Florida - Athletic Turf

STMA names winner of “Stars and Stripes” field art contest

July 18, 2018By AT Staff

Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) has named Ryder Haulk, assistant sports field manager for Purdue University Athletics, in West Lafayette, Ind., winner of the annual “Stars and Stripes” field art contest. Haulk’s “Red, White and Purdue” design at Bittinger Stadium shattered previous voting records, garnering 2,019 online “likes” nationwide and earning him a complimentary pass to the 2019 STMA Annual... read more

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Hellas expands with Miami office, hires new vp

April 18, 2018By AT Staff

Hellas Construction moves forward with plans to open a new Florida office to better serve the Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars, along with Hellas’ primary customers, including K-12 schools, parks and recreation facilities and universities within in the state. Newly-hired Regional Vice President Fausto Rozon is responsible for developing business, running operations, and overseeing the opening of Hellas’ new office to... read more

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STMA board of directors take office

February 16, 2018By AT Staff

The 2018 STMA Board of Directors officially took office. The elections were held electronically in November to mid-December. Sarah Martin, CSFM, and Foreman I and Turf Manager at Reach 11 Sports Complex for the City of Phoenix, was elected President. Other Officers elected include: President-Elect – Jody Gill, CSFM, Grounds Coordinator, Blue Valley School District (Overland Park, Kan.) Immediate Past... read more

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Educational lineup for 2018 STMA Conference and Exhibition

December 15, 2017By AT Staff

The 2018 STMA Conference and Exhibition will be taking place Jan. 16-19 in Fort Worth, Texas. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect from this year’s event: Tues., Jan. 16 STMA Short Courses – 2:30 – 5 p.m. Should Financing & Leasing be a Part of Your Acquisition Strategy? Speaker: Paul Danielson, CSE – The Toro Co. Historically, equipment... read more

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STMA Nominating Committee sets the Slate of Candidates for the 2018 Board of Directors elections

November 16, 2017By AT Staff

The STMA Nominating Committee has set the Slate of Candidates for the 2018 Board of Directors elections. They will present the slate later this month via electronic ballot to the membership – complete with bios, vision statements and photos of those slated. The Nominating Process is straightforward, guided by a timetable and process outlined in the Election SOP. Members interested... read more