TAG: Sports Field Management Association (SFMA)

14 facilities awarded STMA’s Environmental Facility Certification

April 18, 2018By

The Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) recognized 14 facilities with the organization’s Environmental Facility Certification. These STMA members and their facilities showcase ecologically-friendly and sustainable best practices. Since the first certification was awarded to the Red Bull Training Facility and Red Bull Arena in 2016, 30 other STMA facilities have achieved environmental certification. “Our members recognize the tremendous benefits adopting... read more

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Turface Athletics, GASTMA host 150 at annual field day

April 17, 2018By
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Turface Athletics, in partnership with the Georgia Sports Turf Managers Association (GASTMA), hosted its annual Field Day at Georgia Institute of Technology to bolster awareness and education in the field maintenance industry. On April 10, 150 industry professionals joined Turface and GASTMA at Georgia Tech for a day of educational presentations, equipment exhibitions and networking. Spanning across Georgia Tech’s facilities,... read more

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Updated STMA Playing Conditions Index now available

March 16, 2018By

With the help of Dr. Brad Fresenburg, STMA has updated the Playing Conditions Index (PCI) to conduct a Field Performance Study to investigate if it is possible to determine when a field becomes unsafe for athletes. The PCI is available for members only. The PCI is now available in a digital format for both natural grass fields and synthetic turf... read more

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STMA opens up job board to everyone

March 16, 2018By

Looking for a job in the sports turf industry and not having luck with traditional job websites? The Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) is here to help. STMA has opened up its job board to everyone. No membership required. To post a job, internship or resume, simply fill out one form, add your company’s logo and a way for an... read more

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STMA Past President Wightman inducted into MLB Groundskeepers Hall of Fame

February 16, 2018By

Steve Wightman has been inducted into the Major League Baseball (MLB) Groundskeepers Hall of Fame. Before retiring in 2012, Wightman managed sports fields for more than 39 years (36 years at the professional level). Active member in the sports turf industry since 1978, he served as STMA President from 1984-1986 and held several leadership positions within local chapters and advisory... read more

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