One of the best podcasts we have ever recorded on one of the biggest subjects in the history of sports field management the FIFA World Cup 2026. The United States has been selected as the host city along with Canada and Mexico for all games practices and beyond for the world cup. One of the best parts of this conversation is that this research funding has never happened before, and these three men are leading the team that is conducting the critical research that will ensure the same playing surface in two hemispheres and five time zones. This episode is one that you do not want to miss. I cannot thank them all enough for them taking the time and sharing their incredible work.

If you are looking for the future of the Turfgrass industry, look no further because these three young women are the face of the next generation of this incredible industry. This is an awesome conversation discussing their early years in this industry and their incredible internships with some of the best in this industry. It is always a great time talking to these three and just learning about what they are looking forward to and how they will change this industry for the better.

Talk about one of the best in the industry; we had the honor of having Paul Burgess on once again in Salt Lake City. He is one of the nicest guys with many incredible stories to tell that we can all learn so much. We got into all of his work across UEAFA and some of the incredible projects he is currently working on. We cannot thank Paul enough for taking the time and looking forward to seeing him in Daytona Beach!

With the MLB Opening Week wrapping up, we have our MLB Panel with 2 of my mentors that have impacted my career and then a shared mentor in Luke Yoder. That is why this episode is fantastic, not only do we dive into everything Major League Groundskeeping but to discuss the significance of mentorship and how much of an impact it can have on the careers of some of the best in our industry. Such a special episode that I highly recommend listening to. I cannot thank Matt and Bill enough for all that they have done for me in my career, truly there is no way to repay you. Be sure to connect with others to have an impact on those around you. Enjoy!

On this episode, we were able to not only recap the trip to Slat Lake City but specifically talk about the talk that Leah Withrow and I gave at the conference this year discussing new and innovative ways to bring awareness to others about this incredible industry. Awesome talk, with one of the best people in this industry. You do not want to miss out.

Three of the best human beings in this industry, all in one podcast, is something that you cannot miss. These industry leaders have so much insight into what our industry has to offer and how there is so much work to be done to bring in the next generation, bring awareness to the industry, and so much more. Whenever this group gets together, there are always laughs, which shows how important it is to build relationships in this industry and how we build this industry. You do not want to miss it!

In this episode, we have an industry staple with Dr. Devon Carroll, who has done incredible work throughout all areas of the industry. And in this episode, we dive into the different jobs that are out there that are related to the turfgrass industry that is not sportsfield management or golf course maintenance. be sure to listen to hear about the talks at the SFMA women's luncheon and the awesome experiences in her career. You do not want to miss it. 

This is a fantastic episode to kick off International Women's Month with our first Women in Turf Panel with some of our industry's best sports field managers and professionals. This truly highlights the incredible events that have highlighted the Women in this industry, like the first-ever All female Grounds Crew at the Softball Little League World Series. It is inspiring the next generation to be a part of this phenomenal industry. Truly an episode you do not want to miss!    

Another Episode with Pioneer Athletics with two of the best people in this industry Brandon and Casey, for our NCAA Panel. This truly is an incredible episode with so much discussed from the different challenges faced in college athletics to creating unique opportunities to bring awareness to the sports field management industry. These to industry leaders are truly some of the best people and best representations of who we all should strive to be. You do not want to miss it! 

A fantastic episode with two of the very best in this industry, with Adam and Will providing insight into some of the best genetics in the world of Turfgrass management on both sides of warm and cool season grasses. We have an incredible project with Adam installing an IronCutter Bermudagrass field on our stadium facility. We discuss this grass's different attributes to better our playing surface at Brentsville District High School. Then discuss with Will what his work has focused on 365SS and its impact on the industry. This is one of those episodes you must listen to yourself to see how incredible it is. Cannot thank them enough for their time!