Photo courtesy Verde Design, Inc. and an asset to the school. Using a contractor with sports field-specific experience will be key to the success of the project. The contractor can work with the school, taking into account its needs, and will be able to make recommendations on the best surface for the project. One avenue for finding a sport-specific contractor is to use the " Find a Builder " feature on the website of the American Sports Builders Association (www.sportsbuilders.org). Additionally, more detailed information on choosing a surface for a field can be found in the publication, Sports Fields: Construction and Maintenance Manual, also available from the ASBA website by going to the top blue toolbar and mousing over to " Resources. " A drop-down menu will appear, including " Publications. " 48 COACH & A.D. | JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2025http://www.sportsbuilders.org http://texontowel.com