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Sam Holt
Groundsmans Blog - Battersby

Cricket Oasis: Mastering Mid-Season Ground Maintenance for Optimal Performance

Renovating a cricket pitch after game play is crucial to restore its condition and ensure long-term quality. The maintenance procedures vary based on factors such as the extent of wear, weather conditions, and the time available before the next use.

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Sam Holt
Groundsmans Blog - Battersby

Maximizing Groundskeeping Excellence in May: Essential Maintenance Tips

Maintaining groundskeeping machinery, including mowers, rollers, fertilizer spreaders, and other equipment, is essential for ensuring their optimal performance, longevity, and, most importantly, the safety of both operators and the playing surface. Proper maintenance practices contribute to efficiency, reduce the risk of breakdowns, and enhance the overall quality of the playing field.

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Sam Holt
Groundsmans Blog - Battersby

April's Cricket Symphony: Pitch-perfect Preparations for a Stellar Season Start!

Preparing a cricket wicket for play involves a carefully planned series of procedures to ensure a consistent, firm, and fair playing surface. The following steps outline a general guideline for the preparation of a cricket wicket over a 10-14 day period.

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Sam Holt
Groundsmans Blog - Battersby

Marching Towards Perfection: Pre-Season Secrets for Crafting and Nurturing the Ultimate Cricket Surface

As March begings to mark the approach of the cricket season, Cricket Groundsmen must intensify their efforts to prepare the cricket square and the entire ground for play.

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