Welcome to CFSTMA

Central Florida’s

Association of Sports Turf Managers

Experts on the Field Partners in the Game

Meet CFSTMA

Our Vision:

To provide safe, playable, and aesthetically pleasing sports surfaces for all users.

Our Mission:

To give members a vehicle to network with industry peers for education purposes to develop the theory and understanding of sports turf management and advance the art and science of managing that process. The chapter will accomplish this purpose, operate exclusively without profit and in cooperation with the national Sports Field Management Association and shall not take any public position contrary to that of the association.

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

Central Florida Sports Turf Managers Association members are local sports turf professionals who share practical and research based maintenance practices to maintain high quality and safe playing fields.  CFSTMA is one of three Chapters in the State, with the North and South Chapters. All State Chapters have reciprocal memberships agreements. Joining one Chapter allows participation in all State Chapters. The State Chapters are affiliates of the National Sports Field Management Association (SFMA). However, joining the National SFMA does NOT include membership to a State Chapter.

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

CFSTMA has instilled in me that I am not in this alone! But there are others in our industry who have been there and can offer advice and have experienced the same problems and concerns. A network of experts who I (we) can lean upon, build relationships and offer solutions to add to our tool box. There are industry vendors which can supply relief through services and or equipment they offer.
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
I know as I go forward and keep going as a registered CFSTMA, I will be able to add to my resume and keep my quality as a worker at a high level. I will keep on the cutting edge of technology to stay more efficient.
Richard Stephan
Orange County | Spray Technician

Our Gallery

Meet The Board

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

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