Industry

Turface, field managers focus on education at distributor meeting

December 17, 2013By AT Staff

Turface Athletics and its industry partners provided sports field management education to more than 100 distributor representatives at the company’s distributor meeting Nov. 5-7 in Orlando, Fla. Turface distributors from across the country gathered for an educational event that included a speaker panel, classroom education and field demonstrations from several of the industry’s most respected field managers. “We had incredible... read more

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ASBA honors distinguished sports facilities

December 17, 2013By AT Staff

The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) presented annual construction excellence awards at its ASBA Technical Meeting Dec. 6-10 in San Antonio, Texas. Awards are given in the following categories: Tennis Courts, Running Tracks, Sports Fields and Track and Field Facilities. Additional honors are given in the ‘Green’ competition, for award-winning athletic facilities that use the most eco-friendly design, construction and... read more

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Attendees to have a ‘field day’ with TPI at International Education Conference

November 14, 2013By Jim Novak

Turgrass Producers International is pulling out all the stops to make its International Education Conference in Orlando, Fla. (February 24-27, 2014) a success. In addition to having two full days of education and exhibits, there will also be a Field Day. TPI has always known that many cool-season turfgrass producers would like to attend a Field Day, but often can’t... read more

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Grow your business by joining the STC

November 14, 2013By Terrie Ward

In today’s volatile economy, growing a business and generating new customers can be a challenge. For companies that belong to the Synthetic Turf Council (STC), the STC provides the credibility and tools their member companies need to differentiate and grow their businesses, expand their personal and professional network, and stay on the leading edge of industry innovation and best practices. ... read more

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Youth sports study claims helmet use may not reduce concussions

November 13, 2013By AT Staff

Young athletes in the U.S. face a “culture of resistance” to reporting when they might have a concussion and to complying with treatment plans, which could endanger their well-being, according to a new report from the Institute of Medicine and National Research Council. The report provides a broad examination of concussions in a variety of youth sports with athletes aged... read more

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