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07-04-2012, 06:21 PM
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| | Eternal Vol
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| Unsung Heroes
We always talk about the players but do we ever give any credit to the unsung heroes that make every Saturday beautiful in Neyland?
Yes, I'm referring to the Grounds crew and the students in the Turfgrass program at UT. Darren Seybold and his guys make it possible for us to have beautifully green fields for whence to run up and down and batter our opponents on.
Without these guys, Shields-Watkins would be nothing but a few brown patches of common bermuda in a sea of crabgrass, barnyard grass, and the occasional dandelion
We may not be a contender for NC this year, but there are other things to be proud of. Thick green hybrid bermuda is one
I know how hard it is to maintain a lush green carpet of pure green goodness. Its difficult and often back breaking work. So I appreciate the effort these guys put forth to give our guys the best playing surface possible, only to have it chewed every Saturday afternoon. Then to have it back in pristine condition by the next game
So, on this 4th, while I have a beer and watch my lawn die a slow death from the heat and drought, I pay my respects to the unsung guys of green
Respect!!!!
Go Vols!!!
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07-04-2012, 06:26 PM
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| | MNV®
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| Any word on how the new grass is taking? Last I heard, it was struggling to root. | |
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07-04-2012, 06:27 PM
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| I also give a salute for the turf crew! I tend a lawn or two around these parts, and it is hard work, especially this time of the year. I don't know how anybody keeps their lawn completely "grass-proof," but I'd imagine it takes a little more money and time then I have. Regardless, all thanks to the grounds crew at Neyland. I heard we re-turfed this year, so I expect to see an even better field than I've previously imagined! You go, guys!
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07-04-2012, 06:54 PM
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| | Eternal Vol
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Originally Posted by King Webbsticles  Any word on how the new grass is taking? Last I heard, it was struggling to root. | Said it should be fine by opening game | |
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07-04-2012, 06:54 PM
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| 'Merica. Where you can drink beer and stare at a lawn | 
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07-04-2012, 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Yankee_Vol 'Merica. Where you can drink beer and stare at a lawn | **** yeah | |
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07-04-2012, 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by CountVolcula Said it should be fine by opening game | Good to hear. It's looked rough lately. | |
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07-04-2012, 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by King Webbsticles Good to hear. It's looked rough lately. | It has. I remember at the Spring Game thinking how rough the turf looked, especially the endzones. Hey, I'm not one to complain about the team, but when you have the money to fix the turf, do it. At least it sounds like they're finally doing it. Hopefully it will be up and running, so to speak, by early September.
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07-04-2012, 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by volprof It has. I remember at the Spring Game thinking how rough the turf looked, especially the endzones. Hey, I'm not one to complain about the team, but when you have the money to fix the turf, do it. At least it sounds like they're finally doing it. Hopefully it will be up and running, so to speak, by early September. | The heat and dry conditions don't help | |
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07-04-2012, 07:31 PM
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| My grandad was an usher for 35 years in the upper deck...a salute and props to him too. I mean afterall, somebody has to show our idiot fanbase where to sit.
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07-04-2012, 07:45 PM
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| | An Old VOL
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| Now this is a topic few would ever expect to see...grass....at least this type
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07-04-2012, 08:05 PM
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Originally Posted by ncvol17 Now this is a topic few would ever expect to see...grass....at least this type | I imagine a few of our players are connoisseurs of some fine grass | |
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07-04-2012, 10:14 PM
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| When I read this I can't help but hear hank from king of the hill's voice
Glad you posted it though...those guys really do make sure the university of Tennessee is well represented. | |
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07-04-2012, 10:31 PM
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| Reading this caused the Bud Light "Here's to you mister...." music to play in my head. Now it won't stop. Damn you. | |
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