This year, we shared a lot of sports field blogs, so here’s a look back at the five that stood out as customer favorites.
Number Five: Bermuda in the Bluegrass State
There’s no better way to learn about a field than to talk to the person who maintains it. We interviewed the University of Kentucky’s head sports field manager, Marcus Elswick, on how he prepares his practice fields for the playing season. Read Bermuda in the Bluegrass State to see how he and his team get it done.
Number Four: Manage Puddles on Baseball Fields With Drying Agents
Nobody is a fan of standing water, especially baseball players and field managers. It can affect the grade, create lips, and delay games. Our puddle management blog covers how drying agents can keep infields clear of unwanted water.
Number Three: The Best Defense Against Fall and Winter Annual Weeds
Our third most popular blog of 2024 discusses how to handle a major threat to your fields. From choosing the right fertilizers to making herbicide applications, this blog takes a comprehensive look at how to culturally and chemically control fall and winter weeds.
Number Two: Inside the Award-Winning Field at LMCU Ballpark
We spoke with Mitch Hooten, head groundskeeper for the West Michigan Whitecaps, about his experience and what it takes to maintain an award-winning field. He discusses the products he and his team use, some pointers, and how his friends at ATS have helped him along the way. Get the full story by reading Maintaining Excellence: Inside the Award-Winning Field at LMCU Ballpark.
Number One: Your Guide to Baseball Infield Conditioner
Moisture management is the theme of our most popular blog of the year. We cover what infield conditioners are, how to apply them, and what different types you can use in our infield conditioner guide. These products will help you keep fields dry and prevent rainouts from ruining games.
Stay tuned to our blog for more helpful and informative sports field articles.
