Author: Rob DiFranco
Rob DiFranco served as an Associate Editor for Athletic Turf, utilizing his BA in Journalism from Kent State University, and past experience as a sports reporter for The Morning Journal of Lorain, OH.
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New poll shows NFL Players believe the league’s artificial turf is a “real concern”
Read More: New poll shows NFL Players believe the league’s artificial turf is a “real concern”The survey also names MetLife Stadium as the league’s worst place to play thanks to its controversial turf.
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How the Mariners’ Director of Grounds, Kevin Dvorak, made it to the big leagues
Read More: How the Mariners’ Director of Grounds, Kevin Dvorak, made it to the big leaguesRob DiFranco, associate editor for Athletic Turf, sat down with Kevin Dvorak, director of grounds for the Seattle Mariners, to talk his…
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Inside Kevin Dvorak’s journey from seasonal crew member to director of grounds for the Seattle Mariners
Read More: Inside Kevin Dvorak’s journey from seasonal crew member to director of grounds for the Seattle MarinersFrom college first baseman to head groundskeeper of the Seattle Mariners, Kevin Dvorak has a story unlike anyone else.
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How SubAir Systems helps keep Alabama football’s bermudagrass in top-notch condition
Read More: How SubAir Systems helps keep Alabama football’s bermudagrass in top-notch conditionAlongside a new playing surface, Alabama’s Bryant-Denny Stadium received a new high-tech system to maintain turf moisture and temperature.
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Virginia Tech’s turfgrass research program celebrates 50 years
Read More: Virginia Tech’s turfgrass research program celebrates 50 yearsTurf professionals from across the state visited Blacksburg to learn about new research and ideas in the turf industry.
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