The Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) – comprised of more than
2,700 men and women professionals overseeing sports fields worldwide and
critical to athletes’ safety – has named Ryder Haulk, assistant sports field manager for Purdue Athletics winner of the annual “Stars and Stripes” field art contest.
Haulk’s “Red, White and Purdue” design at Bittinger Stadium shattered
previous voting records, garnering 2,019 online “likes” nationwide and
earning him a complimentary pass to the 2019 STMA Annual Conference
& Exhibition in Phoenix, Ariz. (Jan. 22-25). Brian Bornino,
CSFM, also assisted with the project which included 50 stars and 13
stripes within the Purdue “P.” Finishing in second place – with more
than 1,300 votes – was Danny Losito, Head Groundskeeper of the Columbia
Fireflies (Columbia, S.C.).
“We always enjoy seeing the distinctive designs our members create to
celebrate the Fourth of July, and this contest is a fun way to showcase
their impressive skills,” says Kim Heck, CEO of STMA. “It was great
seeing the Purdue community come together and support Ryder and his
team.”
Haulk attended Purdue for two years before transferring to Penn State
University, where he received an Associate’s Degree in turfgrass
science. Previous experience includes stints with the Indianapolis
Indians, Washington Nationals and Florida State University Athletics.
About STMA
STMA is the non-profit, professional association for men and women who
manage sports fields worldwide. Since 1981, it has provided education,
information and practical knowledge in the art and science of sports
field management. More than 2,700 members across 34 local chapters
oversee facilities at schools, colleges and universities, parks and
recreational facilities, and professional sports stadiums. Sports
include football, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, softball, rugby and horse
racing.
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