Practice Football Fields - Replacing FT with Grass

[goodnterribles]

To my knowledge, Memorial Stadium hasn't been used for much else, until recently. A lot of professional stadiums get used for concerts and other major events, but it seems like a lot of college stadiums aren't used for the same.

Memorial Stadium had the Garth Brooks concert in 2021, before that you had Larry the Cable Guy in 2009. Last musical performance before Brooks was Farm Aid III in 1987. (https://news.unl.edu/newsrooms/today/article/garth-brooks-performing-at-memorial-stadium-aug-14/)

Memorial Stadium hosts the high school football championships, but it really isn't used for much else. Would be smart to try and utilize it for more, if you have the turf.

I'm assuming not being allowed to sell alcohol (until recently) was the big factor for not getting concerts.

 

[CrabHusker]

Does better drainage avert the mud fields we used to experience when having grass fields?

Grass playing surfaces have come a long way in the forty years since I was in high school.

Like I'd mentioned earlier in this thread, in colder areas the'll frequently have geothermal heating loops below the surface to keep it from freezing and have a longer growing season. In areas with heavy rains, they'll typically have sub grade drainage. The base itself is engineered to promote drainage and what they've done with grass strains is pretty amazing. It still requires maintenance and can't withstand unlimited, continuous use, but it's not like the old days.

 

[19D Cav]

I just miss the Old Orange Bowl and the Sand that they painted green after all the grass had died by January . Great memories of Our Huskers playing in that stadium but damm it was a dump by the time it went away

 

[TFrazier]

I just miss the Old Orange Bowl and the Sand that they painted green after all the grass had died by January . Great memories of Our Huskers playing in that stadium but damm it was a dump by the time it went away

I saw Nebraska play Florida State in 1993…1992 season. We were in the last row of the lower level up against a metal lattice. Of course it rained and we got wet even though were were under the upper deck.

The stadium was not in a great place and everyone scattered when the game ended.

 

[BornRed]

Turf vs Grass: NFLPA challenges Jerry Jones' interpretation of injury statistics

May 14, 2023 -- New information has led the NFLPA to, again, publicly address their concerns over the risk of injury on artificial turf.

insidethestar.com

 

[The Impaler]

Turf vs Grass: NFLPA challenges Jerry Jones' interpretation of injury statistics

May 14, 2023 -- New information has led the NFLPA to, again, publicly address their concerns over the risk of injury on artificial turf.

insidethestar.com

Interesting article. I did't play the game, but I'll listen to the players and guys like Matt Rhule who prefer the natural. I like it better as a fan, but it appears most players prefer it as well. Let's face it, in todays day and age, and with what the U is bringing in monetarily, grass isn't too expensive. And plenty of places have done it right in cold climates.

 

[Hooked on Huskers]

Interesting article. I did't play the game, but I'll listen to the players and guys like Matt Rhule who prefer the natural. I like it better as a fan, but it appears most players prefer it as well. Let's face it, in todays day and age, and with what the U is bringing in monetarily, grass isn't too expensive. And plenty of places have done it right in cold climates.

I believe in long term, natural grass will be cheaper than fake surface. Why? Every 8 years or so, replace FieldTurf .... special and expensive disposal. Just like your worn out car tires, typical fee is between $3 and $10 per tire.

Groundskeeper natural grass crew ..... I will gladly volunteer free of charge like mowing duties ....

 

[Hooked on Huskers]

Turf vs Grass: NFLPA challenges Jerry Jones' interpretation of injury statistics

May 14, 2023 -- New information has led the NFLPA to, again, publicly address their concerns over the risk of injury on artificial turf.

insidethestar.com

NFL players 'significantly safer' on grass than turf, association says

After much debate over artificial turf versus natural grass in the NFL, the union that represents players recently presented data showing the notable difference in non-contact injuries between the two playing surfaces.

www.foxweather.com

Rams WR Kupp: NFL games should be on grass

The Rams' Cooper Kupp didn't hesitate when asked to weigh in on the grass vs. turf debate, saying, "Hands down, we should be on grass."

www.espn.com

 

[The Big Red Theory]

Only downside to Memorial Stadium switching to a new modern grass field is the loss of it as a practice field during the season, it would be limited to walk throughs and pre-game. Do the HS Championships have to be played there after all?