history.

Tyler Boyd graduated from Clairton in 2013 legendary high school career in which he scored a WPIAL record 117 touchdowns.

The first phase of the renovation This includes new turf, new lighting, a new press box, a new scoreboard and a new sound system.

“This day has been a long time coming,” said board member Roger Tachoir, who led the effort to raise money to finance the planned renovations.

A second phase of renovations will include new locker rooms, bathrooms and more.

“This just adds to the accolades I’m proud of,” Tyler’s mother said. “You’re just more proud of everything he’s accomplished than you were last time.”

Boyd helped lead the Bears to a 63-1 record during his four years at Clairton, winning four WPIAL titles and four PIAA state championships.

He went on to play at Pitt and is currently in his ninth season in the NFL.