Increased growth of participation and attendance means an increase in new field construction and renovations. Even fields built to the highest standards and established with the appropriate grass will not continue to perform if they are not used and maintained properly. Athletic field management combines the science of growing turfgrass and the art of maintaining sports turf to produce safe and aesthetically pleasing playing areas. The use of athletic facilities is at an all time high.
Population growth translates into more children participating in athletics.
The explosion in athletic opportunities for girls and women has doubled the use of some facilities, and resulted in the construction of thousands of new ones. Soccer, football and baseball comprise the primary sports utilizing a turf surface. In addition to participation, attendance at sporting events is increasing. Youth baseball and softball participation by young people is on a rise. Data indicate that tackle football has seen a slight decline in youth participation in recent years.