Turf Use

Tampa Bay Rays face stadium crisis after Hurricane Milton

November 14, 2024By
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Tropicana Field, home of the Rays since 1998, sustained significant damage in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton on Oct. 9, when winds destroyed 18 of the stadium's 24 fabric roof panels. read more

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Athletics to play on natural grass in Sacramento next year

October 28, 2024By
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The MLB's Athletics will play their 2025 season in Sacramento, sharing Sutter Health Park with the Sacramento River Cats. read more

Hurricanes hit sports field managers in the Southeast

October 10, 2024By
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Hurricane Helene hit sports field managers in the Carolinas hard, causing cancelations and massive damage. In Canton, N.C., the football field at Pisgah High School sustained severe damage for the second time in three years. In 2021, Tropical Storm Fred temporarily shut down the team’s stadium due to flooding. The school’s softball field also took heavy damage, although Pisgah Athletic... read more

From setbacks to success: How TurfMend’s co-founder is redefining sports turf care with innovative solutions

September 26, 2024By
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Jeff Stahman, co-owner and CEO of TurfMend, shares his story in the turf industry. read more

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SiteOne Landscape Supply releases new formula and colors for Lesco Tournament Turf Paint

September 25, 2024By
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SiteOne Landscape Supply also added two new colors to the palette, including a "Fluorescent Orange" and "Fluorescent Pink." read more

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