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    Last checked: 12/12/2016
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Author(s):Schoeman, A. S.
Author Affiliation:Department of Zoology and Entomology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
Title:2010 World Cup preparation: Challenges in preparing pitches for the 2010 Football World Cup in South Africa
Section:International sportsnotes
Source:Buckeye Turf. May 21 2010, p. [1-2].
Publishing Information:[Columbus, OH: Ohio State University]
# of Pages:2
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Artificial light; Drainage improvement; Field markings; Grass types; Irrigation systems; Multipurpose sports turf; Rugby pitches; Shade; Soccer fields; Stadia; Tournament preparation; Wear
Abstract/Contents:Discusses the preparation of pitches for the 2010 Football World Cup in South Africa, stating that "all the stadiums are multipurpose facilities for sport (rugby and football/soccer), entertainment (concerts), and other community uses like political rallies, funerals, and church gatherings." Highlights grass types, the effects of shade, irrigation techniques, and maintenance challenges expected during the weeks preceding the beginning of the tournament.
Language:English
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See Also:See also related article "Challenges in preparing pitches for the 2010 Football World Cup in South Africa" 2nd European Turfgrass Society Conference Proceedings, May 21, 2010 R=166294 R=166294
Note:"Reprinted with permission from 2nd European Turfgrass Society Conference, Angers, France"
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Schoeman, A. S. 2010. 2010 World Cup preparation: Challenges in preparing pitches for the 2010 Football World Cup in South Africa. [Online] Available at https://web.archive.org/web/20160211195049/http://www.buckeyeturf.osu.edu/index.php?option=com content&view=article&id=1062:2010-world-cup-preparation&catid=1:latest-news&Itemid=170 (verified 12/12/2016 ). [Columbus, OH: Ohio State University].
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