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Tiger Turf Talk
by Drew Miller
An educational podcast created to help students in the Brentsville Turfgrass Management Program learn from industry professionals by discussing their careers and experiences in the industry. We aim to learn first hand through this podcast in our virtual classroom.
Episodes
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Episode 205: Aaron Fink, Director of Grounds Louisville City FC
Tiger Turf Talk welcomes Aaron Fink, Director of Grounds for Louisville FC, for an engaging conversation about leadership, culture, and the passion it takes to create an elite playing environment. Aaron shares what makes Louisville FC such a special place, from the relationships built within the...
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Episode 204: Eric Harshman, Pioneer Athletics
Tiger Turf Talk welcomes Eric Harshman of Pioneer Athletics for an inspiring conversation about leadership, growth, and the future of the turfgrass industry. Eric shares his passion for advancing the profession and creating opportunities for the next generation of turf managers. Drawing from…
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Episode 203: Matt Goode, University of Kentucky Field Manager
From clay management to championship expectations, this episode of Tiger Turf Talk features Matt Goode, Sports Field Manager for the University of Kentucky Baseball and Softball facilities. Matt takes us behind the scenes of maintaining premier athletic fields in one of the most competitive...
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Episode 202: Deanna Trusty, Owner of NKY Pro Turf & Lawn
In this episode of Tiger Turf Talk, we welcome Deanna Trusty, President of the Kentucky Sports Field Management Association, accomplished sports turf professional, and successful business owner. Deanna shares her inspiring journey in the sports field management industry, from building and…
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Episode 201: Marcus Elswick, Head Sports Field Manager Kentucky Athletics
Tiger Turf Talk is back! In this exciting relaunch episode, we sit down with Marcus Elswick, Director of Field Operations, for an engaging and insightful conversation about the work that goes into maintaining top-quality athletic facilities and the importance of leadership, teamwork, and…
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Episode 200: Nick McKenna, Texas A&M Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Fields
We are so back! We are excited to start back up the Tiger Turf Talk podcast on our 200th Episode with Nick McKenna, one of our program's biggest supporters. We caught up with him at this years SFMA Conference in Fort Worth, Texas. We spoke on the past history of the show, what is going on in the...
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Episode 199: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Joe Hill hosted by Leah Withrow
To wrap our Grounds Leadership Podcast tour with have two of our favorite people in the entire world. Our special guest host Leah Withrow, hosts her mentor Joe Hill to discuss all of the important aspects of our industry. They also provide great insight to what the Toro Grounds Leadership Academy...
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Episode 198: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour: The Challenges in the World of Turf
In this episode we have Drew Selensky, Former turfgrass professional. It was a hard talk to have such a bright young future industry leader have to step away from this incredible industry because of his needs to support his family. It is important to hear first hand what we struggle with as an...
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Episode 197: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour, Jason Bowers
Be sure to check out the most recent episode of Tiger Turf Talk with long time industry leader, Mr. Jason Bowers of Loudoun County Parks and Rec. Jason and I have a long friendship dating back to his time at Virginia Tech where we have a shared a love of the Hokies and Enter Sandman. This is an...
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Episode 196: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Product Manager
Be sure to check this episode out with product managers Max and Ben with their work on equipment ranging from the FieldPro 6040 to the GeoLink Sprayers. Their work is truly unparalled on the impact that they are having on our industry and how it will shape the future moving forward. Learn what…
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Episode 195: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Julie Kessler
The highlight of our travels was checking in with one of our former students from the Brentsville Turf Toro Grounds Academy, Julie Kessler, Field Manager for CPKC Stadium the home of the KC Current. It is something truly special to see where she started in our classroom to see her at the highest...
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Episode 194: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Travis Hogan
We are beyond lucky to be able to stop in and see our great friend Travis Hogan at Arrowhead in Kansas City. It was great to catch up on all things Chiefs and growing grass in the transition zone. We also have the honor of speaking together at this years SFMA Conference. Be sure to catch this...
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Episode 193: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Trevor Vance
Our next stop on the road brings us to Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. We had the honor of interviewing one of the one of the greatest groundskeepers of all time, Trevor Vance, the Head Groundskeeper of the Kansas City Royals. An incredible conversation of how sports field management…
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Episode 192: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- The Lawn Tools
The one that we all have been waiting for is this podcast with one of our good friend, Mr. Jordan Netzel of the Lawn Tools. We were able to make a trip out to a very special place of where the new Headquarters will be for the Lawn Tools where they are making something truly special! We also dive...
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Episode 191: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Kennedy Ellis
Be sure to check out our most recent podcast from our tour with one of our industry's future bright minds, Kennedy Ellis. It was so great catching up with her as she is spending the summer at the turf research center for her internship. You can tell how passionate she is about her research and…
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Episode 190: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Wendell Hutchens
Our first stop on the 2025 Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour was in Fayetville, Arkansas where we sat down with the Assistant Professor of the Arkansas Turf Program Wendall Hutchens. Great time catching up with one of the best people in the industry you will ever meet. We toured the research...
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Episode 189: Whitney Mesi, Head Turf Manager Oklahoma Softball
We are back with an awesome episode with a young industry professional, Whitney Mesi of Oklahoma Softball. She has an incredible story that has led her to this industry with a promising future. She also has awesome insight into taking risks and living your life to the fullest! Truly an incredible...
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Episode 188: Travis Roberson Ph.D., Digital Platforms Field Technical Manager for Syngenta
Be sure to check out our latest episode featuring newly named Dr. Travis Roberson from the Syngenta Company. We are thrilled to partner with the Syngenta Company, where we will be installing Spiio sensors throughout our facility at Brentsville. We were able to have Travis out to discuss the work…
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Episode 187: Josh Lenz, Manager of Athletic Fields Arizona State University
Talk about an episode that everyone needs to listen to. The incredible insight that Josh gives on his experience and how he operates at ASU is something that we all can benefit from. The culture that he has been able to create among his crew is something that is special and should be used...
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Episode 186: Andi Meadows, Assistant Superintendent TPC San Antonio
We had the honor of having Andi on the podcast fresh off of her first trip to the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, where she received the incredible Allan MacCurrach Jr. Award. This is a great, authentic conversation with one of the most motivated industry professionals on the...
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Episode 185: Brad Finn, Associate Athletic Director of Grounds- University of Houston
We were so excited to have industry leader Brad Finn on to talk about sports field management. We dive into his personal journey into the industry and how so many industry professionals played a role in his success. We also had the opportunity to debrief on the recent SFMA conference and the...
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Episode 184: Tanner Coffman, Director of Turf Management at SoFi Center
We always love having friends on the podcast, but for this episode, we had the opportunity to have Tanner talk about the groundbreaking facility that is the future of golf in the TGL. The use of GameOn grass to facilitate a more realistic atmosphere in a stadium setting is truly something…
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Episode 183: Aaron Fink, Louis City F.C. Grounds Manager
We are so excited to talk with the SFMA Professional Soccer Field of the Year winner, Mr. Aaron Fink. Just an awesome conversation about the growth of sports field management in Louisville and how he was there to open a new stadium for the MLS Expansion team. We also got into the significance of...
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Episode 182: Max Casper- Head Groundskeeper Reno Aces
Be sure to check out the first episode of 2025 with one of our favorite people, Max Casper, the newly hired Head Groundskeeper of the Reno Aces. It was such a fantastic conversation about the exciting start in Max's new role and his aspirations for the future. He has a unique journey into the...
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Episode 181: Drew Selensky, Director of Sports Fields Fields Texas A&M
We are excited to have one of our future industry leaders, Drew Selensky from Texas A&M. We had a great conversation about the future of our industry and the impact that he is having on it through his work on social media of developing a brand where not only are we ushering in the next generation...
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Episode 180: The Brentsville Turf Toro Grounds Academy
We are excited to officially announce this historic partnership of the Brentsville Turf Toro Grounds Academy. In this episode, we dive into the journey to get to this point where we are looking to change the outlook of the turfgrass industry. With our shared vision, we aim to cultivate the next...
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Episode 179: Ben Hartman-Wichita Wind Surge
In this episode, we have a rising star in the industry, Ben Hartman of the Witchita Wind Surge. Such an amazing conversation with an awesome human being with a real passion for the industry. We also talk about the future generation and our role in creating the best opportunity moving forward. Be...
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Episode 178: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Joe Hill- Iowa State Athletics
We stopped in Ames, Iowa, to visit with one of our favorite industry professionals, Joe Hill, and record a Joe Rogan-type Podcast with the longest episode recorded in Tiger Turf Talk history. You do not want to miss this incredible episode, which speaks to this incredible industry and the future...
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Episode 177: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Mitch Ronning, Minnesota United
Wrapping up our time in Minnesota with a young and bright industry professional live at Allianz Field where we were able to dive into everything Minnesota United including his awesome companion Kobe the Golden Retriever. You do not want to miss this incredible conversation with an awesome person…
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Episode 176: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Marcus Campbell, St. Paul Saints
Be sure to check out this awesome episode with an incredible professional, Marcus Campbell. We had the incredible honor of seeing his first-class facility in St. Paul, where he is doing an incredible job. We got the opportunity to dive into what it takes to manage the field, the crew, and so much...
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Episode 175: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Abby McNeal & Nick McKenna
When you talk about two of the most influential industry professionals out there, these two are some of the first names that come to mind. Not only have they had a lasting impact on the Sports Field Management Industry, but they are some of the kindest and caring human beings that you will ever...
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Episode 174: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Jeff McManus, Ole Miss Landscape Services
It is always an incredible opportunity to talk to one of the industry's best, Jeff McManus. His experience and passion for our industry are unparalleled. In our conversation, we dove into the very real aspects of being a leader, from the challenges to the incredible impact one can have in a...
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Episode 173: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour, Josh Jans- Marketing Manager
If you want to see what the Toro Grounds Academy is all about and what you can gain from attending one of the best events in the turfgrass industry, Josh and his team are tasked with developing the event and creating a space where industry professionals have authentic conversations that truly...
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Episode 172: Toro Grounds Leadership Grounds Tour: Toro Sales Team, Matt Anderson, Chris Overman, Troy Von Holdt
Be sure to check out this incredible episode, featuring the heart and soul of the Tour Grounds Team and some of the best people in our industry. Chris, Matt, and Troy are the District Sales Managers for North America, with some of the best insight into the machine that is The Toro Company. We...
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Episode 171: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Grant Davisson, Minnesota Vikings
Upon Arrival at the Grounds Leadership Academy, we met with Grant Davisson, the Minnesota Vikings' Director of Sports Fields and Grounds. As a part of the Toro Ground Academy, we were able to tour their facility and see the behind-the-scenes of their operation and how an NFL Grounds Crew…
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Episode 170: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Morgan Hunter, Quad Cities RiverBandits
Our next stop takes us to the Quad Cities, home of the Single A Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals, RiverBandits. We met up with the Director of Field Services and good friend, Morgan Hunter. We discussed her time in the KC Royals system, where she has grown in each opportunity. Talked about an...
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Episode 169: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Sam Heaton, Cleveland Browns Intern
We had the honor of stopping in Cleveland to see one of our former students working his first internship with the Cleveland Browns and Pioneer Athletics. It has been great to see how far Sam has come since his first year in the Brentsville Turf Program. He has an extremely bright future in this...
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Episode 168: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- James Hlavaty, Pioneer Athletics Product Manager
Also, at our stop at Pioneer Athletics, we got the incredible opportunity to talk with industry leader James Hlavaty. We dive into the R&D portion of the organization to talk about the advancement of the industry with their groundbreaking innovation for field paint. We also got some great insight...
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Episode 167- Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Meg Kruger, Pioneer Athletics Content Lead
Check out our next stop on the Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour in Cleveland, Ohio, with the Content Lead for Pioneer Athletics, Meg Kruger. This is an excellent episode with a unique perspective on our industry as a whole. Maeg has spent her time in the industry uplifting others with her...
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Episode 166: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Matt Brown, Director of Field Operations Pittsburgh Pirates
Our next Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour stop is PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. We had the opportunity to sit with Matt Brown and talk about field management. Always great catching up with my former boss and discuss the growth that has happened from when he first started with the...
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Episode 165: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Jeremy Wilt, Director of Field Operation & Special Guest DA BOSS
During our time in Philadelphea, we had the opportunity to sit down with the Director of Field Operations for the Philadelphea Phillies Jeremy Wilt. This is an episode you do not want to miss with special guest Da Boss. This episode showcases the importance of family and the impact it truly has…
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Episode 164: Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour- Tony Leonard, Vice President of Grounds Philedephia Eagles
We are excited to start our second annual Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour in sunny Philadelphia with one of the best in our industry, Mr. Tony Leonard. When it comes to sports field managers, Tony has developed one of the best operations in the industry from their incredible staff to their...
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Episode 163: DuraEdge Products, Patrick Coakley
Be sure to check out this episode, where we dive into the background behind the engineer soils of DuraEdge Products with Patrick Coakley. We better understand the significance of how they produce their products to ensure the best and safest playing surfaces at all levels of play, from the Major...
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Episode 162: Ben McGraw Ph.D.- Coordinator Turfgrass Science Program
We have an absolutely incredible episode with the new Coordinator of the Penn State Turfgrass Science program. We have an amazing conversation with an industry leader about the opportunity that Penn State Turfgrass presents to its students and the industry's overall growth. His passion for the...
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Episode 161: Stephen Lord CSFM, Advanced Turf
Be sure to check out our episode with Stephen Lord of Advanced Turf, one of the best in our industry. We dive into all things Advanced Turf and how the company has grown to new heights and areas of the country. We also discussed our industry and all of the growth over the years since his time…
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Episode 160: Geoff Webb, CEO of Grounds Management Association
With the conclusion of Grounds Week, we had the opportunity to talk with the CEO of the Grounds Managment Association, Geoff Webb. We discussed all of the incredible work of the GMA and their advocacy not only for their members but for safe playing surfaces through their work on the development…
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Episode 159: Em Casey, Seven Canyons Golf Resort
What an incredible episode with an exciting industry professional, Em Casey! We discuss all of the amazing parts of her work at Seven Canyons Golf Resort, including her work with the unique wildlife of Javelinas, which is one of the duties assigned when it comes to golf course superintendents and...
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Episode 158: The Road to SFMA with Toro Grounds- Brentsville Turf SFMA Conference Review
We are excited to wrap up our Toro Grounds Series with a podcast with Brentsville Turf Students who attended the SFMA Conference. If you ever wonder why our program is so special, you need to listen to these kids' excitement to be a part of this year's National conference. Meeting with industry...
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Episode 157: The Road to SFMA with Toro Grounds- Adam Russell, MVP Genetics
We are excited to have one of our favorite professionals on the podcast, Mr. Adam Russell of MVP Genetics. We have had the incredible opportunity to Partner with MVP Genetics over the past couple of years as we installed one of the best vegetative bermudagrasses out there, IronCutter…
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Episode 156: The Road to SFMA with Toro Grounds: Beyond the Field- SFMA Keynote
We are honored to be Partnering with the SFMA to bring you the 2024 Keynote talk- Beyond the Field: Utilizing History, Technology, and Mentorship to Define the Future of Sports Field Management. The members of the Panel included Mike Goatley, Ph.D., Abby McNeal, CSFM, Chad Price, CSFM, CFB, Leah...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
An educational podcast created to help students in the Brentsville Turfgrass Management Program learn from industry professionals by discussing their careers and experiences in the industry. We aim to learn first hand through this podcast in our virtual classroom.
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Drew Miller
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An educational podcast created to help students in the Brentsville Turfgrass Management Program learn from industry professionals by discussing their careers and experiences in the industry. We aim to learn first hand through this podcast in our virtual classroom.
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