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Have you ever wondered what it took to transform a NASCAR racetrack into a Major League Baseball field? Our infographic breaks down the numbers behind the MLB Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway—from the acres of turf laid to the thousands of tons of gravel and clay hauled in to create a field fit for the pros. Check out these fun facts to see the scale, precision, and teamwork that made this field a reality—right in the middle of the infield.

Major League Baseball has made a name for itself creating unforgettable venues for its most iconic games—from a cornfield in Iowa to the historic Rickwood Field and the heart of London. Now, MLB is adding another first to its list: a full-scale baseball diamond inside the iconic NASCAR short track at Bristol Motor Speedway. And once again, BrightView is at the center of the transformation.

If you’ve got bare spots, weeds or discoloration, this guide is for you. We’re breaking down the turf care basics you need to know to finally achieve a lovely lawn.

Almost exactly one year after the passing of baseball legend Willie Mays, the field that bears his name in Fairfield, Ala., has reopened with a fresh look and renewed purpose. The revitalized field, featuring a new playing surface built by BrightView, was celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 19 as part of the East-West Classic, Major League Baseball’s tribute to the Negro Leagues All-Star Games held from 1933 to 1962, at historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham.

Sports turf—the humble surface where championships are won—is an art and a science, requiring specialized care from a team of experts behind the scenes. Learn about how we dig into how top-notch fields are created and maintained.

Murray Cook, President of BrightView’s Sports Turf division, was inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame as part of its Class of 2025 in a ceremony on April 26 held in Virginia Beach. A native of Salem, Va., Cook’s distinguished career in sports field design, construction, and management has left an indelible mark on fields worldwide.

BrightView is your all-in-one partner for exceptional landscaping services. Our experts deliver top-tier solutions tailored to your needs. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability, we help create and maintain the best landscapes on Earth.

Welcome to the secret life of your landscape. Learn the stages of its lifecycle, and the services that support each one.

The Concacaf Nations League Finals is coming to SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., and BrightView is playing a key role in the transformation for championship soccer. SoFi Stadium typically features an artificial turf field—perfect for football, but not for world-class soccer. To meet the tournament’s standards, BrightView has meticulously converted the field into a regulation soccer pitch.

America's oldest professional ballpark received a much-needed makeover for the MLB at Rickwood Field game, which pays tribute to the Negro Leagues. It was a unique situation for BrightView's Sports Turf team as it had to create a pristine playing surface while also preserving the history and legacy of the field. Learn some fun facts into how BrightView renovated the field that will play host to three special games.