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Building on the Legacy

Building on the Legacy is a $6.5M capital campaign to make upgrades to our outdoor athletic facilities. Through this campaign, WLHS will put turf on the main and multi-purpose fields, pour a new track, add digital scoreboard, upgrade lighting, increase parking, and more!

Curious to know how work on the new outdoor athletic field is coming?

BOTL Outdoor Athletic Complex Tours

WLHS is excited to offer a behind the scenes glimpse at the new outdoor athletic complex. Click the link below to sign up for a 30 minute tour slot. During the tour, you will see the progress of the project and learn more about the impact these important upgrades will have for WLHS students.

Here is some additional information:
  • Each tour is limited to 15 guests and lasts approximately 30 minutes.
  • Closed toe shoes must be worn on the tour.
  • Meet at the outdoor concession stand, and please arrive at least 5 minutes before the start of your tour.
  • Parking is closed in the WLHS parking lot for the month of July, so please plan to utilize street parking.
  • On the tour you will be walking on uneven surfaces, and restrooms are not available.
If you would like a tour and have any concerns about accessibility, please contact Anna Mattox at anna.mattox@wlhs.org.

We've Got March Madness!

For the month of March 2022, starting Monday, March 7, on Mondays-Fridays, we'll share something different about the Building on the Legacy campaign. Each day will have a different contest, way to give, or video/info to share. Stay tuned and follow us on social media and #BOLTFavFriday.

Monday Madness

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  • Week #1 - Giveaway

    Every Monday, any gift that is given on that Monday for Building on the Legacy will be entered in a drawing. Click here to donate!

    Week #1: $50 VISA Gift Card
    Winner: Joanne Straub ('75)

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  • Week #2 - Giveaway

    Every Monday, any gift that is given on that Monday for Building on the Legacy will be entered in a drawing. Click here to donate!

    Week #2: Two BOTL Mugs
    Winner: Matt Zeitler ('14)

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  • Week #3 - Giveaway

    Every Monday, any gift that is given on that Monday for Building on the Legacy will be entered in a drawing. Click here to donate!

    Week #3: Two VIP Spots for Homecoming 2022
    Winner: Jodi Sievert

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  • Week #4 - Giveaway

    Every Monday, any gift that is given on that Monday for Building on the Legacy will be entered in a drawing. Click here to donate!

    Week #4: Wisco wearable
    Winner: Mary Williamson

Talk It Up Tuesday

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Wisco Wednesday

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  • Week #1 - ProBlend System

    "The Midwest Sport & Turf Systems team is excited to partner with Wisconsin Lutheran High School this summer for the installation of a new state of the art synthetic turf systems for all students and athletes to use for many years to come.

    The Wisco project is special to me as I grew close with numerous alumni in my college days at Bethany Lutheran College (BLC) in Mankato, Minn.  My classmates at BLC expressed their pride and love for the Wisco educational community with fond memories while building deep Christian values. Wisco will have elite facilities that will turn heads when they drive by campus!"

    — Ryan Anderson, M.Ed, CMAA
    Vice President, Sales, Midwest Sport & Turf Systems

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  • Week #2 - Hobart Coated Fieldturf Track

    The WLHS running track will be finished with Beynon Sports’ specialized Hobart Texture, which locks the EPDM granules in place with an exclusive polyurethane binder and water based aliphatic coating. The texture significantly improves the surface durability and offers an unmatched performance experience. 
     
    The system is installed in two layers. First a force reduction layer of two-component polyurethane intermixed with cryogenically ground fine mesh SBR rubber is poured on the foundation and is covered with a wear layer of two-component polyurethane and EPDM granules. Then the Hobart texture is sprayed on the surface to complete the installation.

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  • Week #3 - Strength & Conditioning Coach Matt Zeitler

    "There are very few, if any, high schools in Wisconsin that have a dedicated full time strength and conditioning coach. My position is unique, most sport coaches only coach a team or two and will only interact with those athletes. I interact with almost every athlete on campus as well as other students. I am a part of every coaching staff here at WLHS. Almost every team is training in season. The weight room was seen as just a space for 'boys football,' but now it includes more girls and every sport training."

    "I am here to build relationships with students, build confidence, and help them reach their goals/potential. We are reducing the risk of injury. Strength and speed training is what will help Wisco athletics reach the next level."

    — Matt Zeitler ('14)
    WLHS Strength & Conditioning Coach

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Throwback Thursday

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  • Week #1 - 1951 Marching Band

    It's BOTL Throwback Thursday, and we are throwing it way back to the 1951 Viking Marching Band! Do you recognize anyone in the band?

    In honor of the year '51, please consider giving a gift of $51 today towards "Building on the Legacy," our outdoor athletic facilities update project. The new turf multipurpose field, complete with field lights, will allow marching band members to practice during the ever-changing Midwest weather on an even surface, regardless of the time of day.

    Visit our Facebook page here, to like, share and comment!

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  • Week #2 - 1934 Football Team

    We're throwing it back to the 1934 WLHS football team for BOTL Throwback Thursday!

    In honor of the year 1934, please consider giving a gift of $34 today towards "Building on the Legacy," our outdoor athletic facilities update project.

    Fun fact about this photo: the man in the middle of the bottom row is Wilmer Guenther ('35), grandfather to BOTL Campaign Chairman Jeff Guenther ('01)!

    Visit our Facebook page here, to like, share and comment!

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  • Week #3 - 1968 Track Team

    We’re throwin' it back today with a photo of the 1968 track team for BOTL Throwback Thursday!

    In honor of the year 1968, please consider giving a gift of $68 today towards "Building on the Legacy." The new polyurethane poured track, scoreboard with LED display and capabilities, and field events area will allow WLHS to host Track & Field Invitational, Regional, and Sectional meets. It will also allow us to continue hosting grade school track meets and rent the facilities to members of the community, impacting hundreds of students, parents, and friends each year!

    Visit our Facebook page here, to like, share and comment!

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  • Week #4 - 2010 Boys Soccer

    It's BOTL Throwback Thursday, and we're traveling back to 2010 with a photo of the Varsity Soccer Team!

    ]In honor of the year 2010, please consider giving a gift of $10 today towards "Building on the Legacy." The new turf field will allow us to potentially host regional and sectional soccer games, as well as continue to host home soccer games and practices. It will also allow us to keep having Viking Explorers Soccer Camp in the summer and a variety of Jr. Viking programs throughout the year!

Favorite Friday

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  • Photos & Memories

    Post your favorite photo or memory on YOUR social media with #BOTLFavFriday

Building on the Legacy

WLHS outdoor athletic fields have always been a training ground for students to grow, serve and lead. One of the most important ways that training takes place is through Christian coaches, teachers, and directors.

Building on the Legacy campaign will go towards:

  • Install artificial turf on both the main field and multipurpose field
  • Add & improve auxiliary energy efficient LED lighting
  • Replace the current track with a full polyurethane poured track
  • Build a 24’ x 24’ athletic trainer facility with additional storage
  • Add batting cages for softball and baseball
  • Increase parking by more than 40%
  • Support a full-time strength and conditioning coach

Together We Can Reach Our $6.5M Goal!

Proposed Outdoor Athletic Complex

330 N. Glenview Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53213
Phone: 414-453-4567  |  Fax: 414-453-3001