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All change for the Kingsholm

Under relatively new ownership, it is all change at the Kingsholm Stadium, home of Gloucester Rugby. As well as a new corporate identity - including a new crest - the playing surface has been upgraded too, with a new Motz Hero hybrid surface being laid, through which the grass grows. Head Groundsman Dave Balmer talked to Pitchcare about this latest innovation in playing surfaces

By Jake Barrow in Rugby

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Greenkeeper apprenticeships - An employee’s journey

In this second article, Andy Wight gives an overview from the apprentice’s point of view when undertaking a Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship. It will also be of real value to any employers who wish to understand the actual content of the apprenticeship and the apprentice’s journey through it.

By Andy Wight in Training & Education

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Cheltenham Racecourse - The shining jewel

At the heart of jump racing is ‘The FestivalTM’ which has become the shining jewel in the racing calendar; a date that coincides with St. Patrick’s day and sees the Republic of Ireland flock to Gloucestershire. Head Groudsman Ben Hastie is responsible for keeping the course in pristine condition to welcome more than 700,000 visitors per year.

By Kerry Haywood in Equestrian

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How fast is your grass growing?

Jason Haines, Golf Course Superintendent at Pender Harbour Golf Club in British Columbia, Canada, offers his thoughts on the benefits of measuring clipping yield

By Jason Haines in Golf

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Now listen very carefully... I will say this only once!

Trainer Frank Newberry asks if we are really listening to each other in meetings at work or whether we are just competing to get our point across? He looks at the pitfalls of not actively listening and shares a little tip for those of us who need to improve our listening skills

By Frank Newberry in Training & Education

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All change for the Kingsholm

Greenkeeper apprenticeships - An employee’s journey

In this second article, Andy Wight gives an overview from the apprentice’s point of view when undertaking a Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship. It will also be of real value to any employers who wish to understand the actual content of the apprenticeship and the apprentice’s journey through it.

Cheltenham Racecourse - The shining jewel

How fast is your grass growing?

Jason Haines, Golf Course Superintendent at Pender Harbour Golf Club in British Columbia, Canada, offers his thoughts on the benefits of measuring clipping yield

Now listen very carefully... I will say this only once!

Trainer Frank Newberry asks if we are really listening to each other in meetings at work or whether we are just competing to get our point across? He looks at the pitfalls of not actively listening and shares a little tip for those of us who need to improve our listening skills

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