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Congratulations Rodney Parker!
TVSFMA has established an “Excellence in Sports Turf” award to recognize the efforts of sports field managers in the region who maintain high quality athletic field surfaces. Our next recipient of this award is: RODNEY PARKER – Head Baseball Coach of Dickson County High School Dickson, TN
Tell us about yourself and the turfgrass you manage.
Shelby Rye Field – 419 bermudagrass overseeded with rye. I also mow 10 properties and raise fescue hay on a 180-acre farm.
What led you to turfgrass management?
I grew up on a farm and coach baseball. I have no choice but to learn what to do to maintain the field.
What is most rewarding about the position?
The finished product with smiling faces from those playing on the field.
What is most challenging about the position?
Limited resources, money, and time.
What is your favorite “tool” in your turf maintenance toolbox?
My mind. I am constantly looking for ways to improve with the limited resources I have.
What tool would you most like to add to your turf maintenance toolbox?
A reel mower.
Why do you do it?
I was born into a farming family. I enjoy working with the different dirt and grasses. It’s in my blood.
Congratulations to Coach Parker, the staff, and players of Dickson County High School!
Check us out at www.tvstma.org for more information on the award, membership in our organization, and Meeting dates and locations.
