
Menasha Blue Jays Find New Home After Tornado Damage
The Menasha Blue Jays began their season at the Banta Bowl after an EF3 tornado damaged their home stadium, with fans, coaches and players highlighting the town's unwavering support.
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The Menasha Blue Jays began their season at the Banta Bowl after an EF3 tornado damaged their home stadium, with fans, coaches and players highlighting the town's unwavering support.

The Menasha Blue Jays will open their 2026 high school football season at Lawrence University’s Banta Bowl, with special entry rules for fans and students.
A basketball camp organized by former Wisconsin Badgers player Brian Butch brought together local coaches and players to raise almost $10,000 for families impacted by the recent EF‑3 tornado across Appleton, Fox Crossing, Neenah and Menasha.
An EF-3 tornado destroyed Calder Stadium in July, forcing the Menasha High School football team to relocate practices and games. With strong support from local officials and university partners, players and coaches remain focused on the upcoming season.
A July 27 tornado damaged the football stadium of Menasha High School, but coaches, neighbors and rival schools are already arranging new practice sites and preserving the upcoming season.