TAG: Kentucky

SFMA honors 2024 Field of the Year winners

February 19, 2025By

The Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) — a non-profit, professional association for the nearly 2,500 men and women who manage sports fields worldwide — unveiled its 2024 “Field of the Year” winners. This award spotlights the individuals and programs that excelled this year in providing quality, safe playing surfaces. Every year, SFMA presents the industry’s highest honor to members who... read more

Kentucky Downs to hire new full-time turf course manager and groundskeeper

January 23, 2023By

The new hire will work closely with consultant Butch Lehr and Ted Nicholson, Kentucky Downs vice president for racing and includes full benefits. read more

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Test equipment in the Outdoor Demo Yard at the 2022 Equip Exposition

September 15, 2022By

Newly expanded to nearly 30 acres, the outdoor demo space allows attendees to test new equipment and see if it's right for their business before investing. read more

PGMS to host educational seminars at 2022 Equip Exposition

September 15, 2022By

The Professional Grounds Management Society School of Grounds Management is set to offer education sessions at Equip Expo in Louisville, Ky., this year. read more

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Churchill Downs to install new turf course

December 10, 2020By

Churchill Downs Racetrack says it will invest $10 million to install a new turf course that will widen the running surface and increase the durability to allow more turf racing throughout the year at the historic home of the Kentucky Derby. The capital project will begin immediately after the completion of the 2021 Spring Meet and be ready for turf... read more

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