Following the success of the first session in March, which focused on pre-season and in-season cricket maintenance, the same 12 delegates returned in September to complete the second stage, an end-of-season renovations and winter maintenance course. The bespoke...
Both events will be hosted at the iconic Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham on Thursday 12 March. Designed for grounds professionals, the GMA Conference 2026 offers curated opportunities for advanced learning – not just technically, but in the soft skills that are...
After two successful pilot events in 2025, the GMA responded to growing demand by rolling out five regional events this year. The expanded programme visited Oxford, Cardiff, Leeds, Southampton and Ipswich. Collectively, the events attracted more than 250 attendees,...
The report shows the scale, value and pressures within the sector, and explains why fair and sustainable workforce practices are now essential for the future of the profession. Grounds management is a skilled and important part of the UK’s sporting and...
The initiative honours 53 women who are shaping the future of cricket, marking 53 years since the inaugural Women’s Cricket World Cup was held in England in 1973. As part of the campaign, each individual is represented by a distinctive purple seat installed...
Before finalising dates and locations, we’re inviting expressions of interest to help us shape delivery around industry demand. Developed in collaboration with Paul Shaw, Founder of Inside Leadership and former Head of Performance with the England Women’s...
Beth began her grounds management career at Wellington School where she joined as an apprentice and undertook her Level 2 qualification in Sports Turf Maintenance. This early hands‑on experience has laid the foundation for her rapid progression in the profession and...
The Pioneer Mark is a distinctive legacy number that symbolises the impact each member makes on the grounds management profession. The awards were presented during the GMA Industry Awards, held at Edgbaston Stadium last week. Luis Arregui (#036) is Deputy Grounds...
This narrative is not only inaccurate; it is profoundly damaging to a sector that underpins the very foundation of British sport. These qualifications are science‑driven, technically demanding programmes covering plant and soil science, water engineering,...
Geoff, who has overseen a period of significant growth and transformation for the association and the wider grounds management profession, will remain closely involved with the organisation as a Strategic Advisor to the GMA following his departure as CEO. Since taking...