A motto of sports turf managers is safety first. A smooth, uniform sports turf is resilient and cushions student and professional athletes as they fall. Turfgrass wear and soil compaction are two major challenges. The intensity level and annual cost of managing a sports field in Tennessee varies depending on location, weather, soil type, turfgrass species, pest activity, sport and amount of play. In addition to requiring vigorous, routine maintenance, sports fields must be well drained and irrigated.

The following publications provide information on topics related to the establishment and maintenance of turfgrass on athletic fields:

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• Bermudagrass Athletic Field Management Calendar (PB1632)
• Cost of Managing a Bermudagrass Football Field in Tennessee (SP651)
  
• Weed Management Recommendations for Professional Turfgrass Managers (PB1539)
  
• Commercial Turfgrass Insect Control (PB1342)