Meet CFSTMA
Our Vision:
To provide safe, playable, and aesthetically pleasing sports surfaces for all users.
Our Mission:
Quarterly Meetings
Meetings with CEUs are located in rotating regions of Central Florida.
Seven Membership Types
We are an inclusive organization….
Students Scholarships
Funding for Educational expenses…
SFMA Certifications
Funding for Professional Development…
It’s The Perfect Fit
Member Spotlight - Certified Sports Field Managers
Florida’s STMA Chapters welcome returning and new members! We are an inclusive organization and offer a membership category for anyone interested in learning more about sports turf field management.
Click this link: STMA Florida Map … to locate your Chapter.
Stephen Wood, CSFM
Sports Turf Manager with the City of Ocala for a little over nine years. I came from the golf course industry, being a Superintendent for over 20 years. The City of Ocala has eight sport facilities located across the city. Sizes range from a single youth baseball field to multi field complexes. (Read More)
Daniel Thomas, CSFM
Head Groudskeeper for the Baltimore Orioles Spring Training at Ed Smith Stadium & Buck O"Neil Complex. "Becoming a CSFM isn’t just another feather in the cap. It signifies all of the hard work and dedication to our craft. It is something to be very proud of as a leader in the industry. (Read More)
David Nowakowski, CSFM
Territory Manager at Harrell's, LLC. The Sports Turf Industry is a special group of professionals. It is one where all are willing to share ideas and help fellow Sports Turf Managers. CFSTMA brings together all of these managers to share ideas, visit different types of sites and learn from University Professors and Industry Professionals. (Read More)
For Members Only
Knowledge Center
Access best practices information and case studies.
Membership Directory
Access the Membership Directory to continue the conversation between meetings.
Job Postings
Members are encouraged to post their open positions
What Our Members Are Saying
Mark Miller
City of Apopka | Athletics Manager
Overall, the CFSTMA has helped me with my best management practices, safety awareness and networking. This local chapter is involved and cares about it’s community. I will continue to be involved and hope to one day to give the knowledge to others in our field as the CFSTMA has shared with me.
Clayton Paulk
Orange County | Senior Foreman
When I moved to Florida, I immediately connected with CFSTMA and began to make connections here in Florida and eventually becoming a CFSTMA Board member. As you know, it takes time and a commitment to make connections in this industry. I have put myself out there to do just that for both my own professional career and also for the betterment of the sports turf industry.
Chris Lessig
Volusia County | Parks Operations Manager
Richard Stephan
Orange County | Spray Technician
Chris Lessig
Chris Lessig
Volusia County Parks, Recreation and Culture
Andy Kinch
PRESIDENT-ELECT
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Jeff Wolford
TREASURER
BEARD Equipment John Deere
Michael Williams
VICE PRESIDENT COMMERCIAL
Dura Edge Engineered Soils
Mike Saldutti
SECRETARY
Orange County Parks & Recreation
David Nowakowski, CSFM
VICE PRESIDENT EDUCATION
Harrell's, LLC
Dale Croft
PAST PRESIDENT 2015-2018
Orange County Schools
Joe Gasparini, CFSM
PAST PRESIDENT 2019 - 2020
Orange County Parks, Retired
Rob Julian
PAST PRESIDENT 2021- 2022
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Latest News
Irrigation Maintenance and Design
Jon Palmer, Athletic Field Manager with the University of Central Florida Athletics hosted the Central Florida Sports Turf Managers Association’s […]
CFSTMA 10th Annual Field Day
The 10th Annual Field Day organized by the Central Florida Sports Turf Managers Association (CFSTMA) convened at the IFAS Research […]
Turfgrass Weed Management
Steve Strickland, Athletic Field Manager with the City of Leesburg were host to the Central Florida Sports Turf Managers Association […]