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STRI to deliver training on Surfaces and Performance: A Multidisciplinary Approach

The surface a horse trains on can have a significant influence on performance, safety and welfare. Understanding how that surface is designed, constructed, maintained and prepared is therefore an important part of creating the right training environment. This September, STRI’s Sarah Hosmer and Dr Christian Spring will bring their expertise in equine training surfaces to […]

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Capturing, treating and reusing water, building resilience into sports venues

In discussion with Stella Rixon, Senior Agronomic Consultant The challenge facing sports clubs isn’t simply that there isn’t enough water. Increasingly, it is about whether venues understand where their water comes from, how it moves around the site, and how effectively it can be captured, treated, stored, reused and retained. Across the UK, clubs are […]

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Behind the Scenes: National Bowls Finals

The National Bowls Finals arrived in Leamington Spa, and our team was at Victoria Park on a beautiful sunny morning to make sure all five greens were performing at their best ahead of the tournament. From assessing surface performance to checking consistency across each green, thorough testing plays an important role in ensuring the playing […]

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What it takes to deliver a FIFA World Cup pitch: In conversation with Greg Whately

In conversation with Greg Whately, Principal Consultant Millions of fans tuned in to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026. They witnessed spectacular goals, unforgettable moments and electric atmospheres inside some of North America’s most iconic stadiums. But while the spotlight remained firmly on the players, another team was working tirelessly behind the scenes. Every tackle, […]

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The next chapter for the Golf Environment Awards

After 30 years of celebrating environmental excellence in golf, STRI Group is pleased to announce that the management of the Golf Environment Awards (GEAs) will pass to the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), marking an exciting new chapter for the long-established awards ceremony. Established by STRI in 1995, the Golf Environment Awards were […]