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Sports Fields


Sports Fields

Design, Construction, and Maintenance
3. Aufl.

von: James C. Puhalla, Jeffrey V. Krans, J. Michael Goatley

97,99 €

Verlag: Wiley
Format: EPUB
Veröffentl.: 31.03.2020
ISBN/EAN: 9781119534747
Sprache: englisch
Anzahl Seiten: 624

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

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