MSU to research 2026 North American World Cup grass
FIFA will fund the construction and maintenance of indoor testing facilities at Michigan State University to support the MSU Turf-grass…
AI fails to see logic in infill-ban
An Artificial Intelligence machine has questioned the logic behind the proposed ban on polymeric infill. The machine was asked five…
Fields after the winter break
Erwin Beltman was the head groundsman for stadium De Kuip in the Netherlands between 2013 and 2022. In that period,…
Alveosport introduces bio-based shock pad
Alveosport has launched its ISCC PLUS certified shock pad. The shock pad is made using certified resin produced with feedstock…
Padel and noise pollution guidelines
A special task force initiated by the Dutch Tennis Association (KNLTB), has produced some 'Padel and noise' guidelines. One of…
FIFA releases updated version Natural Turf guidelines
The FIFA Quality Programme team has released an updated version of the Natural Turf Guidelines. The guideliness were previously known…
Can a new ball end hockey’s water challenge?
A self-wetting hockey ball that mimics watered field interactions on a dry surface might offer an affordable solution to hockey…
The FIFA World Cup fields
Erwin Beltman was the head groundsman for stadium De Kuip in the Netherlands between 2013 and 2022. In that period,…
Which is better: brushing or raking?
Opinions about whether brushing or raking third-generation synthetic turf fields is better for the field are divided. A grant from…
Cricket NSW announces infrastructure priorities
Cricket NSW in Australia has announced a host of priority infrastructure and community projects seeking investment by political parties ahead…