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relationship with the right people , and you can get there . It ’ s not always fun , but stick to it , stay firm and work on communication . Be willing to see their side , and hopefully they can come around to your side .”
As Weier told the MPSTMA when accepting the award , “ This award isn ’ t all about the glitz and glamor . This isn ’ t about the party deck or the comfortable seats or the great concession stands . This is the playing surface . All the work that goes into this award is before anybody walks into the stadium – before the players get there and before the fans get there . All they see is a beautiful field … but the work is done . It makes all the early mornings , all the afternoons when it is stifling hot , feel better that it is recognized . That ’ s why this means the most to me and my staff , and definitely those volunteers .” SFM
John Kmitta is associate publisher and editorial brand director of SportsField Management magazine .
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