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2011 January   2011 February
Volume #27, No. 1 Volume #27, No. 2
Page Sections/Selected Titles
1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Turf Managers can do (Nearly) Anything
7 President's Message: Memorable Experiences
8 Green Media 2010 Most Influential People: Sports Turf Well Represented in Green Media's 2010 Most Influential People in the Green Industry Awards
8 -Dale Getz, CSFM: The Toro Company
10 -Dr. Frank Rossi and His Family: Cornell University
10 -Doug Schattinger: Pioneer Athletics
12 -Den Gardner: Man of Many Hats
14 -Dr. Fred Yelverton: North Carolina State
14 -Bob Curry: Covermaster, Inc.
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Holes on Soccer Field Sidelines
18 Field Science
18 -Pesticide Ban Impacts: Three Perspectives from Canada
22 -Maximizing the Durability of Athletic Fields
28 -Technology and the Turfgrass Management Industry
34 Facility & Operations
34 -Rain Gardens for Sports Fields?
38 -3D Scanning and High Definition Surveying for Synthetic Turf Athletic Fields, Running Tracks, and Sport Courts
42 -More Outdoor Synthetic Turf Adhesive Information
46 -The Value of Certification
48 Tools & Equipment
49 STMA in Action
49 -Benefits of Certification Verified: Ask the CSFM: Allen Johnson, CSFM, Fields Manager, Green Bay Packers
50 -2010 Field of the Year Award Winners
50 -2010 SAFE Scholarship Winners
51 -Strickland, Meredith, Ball & Tamaska Win MiLB Turf Awards
52 Marketplace
53 Advertisers' Index
54 Q&A: Tiger Stripe Field
Page Sections/Selected Titles
1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Pitches & Catchers
7 President's Message: Three-Legged Stool: Money, Transparency, and Member Service
8 STMA President: Leader by Design: Troy Smith, CSFM, Seems to have been Destined for Leadership in the Sports Turf Arena
14 Field Science
14 -Skin Surface Selection and Management for Infield
18 -What's Your Infield Mix?
20 -Factors to Consider When Total Infield Renovation is not an Option
24 -Recovering Turf from Severe Weather
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: 4-5 Inch Deep Brown Depressions
26 Facility & Operations
26 -What I Wished I had Learned in Turf School
28 -One Option for Keeping Your Indoor Facility Clean
30 -Tips on Maintaining Infill Synthetic Turf
32 Irrigation & Drainage: Building Good Drainage for Synthetic Fields
35 ASBA Presents First Green Award
36 Tools & Equipment
36 -STMA Honors Three Companies with Inaugural Innovation Awards
38 STMA in Action
38 -2011 STMA Conference Sees 7% Attendance Increase
38 -2011 Board of Directors Election Results
40 -Mercer Wins Leadership Award for His Environmental Stewardship
40 -SAFE Jacobsen Golf Tournament, Auctions Highlight Fundraising Efforts
41 -Leo Goertz Wins Harry C. Gill Founders Award
42 -Ask a CSFM: Benefits of Certification Verified: Abby NcMeal, Director of Turf Management, Wake Forest University
42 -Purdue Wins 4-Year, Mt. San Antonio College 2-Year in Student Challenge
44 Marketplace
45 Advertisers' Index
46 Q&A: Let It Snow
   
   
2011 March 2011 April
Volume #27, No. 3 Volume #27, No. 4
Page Sections/Selected Titles
1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Averting Another Tragedy
7 President's Message: Always Moving Forward
8 Field Science
8 -Pre-Emergence Weed Control
10 -New Herbicides for 2011
12 -The Soil Profile: Lindbergh High School
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Brown Spots on Turf
18 Facility & Operations
18 -Turf Managers at Increased Risk of Skin Cancer
20 -Hosting a Successful STMA Local Chapter Event
22 -Want to be an Environmental Steward? Here's How
24 -Factors to Consider Before Building a New Sports Field Complex
28 -Assignments and Grounds Crew Work Plan for the Seattle Mariners
34 -Design and Material Selection for Newest MLB Facility
34 -Interview with Joe Traficano, West Coast Turf
40 -Maintaining Men's Lacrosse Fields
42 Tools & Equipment
42 -New Infield Skin Products Help Manage Moisture
48 Ask a CSFM: John Watt, CSFM, Athletic Field Manager, North Kansas City Schools
48 Jacobsen Celebrates 90th Anniversary
50 Field of the Year: Sowell & Crew Win One for the Natural State
54 STMA in Action
54 -STMA Regional Conference Heads to Volunteer Country
54 -Future Regional Conference Locations
55 -New Jersey Sports Turf Managers Oppose Pesticide Ban Proposal
56 Marketplace
57 Advertisers' Index
58 Q&A: What is Important Now?
Page Sections/Selected Titles
1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Shallow Questions to Ponder
7 President's Message: Education Opportunities "Spring" Up
8 Field Science
8 -CO2: How Sports Turf Helps Reduce the Carbon Footprint
14 -Tips from David Frey
18 -Converting a Field from Kentucky Bluegrass to Hybrid Bermudagrass
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Green Turf with Brown Turf Surrounding
24 Facility & Operations
24 -STMA's Playing Conditions Index Revisited
28 -2010 NFLPA Playing Surfaces Opinion Survey
30 -Build the Ground Work Properly When Choosing Your Field Surface
32 -Recycling Synthetic Turf Fields and Infill Material: Case Study
36 -How to Ask for a Raise
38 -Tree Selection and Planting: Recommendations for Optimum Planting Success
40 Irrigation and Drainage: Improving Baseball Field Drainage
42 Tools & Equipment
42 -Putting the Pixels Together in Turfgrass Management
42 -How Refueling Propane-Powered Equipment Works
46 Field of the Year: Allen Overcomes Drainage Issues, Wins College Softball Award
50 STMA in Action
50 -Kudos to Committees!
51 -Regional Conference in Knoxville, TN - Details
51 Ask a CSFM: Michael DiDonato, CSFM, Grounds Coordinator, Windham High School, Gorham, ME
52 Marketplace
53 Advertisers' Index
54 Q&A: The All Iowa Lawn Tennis Club
   
   
2011 May 2011 June
Volume #27, No. 5 Volume #27, No. 6
Page Sections/Selected Titles
1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Jobs, Jobs, Jobs
7 President's Message: Greetings! Saludos!
8 Field Science
8 -Study: Natural Turf Use Levels
12 -Managing Insect Pests
12 --Mountain Pine Beetle
14 --Annual Bluegrass Weevil
16 Facility & Operations
16 -Cleaning and the Condition of Artificial Surfaces
20 -Turf Textbooks 101: What's Currently Being Taught
26 -When It's "Showtime," You can't Just Show Up
30 -New Panel Technology for Field Bases
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Green Turf with Brown Rectangular Area
32 Irrigation & Drainage: Update on Irrigating Synthetic Turf
34 Tools & Equipment: Products
36 Field of the Year: High School Instructor Leads Another Winning Team
40 STMA in Action
40 -STMA Exhibitors: Plan Now to Enter Your Information
40 -Mt. San Antonio College Reinvesting Student Challenge Winnings
42 -Knoxville Regional Conference Promises Education and Fun at Great Value
42 -5 Tips to Getting the Job
43 Ask a CSFM: Joseph Creadon, CSFM, Supervisor of Grounds, School District U-46, Elgin, IL
44 Marketplace
45 Advertisers' Index
46 Q&A: Never Stop Learning
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1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Mini-Helicopter & Camera Produce Unique Photos
7 President's Message: The Benefits of Board Service
8 Field Science
8 -Alternative Sod Installation Timing to Extend the Growing Season in the Northeast
12 -Overseeding Bermudagrass Fields on the North Edge of the Transition Zone
14 -Water's True Impact on Your Sports Turf: And What It All Means for Decision Making
18 -Hygroscopic and Humectant Technology Use for Water Management Challenges
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: White Objects Growing in Turf
19 Facility & Operations
19 -ASBA Recognizes New Certified Field Builders
20 -Is There Any Way to Cool Synthetic Turf?
23 -Illinois Parks Manager Saving Money & Water with Zoysiagrass
24 -Using Signage to Educate the Public About Your Environmental Stewardship
28 -New Home for College World Series Handles Water Problems
32 Irrigation & Drainage: Storm Water Management
35 Tools & Equipment
37 Field of the Year: Daily Tournament Conditions Make for Field of the Year Winner
41 STMA in Action
41 -How to get Hired: Advice from Two Savvy Employers
41 -12 Tips to Make Your Résumé Stand Out
42 -The Nominating Committee Asks for Your Help
43 Ask a CSFM: Joe Collins, CSFM, Director of Grounds, Samford University, Birmingham, AL
44 Marketplace
45 Advertisers' Index
46 Q&A: Protecting Our Precious Water
   
   
2011 July 2011 August
Volume #27, No. 7 Volume #27, No. 8
Page Sections/Selected Titles
1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Education Opportunities Shouldn't be Missed
7 President's Message: Storms' Long-Term Impact Unknown
8 Field Science
8 -Are You Getting the Most from Your Granular Nitrogen Fertilizers?
16 -Precision Turfgrass Management for Athletic Fields
22 -Tips from NFL Turf Veteran Ross Kurcab, CSFM
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Small Mounds on Turf
24 Facility & Operations
24 -Money-Saving Tips from Parks & Rec Pros
26 -Synthetic Turf Update from STMA Conference
28 -Field Painting Tips & Disaster Stories
30 -Defending Your "Turf"
32 -Will Outsourcing Become the New Normal?
36 Irrigation & Drainage
36 -Smart Irrigation Month: Why It's Important to Sports Turf Managers
40 -Water Management: Using Soil Surfactants
42 Tools & Equipment
42 -Propane Group Highlights On-Site Refueling Options
44 Field of the Year: Grow-In Results in Field of the Year Award for North Scott Community
50 STMA in Action
50 -STMA Streamlines the Field of the Year Awards Process
50 -Winners Reflect on FOY Award
51 Ask a CSFM: Matt Duncan, CSFM, Central Farm & Garden
51 Marketplace
53 Advertisers' Index
54 Q&A: Head Games
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1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Communication Technology Overload
7 President's Message :Mensaje del Presidente
8 Field Science
8 -NTEP Traffic Testing Results
8 -Traffic Simulation
16 -Building a Better Pitch at the University of Kentucky
20 -Fighting Fire Ants in Sports Turf
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Brown Line on Turf
22 Facility & Operations
22 -Avoid Voiding Your Turf Warranty
27 -Building Your Personal Brand in the Sports Turf Industry
28 -Lista de Seguridad y Mantención de los Campos de Fútbol y Fútbol Americano
32 -Notes from STMA Southeast Conference Presentations
36 Tools & Equipment
36 -Verticutting 101
38 -Using a Web-Based Weather Service
40 Field of the Year: Crew in Columbus Handles All Comers, Wins Field of the Year Award
44 STMA in Action
44 -Southeast Regional Conference Draws Good Crowd
44 -STMA Program Deadlines Approaching
44 -Electronic Version of STMA PCI Now Available
45 -Ask a CSFM: Mike Andresen, CSFM, Facilities & Grounds Director, Iowa State University
47 -2012 Conference Offers Pre-Conference Workshops
48 Marketplace
49 Advertisers' Index
50 Q&A: Unwanted Mowing Pattern
   
   
2011 September 2011 October
Volume #27, No. 9 Volume #27, No. 10
Page Sections/Selected Titles
1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Fasbender on Football Fields
7 President's Message: Board Approves New Membership Category & Internship Grant
8 Facility & Operations
8 -Points to Consider About Mowing into Facilities Management
12 -STMA Members Serving Their Communities
16 -Advice for Maintaining Non-Turf Surfaces
20 -Building Your Brand Via Social Media
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Dark Green Turf Around Mound
22 Field Science
22 -State of Seed Supply Report
24 -Are Injuries on Synthetic Turf Still a Sore Subject?
28 -Technical Manager Discusses Diseases, Weeds and Insect Pests
30 Irrigation & Drainage: Principles of Good Drainage
34 Tools & Equipment
34 -Chainsaw Use, Maintenance & Safety
36 Field of the Year: Award Winner Among 30 Fields Spread Over 90 Square Miles
40 STMA in Action
40 -STMA Members Asked to Approve Bylaws Change
40 -Ask a CSFM: Martin Kaufman, CSFM, Head Groundsman and Sports Field Manager, Ensworth Schools, Nashville, TN
41 -Meet the Members Who Missed the Directory Printing
42 -Building an International Network One Contact at a Time
44 Marketplace
45 Advertisers Index
46 Q&A: Sowing Thoughts for Fall Sports
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1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: Leaders Failing College Athletics
7 President's Message: Make Your Plans for Long Beach Conference
8 Field Science
8 -Quantitative and Qualitative Comparison of Baseball Mound Clays
12 -Wear Injury on Sports Fields: BMP Approach
16 -Sustainability: It is not a Small World After All
20 -Athletic Field Cultivation & Topdressing: How Much Field Area does Your Program Actually Impact?
22 -The Soil Profile: Stockton College of New Jersey
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Brown Turf Across the End Zones of Four Fields on a 25-Field Complex
26 Facility & Operations
26 -Prepping for the Powder: How to Prepare for Any Snow Event
32 -STMA Professional Development: The Value of Implementing an Internship at Your Facility
30 Irrigation & Drainage: Winterizing Your Irrigation System
34 Tools & Equipment
34 -Team's Success Leads to New Field at U of Akron
34 -Smart Practices for Reel Mowers
35 -Often Overlooked Grinding Advice
35 -[Snow Removal and Other Equipment]
38 Field of the Year: Denson & Crew Handle Salt, Weather to Win College Soccer Award
42 Ask a CSFM: T. J. Brewer, CSFM, Head Groundskeeper, Burlington Bees
43 STMA in Action
43 -www.STMA.org - Same Address, New Look & Utility
43 -STMA Important Dates
43 -Members to Vote on New Retired Category
44 Marketplace
45 Advertisers' Index
46 Q&A: What's an Inch of Sand Worth?
   
   
2011 November 2011 December
Volume #27, No. 11 Volume #27, No. 12
Page Sections/Selected Titles
1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: No Escape from Mother Nature
7 President's Message: Looking Forward to Long Beach
8 [23rd Sports Turf Managers Association Conference and Exhibition Preview]: Long Beach 2012
8 -Conference Program: Opportunities Abound as STMA Heads West!
8 -Conference Highlights
20 -Optional Activities
22 -List of Exhibitors
30 -What to do: Welcome to Today's Long Beach
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Brown Turf
32 Field Science
32 -Maintaining a Synthetic Baseball Infield
34 -Packers, Red Bull Use Grow Lighting System
36 -Putting Your Turf to Bed for Winter
38 Facility & Operations: Repair/Diagnostic Tools that Must be in Every Turf Manager's Shop
40 Irrigation & Drainage
40 -Sprinkler Systems for Non-Field Applications
40 -Using Smart Water Technologies
42 -Choosing the Right High-Efficiency Nozzle for Turf Applications
43 Products You can See at STMA Conference in Long Beach
48 Marketplace
49 Advertisers' Index
50 Q&A: First Timer
   
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1 Cover
4 Table of Contents
6 From the Sidelines: STMA Membership is Smart Investment
7 President's Message: Value of Membership Goes Beyond Features and Benefits
8 Field Science
8 -University Turfgrass Research Update
8 --North Carolina State University
8 --Auburn University
8 --University of Massachusetts
10 --Penn State
11 --Purdue University
13 --Ohio State
14 --Rutgers University
16 -Turning Fields Green Using Turf Colorants
17 John Mascaro's Photo Quiz: Green and Brown Turf
20 Facility & Operations
20 -How Colder Weather Affects Synthetic Turf Installs and Repairs
20 -Wisdom from The Guru of Glue
22 -Vanini Hikes Unmarked Career Trail
26 -All You Need to Know About Synthetic Tennis Courts
30 -Modern Field Design: "Asphalt to Green"
24 2011 Year-in-Review
32 Tools & Equipment
32 -What Equipment Every Synthetic Turf Manager should have
34 -Synthetic Turf Field Reclamation Machine
36 -Products
38 Field of the Year: Allen Overcomes High Traffic Volume to Win 2nd 2010 Field of the Year
40 STMA in Action
40 -Where are They Now? Following Up with 2010 Student Challenge Winners
41 -STMA Announces Its Slate of Candidates for 2012
41 -The Value of Belonging
42 -Add to Your Conference Experience, Support SAFE
43 -STMA gets Its Share of 8.1 Billon [Billion] Hours
44 Marketplace
45 Advertisers' Index
46 Q&A: Tears in the Snow