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Paul Zaraza, Stadium Grounds Manager at Sports Illustrated Stadium, shares his journey from golf to pitch perfection. From managing multiple sports and concerts to using advanced grow lights, he reveals the challenges and triumphs of keeping the field match-ready—plus a preview of the 2025 Masterclass.

From baseball games to football matches and concerts, Citi Field showcases innovative field management. At this year’s Masterclass, Bill Deacon shares how he keeps the playing surface in peak condition through cutting-edge techniques and creative solutions.

From rugby and football to concerts and monster trucks, AAMI Park’s pitch endures it all. Troy Jordan, Head of Horticulture & Sports Grounds at Melbourne & Olympic Parks, shares how his team manages a packed event schedule across 40 hectares while using advanced LED grow lighting to maintain world-class turf with reduced environmental impact.

FC Barcelona demands excellence in everything—including its pitches. Grounds Manager Octavi Creus relies on TurfBase to monitor and perfect every blade of grass with real-time data and cutting-edge technology. Discover how innovation is transforming pitch management at one of the world’s greatest football clubs.

Keeping the pitch at Johan Cruijff ArenA in top shape is a science. With advanced LED grow lights and data-driven technology, the grounds team ensures a world-class playing surface - sustainable, resilient, and always match-ready.