Education programs and more for STMA 29th Conference & Exhibition

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Registration, all education sessions, and the trade show January 16-19, 2018 will be at the Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St., Fort Worth, TX 76102

Learn best management practices from academics and industry experts through case studies, hands-on learning, traditional presentations and in-depth classes. Choose from eight educational tracks: turfgrass management, professional development, synthetic, industry developments, pest control, renovation, facility management, and soil science.

Essential information

Airline Reservations

If you need help making travel arrangements, contact STMA’s travel agency, WorldTek, at 800-233-5989.

Airports

Two airports serve Fort Worth: Dallas Love Field, 34 miles from the convention center and Dallas/Fort Worth International, 24 miles away.

Antitrust Policy

STMA supports competition and adheres to a policy of strict conformity to the spirit and letter of the antitrust laws. Pricing, sales terms, wages and any other competitive information should never be discussed at STMA’s meetings.

Attire

Business casual (slacks and a collared shirt for men and comparable apparel for women) is the preferred conference attire. Coat and tie is requested for the Awards Banquet on Friday. Cutoffs, jeans, t-shirts, and ball caps are discouraged.

Banned Activities: Suitcasing & Outboarding

Suitcasing is when an attendee solicits business in the trade show aisles or other public spaces such as a hospitality suite or a restaurant. Also called outboarded events, these types of activities are detrimental to the exhibition. These are unethical business practices and will not be tolerated. To distribute information or conduct business, you must be an exhibitor. STMA has the right to remove anyone who violates this policy.

CEUs & Pesticide Recertification Credits

CEUs will be available through ASBA, GCSAA, NRPA, PGMS, NALP, TNLA and TTA. Seven Structural CEUs and eight Agricultural CEUs are approved for Texas. If you are attending from another state and need pesticide recertification credits, you are responsible for contacting your state’s Department of Agriculture for approval.

Conference Recordings (FREE)

All full conference registrants receive FREE access to the education session recordings. Look for an email post-conference with the link and password.

First-Time Attendees

Meet the STMA Board and your peers at a reception honoring you on Wed., Jan. 17, 6-7 pm. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary beverage. Be sure to wear your First-Time attendee ribbon for admittance.

Sponsored by Atlas Turf, Platinum TE, Pure Seed, Sod Solutions

Hotels

The Omni Hotel ($189 per night, single or double), the Hilton Ft. Worth ($169 per night, single or double) and the Sheraton Fort Worth ($169 per night single or double) are the hotels serving the conference. To reserve your room, go to STMA.org and click on the hotel links.

International Attendees

Meet the STMA Board and your peers at a reception honoring you on Wed., Jan. 17, 6-7 pm. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary beverage. Be sure to wear your International attendee ribbon for admittance.

Sponsored by Atlas Turf, Platinum TE, Pure Seed, Sod Solutions

New Members

If you are not a current STMA national member you are eligible to receive a FREE conference registration. New members must not have been a national member since 2000. Affiliate, Retired and Student memberships are not eligible for this program. Go to STMA.org to join as a new, first-time member. After the system recognizes you as a new member, you can register for the conference. STMA will only accept online registrations for those taking advantage of the free conference offer.

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Weather

January’s average high temperature is 57 degrees with a nighttime average low temperature of 33 degrees.

Schedule at a Glance

Mon., Jan. 15

6:30 – 9 pm Registration Open

Tues., Jan. 16

6:30 – 8 am Continental Breakfast

6:30 am – 5 pm Registration Open

7 am – 4:15 pm Seminar on Wheels Tours

12 – 3 pm SAFE Topgolf Event

2:30 – 5 pm Academy Education

3 – 7 pm STMA Certification Exam

6 – 9 pm SAFE Night of Bowling

Wed., Jan. 17

6:30 – 8 am Continental Breakfast

7 am – 5 pm Registration Open

8 – 9:30 am General Session

9:45 am – 12 pm Conference Education

12:15 – 1:15 pm Fun Run/Walk

12 – 2 pm Break

12 – 2 pm Women’s Forum and Lunch

2 – 5 pm Conference Education

5:15 – 6:15 pm Networking Sessions

6 – 7 pm Chapter Board Members Networking and Reception

6 – 7 pm First-timers and International Attendees Reception

7:30 – 10 pm Welcome Reception

Thurs., Jan. 18

6:45 – 7:45 am Certification Breakfast

7 – 8 am Continental Breakfast

7 am – 5 pm Registration Open

8 – 10:45 am Conference Education

11 am – 1:15 pm Keynote Address/Annual Meeting/Lunch

1:30 – 6 pm SAFE Silent Auction

1:30 – 6:30 pm Exhibit Hall Open/Receptions

2 – 4:30 pm Student Challenge

Fri., Jan. 19

7 – 8 am Continental Breakfast

7 – 9 am Past Presidents’ Breakfast

7 – 11 am Registration Open

8 – 10 am Conference Education

10 am – 12:30 pm SAFE Silent Auction

10 am – 1 pm Exhibit Hall Open/Lunch

12:45 – 5 pm Seminar on Wheels

1:30 – 2:30 pm Fun Run/Walk

1:30 – 3 pm Conference Education

6:30 – 10 pm SAFE Live Auction/STMA Awards Reception and Banquet

Sat., Jan. 20

8 am – 12 pm STMA Certification Exam

8 am – 1 pm ASBA Certification Exam

Sponsors: Atlas Turf, Barenbrug, Beacon, Bush, Campey Imants, Carolina Green, Covermaster, Diamond Pro, Ewing, FIELDS Inc., Hunter, John Deere, Little League Int., Pioneer, Platinum TE, Pro’s Choice, Pure Seed, Rain Bird, Redexim, Sod Solutions, Syngenta, Toro, Turface, Vescio, World Class

Thank you to our sponsors!

SAFE and STMA appreciate the support and commitment of our Conference sponsors. Please take a moment in the Exhibition Hall to thank these companies.

Event Highlights

Wed., Jan. 17

Opening General Session

8 – 9:30 am

We Are All in This Together

Relationships Between Sports Field Managers and Athletic Directors

Speakers: Weston Appelfeller, CSFM – Columbus Crew SC; Andy Loughnane – Columbus Crew SC; Andy Gossel – Covenant Christian High School; Megan VanArsdale, Boyle County Schools

Join us for discussion about how to establish and expand successful working relationships between sports turf managers and their supervisors and athletic directors, with a lively Q&A session following the presentation.

Networking Sessions

5:15 – 6:15 pm

Meet your peers in this facilitated session where you can share your issues and hear practical solutions. Each category of membership meets in separate rooms.

Chapter Board Members Hot Topics & Reception

6 – 7 pm

Chapter Board members are invited to a reception to meet fellow chapter leaders. The reception will feature a “Hot Topics” speed-session and discussion so that you can bring timely and relevant information back to your chapters.

Sponsored by Hunter Industries, John Deere, Pioneer Athletics, Turface Athletics

First -Time Attendee and International Attendee Reception

6 – 7 pm

This reception honors our international attendees and new conference participants. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and redeem a complimentary drink ticket. Appropriate ribbons must be worn for admittance.

Sponsored by Atlas Turf, Platinum TE, Pure Seed, Sod Solutions

Welcome Reception

7 – 10 pm

Reconnect with old friends and meet new peers at this heavy hors d’oeuvres event. Drink ticket included.

Sponsored by The Toro Company and Covermaster

Thurs., Jan. 18

Keynote Address, Annual Meeting & Lunch

11 – 1:15 pm

Speaker: Mark Johnson – Retired NCAA Division 1 Baseball Coach

Everyone Counts Because Everyone Brings an Attitude, Energy, Enthusiasm, and Enthusiasm

Mark Johnson has spent years speaking throughout the country and overseas. He will bring high energy and exhibit 41 years of coaching motivation. He will visit humorous topics concerning the “In’s and Outs of Baseball” and the honored tradition of baseball “signs.” Mark will inspirationally touch on subjects of adversity, pressure, vision, and ‘risking-to-achieve.” At the end, he will ask you to get off the sidelines and “let your light shine.”

Sponsored by World Class Athletic Surfaces

Thurs., Jan. 18 & Fri., Jan. 19

Exhibition & Silent Auction

Thursday 1:30 – 6:30 pm (Dessert and Late Afternoon Reception)

Friday 10 am – 1 pm (Lunch on the show floor)

See the latest products and innovations! Meet with product developers and company representatives to find out how their solutions can save you time, money and make you more productive.

Purchase items from our re-energized Silent Auction. Proceeds benefit the SAFE Foundation.

Silent Auction sponsored by Pioneer Athletics

Fri., Jan. 19

Awards Reception, Banquet & SAFE Live Auction

6:30 – 10 pm

Support SAFE by bidding on equipment, technology and sports experiences during the pre-banquet reception. Then enjoy an elegant dinner immediately followed by the awards program. The presentation recognizes those who have achieved top honors in the industry. RSVP is required. Coat and Tie is the preferred attire.

Awards Program sponsored by Carolina Green, Ewing, Hunter and World Class Athletic Surfaces

Pre-banquet reception sponsored by Pro’s Choice

Conference Tracks 2018

Turfgrass Management

Wed., Jan. 17

9:45 – 10:45 am

In Season Plant Growth Regulators: High Risk or High Reward?

Keith Winter

11 am – 12 pm

Our Season with TifGrand

Nick Fedewa

11 am – 12 pm

Establishing a Bermuda Field Without Irrigation

Michael Skelton

3:30 – 5 pm

Optimizing Bermudagrass Athletic Field Winter Survival in the Transition Zone

Marcus Dean, CSFM, Gregg Munshaw, Ph.D.

Thurs., Jan. 18

8 – 9:15 am

Behind the Scenes: Recreational and Collegiate Athletic Field Management at the University of Florida

Jason Kruse, Ph.D.

8 – 9:15 am

Topdressing and Cultivation for Your Athletic Fields – Part 1

Nick Christians, Ph.D., Adam Thoms, Ph.D.

9:30 – 10:45 am

Topdressing and Cultivation for Your Athletic Fields – Part 2

Nick Christians, Ph.D., Adam Thoms, Ph.D.

Fri., Jan. 19

1:30 – 3 pm

In Season Plant Growth Regulators: High Risk or High Reward?

Keith Winter

Professional Development

Wed., Jan. 17

8 – 9:30 am

Opening General Session – We Are All in This Together: Relationships Between Sports Field Managers and Athletic Directors

Weston Appelfeller, CSFM, Andy Gossel, Andy Loughnane, Megan VanArsdale

9:45 – 10:45 am

‘Professional’ Turfgrass Management

Michael Goatley, Jr., Ph.D.

2 – 3:15 pm

Managing Stress and Avoiding Burnout

Lisa Goatley, M.S., L.P.C.

3:30 – 5 pm

Positive Coaching for Sports Turf Managers

Josh McPherson, CSFM

Thurs., Jan. 18

8 – 9:15 am

Professional Development: Necessary Steps in Your Career Advancement

James Bergdoll, CSFM

9:30 – 10:45 am

Have You Prepared Your Staff for Success or Failure?

Amy Fouty, CSFM

9:30 – 10:45 am

PR/Social Media Recognition: Why It’s Important for Your Boss to Know!

Glenn Gray, Tomás Silvani

11 am – 12 pm

Keynote – Everyone Counts Because Everyone Brings an Attitude, Energy and Enthusiasm

Mark Johnson

Fri., Jan. 19

1:30 – 3 pm

‘Professional’ Turfgrass Management

Michael Goatley, Jr., Ph.D.

Synthetic

Wed., Jan. 17

9:45 – 10:45 am

STC Guidelines for Synthetic Turf Base Systems

Francois Hebert

11 am – 12 pm

Synthetic Field Management

Matt Anderson, CSFM, Sarah Martin, CSFM, Doug Schattinger

Fri., Jan. 19

8 – 10 am

Lightning Round – Safer Sports: How Science Meets Mother Nature, Trends & Technology

Dan Sawyer

8 – 10 am

Lightning Round – Recycling, Repurposing, and Reusing Rubber Infilled Systems

Darren Powers

Industry Developments

Tues., Jan. 16

2:30 – 5 pm

30 Years of Sports Turf Research – What Have We Learned?

Trey Rogers, Ph.D.

Wed., Jan. 17

9:45 – 10:45 am

Athletic Field Performance Testing

Gerald Henry, Ph.D., Chase Straw

11 am – 12 pm

Beyond the Science, the Art of Sports Turf

Stephen Crockett, CSFM

3:30 – 5 pm

Athlete Perception and Injury Risk Within Natural Turfgrass Sports Fields

Gerald Henry, Ph.D., Chase Straw

Thurs., Jan. 18

8 – 9:15 am

Sports Turf Research Focusing on Athlete Performance and Safety

John Sorochan, Ph.D.

Fri., Jan. 19

8 – 10 am

Lightning Round – Bluemuda: What Is It and Is It Right for You?

Brian Winka, CSFM

8 – 10 am

Lightning Round – Early Stress Detection Using Standard Cameras: Innovative Technology

Eyal Katz, Ph.D.

Pest Control

Wed., Jan. 17

11 am – 12 pm

Warm Season Weed Control

Speaker: James Brosnan, Ph.D.

3:30 – 5 pm

Low Budget Weed Control

Jared Hoyle, Ph.D., Jay McCurdy, Ph.D.

Thurs., Jan. 18

9:30 – 10:45 am

Turfgrass Insects

Gary Brooks

9:30 – 10:45 am

Understanding Dislodgeable Foliar Residues and Optimizing Pesticide Applications

Travis Gannon, Ph.D.

Renovation

Wed., Jan. 17

2 – 3:15 pm

Renovating a Collegiate Baseball Field in Multiple Phases

Jon Fitch

3:30 – 5 pm

In with the New: BMPs for Regrassing Cool-Season Turf

Michael Buras, CSFM, John Inguagiato, Ph.D.

Fri., Jan. 19

8 – 10 am

Panel Discussion – Cool-Season Field Renovation

Leah Brilman, Ph.D., John Inguagiato, Ph.D., Brad Park, Pamela Sherratt

8 – 10 am

Lightning Round – Recognizing the Depletion of Multi-Use Parks and Green Spaces

Peter Auth

Facility Management

Tues., Jan. 16

2:30 – 5 pm

Should Financing & Leasing be a Part of Your Acquisition Strategy?

Paul Danielson, CSE, Tim Borger, Dean Whitehead

Wed., Jan. 17

2 – 3:15 pm

Budgets Cuts – Are You Prepared to Justify?

Roger D. Havlak

2 – 3:15 pm

Facility Liability and Lawsuit Prevention

Patrick McGuiness

3:30 – 5 pm

Multiple Sports on Fields and Multiple Locations of Schools

Danny Foye, Jr., Kevin Morgan

Thurs., Jan. 18

8 – 9:15 am

Asking the Tough Questions

Grady Miller, Ph.D.

8 – 9:15 am

Making Better Weather-Based Management Decisions

Brad Jakubowski

9:30 – 10:45 am

John Mascaro’s Photo Quiz Comes Alive

John Mascaro

Fri., Jan. 19

8 – 10 am

ASBA Panel Discussion – Analyzing and Comparing Bid Specifications: An Apples to Apples Comparison

James Catella, PE, Michael Gentile, Craig Honkomp

8 – 10 am

Panel Discussion – When Disaster Strikes: A Guide to Manage, Recover & Prepare

Kim Bybee, Amy Fouty, CSFM, Bruce Suddeth, Mason Ward

Soil Science

Wed., Jan. 17

9:45 – 10:45 am

Sports Field Drainage – Problems and Solutions

Speaker: Andrew McNitt, Ph.D.

9:45 – 10:45 am

The Importance of Managing Soil Moisture on Athletic Fields

Kyley Dickson, Ph. D.

11 am – 12 pm

The Ups and Downs of Soil pH Modification

Nick Christians, Ph.D.

2 – 3:15 pm

Athletic Field Drainage from Design to Maintenance

Thomas Rychlik, P.E., LEED-AP

2 – 3:15 pm

Advanced Soil Science for the Sports Turfgrass Professional

Bryan Hopkins, Ph.D.

Fri., Jan. 19

1:30 – 3 pm

Athletic Field Drainage from Design to Maintenance

Thomas Rychlik, P.E., LEED-AP

Conference Learning Sessions

Tues., Jan. 16

STMA Short Courses

2:30 – 5 pm

Should Financing & Leasing be a Part of Your Acquisition Strategy?

Speaker: Paul Danielson, CSE, The Toro Company; Tim Borger, TCF Equipment Finance, A Division of TCF National Bank

30 Years of Sports Turf Research – What Have We Learned?

Speaker: Trey Rogers, Ph.D. – Michigan State University

Wed., Jan. 17

8 – 9:30 am

Opening General Session

We Are All in This Together: Relationships Between Sports Field Managers and Athletic Directors

Speakers: Weston Appelfeller, CSFM – Columbus Crew SC; Andy Gossel – Covenant Christian HS; Andy Loughnane – Columbus Crew SC; Megan VanArsdale – Boyle County Schools

9:45 – 10:45 am

Sports Field Drainage – Problems and Solutions

Speaker: Andrew McNitt, Ph.D. – Penn State University

‘Professional’ Turfgrass Management

Speaker: Michael Goatley, Jr., Ph.D. – Virginia Tech

In Season Plant Growth Regulators: High Risk or High Reward?

Speaker: Keith Winter – Fort Wayne TinCaps

STC Guidelines for Synthetic Turf Base Systems

Speaker: Francois Hebert – Design & Solutions for Sports Surfaces F.H ltd (DSSS)

The Importance of Managing Soil Moisture on Athletic Fields

Speaker: Kyley Dickson, Ph. D. – University of Tennessee

Athletic Field Performance Testing

Speakers: Gerald Henry, Ph.D. and Chase Straw – University of Georgia

11 am – 12 pm

Beyond the Science, the Art of Sports Turf

Speaker: Stephen Crockett, CSFM – City of Union City, Tennessee

Warm Season Weed Control

Speaker: James Brosnan, Ph.D. – University of Tennessee

Synthetic Field Management

Speakers: Matt Anderson, CSFM – The University of Arizona; Sarah Martin, CSFM – City of Phoenix, Parks and Recreation Department; Doug Schattinger – Pioneer Athletics

Our Season with TifGrand

Speaker: Nick Fedewa – SMG Jacksonville/Jaguars

Establishing a Bermuda Field Without Irrigation

Speaker: Michael Skelton – Culpeper County Parks and Rec

The Ups and Downs of Soil pH Modification

Speaker: Nick Christians, Ph.D. – Iowa State University

2 – 3:15 pm

Managing Stress and Avoiding Burnout

Speaker: Lisa Goatley, M.S., L.P.C. – The Cascade Group

Athletic Field Drainage from Design to Maintenance

Speaker: Thomas Rychlik, P.E., LEED-AP – Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc.

Renovating a Collegiate Baseball Field in Multiple Phases

Speaker: Jon Fitch – Shive-Hattery, Inc.

Budgets Cuts – Are You Prepared to Justify?

Speaker: Roger Havlak – City of San Angelo / Angelo State University

Advanced Soil Science for the Sports Turfgrass Professional

Speaker: Bryan Hopkins, Ph.D. – Brigham Young University

Facility Liability and Lawsuit Prevention

Speaker: Patrick McGuiness – Zlimen and McGuiness, Attorneys at Law

3:30 – 5 pm

Optimizing Bermudagrass Athletic Field Winter Survival in the Transition Zone

Speakers: Marcus Dean, CSFM and Gregg Munshaw, Ph.D., University of Kentucky

Multiple Sports on Fields and Multiple Locations of Schools

Speakers: Danny Foye, Jr. and Kevin Morgan – Duval County School Board

Athlete Perception and Injury Risk Within Natural Turfgrass Sports Fields

Speakers: Gerald Henry, Ph.D. and Chase Straw – University of Georgia

In with the New: BMPs for Regrassing Cool-Season Turf

Speakers: Michael Buras, CSFM – Longwood Cricket Club; John Inguagiato, Ph.D. – University of Connecticut

Low Budget Weed Control

Speakers: Jared Hoyle, Ph.D. – Kansas State University; Jay McCurdy, Ph.D. – Mississippi State University

Positive Coaching for Sports Turf Managers

Speaker: Josh McPherson, CSFM – University of Missouri

5:15 – 6:15 pm

STMA Networking Sessions

Meet with your peers during this formalized networking session. Each category of membership meets separately to share issues and practical solutions.

Thurs., Jan. 18

8 – 9:15 am

Professional Development: Necessary Steps in Your Career Advancement

Speaker: James Bergdoll, CSFM – City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works

Sports Turf Research Focusing on Athlete Performance and Safety

Speaker: John Sorochan, Ph.D. – University of Tennessee

Asking the Tough Questions

Speaker: Grady Miller, Ph.D. – North Carolina State University

Behind the Scenes: Recreational and Collegiate Athletic Field Management at the University of Florida

Speaker: Jason Kruse, Ph.D. – University of Florida

Making Better Weather-Based Management Decisions

Speaker: Brad Jakubowski – Penn State University

Topdressing and Cultivation for Your Athletic Fields – Part 1

Speakers: Nick Christians, Ph.D. and Adam Thoms, Ph.D. – Iowa State University

9:30 – 10:45 am

Have You Prepared Your Staff for Success or Failure?

Speaker: Amy Fouty, CSFM – Michigan State University

John Mascaro’s Photo Quiz Comes Alive

Speaker: John Mascaro – Turf-Tec International

Turfgrass Insects

Speaker: Gary Brooks – Bayer

Understanding Dislodgeable Foliar Residues and Optimizing Pesticide Applications

Speaker: Travis Gannon, Ph.D. – NC State University

PR/Social Media Recognition: Why It’s Important for Your Boss to Know!

Speakers: Glenn Gray and Tomás Silvani – Buffalo.Agency

Topdressing and Cultivation for Your Athletic Fields – Part 2

Speakers: Nick Christians, Ph.D. and Adam Thoms, Ph.D. – Iowa State University

11 am – 12 pm

Keynote – Mark Johnson – Retired NCAA Division 1 Baseball Coach

Everyone Counts, Because Everyone Brings an Attitude, Energy, and Enthusiasm

Fri., Jan. 19

8 – 10 am

ASBA Panel Discussion – Analyzing and Comparing Bid Specifications: An Apples to Apples Comparison

Speakers: James Catella, PE – Clark Companies; Michael Gentile – Sports Labs USA; Craig Honkomp – Sportsworks Field Design

Panel Discussion – Cool-Season Field Renovation

Speakers: Leah Brilman, Ph.D. – DLF Pickseed USA; John Inguagiato, Ph.D. – University of Connecticut; Brad Park – Rutgers University; Pamela Sherratt – The Ohio State University

Panel Discussion – When Disaster Strikes: A Guide to Manage, Recover & Prepare

Speakers: Kim Bybee – City of Carrollton; Amy Fouty, CSFM – Michigan State University; Bruce Suddeth – University of South Carolina Upstate; Mason Ward – City of Carrollton

Lightning Rounds

Bluemuda: What Is It and Is It Right for You?

Speaker: Brian Winka, CSFM – President, Missouri Sports Turf Consulting LLC

Recognizing the Depletion of Multi-Use Parks and Green Spaces

Speaker: Peter Auth – Santa Clara Unified School District

Early Stress Detection Using Standard Cameras: Innovative Technology

Speaker: Eyal Katz, Ph.D. – GrassFocus Ltd.

Safer Sports: How Science Meets Mother Nature, Trends & Technology

Speaker: Dan Sawyer – Brock USA

Recycling, Repurposing, and Reusing Rubber Infilled Systems

Speaker: Darren Powers – Redexim Turf Products

REPEAT SESSIONS

1:30 – 3 pm

‘Professional’ Turfgrass Management

Speaker: Michael Goatley, Jr., Ph.D. – Virginia Tech

In Season Plant Growth Regulators: High Risk or High Reward?

Speaker: Keith Winter – Fort Wayne TinCaps

Athletic Field Drainage from Design to Maintenance

Speaker: Thomas Rychlik, P.E., LEED-AP – Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc.

Optional Offsite Events

TopGolf, Bowling, Tours

The STMA conference offers several off-site, optional activities: three on Tuesday and one on Friday.

Tues., Jan. 16

Full Day Seminar on Wheels

7 am – 4:15 pm

Participants will travel to AT&T Stadium, formerly Cowboys Stadium. It has a retractable roof and serves as the home of the Dallas Cowboys. The second stop is Ford Center at the Star, which is a state of the art indoor athletic facility shared by the Dallas Cowboys, the City of Frisco and Frisco ISD high schools. The Next, tour Toyota Stadium and Toyota Soccer Center, where participants will hear about management practices for the 18 fields and view the concert stage and tunnel load-in areas. The final stop will be Dr Pepper Ball Park, home to the Texas Rangers affiliate, the Frisco RoughRiders.

Lunch and transportation included. Cost is $65