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GMA Awards judging panel announced

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GMA Awards judging panel announced: The GMA’s annual awards will take place later this year when we will celebrate industry excellence across sports turf and artificial surfaces.  

With the closing date to submit applications for the GMA Industry Awards fast approaching, the Grounds Management Association is delighted to announce the judging panel for this year’s ceremony.

GMA Awards judging panel announced

GMA Awards judging panel announced

GMA Awards judging panel announced GMA Awards judging panel announced The ten judges have been tasked with selecting seventeen worthy winners from an industry-wide talent pool who, among them, represent every corner of the sector. Comprising of leading industry professionals, the stellar line up includes seasoned professionals, some with long and distinguished careers; many have judged the annual awards several times before and keep coming back!

The 2023 judges include:

  1. Neil Stubley, Head of Courts and Horticulture at the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club
  2. Adrian Kay, Head Groundsman at York Racecourse
  3. Meg Lay, Groundsperson at Gloucestershire County Cricket Club
  4. Lee Metcalfe, Senior Grounds Manager at Manchester City FC
  5. David Roberts, Director at Training Unlimited
  6. Anthony Facey, Area Sales Manager at Tuckwells
  7. Stuart Kerrison, Head Groundsman at Essex County Cricket Club
  8. Derek Walder, Operations Director at SALTEX
  9. Nasa Hussain, Head Groundsman & Facilities Manager at Yorkshire County Cricket Club
  10. James Wright, Senior Maintenance Manager at Leeds University

Derek Walder said:

“To be invited to judge the Industry Awards applications this year is a real privilege. Having worked in the industry for over 56 years, it’s fantastic to be able to play a part in supporting the sector by recognising the hard work and dedication of those who contribute so much to maintaining the grounds they manage.  

I’m very much looking forward to the judging process, as well as attending the ceremony in November to celebrate the profound and often unnoticed achievements of the industry.”

Geoff Webb, CEO of Grounds Management Association said:

“It’s wonderful to have received the support of such established industry professionals in helping us to shine a spotlight on the groundscare industry.  

Each judge comes with years of insight and invaluable experience from across all areas of the industry that will be put to good use when carefully considering applications and selecting our 2023 Industry Award winners.  

We look forward to welcoming the industry to Headingley Stadium this November to give a platform to those worthy of recognition.”

You can found out more about this year’s judging panel at gmaindustryawards.uk/judges/

The deadline to submit applications is 14th August at gmaindustryawards.uk/awards-categories/

Tickets to attend the awards ceremony at Headingley Stadium on Wednesday 29 November are now on sale at gmaindustryawards.uk/tickets

To discuss sponsorship and other brand partnership opportunities, email Sales Manager Jill Rodham at jrodham@thegma.org.uk.

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GMA Awards sponsors announced

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GMA Awards sponsors announced: With nominations and entries within a month of closing, the GMA is delighted to announce confirmed sponsors of the 2023 Industry Awards. With support spanning the entire sector, sponsors range from leading sporting bodies to businesses within the groundscare industry.

ISEKI UK & Ireland has shown its commitment to recognising industry talent and supporting the sector by becoming this year’s Platinum Sponsor, in addition to sponsoring the Independent School Grounds Team of the Year award. Alongside ISEKI, other industry businesses sponsoring awards include:

GMA Awards sponsors announced

GMA Awards sponsors announced

Infinicut – Professional Tennis Courts Grounds Team of the Year

DLF Seeds – GMA Grounds Manager of the Year

Origin Amenity Solutions – Young Groundsperson of the Year

SGL – Professional Football Grounds Team of the Year (Elite)

Agronomic Services Ltd – Professional Rugby League Grounds Team of the Year

Sarah Cunningham, Director of Commercial and Events of Grounds Management Association said:

‘The GMA Industry Awards is one of the highlights of our calendar and we’re delighted to have received such positive support from across the industry. The event is created by the industry to celebrate the achievements of the industry, and it’s great to have leading organisations from the sector supporting the event.

We’re particularly looking forward to the evening being hosted at Headingley Stadium for the first time and are eager to welcome guests to a ceremony of celebration in the surroundings of such a historic sporting venue.’

Premier League, Rugby Football Union and Rugby Football League and England & Wales Cricket Board are amongst the National Governing Bodies who are keen to show their appreciation for the industry’s valuable contribution to sport by sponsoring awards for their respective sports.

Jason Booth, Chief Operating Officer at Grounds Management Association said:

‘To have sporting National Governing Bodies support the GMA Industry Awards this way is testament to the vital role grounds staff play in making sport possible and the importance of celebrating their work. As an organization, the GMA are determined to provide a platform to recognise the grounds care industry and the fantastic examples of work from volunteers to professionals.’

The GMA Industry Awards were created to celebrate excellence within the grounds care industry and in a year of expanded categories, there is now also the opportunity to nominate someone deserving as well as the chance for hopefuls to enter themselves.

The ceremony, which is set to take place on Wednesday 29th November, will be located at Headingley Stadium’s recently renovated events suite. A prime location for all-season sports, the stadium, which is home to Leeds Rhinos and Yorkshire CCC, is a natural fit to host the prestigious ceremony.

Nominations and entries are still open for the GMA Industry awards with sixteen categories available. The last date for nominations is 7th August, whilst entries are open until 14th August.

To apply for an award, complete the form on the GMA Industry Awards website: https://gmaindustryawards.uk/

Find out more about the Industry Award sponsors here: https://gmaindustryawards.uk/sponsors/

To discuss sponsorship and other brand partnership opportunities, email Sales Manager Jill Rodham at jrodham@thegma.org.uk.

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GroundsFest registration prizes announced

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GroundsFest registration prizes announced: Organisers of GroundsFest have announced that a range of battery-powered equipment from Etesia and Pellenc worth over £6,000 will be presented to some lucky visitors at the event. To be in with a chance of winning, all you have to do is register for your free ticket at groundsfest.com

Taking place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire on 20 and 21 September, GroundsFest will be celebrating the launch of an exciting new era in style. With features such as hands-on machinery demos, indoor halls, Lantra approved training on a range of topics, CPD accredited seminars, and a live music festival – GroundsFest has it all.

GroundsFest registration prizes announced

GroundsFest registration prizes announced

In addition to the limitless opportunities available at the event, event organisers have announced some fantastic registration prizes. The prizes consist of Etesia and Pellenc pedestrian mowers and Pellenc telescopic and fixed-poled pole saws – all of which are battery-powered and will allow you to work for a full day in an environmentally-friendly way.

There are multiple prizes on offer so there will be more than one winner.

Don’t worry if you have already registered – you will automatically get entered into the free draw, which will be made on day two of the event.

If you are groundsperson at a school, or a football, rugby, cricket, or bowls club; a greenkeeper or course manager at a golf club; a landscaper, gardener, contractor, estate manager, lawn care technician or from a local authority or a parish council, then GroundsFest is the event for you.

Register for free at groundsfest.com

You can also follow GroundsFest on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @GroundsFest for much more news, reviews and insightful views.

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EFL award winners announced

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EFL award winners announced: Burnley, Derby County and Newport County have been named 2022/23 Grounds Teams of the Season in the EFL.

Read the full article from The EFL here

EFL award winners announced

EFL award winners announced

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Two new Corvus UTV dealers announced

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Two new Corvus UTV dealers announced: BOSS ORV continues to grow their UK dealer network with the announcement of two new Corvus Off-Road Vehicle dealers. The latest dealer in the South-West is I J Jones Engineering Ltd. Based near the south-west coastline between the towns of Totness, Kingsbridge and Dartmouth.

“Ian Jones will provide Corvus Off-Road-Vehicles’ coverage for BOSS ORV across South Devon,” says BOSS ORV MD Phil Everett. “It’s a big welcome to the Corvus family for Ian, Lexi and the team in Blackawton.”

Two new Corvus UTV dealers announced

Two new Corvus UTV dealers announced

I J Jones specialises in servicing, repairs, and spares for tractors, ATV and UTV vehicles, machinery and air conditioning. The company has more than thirty years’ experience having come under new ownership when Ian Jones took over on the retirement of the previous owners. Ian’s experience extends across the agricultural engineering and machinery sector in the UK, USA and Australia. When he took over the company, it became I J Jones Engineering and continues its legacy as a trusted maintenance and service provider as well as adding equipment hire and sales.

BOSS ORV is excited to announce another new dealer with top ground care dealers, Stuart Taylor’s based in the heart of Lancashire. “We are looking forward to working with Tom Taylor (pictured), Sarah, Martin and all the team in developing the Corvus brand throughout the region,” says Phil.

Established in 2003, Stuart Taylor International has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all types of grass care and ground care machinery, from tractors and diggers to pedestrian mowers. The company prides itself on its extensive coverage of the industry with a full range of pre and post-sales services. They are agents for many high-profile premium brands supplying new products and an extensive range of second-hand stock.

For more information about the Corvus Terrain range, you can call 01785 561046 E-mail: sales@bossorv.co.uk  Web: www.bossorv.co.uk

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