MCG ready to offer transformed turf for AFL return

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May 28, 2020

When the 2020 AFL Premiership Season resumes with on 11th June, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) advises it will be on a near-perfect turf.

HG Sports Turf have been charged with the responsibility of MCG turf maintenance since 1998.

The recently released revised AFL fixture for rounds 2-5 will see Collingwood host Richmond at the MCG to re-launch the 2020 Premiership Season, after play was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

While the nine-week hiatus has been trying for many football fans, MCC Executive Manager of Turf Michael Salvatore says it has provided an unprecedented opportunity for the MCG turf to grow and recover.

Salvatore notes “I’ve never seen the coverage, or the health, of the ground this good. From a purely turf side of things, it’s been fantastic. It doesn’t have any wear and tear.”

Salvatore and his team of seven had prepared the turf for round 1 of the AFL Season on just a nine day turnaround from the Women’s T20 World Cup Final on 8th March. Since play was suspended on 22nd March, the turf has undergone a growing period rarely permitted by a full MCG calendar.

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20th December 2019 - MCG floodlights being upgraded with LED technology

9th December 2019 - MCG looks to boost sustainability with ban on plastic plates and cutlery

31st October 2019 - $25 million investment in MCG audio upgrades designed to enhance fan experience

5th March 2018 - HG Sports Turf completes pitch contract at Singapore National Stadium

4th June 2017 - HG Sports Turf explains playing surface transformation for AFL Premiership’s China debut

1st September 2016 - Significant surfacing wins for HG Sports Turf

27th March 2015 - HG Sports Turf share details of Desso GrassMaster installation at CFA Melbourne

15th November 2014 - Supplier Directory Profile: HG Sports Turf

31st December 2013 - HG Sports Turf announces new projects, new products and new structure

2nd June 2010 - HG Sports Turf take on Desso Sports Systems

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