In 2007, Jackson Academy became one of the first fields in the state of Mississippi to introduce an artificial playing surface on its football field. The turf had a multi-purpose plan and it was certainly put to use over the course of its first 11 years of existence.

With the turf nearing the end of its lifespan The Jackson Academy Athletic Booster Club teamed up with The Jackson Academy Association to fully fund a resurfacing of The Brickyard turf. This also included adding play clocks in each end zone and resurfacing the running track around the field.

The Raiders and Lady Raiders look forward to putting the turf to good use and look forward to your support of their games at The Brickyard.