Roger Dean Stadium equipment list
• John Deere 2653A Triplex Mower • John Deere 260 infield mower
• John Deere 1200A infield groomer • Wacker 3 ton roller • Toro 5700D sprayer • John Deere Turf Tx 4x2 Gator (3)
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• 5105 John Deere tractor • Toro 864 Procore aerator
• Diamond Aggressor verti-kutter • Smithco Big Vac • Vicon spreader • Ford 3430 tractor • Turfco topdresser
have are the 7-day break between spring training and Florida State League Opening Day and the 3-day All-Star break in June. At these times the field was vertically mowed and aerated. Also, all mounds re- built and sloped. As a result of our schedule, the field is not allowed the adequate recovery time before play returns. The ever-changing south Florida climate can also be stressful to handle during the year. As summer approaches, sun can transform to a thunderstorm momentarily. These pop-up showers are capable of dumping high amounts of rain in short time. Pulling the infield tarp becomes a frequent occurrence. In 2011 we pulled the tarp 55 times during the season. This was an average number when compared to 2010 when it was pulled 38 and 2009 when it was called for a whop- ping 85 times! The main strategy that we employ is allowing some rain to fall on the clay as it is manageable. We rarely tarp overnight due to our mostly sand infield mix. We allow lighter rains that occur in the morning hours to go untarped so the field can absorb much needed natural rain and avoid the drawbacks that come from the field's con- stantly being covered.
SportsTurf: What channels of communication do you use to
reach coaches, administrators and players? Any tips on communicating well? Treadway: I think face to face meetings with coaches and players
are the best way to go. I or one of my assistants will meet with each coach every morning or afternoon and decide on that day's plan, and what we can improve on from the day before. We meet with our front office twice weekly to discuss what's happening and how the field will be affected with special events or promotions. This way we are on the same page and there are no surprises.
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