LCC Grounds

LCC Grounds

Longwood Cricket Club Grounds

LCC Grounds blog began in 2008. Entries have educated membership and the public on the crew, agronomic techniques, horticulture and clay court maintenance.
We really enjoy what we do and hope the readers of this blog get something out of it. Questions , comments and any feedback on the content is highly encouraged. If you are from another club, or grounds department, please do not hesitate to contact us!

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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Fence


New fencing on the Pro courts and from the back driveway gate to route 9.



Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Despite the heavy rain, the loam screeniong is continuing.

Monday, November 12, 2012

Loam Screening

Started a big project today. Much of the grass court soil that has been stockpiled on the property for decades is being screened - taking out rocks and roots.  



Jennifer commenting on Wislon's recent brick work.

Friday, November 9, 2012

Wilson has been doing some masonary work around the property - here are two interviews.

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Thursday, November 8, 2012

Early Snow

The nets are still up on a couple of clay courts, but the snow will hamper play for a couple of days.

Monday, November 5, 2012

Pics, 11/5/2012

As noted in an earlier post, our last aeration of the season is with the Vertidrain.   Large, solid tines go down about ten inches, kick and fracture the soil.  Andrew cutting court 18. Charlie, Neil and Vic removing clay court topdressing in preparation for next season. 




Thursday, November 1, 2012

Great picture from Wimbledon groundsman's diary (blog).
Old fence coming down on the Pro courts - new fence should be in place next week.  Nate building a new landing area at the bottom of the side porch steps.