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 Is this heat enough to pause dollar spot?

In discussion with Glenn Kirby, Research Director A course manager asked a useful question this week, “Is it going to get hot enough to put a pause on dollar spot?” For UK conditions, the answer is almost certainly no. In most UK situations, hot weather does not push us beyond the dollar spot window. More often, […]

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The Great Science Share with Port Vale Foundation

We had a fantastic day at Port Vale F.C. taking part in the Great Science Share alongside the Port Vale Foundation team. Meeting pupils from ten local schools, we were there to bring science to life, sharing how science is used in careers across sport and engineering, with a particular focus on the sports facilities […]

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Supporting elite grass court performance throughout the 2026 tennis season

Every summer, the world’s tennis fans turn their attention to the grass court season. From the opening events in Birmingham and Ilkley through to The Championships at Wimbledon, the demands placed on elite grass courts are unlike any other surface in professional sport. Tight turnaround times, varying weather conditions, intensive daily play and global broadcast […]

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Recognising excellence for the EFL Grounds Team of the Season Awards 2025/26

STRI would like to congratulate all winners and shortlisted clubs recognised in the EFL Grounds Team of the Season Awards for the 2025/26 season. The Grounds Team of the Season Awards play an important role in recognising the expertise, professionalism and dedication required to maintain high-performing playing surfaces throughout one of the most demanding football […]