Brentsville Turf Toro Grounds Academy, Cultivating the Next Generation of Turfgrass Managers. Tiger Turf Talk Podcast. This account not a PWCS
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We are excited to make the historic announcement of the Brentsville Turf Toro Grounds Academy. To represent the best company in the turfgrass industry is something extraordinary. This Parntership is rooted in our shared cultures and passion for cultivating the next generation of turfgrass managers.
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To say we are heart broken is an Understatement, but we celebrate the moments that we have with Ryland. We cherish the best person we know. We know you will be watching over us making sure we have that perfect lines you always strived for. Rest easy Ryland. 10/9/03- 9/15/2021.
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The Nationals grounds crew has done a phenomenal job on the field in Preparation for the all star game.
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A highlight of the @FieldExperts conference this year was presenting with industry leader @leahlou2 on the significance of the Sports Field Manager and strategic ways of bringing awareness to those outside our industry about this incredible profession. “All it takes is ONE!” 🤟🏼🤟🏼
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What an incredible experience for our program! Our students produced a professional product on a professional stage. So incredibly proud of our students and all their hardwork. #tigerturfgrass #traditionofexcellence @PWCSNews @SuperPWCS @BDHSNews @FieldExperts @KTingler10
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We are excited to announce that our program has been hired to help at Audi Field tomorrow with the conversion from MLS soccer to XFL football. This is an incredible opportunity for our students to showcase their skills. Follow our journey on the @PWCSNews Snapchat and instagram!
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Just going to leave this here …… County official Friday night: “I thought they were not going to install artificial Turf on the stadium field at Brentsville” 😎👀😏 #grasscandomore #ironcutter
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"It may not work out how you think it will or how you hope it does. But believe me, it will all work out."
Excited to announce I have completed my Doctorate in Educational Leadership. I cannot thank my students enough for pushing to be better every day. Love you all🤟🏼
-Dr. Miller
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Ryland has always been strong &resilient,but now that life has thrown him a curveball he is stronger & more resilient than ever. In times that are already uncertain & challenging,he is facing a cancer diagnosis.Ryland, your BD Turf Family stands behind you and loves you always!🎗
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Super proud of our Brentsville Turf Team for placing 7th in the @FieldExperts Collegiate Student Challenge against some of the top Turfgrass programs from across the country! Fantastic work by our students dedication to preparation being the only high school program to compete.
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Giving the students the opportunity to be creative with their work while incorporating industry skills produces something like this. Awesome work by our kids who continue to impress.#tigerturfgrass #STEAM @SuperPWCS @FieldExperts @CTE4pwcs
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The best part of the @FieldExperts Industry……THE PEOPLE
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Truly an incredible moment to have our students there to accept the @FieldExperts National Field of the Year award! All the hard work and dedication of our students being recognized as one of the best Natural grass playing surfaces in the country. @BDHSNews @PWCSNews
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We had a lot of fun with this one! Shoutout to Mr. Cameron for the idea and the challenge for our students! #VirginiaisForLovers #StarsandStripes @BrentsvilleSpo1 @PWCSNews @LDMcDade @VTTurfgrass @bdtigerfootball
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Crazy second day at the @FieldExperts conference! I love this industry and the incredible people I call my friends! The mentors over the years and the relationships you build are like no other. I truly cannot thank everyone that came out today! There truly is nothing like it 🤟🏼🤟🏼
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Congratulations to our students on winning one of the biggest national competition in the STMA. We are the first high school to win. We want to thank everyone who supported us by voting. We are overwhelmed and grateful. Special thanks to @SuperPWCS for your continued support.
And then there was one! Congratulations to our 2019 Stars & Stripes Winner, STMA Member, Andrew Miller.
Andrew's 'Friday Nights in Small Town USA' design received more than 1,600 votes.
As our winner, Andrew is headed to the 2020 STMA Conference, free of charge. Well done!
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It is not always about the glam shot but the process and what can be done with sound cultural practices. We are so beyond proud of our students, who have taken their own time this summer to create the best and safest playing surface for our athletes.June 28th-July 14th-August 8th
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I wanted to take a moment to thank the admin,staff,parents, and community of Brentsville because none of this would have been possible without your support. Most of all I would like to thank the students, for creating what the program is today -Mr. Miller insidenova.com/news/prince_w…
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Thank you so much to @GCImagazine for featuring our program as the cover story of their November issue. So proud of our students and all their hard work being recognized across the country!Be sure to read @GCSAA @SuperPWCS @PWCSNews @CTE4pwcs @BDHSNews @BrentsvilleSpo1 @BDHSNews
They're young. They have an enthusiastic leader. They're poised to change the turfgrass development game. Introducing the Turfgrass Tigers (and the rest of our November issue). magazine.golfcourseindustry.…
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Congratulations to our students on winning the STMA 2019 Mowing Pattern of the Year! So beyond proud of our students and their hard work being nationally recognized! What a year! @PWCSNews @CTE4pwcs @SuperPWCS @BDHSNews @BrentsvilleSpo1
Congratulations to Andrew Miller on winning the seventh annual Mowing Patterns Contest!
His entry 'Nations Largest Classroom' was designed in Nokesville, Virginia where Miller is the Program Advisor for the Brentsville High School turfgrass management program.
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Truly honored to accept the @FieldExperts Field of the Year award on behalf of our students. Their work truly is remarkable. To be surrounded by mentors, friends, colleagues, and former students made it that more special of a night. Added bonus of winning alongside a good friend
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We are honored to be the recipient of the 2021 @FieldExperts President’s Award for Leadership, for the work of our students having an impact, influence, and inspiring sports field mangers around the world. In loving memory of Ryland, @aggiefieldguy it truly means the world.
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I'm often asked how can we bring in the next generation of Industry Professionals. There truly is only one way to accomplish it and that is to INSPIRE! Incredible careers are a result of mentors that inspire those around them each and everyday. @TifDan14 @leahlou2 @Bryan_Turf
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We are honored to receive for the 3rd year in a row the National Field of Excellence for Donald Lambert field. We are beyond proud of our students for receiving the honor for Sean Russel Cutsworth Field and BD Softball park too. So proud of our Seniors for their dedication!
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Super excited to be presenting next week at the @FieldExperts Conference with Industry Leader @leahlou2 about strategic ways of promoting the Sports Field Management Industry. Our presentation is directly after the General Session. We are excited to see everyone there!
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With Donald Lambert field being removed Monday we wanted to share some of our students favorite works over the past couple years. We are extremely excited for the future with the install of the cutting edge IronCutter Bermudagrass! #naturalgrasscantakemore
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Game 9 and second round of Playoffs. Shout out to the @ASUGroundsCrew for inspiring our students creativity with this weeks scheme! @BrentsvilleSpo1 @BDHSNews @bdtigerfootball
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Everyone please go vote for our student’s entry in the national Sports Turf Managers Association Mowing pattern contest. Entry:“The Nation’s Largest classroom”. Pictured below. The kids worked hard on this. @SuperPWCS @PWCSNews @BDHSNews @BrentsvilleSpo1 woobox.com/ckoxtw/gallery/nu…
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We need your help! One of our students has been fighting brain cancer. Members of the Turf industry have started a fundraiser to support him! We challenge all turf managers to support and wear their Ryland Strong shirts Across America. Be sure to share! customink.com/fundraising/ry…
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We are excited to announce that we have officially received our new greenhouse. Thank you to our administration, @CTE4pwcs , and @PWCSNews for all you did to make this happen. We cannot wait to get our students in to learn in their new greenhouse! @PWCSChairman @Adele4SchoolBrd
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Game 4 is set! Students are starting to master the different aspects of preparing the field, getting better each week! Proud of their growth and dedication to their work. #tigerturfgrass
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Truly an incredible experience to have two of our students as members of the all @womeninturfteam Grounds Crew at the Softball @LittleLeague World Series this past week. To see our students fully immersed in the industry is something truly special. Launching Thriving Futures 🚀
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This is a must-watch Episode with SportsTurf Superintendent of @msstate, @msudawg2004! Loved talking about the significance of feedback and providing the best playing surface possible! We cannot thank Brandon enough for inspiring our students! @FieldExperts @SEC @PWCSNews
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A behind-the-scenes look at the @womeninturfteam work at the Softball Little League World Series! Incredible work this past week in Greenville.
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Our favorite Holiday Tradition is helping the @Panthers Grounds Crew prep the field for the ACC Championship. It is always an incredible opportunity for our students to take on the professional stage alongside some of the industry’s best! We are all about seeing what we learn in our classroom directly translate to the @NFL stage! We cannot thank @TifDan14 enough for the impact he has on our students and their futures in the turfgrass industry! He helps us achieve our @PWCSNews goal of Launching Thriving Futures for our students! 🚀@LDMcDade @ToroGrounds @LateefForVA @BrentsvilleSpo1
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Oct. 21st, 2022 vs. Oct. 21st, 2023
Turfgrass genetics are an absolute game changer for field managers. Shout to @MVPGenetics IronCutter Bermudagrass, incredible performance throughout the season.
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We wanted to thank @FieldExperts for the industry’s highest honor. Thank you to all of the industry professionals that have made a positive impact on our program.But most of all I want to thank all of our students for their dedication to our program and our 2018 Field of the Year
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We want to send a huge shout out to the entire @womeninturfteam for inspiring us all through your incredible works. Huge congrats to the new President of @FieldExperts , @SportsTurfSun ! So excited to see the advancement of all Sports Field Managers under your leadership!
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I wanted to take a moment to thank all of my seniors for your dedication to the program that we have built together. You all earned a National FOY & brought the Brentsville Turf name to so many in our community. You will be greatly missed.Thank you and I love you all.-Mr. Miller
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Awesome job by our student with our week 1 “Star and Stripes” theme. Our students exceeded expectations for their first time painting a Varsity field. We are excited for what the rest of the season has in store! #tigerturfgrass @BrentsvilleSpo1 @SuperPWCS @PWCSNews @FieldExperts
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Happy Homecoming @OPJackets!! Thank you for letting us be a part of it. #breastcancerawarenes #buzz @VAturf @FieldExperts @PWCSNews
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We are honored to be selected as the 2023 @FieldExperts Football Field of the Year! Our student's dedication and love for managing their fields is truly inspiring. To have the industry recognize them as the best is priceless. @LDMcDade @PWCSNews @BrentsvilleSpo1 @PWCSChairman
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I think what frustrates me the most is that they stated there a limitations on natural grass specifically with what the grounds crew can do. They did not include the words or view point of the sports field manager. Do not speak for those WHO DO! espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/3556…
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Exam day for our Turf Students! They absolutely crushed it! A cornerstone of our program is performance based exams where students truly master industry skills. We are so proud of our students as they did their best work all season! The future is Bright! @FieldExperts
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One of the greatest moments in my career being the recipient of the @FieldExperts 2023 George Toma Golden Rake Award. I am not sure what I did to deserve it, but I am so grateful to be recognized by my peers. I will continue to do my best for this industry... and Then Some!!!
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So excited for our next stop at Iowa Stat with one of my favorite people in this industry Joe Hill! @CycloneTurf has some incredible projects with hybrid systems and the conversation of synthetic back to turf. An absolutely incredible conversation with the best. Episode soon! 🤟🏼
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On our way down to Charlotte this past week our students were lucky to meet with one of our industy’s best @casey_carrick! Casey we cannot thank you enough for the tour of one of the best college facilities in the country! We really appreciate you taking the time! @FieldExperts
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2 years..I have been thinking about you a lot recently 12. We were truly blessed to have you in our lives Ry. We strive everyday to have the the determination, strength and passion that you had for everything. Cherish those around you everyone. We miss you 🤟🏼🤟🏼❤️❤️ #PlayLikeRy
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We are truly honored to be selected as STMA Field of the Year, the highest honor in our industry. We are so proud of our student’s work being recognized as the best in the nation. This one is for you Ryland🙏🏼🎗🧡🖤! @PWCSNews @LDMcDade @InsideNoVA @Adele4SchoolBrd @PWCSChairman
The 2021 Schools and Parks Sporting Grounds Field of the Year is Donald Lambert Field at Brentsville District High School in Nokesville, VA.
Congratulations to STMA Member, Drew Miller and his team!
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We are truly honored to have Donald Lambert Field and Brentsville Softball Park being selected as @pioneerathletic National Fields of Excellence. Our student's work ethic is unparalleled, and continue to be recognized by the turf industry as one of the best facilities in the US.
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We are so excited to be at the Softball Little League World Series, getting the chance to talk with the first ever all Female grounds crew in the history of Field Management. Truly an incredible experience with some of the best people in the industry! Podcasts to come soon!
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Not a day goes by that we don't think about you Ryland. Today would have been your 18th Birthday. If everyone would please consider donating today to the rylandstrong.org/ foundation to help other children with their fight in his honor. We miss you bud. #RylandStrong
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The first time is always nerve-racking but seeing students take the leap and learn from experiences. That is what we do! Whether it is a mistake or success we are always learning. Love to see it! #tigerturfgrass @PWCSNews @CTE4pwcs
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We want to send a huge shout out to all the @womeninturfteam on National Girl & Women in Sports Day! Thank you for inspiring my students everyday with your life’s work. You are changing the game for the better! #QuackQuack🦆
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Our turf students had an extremely productive day for their first time on the machinery. We have a long way to go but an outstanding start!! #tigerturfgrass #weareback
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Our students have received the top honor of the John Kaminski Leadership Award from the @GCImagazine for our student’s work on our classroom podcast Tiger Turf Talk! We are so proud of our students for making the best of every opportunity no matter the circumstances @PWCSNews
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What a crazy season! So much to reflect on. Awesome trips to see @VAturf and @gjrinehart.Students meeting with industry leaders like @JodyGillTurf.We got to share our work with @GCImagazine.Thank you so much to all who took part in this incredible start to the 19-20 school year.
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Happy senior night to @BdhsSoftball !! Our students put in a little extra work to make their night special. Love seeing our students creativity run wild and execute the plan they created!! That is what our turf program is all about. @PWCSNews @FieldExperts @BrentsvilleSpo1
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We are so beyond proud of our students and their continued success. Their dedication and love for our program are why we continue to grow!Want to thank our incredible admin team for supporting and challenging us to be better every year @LDMcDade @PWCSNews @BDHSNews @FieldExperts
An award-winning Prince William County high school turf grass program is sending students to Charlotte this winter to help prepare the field for the ACC Championship football game. wtop.com/prince-william-coun…
ALT The football field at Brentsville District High School in Prince William County, Virginia.
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One of the highlights of our fall was being able to put out the inaugural @Gar_Field_HS Redwolves Logo.Our students loved this project with @G_FHSAthletics! Incredible opportunity to showcase their talent @PWCSNews @LDMcDade @CTE4pwcs @PWCSChairman @Adele4SchoolBrd @FieldExperts
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Our students received the 2023 @FieldExperts Football Field of the Year! Truly an incredible honor that speaks to our student's dedication and passion for our sports fields. It was special to have students accept the award in person this year. Huge thanks to @MVPGenetics 🤟🏼⚔️🌱
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We are excited to bring you the first part of our Inaugural All-Female Grounds Crew Podcast Series from the @LittleLeague Softball World Series!To start us off by learning how this @womeninturfteam came to be with @SportsTurfSun & @CBEwingSports #Seeitbeit podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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We wanted to thank @pioneerathletic for the opportunity to host Tiger Turf Talk at the booth at the @FieldExperts conference. These were some of the best podcasts that we have ever recorded. An even bigger shout out to all of our incredible guests for taking the time. 🤟🏼🤟🏼🌱🐅
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What a surreal experience getting the opportunity to work with my former students in a professional setting for the opener for @HokiesFB. I am so proud of them! I love my job and the opportunity for our students to have a thriving future in this industry! @PWCSNews @FieldExperts
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Our students love the grind of caring for our athletic fields. What a start to the 2024 school year!
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Best day of the year. Our students have all passed with a 90% or above on the Mower Safety Exam. So they got their first opportunity to get a feel on the mowers before our training course. The pure joy of our students is what it is all about! @PWCSNews
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Playoff Round 3! One of my favorite parts of my job is to see my students take inspiration from industry professionals and execute their plans at a high level. Regional Final Tonight! @BrentsvilleSpo1 @PWCSNews @LDMcDade @bdtigerfootball @FieldExperts @PWCSChairman
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Exciting day here at Brentsville. We have officially broken ground on our new greenhouse! Excited to see our incoming freshman working in our new state of the art classroom next year! 🌱🐅#brentsvilleturf @PWCSNews @BDHSNews
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One of our graduates, @kota_garber28 had the incredible opportunity to spend some time on the @Nationals Grounds Crew. We are so proud of her and it is always great to see our students on an @MLB Field! Huge thanks to @JTurnour for allowing her this incredible opportunity!
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It was a late one, but we are always happy to help our local Minor League team @FXBGNats prepping for the 4th of July series! @FieldExperts @VSTMA @pioneerathletic @PWCSNews @BDHSNews @PWCSChairman
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Playoff Football in Nokesville tonight! #Round2
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When I say future of our industry, this one is going the change this industry. Her excitement and passion for sports turf, she will take this profession to the next level. So excited to see where the future takes her. Any industry professional would be lucky to have her on staff.
Thank you so much Carolina Panthers grounds crew for the incredible opportunity to work in a professional environment with amazing people. An experience I will never forget! @Panthers #panthersgroundscrew @leahlou2 @TurfgrassTiger
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Finished off our time in San Diego with a quick trip out to Sunset Cliffs. I wanted to thank our programs incredible alumni for representing Brentsville Turf so well discussing their work on different Golf Courses across the country. So beyond proud!
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Busy start to the week. Exciting times for our students learning new skills first hand in the classroom! #tigerturfgrass
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We were presented our National Field of Excellence award today at school. Thank you @pioneerathletic for this honor. Could not be more proud of our students! @Brandonmackey31
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So Proud of our students for prepping the field after a crazy amount of rain. These students are becoming professionals in this program and creating a safe and beautiful product that our athletes play on. #tigerturfgrass #pinkout @PWCSNews @FieldExperts @BrentsvilleSpo1
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What a whirlwind the first week of school was. Always one of the best times of the year to see how excited our students get experiencing sports field management for the first time. They take pride in their work! It is just the beginning! #tigerturfgrass
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Staying busy in between fall baseball games getting prepped for overseeding next week. Students continue to learn. @BrentsvilleSpo1 @PWCSNews
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Few words can truly describe this past weekend. But it was one of the greatest moments in my career to watch two of my students take the field with the @womeninturfteam that made up the Inaugural All-Female Grounds crew at the SLLWS. Industry-altering moment! #SeeitBeit
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Time for the Regional Final for @bdtigerfootball in Nokesville tonight. Had to go with the Professional look for our 10th and final Home game of 2022. Grey out for our Hero Ryland! Play Like Ry tonight Tigers!🤟🏼🤟🏼🎗#RylandStrong Big announcement for the future coming soon!
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Love your Life! Find your passion! It will all work out #turfgrassislife
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Failure is our greatest lesson. Strive for greatness in all that you do and take everything as a lesson to get better. #tigerturfgrass
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This past week was a special week for a very special member of our program.Teams across the county wore Ryland strong socks in support of his fight.Last night was the Ryland Strong game at Brentsville where our students were able to show their love for their friend. #rylanstrong
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First Scrimmage of the year means our sophomores first time lining baseball and softball. Exciting time for our students getting prepared for the spring sports season. Awesome work ahead! @FieldExperts @PWCSNews
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Brentsville Turf alum Julie Kessler is spending her summer working on the grounds crew of the @steelers in the @NFL ! So proud to see her chasing her dreams! @CTE4pwcs @PWCSChairman @PWCSNews @LDMcDade @FieldExperts @VTTurfgrass
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It's always a great day when you are out on @ToroGrounds equipment! Our young turf students going on the mowers for the first time after passing their mower safety exams. Everyone’s favorite day! @FieldExperts @TheToroCompany
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Are you obsessed? Find what you love and chase it! #turfgrass
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We are so proud of our students for earning the highest honor in the industry, truly incredible what they are accomplishing in this industry. Thanks you for everyone for your support of our program and our mission! @BrentsvilleSpo1 @BdhsSoftball @PWCSNews @LDMcDade @PWCSChairman
The 2022 Schools and Parks Softball Field of the Year is Brentsville Softball Park in Nokesville, VA.
Congratulations to SFMA Member, Drew Miller and his team. 🏆
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Brentsville Turf takes on Charlotte for the Experience of a Lifetime! #WeWork📍🏙️ @LDMcDade @PWCSChairman @Adele4SchoolBrd @PWCSNews @BrentsvilleSpo1 @TifDan14 @leahlou2 @Bryan_Turf @FieldExperts
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Senior night last night after a couple of frosts. Students put their own spin on a design inspire by @msudawg2004. Proud of our kids work. #tigerturfgrass @FieldExperts @PWCSNews @VAturf
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#GroundsWeek from Brentsville District High School. Thank you to all of those groundskeepers out there that keep inspiring our students everyday! Remember your work is creating memories for all of us out there!
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