Premier Pacific Seeds Turf Day June 18 - CEC Points Approved
Hello Turf Managers,
We are just over one month away from the Premier Pacific Seeds Professional Development Turf Day, and we’re excited to share a few updates.
There are still a limited number of spots available, so we encourage you to RSVP soon to secure your place if you’ve not done so already.
We’re pleased to announce that Michael D’Agostino, Assistant Coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps, will be joining us to kick off the event. Michael began his soccer journey in Langley and went on to play professionally in Europe before becoming part of the coaching staff for the MLS Cup Finalist Vancouver Whitecaps. He will share insights from his experience—from local fields to the professional stage—and discuss building a strong, high-performing team culture.
In addition, Continuing Education Credits (CECs) have been approved for the session led by Jim Connelly and David Duncan.
Please see full schedule at the following link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:dc41bb24-7851-467c-ac9f-d274f5a16f79.
Speaker lineup at a glance:
Dr. Leah Brilman: Director of Product Management and Technical Services at DLF and a leading turfgrass authority in North America, Dr. Brilman will share the latest developments in turfgrass cultivar innovation and how these advancements can enhance turfgrass systems and municipal greenspaces while reducing inputs.
Jim Connolly: a Certified Professional Agronomist- formerly with the USGA and over 35 years of experience in golf course management. He is owner of Planet Turf and has worked with more than 200 golf course facilities across eight countries, including the development of Mongolia’s first championship golf course.
Nick Barbour: Foreman with the District of North Vancouver, will share insights on hosting the Honduras Men’s National Soccer Team’s practice facility during the CONCACAF Gold Cup in Vancouver last June, despite limited preparation time.
Sam King: Profile Products representative and former Head Groundskeeper for the Hillsboro Hops will provide expert guidance on baseball infield maintenance, pitching mound installation, and baseball field maintenance best practices.
Terry Ormrod: Toro Irrigation representative and Certified IIABC designer with 35+ years will focus on effective operational performance of irrigation systems including scheduling, sprinkler choice, maintenance, and practical approaches to evaluating irrigation efficiency.
This event is open to municipal turf managers, golf course superintendents, and all professionals responsible for delivering high-quality turf management.
Attendance is free but seating is limited, and RSVP is required. A catered lunch and drinks will be provided.
Location: Eric Bysouth Rotary Fieldhouse, 5687 216 Street, Langley
Schedule: 8-4:00 pm with speakers beginning at 8:30 am.
Please RSVP to office@premierpacificseeds.com or nik@premierpacificseeds.com