Sports Fields: Design, Construction, and Maintenance by James C. Puhalla (Englis

Description: Sports Fields by James C. Puhalla, Jeffrey V. Krans, J. Michael Goatley, Jr., J. Michael Goatley THE UPDATED, AUTHORITATIVE GUIDE TO SPORTS FIELD MANAGEMENT THAT INCLUDES THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN, AND ON, THE FIELD The updated Third Edition of Sports Fields: Design, Construction, and Maintenance is a comprehensive reference for professionals who are responsible for the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of athletic facilities. This book contains illustrative examples of specific design elements of the most popular sports facilities. This Third Edition contains new chapters on safety, public relations, and professionalism for future sports field managers, as well as fresh drawings and photos that highlight innovative field layout, grading, irrigation, and drainage. All-new case studies review best practices and techniques for sports fields ranging from youth and high school fields to fields that are designed for professional athletes. This text is also an ideal resource for anyone studying for Sports Field Manager Certification (offered by STMA). Features new case studies that include design and management best practices for all levels and types of sports facilitiesOffers new chapters on safety, public relations, and professionalism for future sports field managersIncludes new illustrations and photos of innovative field layout, grading, irrigation, and drainageContains the most recent information on sand-based field systems and synthetic turfPresents discussions of a range of fields including baseball, softball, football, soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, tennis, and track and field Sports Fields: Design, Construction, and Maintenance, Third Edition is a blueprint for field managers, designers, and builders for successful sports field projects. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Flap THE UPDATED, AUTHORITATIVE GUIDE TO SPORTS FIELD MANAGEMENT THAT INCLUDES THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN, AND ON, THE FIELD The updated Third Edition of Sports Fields: Design, Construction, and Maintenance is a comprehensive reference for professionals who are responsible for the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of athletic facilities. This book contains illustrative examples of specific design elements of the most popular sports facilities. This Third Edition contains new chapters on safety, public relations, and professionalism for future sports field managers, as well as fresh drawings and photos that highlight innovative field layout, grading, irrigation, and drainage. All-new case studies review best practices and techniques for sports fields ranging from youth and high school fields to fields that are designed for professional athletes. This text is also an ideal resource for anyone studying for Sports Field Manager Certification (offered by STMA). Features new case studies that include design and management best practices for all levels and types of sports facilities Offers new chapters on safety, public relations, and professionalism for future sports field managers Includes new illustrations and photos of innovative field layout, grading, irrigation, and drainage Contains the most recent information on sand-based field systems and synthetic turf Presents discussions of a range of fields including baseball, softball, football, soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, tennis, and track and field Sports Fields: Design, Construction, and Maintenance, Third Edition is a blueprint for field managers, designers, and builders for successful sports field projects. Author Biography JAMES C. PUHALLA is experienced in the sports field industry, specializing in the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of sports fields and athletic facilities. JEFFREY V. KRANS, PhD., is a former Professor of Agronomy at Mississippi State University, is a turfgrass breeding and physiology specialist. J. MICHAEL GOATLEY, JR. PhD., is a Professor and Extension Turfgrass Specialist with years of research and teaching experience in sports turf management at Mississippi State University and Virginia Tech. Table of Contents About the Authors xi About the STMA xiii Preface xv Part 1 Principles of Sports Turf Culture 1 1 Turfgrasses 3 1.1 Introduction 3 1.2 Biology and Identification 4 1.3 Turfgrass Types 11 1.4 Turfgrass Selection 18 1.5 Using the Two-Map System to Select Turfgrass 20 1.6 Planting Times and Rates 24 1.7 Soil Preparation 27 1.8 Planting Techniques 28 1.9 Establishment 35 1.10 Overseeding Warm-Season Fields 38 1.11 Sustaining a Mixed Warm and Cool Season Turfgrass Canopy in the Transition Zone 45 2 Soils and Soil Science 53 2.1 Introduction 53 2.2 Soil as a Medium for Turfgrass 53 3 Fertility and Fertilizers 67 3.1 Introduction 67 3.2 Nutrient Requirements 67 3.3 Nutrient Uptake 70 3.4 Soil Reaction 71 3.5 Fertilizer Analysis 73 3.6 Fertilizer Sources 74 3.7 Application Rates and Frequencies 78 3.8 Micronutrients 82 3.9 Biostimulants 84 4 Mowing 87 4.1 Introduction 87 4.2 Types of Mowers 90 4.3 Turf Response 92 4.4 Height and Frequency 93 4.5 Pattern 94 4.6 Clipping Removal 95 4.7 Equipment and Safety 96 4.8 Chemical Growth Regulators 97 5 Irrigation 103 5.1 Introduction 103 5.2 Irrigation and Turfgrass Culture 103 5.3 General Principles of Turfgrass Irrigation 104 5.4 Portable Irrigation Systems 105 5.5 Installed Irrigation Systems 106 5.6 Wireless Sensor Technology 121 5.7 Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI) 121 5.8 The Use of Nonpotable Water for Sports Field Irrigation 122 5.9 Know Your Water Source 123 6 Drainage 125 6.1 Introduction 125 6.2 Surface Drainage 125 6.3 Internal Drainage 129 6.4 Installed Drain Systems 136 6.5 Other Drain System Practices 147 7 Aeration and Topdressing 149 7.1 Introduction 149 7.2 Aerating for Optimal Turf Responses 149 7.3 Aeration Equipment 153 7.4 Topdressing 163 8 Thatch 167 8.1 Introduction 167 8.2 Definition of Thatch 167 8.3 Advantages and Disadvantages of Thatch in Sports Turf 168 8.4 How Thatch Develops 170 8.5 Maintaining a Managed Thatch Layer 172 8.6 Reducing Excessive Thatch Buildup 173 9 Turfgrass Stresses and Remedies 179 9.1 Introduction 179 9.2 Mechanical Stresses 179 9.3 Environmental Stresses 183 9.4 Weeds, Insects, and Diseases 187 10 Wise Use of Chemicals 271 10.1 Introduction 271 10.2 The Label is the Law 271 10.3 Planning and Performing Applications 275 10.4 Record Keeping 286 11 Organic Field Management 289 11.1 Introduction 289 11.2 Definitions and Principles of Organic Field Management 290 11.3 Principles and Concepts of Organic Field Management 290 11.4 Making an Adjustment to Organic Field Management 292 11.5 Timing and Site Conditions for Organic Field Management 292 11.6 Organic Field Management Inputs 293 11.7 Compost and Composting 308 11.8 Compost Applications on Sports Fields 311 Part 2 Natural Turfgrass Sports Fields 313 12 Baseball and Softball Fields 317 12.1 Introduction 317 12.2 Design 317 12.3 Construction 340 12.4 Renovation 349 12.5 Maintenance and Management Procedures 353 12.6 Rules and Regulations 357 13 Football Fields 371 13.1 Introduction 371 13.2 Design 372 13.3 Construction 381 13.4 Renovation 383 13.5 Maintenance and Management Procedures 387 13.6 Rules and Regulations 396 14 Soccer, Lacrosse, and Field Hockey Fields 405 14.1 Introduction 405 14.2 Design 406 14.3 Construction 412 14.4 Renovation 412 14.5 Maintenance and Management Procedures 415 14.6 Rules and Regulations 421 Part 3 Other Sports Surfaces 431 15 Tennis Courts 433 15.1 Introduction 433 15.2 Design 434 15.3 Construction 439 15.4 Renovation 440 15.5 Maintenance 442 15.6 Rules and Regulations 444 16 Track and Field Facilities 447 16.1 Introduction 447 16.2 Design 448 16.3 Track Construction 455 16.4 Track Renovation 456 16.5 Track Maintenance 456 16.6 Rules and Regulations 457 17 Synthetic Turf 461 17.1 Introduction 461 17.2 History and Innovations 462 17.3 Choosing the Right Manufacturer and Installer 464 17.4 Care and Maintenance 465 Part 4 Ancillary Information 475 18 Surveying the Grade 477 18.1 Introduction 477 18.2 Surveying Equipment 478 18.3 Establishing Elevations 481 19 Sand-Based Rootzones 485 19.1 Introduction 485 19.2 Considerations When Selecting a Sand-Based Rootzone 487 19.3 Sand-Based Rootzone Requirements 490 19.4 Maintenance 499 20 Paints and Covers 507 20.1 Introduction 507 20.2 Paints 508 20.3 Covers 515 21 Field Evaluation and Turfgrass Assessment 521 21.1 Introduction 521 21.2 Components of Field Quality 521 21.3 Aesthetic Appeal and Quality 522 21.4 Ball and Player Response as Affected by Surface Characteristics 523 21.5 Testing Equipment to Evaluate the Playing Surface 524 22 Safety 531 22.1 Introduction 531 22.2 Player Safety and Performance 531 22.3 Spectator Safety 532 22.4 Designing for Safety 534 22.5 Safety Concerns During Construction and Renovation 535 22.6 Maintaining a Safe Facility 535 23 Environmental Stewardship, Resource Conservation, and Sustainability 539 23.1 Introduction 539 23.2 Environmental Stewardship 540 23.3 Resource Conservation 541 23.4 Sustainability 549 24 Innovations Designed to Promote Natural Grass Fields 555 24.1 Introduction 555 24.2 Lighting 555 24.3 Enhanced Turfgrass Performance 556 24.4 Instant Field Replacement 558 24.5 Wireless Technology, Remote Sensing, and Predictive Models 562 25 Public Relations and Professionalism 565 25.1 Introduction 565 25.2 Public Relations 565 25.3 Professionalism 570 Appendix 573 Glossary 585 Index 597 Details ISBN1119534755 Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc Year 2020 ISBN-10 1119534755 ISBN-13 9781119534754 Format Hardcover Edition 3rd Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc Subtitle Design, Construction, and Maintenance Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY 796.42068 Pages 624 Short Title Sports Fields Language English Publication Date 2020-05-14 UK Release Date 2020-05-14 Replaces 9780470438930 AU Release Date 2020-04-07 NZ Release Date 2020-04-07 Author J. 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