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JLG Architects Named Official Architect of Hockey Day Minnesota 2024
For the second consecutive year, JLG Architects has been named the Official Architect of Hockey Day Minnesota. The 2024 outdoor hockey celebration is scheduled for January 25-27 in Warroad, MN – Hockeytown USA®.
SYNLawn San Diego Honored at the Sixth Annual Synthetic Turf Council Awards
SYNLawn San Diego is proud to announce it was selected as a winner of one of the 2023 Synthetic Turf Council (STC) Awards. The honorees were revealed during an awards ceremony at the STC’s annual conference and 20th anniversary celebration in New Orleans.
American Sports Builders Association to Participate in Inaugural RacquetX Conference
The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders, designers and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has announced its plans to participate in the inaugural RacquetX Conference, to be held in Miami, Florida, concurrent with the Miami Open.
Matrix Fitness Launches Facility 360 Powered By Ecofit
Matrix Fitness, the world’s fastest-growing commercial fitness brand, furthers their partnership with Ecofit Networks with the announcement of their new asset management platform, Facility 360 Powered by Ecofit launching in October 2023.
Legacy Trails Grant Program Application Portal Now Open
American Trails is pleased to partner with the U.S. Forest Service in continuing the Legacy Trails Grant Program. This program is funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and supports partner trail projects that further the Legacy Roads and Trails criteria on National Forest System trails throughout the nine Forest Service Regions.
Municipal Miniature Golf Course Opens in City of Leesville, LA
The City of Leesville, Louisiana recently held a Grand Opening (September 23rd) for an 18-hole “Leesville Mini Golf” municipal course that was designed and constructed by Adventure Golf & Sports using their eco-friendly Modular Advantage® System.
Ex-Cell Kaiser celebrates 90 Years
Ex-Cell Kaiser is celebrating its 90th anniversary. Since 1933, Ex-Cell Kaiser has been a family-owned manufacturing business, and they continue as a Woman-Owned Business led by Janet Kaiser, a third-generation member of the Kaiser family’s legacy.
National Parks and Public Lands Waive Entry Fees Saturday September 23rd
In honor of the 30th annual National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on Saturday, September 23, entry fees will be waived at national parks and other federal public lands, including national monuments, forests, recreation areas, seashores, wildlife refuges, historical sites, battlefields, and grasslands.
American Sports Builders Association Announces the ASBA Academy
The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders, designers and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has unveiled its latest educational industry initiative, the 2024 ASBA Academy.
Sports Field Management Association Announces 2023 'Stars and Stripes' Contest Winners
Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) – the non-profit, professional association for men and women who manage sports fields worldwide – announces the students of the Atlee High School Turf Science Program in Mechanicsville, Virginia have won the association’s "Stars and Stripes" contest for the second straight year.
Top 10 Best States For Hiking In The U.S. In 2023
We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated list of The Top 10 Best States For Hiking In The U.S. In 2023. After extensive analysis of trail data, real-time reviews, and weather information, we present to you an exceptional selection of states that offer remarkable hiking experiences.
2023's Best Cities for Pickleball Lovers
We compared the 200 biggest U.S. cities based on three categories. We factored in access to pickleball courts and tournaments, the size of the pickleball community, and local interest in the sport, among 11 total metrics.
Every Child A Swimmer Partners with Goldfish Swim School, Helping Provide More Swim Lessons to Children in Need
In recognition of World Drowning Prevention Day today, July 25, the International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF) and Every Child A Swimmer (ECAS) have announced a partnership with Goldfish Swim School Franchising to provide more children with access to low-to-no-cost swimming lessons in more communities.
ASTM International Awards $10,000 Scholarships to Four 2023 Graduate Students
ASTM International announced the graduate student winners of four $10,000 scholarships for their studies in fields where technical standards play a crucial role. This year’s winners were chosen from a competitive pool of various applicants.
Skanska Completes Transformative Project Coachman Park in Downtown Clearwater
Skanska USA, a leading construction and development firm, announces the delivery of the highly anticipated Coachman Park, a transformative waterfront redevelopment in Downtown Clearwater, Florida that is creating a world-class outdoor destination that will serve both locals and visitors.
The Toro Company Releases 2022 Sustainability Report
The Toro Company (NYSE: TTC) today released its Sustainability Report for fiscal 2022, highlighting progress made in support of its strategic priorities, advancements in new technologies, and efforts to foster a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. The report also details the results of a materiality assessment conducted in 2022 to confirm the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities and determine key areas of focus for the enterprise’s short and long-term sustainability journey.
Proposed ASTM Standard Supports Women’s Lacrosse Stick Performance
ASTM International’s sports equipment, playing surfaces, and facilities committee (F08) is developing a proposed test method (WK86477) for the pocket performance of women’s lacrosse sticks.
QuietKat To Boost Conservation Efforts With Special Programs
QuietKat Electric Bikes, the leader in off-road eBikes and a Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO) brand is proudly working with multiple conservation groups across the nation to enhance habitat that promote healthy wildlife and improve public lands access for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Gwinnett Soccer Academy and Gwinnett County Adopt Husqvarna Robotic Mowers for Turf Management
Today, Husqvarna Group, a worldwide leader in robotic mowing, announces Gwinnett Soccer Academy in partnership with Gwinnett County have become the first entities in Georgia to adopt autonomous mowing on their sports fields. With Husqvarna CEORA, more than 14 fields at two facilities will be autonomously mowed and maintained.
Fecon to Hold Charity Auction for Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation
Fecon LLC, a leading global manufacturer of heavy-duty site preparation attachments and forestry accessories, will auction off a Bull Hog® mulcher attachment to raise funds for Children of Fallen Patriots. The auction of the BH74 will take place online and all proceeds will be donated to Children of Fallen Patriots.