Can someone remind me

[CLANGA]

Why we have that ugly @ss turf around home plate? Really takes away from the new stadium imo.

 

[RocketDawg]

I suppose it's supposed to be a lot less maintenance than real grass. Looks to me like it's going to get dirty very fast and look worse than worn out grass. And that's not to mention that it's non-traditional. Of course, so are aluminum bats ....

 

[missouridawg]

I suppose it's supposed to be a lot less maintenance than real grass. Looks to me like it's going to get dirty very fast and look worse than worn out grass. And that's not to mention that it's non-traditional. Of course, so are aluminum bats ....

Drainage and maintenance. The worst spot on every field I played in growing up was the home plate area. That’s where most of the foot traffic is. The turf allows that to be significantly more consistent throughout the year.

 

[CLANGA]

If other parks can handle the maintenance, I know our turf crew can. I hope they get that ugly crap torn out before the stadium is finished.

 

[cowbell88]

I’ve read that that’s what is in the Palmerio Center. Supposed to give us a bit of an edge. Obviously, don’t work though.

 

[ababyatemydingo]

Drainage and maintenance. The worst spot on every field I played in growing up was the home plate area. That’s where most of the foot traffic is. The turf allows that to be significantly more consistent throughout the year.

We have the best turf and grounds management and maintenance program and talent in the country. I'm pretty sure we could handle real dirt and real turf. This would be a great question for Brandon Hardin @msudawg2004 on Twitter. MSU Sports Turf Superintendent. He looks after and is responsible for every sports turf on campus.