By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer

Indianapolis Colts football players and cheerleaders will be on hand at the Salem High School football field on Friday, October 18, about 90 minutes before kickoff for the West Washington vs. Salem game. The Colts will bring interactive fan activities, including Colts inflatables, a rally towel giveaway, games, a chance to win Colts prizes.

During the 2024 season, the Colts will highlight various community initiatives at five high schools and give fans a chance to learn more, donate or get involved. Indiana high schools to receive visits from Colts players and cheerleaders include Southridge, Northwood, North Putnam, Plainfield and Salem.

The Colts and tour partners will make a $1,000 donation to the Salem’s athletic department during their visit.

Hellas Construction, who built the turf football field at Salem, is one of the partners that arranged for the visit.  Salem was the first high school in Indiana to construct a turf football field.  

Hellas Construction has constructed fields for Indiana University football, and indoor and outdoor fields for the Indianapolis Colts and Lucas Oil Stadium.

Hellas Construction is a premier sports services company committed to delivering solutions to communities and institutions across the United States. By providing innovative products and services, Hellas has earned a reputation as a preferred partner for K-12, collegiate, and professional sports teams.

The company has also served renowned organizations such as the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, Tennessee Titans, Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Rams, Los Angeles Chargers, Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers.