SportsTurf provides current, practical and technical content on issues relevant to sports turf managers, including facilities managers. Most readers are athletic field managers from the professional level through parks and recreation, universities.
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Long Beach 2012 What the Conference Includes Full day of pre-conference workshops More than 90 hours of education More than 8 dedicated hours with exhibitors 20 hours of networking Breakfasts and lunches Receptions and the 2012 STMA Awards Banquet Thurs., Jan. 12, 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. Speakers: Brad Park, Rutgers Dr. Gwen Stahnke, Washington State University - Puyallup Dr. John "Trey" Rogers III, Michigan State University Bill Deacon, New York Mets Tim VanLoo, CSFM, Iowa State University STMA 226 – Deciphering Your Soil Test Thurs., Jan. 12, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Speaker: Dr. Elizabeth Guertal, Auburn University STMA 228 – Turfgrass Physiology: Solar Radiation is the Driving Force of Sports Turf Management Thurs., Jan. 12, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Speaker: Dr. Karl Danneberger, Ohio State University STMA 301 – Kentucky Bluegrass – Monostand or Blend Fri., Jan. 13, 7:15 – 7:30 a.m. Speaker: Dr. John "Trey" Rogers III, Michigan State University STMA 304 – Turfgrass Management in the Transition Zone Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 9 a.m. Speakers: Dr. A.J. Powell Jr., Retired – University of Kentucky Dr. John Sorochan – University of Tennessee STMA 307 – Sportsturf 101 - in Spanish - Cèspedes Deportivos 101- En español Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 10 a.m. Speaker: Jose Makk, Natura Turf This seminar will provide a solid introduc- tion to turfgrass management. Real cases will be presented that focus on turfgrass ecological impact, soil identification and common problems, nutrient balance, and turfgrass management and culture. The session will include a step by step ap- proach to identify and diagnose some of the most common problems in turfgrass. Attendees will: • Learn principles of good turfgrass man- agement. 16 SportsTurf | November 2011 • Be guided through a step by step process to identify turfgrass problems. • Have the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers to specific turfgrass problems. STMA 309 – Sports Turf PTI (Professional Turf Intelligence) Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 10 a.m. Speakers: Dr. Frank Rossi, Cornell University Dr. Roch Gaussoin, University of Nebraska This session is a fast-paced debate style learning experience. Some of the toughest issues facing sports turf managers will be discussed, including synthetic versus nat- ural turf care, low budget-high traffic, use of PGR's, resodding fields, and infield skin care. Inspired by the ESPN show "Pardon the Interruption" the instructors will out- line topics from their perspective, face some challenging questions, and banter about broader issues facing sports turf managers. Bring your questions for this unique educational experience. Attendees will: • Increase their awareness of the latest research on field safety, plant nutrition, and species selection and use. • Have conventional wisdom challenged that will result in increased awareness of the latest developments in sports turf management. • Be able to improve their ability to com- municate to field users about topics that might be controversial through their engagement in the PTI process. STMA 319 – Variety Selection and Man- agement of Tall Fescue for Sports Fields Fri., Jan. 13, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. Speaker: Brad Park, Rutgers STMA 323 – John Mascaro's Photo Quiz Comes Alive Fri., Jan. 13, 3:45 - 4:30 p.m. Speaker: John Mascaro, Turf-Tec International STMA 105 – Sports Field Drainage - What Are Your Options? Wed., Jan. 11, 2 - 4 p.m. Speaker: Ian Lacy, Institute of Groundsmanship Sports field drainage is fundamental to the success or failure of a sports field. Climatic conditions and demands placed on facility usage and utilization make drainage an essential function of sports fields. This presentation will explore in de- tail the importance of drainage, types of drainage options, advantages, disadvan- tages, and costs of each drainage option, function of drainage options, installation processes, and effects of maintenance programs on drainage. There will be a focus on: • The importance of sports field drainage and how it could affect your facility. • Types of drainage options and how to identify the right option for your facility. • Understanding how your maintenance program may be affecting sports field drainage. STMA 310 – Irrigation Water Quality Evaluation and Management Fri., Jan. 13, 9:15 - 10 a.m. Speaker: Dr. Ali Harvandi, University of California STMA 106 – The Science of Skin Infields Wed., Jan. 11, 2 - 4 p.m. Speakers: Clayton Hubbs, Stabilizer Solutions Inc. Barney Lopas, Angels Baseball Club Grant Trenbeath, Arizona Diamondbacks STMA 207 – Infield Skin Maintenance from Little League to the Pros Thurs., Jan. 12, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. Speaker: Bill Deacon, New York Mets STMA 227 – Paying Attention to Detail – Yearly Management at PETCO Park Thurs., Jan. 12, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Speaker: Luke Yoder, San Diego Padres This presentation will focus on baseball field management requirements over the course of one year at PETCO Park in San Diego, California. Topics covered include maintenance during the off-season, prepa- ration for opening day, special projects, implementation of cultural practices, the fertility program, turf repairs, edge work, dirt work, special events, and the game day routine. Attendees will learn: • How to maximize the output of a below average crew size. • How to fine tune in a way that will ele- vate your field status. • How to balance your maintenance schedule around a full year of activities while still meeting expectations. STMA 303 – Understanding Pitching and Mound Maintenance at the College and Professional Level Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 9 a.m. Speaker: Larry DiVito, Minnesota Twins, Target Field www.sportsturfonline.com >> WHAT TO DO >> EXHIBITOR LIST >> OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES >> CONFERENCE PROGRAM BASEBALL W A TER