SFMA IN ACTION
October 15 — Don ’ t Miss the Deadline
SFMA ’ s high-profile awards , grants and scholarship programs all have application deadlines of October 15 . Visit sportsfieldmanagement . org , and click on the “ Programs ” tab to find the applications for :
Field of the Year — For practitioners who exhibit excellence in sports field management practices .
Innovative Awards — Presented to one or more exhibitors who have introduced an innovative product , service or technology that enhances the sports field manager ’ s effectiveness or makes the field surface safer .
Founders Awards — Nominate a peer for one of SFMA ’ s highest honors . These four awards recognize those members who have made significant contributions to SFMA and to the profession .
SAFE Scholarships — for students including the Dr . James Watson Scholarships ( funded by the Toro Giving Program ), the Dr . Fred Grau Scholarship ( named in honor of the first turfgrass extension specialist in the United States ), and the Paul Zwaska Scholarship , presented by Beacon Athletics .
SAFE Grants — Leo Goertz Membership grant , funded by Pioneer Athletics ; Gary Vanden Berg Internship Grant ; Terry Mellor Continuing Education grant , funded by Turface Athletics .
SFMA Membership — A Sound Investment
SFMA is pleased with the opportunities that lie ahead . With your support , SFMA will grow and reach the strategic initiatives of increasing respect for the profession , growing the industry with younger generations using technology , and welcoming and including everyone into this incredible profession . By renewing your membership , you have the opportunity to learn and advance your career . First , you are able to connect with other professionals who have valuable insights and skills . You also have access to great resources including the Playing Condition Index , Best Management Practices , Technical Education Bulletins , webinars , SportsField Management magazine , education and networking at the annual SFMA Conference & Exhibition , and much more .
The cost to join or renew is $ 130 for a sports field management professional and $ 85 for additional people from the same facility . Commercial members pay $ 340 and $ 85 for additional people from the same company .
To join or renew your membership , visit sportsfieldmanagement . org and click on the member “ Login ” button to renew or “ Join SFMA ” if you are new .
Products and services you receive with SFMA membership :
Monthly SportsField Management and News Online electronic communication
Educational Resources — Bulletins , booklets , DVDs
( English & Spanish ), online classes , webinars and videos Certification programs Awards program and scholarships Discounts to the annual SFMA Conference
& Exhibition Employment and career resources Chapter resources Leadership opportunities via service on a committee or the SFMA Board of Directors
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