Surf To Renovate Playing Surface
January 14, 2008 - Canadian American League (Can-Am)
Atlantic City Surf News Release
Atlantic City, N.J. - The Atlantic City Surf of the Canadian-American League will be playing on an entirely new infield surface for the 2008 season.
The previous dirt will be removed and replaced with Turface MVP, a premium calcined clay manufactured by the Profile Corporation and used at several Major League Baseball venues, including Wrigley Field in Chicago, Shea Stadium in New York, and the new Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. The pitcher's mound, bullpen mounds and batter's box will also be re-done to MLB specifications, and will be built out of a clay brick foundation that will not erode.
Fans will notice a richer, better-looking playing surface, while the new dirt will dramatically improve the quality of play and create a safer field.
"This is going to be a major-league quality infield," Surf head groundskeeper Chris Ulerick said. "The eye appeal for our fans is going to be great, while our players are also going to enjoy a vastly improved playing surface."
Much of the renovation will take place on April 9. The day will include a seminar for area groundskeepers on field maintenance and upkeep, led by area turf management professionals. More information on the event will be released shortly.
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