TAG: National Football League (NFL)

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

Grass vs. turf with former NFL cornerback Herm Edwards

June 18, 2024By
Herm Edwards (left) and AT Editor-in-Chief Seth Jones. (Photo: AT staff)

Herman Edwards says there are many reasons why turf fields aren’t just better than what they were in the ‘80s, they can even be preferable to grass. read more

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Bengals unveil new design for FieldTurf playing surface ahead of 2024 season

May 9, 2024By
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The team expects the new FieldTurf playing surface to be fully installed this summer alongside other stadium upgrades. read more

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Hellas installs new synthetic turf at the Indianapolis Colts’ practice center

April 24, 2024By
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The same Matrix Helix turf system with Cushdrain pad and Geo Coolfill infill will be installed at Lucas Oil Stadium this summer. read more

MetLife Stadium to install natural grass playing surface for 2026 World Cup

April 1, 2024By
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The stadium's turf has long been a source of controversy following injuries to several high-profile NFL players. read more