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jheitgerjr
06-01-2007, 04:46 PM
Does any one have new pictures of the new turf? What are the end zones going to look like. Is there a logo at mid field?
gotigers1
06-01-2007, 04:51 PM
Please look here:
http://massillonproud.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4267&page=5
Tiger2001
06-01-2007, 05:39 PM
Or we can copy and paste because opening a new window is somewhat annoying...


http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf001.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf002.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf003.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf004.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf005.jpg
PhotoObie
06-01-2007, 06:55 PM
This is a picture from yesterday. The letters had arrived but the crew wasn't sure when that part of the field would be complete.


http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q139/dodge001/MP5-31-07.jpg
Die Hard Eric
06-01-2007, 07:09 PM
http://blog.massillontigerhelmetproject.com/

I have updated my blog with new photos from today.

-dhe
obiefan
06-01-2007, 07:14 PM
That is a SWEET looking endzone. and also M at the Middle of the field...
MTigers006
06-01-2007, 10:53 PM
I have to say that I am very impressed. Im loving this.
obiefan
06-02-2007, 03:48 PM
Pics from Today... Saturday (THANKS GOTIGERS1)

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf006.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf007.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf008.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf009.jpg
Tiger2001
06-02-2007, 03:58 PM
Obiefan, your links dont work.


and DHE, wheres the NE shot?!
gotigers1
06-02-2007, 04:12 PM
The crews are working today. When I was there they were installing the hash marks on the East side of the field. The block M is HUGE and looks really nice. I can tell the crew is working hard to get what they can get done today.
longtimefirsttime
06-02-2007, 04:26 PM
Obiefan, your links dont work.


It happens Obiefan.

I'm going to drive by there shortly to see the progress.
obiefan
06-02-2007, 05:24 PM
LOL. i was hurrying up... watching the twins and didnt pay attention to the filenames,

it's fixed now!
Banks
06-02-2007, 07:29 PM
The block M is HUGE and looks really nice. I can tell the crew is working hard to get what they can get done today.

The "M" will be 40% bigger than the old one.
MTigers006
06-02-2007, 07:53 PM
Obiefan the endzones look even sweeter with Tiger players in them.
Die Hard Eric
06-04-2007, 06:12 PM
http://blog.massillontigerhelmetproject.com/

updated with today's photos.

-dhe
tiger51
06-04-2007, 07:28 PM
looks great....
MTIGER1
06-05-2007, 04:42 PM
What are all the big bags of colored flakes for at the stadium?
longtimefirsttime
06-05-2007, 06:44 PM
What are all the big bags of colored flakes for at the stadium?

This is only a guess but maybe it's the crumb rubber they work into the field turf.
Die Hard Eric
06-05-2007, 07:12 PM
that was going to be my guess.

Someone put this rumor to rest for me:

on the field turf website it list PBTS installation as football/soccer. There is no way the field is going to be alternately lined for soccer correct?

-dhe
Spize
06-05-2007, 07:33 PM
DHE,

I don't think PBTS's field space is big enough for soccer.
austinsm11
06-05-2007, 08:07 PM
No way do I see that being used for soccer.
Die Hard Eric
06-05-2007, 09:40 PM
good! now i can sleep!

good night!

-dhe
PDC
06-06-2007, 08:46 AM
The new field looks great.
longtimefirsttime
06-06-2007, 10:39 AM
that was going to be my guess.

Someone put this rumor to rest for me:

on the field turf website it list PBTS installation as football/soccer. There is no way the field is going to be alternately lined for soccer correct?

-dhe

I have heard zero talk about it being used for soccer. It surely would have been mentioned by now by the various people involved or the media. Once again I will assume the company listed the surface COULD be viable for soccer. But I doubt that it will be used for that.
Banks
06-06-2007, 10:42 AM
Isn't "football/soccer" just the catogory they have it listed in?
gotigers1
06-06-2007, 11:08 AM
I am sure you guys are over reacting to where they placed this on their website.
Kamd50
06-06-2007, 11:52 AM
Why would any of you care if it was used for the WHS soccer team as long as it didn't interfere with football? They are, afterall, students , sons and daughters, and athletes that represent Massillon.

Why talk about sharing the new indoor facilities with other schools, even our arch rivals, and then be selfish towards our own children like that?
Tiger Don
06-06-2007, 12:02 PM
Why would anyone think the field would be used for soccer. It's not long enough and it's not wide enough. Besides, the soccer team already has a field inside the track next to the softball field and they much prefer grass to soccer anyway.

Where do these ideas come from?!!
MTown
06-06-2007, 12:16 PM
You gotta love this place!
Seeker
06-06-2007, 12:24 PM
There were conversations early on when the new turf was being discussed.
The soccer coaches asked if it was feasible.

As I understand it, everyone decided that it was not, and the matter was dropped.

Maybe the Field Turf people were in on some of the discussions, and were not in the loop after that.

:coolgleam:
MsLnTiGeR06
06-06-2007, 09:49 PM
The field looks so awesome!!! I cant wait till football season!!
Spize
06-07-2007, 12:48 AM
oh come on, someone else say it too. You know when you went to Parma and saw all those extra lines cluttering up the field (the soccer markings) you thought it looked cluttered and took away from the field and atmosphere. I think the football fields that have the soccer markings all over them look cheap for lack of a better word. No offense to soccer or anything, because a soccer field looks much better without football markings covering it too. The only time a dual use field looks cool is when you are watching TV and a football team is playing on a dual use baseball field.
Al.
06-07-2007, 03:37 PM
oh come on, someone else say it too. You know when you went to Parma and saw all those extra lines cluttering up the field (the soccer markings) you thought it looked cluttered and took away from the field and atmosphere. I think the football fields that have the soccer markings all over them look cheap for lack of a better word. No offense to soccer or anything, because a soccer field looks much better without football markings covering it too. The only time a dual use field looks cool is when you are watching TV and a football team is playing on a dual use baseball field.


The same thing holds true on fields that have NFL, college and high school hash marks (hint Fawcett Stadium). It is way too cluttered. Let's hope that they don't put college hash marks on PBTS. And if they do, only non-permanent ones.
austinsm11
06-07-2007, 04:24 PM
Why would anyone think the field would be used for soccer. It's not long enough and it's not wide enough. Besides, the soccer team already has a field inside the track next to the softball field and they much prefer grass to soccer anyway.

Where do these ideas come from?!!

Actually it is big enough.
austinsm11
06-07-2007, 04:28 PM
oh come on, someone else say it too. You know when you went to Parma and saw all those extra lines cluttering up the field (the soccer markings) you thought it looked cluttered and took away from the field and atmosphere. I think the football fields that have the soccer markings all over them look cheap for lack of a better word. No offense to soccer or anything, because a soccer field looks much better without football markings covering it too. The only time a dual use field looks cool is when you are watching TV and a football team is playing on a dual use baseball field.

While I agree that it does clutter things up a bit, it shouldn't be a reason to keep the soccer team off the field. As far as the soccer field looking better without football markings (and fieldgoal posts) I agree.....but that didn't stop the football markings on the soccer field.

IMO, football/baseball is worse than soccer/football. I dont' know what is cool about it.

BTW, I am realistic and know the soccer team will never touch that field.
MTigers006
06-07-2007, 05:09 PM
How about more pictures?
TigerVic
06-07-2007, 05:20 PM
Is soccer a sport?

Why mess up a real field? I look at the ones at Dublin Coffman (where they proposed having the football title games!) and Upper Arlington down here and they look absolutely awful. I'm surprised they don't superimpose a map of the USA so we can learn all of our states at the same time.
austinsm11
06-07-2007, 05:22 PM
Is soccer a sport?



Perhaps you should ask the Stark County player of the year!!!!!!!!
Kamd50
06-07-2007, 06:25 PM
Is it really necessary to insult our girls and boys soccer teams just to make a point? I 'm pretty sure that Andrew would care less what someone posted on here since he earned himself a full scholarship to Slippery Rock for what some like to ridicule. But I bet those same people wouldn't last 5 minutes against him playing that non-sport(even in their hay day).
austinsm11
06-07-2007, 06:33 PM
Good post Kamd.

Ask anyone associated with the soccer program. There is no way soccer will be played in the stadium. We all know it. We deal with it. Football is king in Tigertown and we accept it. Soccer probably wouldn't exist in Massillon (and most schools) without the revenue from football. I love watching football.

Having said that I get tired of all the people who feel the need to put down this sport and the kids who play it. I don't understand why it is attacked above all other sports.


Getting back on topic, I am curious how the numbers are put down. I thought someone mentioned that they were sewn on. I also love the endzones.
Die Hard Eric
06-07-2007, 06:40 PM
http://blog.massillontigerhelmetproject.com/

New photo added.

Austinsm11,

From what i can see and what i have seen in the past the area where numbers, letters, hashmarks, logos, etc is actually cut from the turf and a pre made piece is inserted, adhesive and sewn into place. again this is only what i have seen and read. there may be a better explanation elsewhere, but this may help you to understand the process.

-dhe
austinsm11
06-07-2007, 06:45 PM
Thanks for the explanation and the pictures DHE.
tiger51
06-07-2007, 06:56 PM
Drove by today....I tell you what that is some damn beautiful turf....I mean WOW...at first I was a little worried how the orange and the black in the endzones would look but man that looks great....It is a little darker then the truf we have had in the past...but it looks great and I am pumped to get it done and see it first hand....
TigerswillbeTigers
06-07-2007, 08:39 PM
The field looks awesome. I hope and pray there isn't a "breaking in" phase that needs to take place in order to limit injuries.
The New Orleans Saints suffered some pretty serious injuries at the begining of last season as the players got used to the new surface in "GAME SPEED" conditions. They had practiced on it several times, but when they had their home opener they had problems. Part of the problem was "breaking" the turf in, and grooming the field a few more times after games for the proper consistency.
TigerVic
06-07-2007, 09:04 PM
[QUOTE=TigerVic;54191]Is soccer a sport?

I'm sorry if I insulted any soccer players. I guess being a Tiger football fan so long has made me immune to these relatively new (not historically, but to the area) sports. Also, down here, football is almost secondary to soccer/lacrosse, etc. in terms of participation.

I asked that question in jest, but it didn't come out that way in the written word.

Again, I apologize.
Kamd50
06-08-2007, 06:40 PM
That was very nice of you to offer an earnest apology,TigerVic. Kids who participate in soccer at WHS work hard at their chosen sport, as all of our other athletes do. And I am not a soccer mom but am close to several present and past soccer players and know how they feel.These kids and their sport are often targeted for ridicule undeservedly. So thank you on their behalf.
gotigers1
06-08-2007, 07:38 PM
Got some new pics from inside today. As soon as I can get them uploaded to obiefan.....
massillon catholic
06-08-2007, 08:38 PM
The field looks awesome. I hope and pray there isn't a "breaking in" phase that needs to take place in order to limit injuries.
The New Orleans Saints suffered some pretty serious injuries at the begining of last season as the players got used to the new surface in "GAME SPEED" conditions. They had practiced on it several times, but when they had their home opener they had problems. Part of the problem was "breaking" the turf in, and grooming the field a few more times after games for the proper consistency.


I thought the Saints looked pretty good in their home opener, beating up on Michael Vick and the boys.
Tigermedic
06-09-2007, 07:43 AM
I heard that the massillon swim team may use the field???
TigerswillbeTigers
06-09-2007, 11:44 AM
MC! As you know, I wasn't referring to how the team looked. Take the information for what it's worth, but realize that the turf did cause some injuries early on to the Saints, as well as to some opponents.
massillon catholic
06-09-2007, 12:03 PM
MC! As you know, I wasn't referring to how the team looked. Take the information for what it's worth, but realize that the turf did cause some injuries early on to the Saints, as well as to some opponents.

I've been surprised that no one has had "eye damage" from those black rubber pellets flying in their face. You see this all of the time on TV.
MTigers006
06-09-2007, 10:01 PM
No Pictures for today?
obiefan
06-09-2007, 10:31 PM
http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf010.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf011.jpg

http://massillonproud.com/graphics/turf/turf012.jpg
npaflas
06-09-2007, 10:46 PM
Jim thanks for the update on the feild looks real good.
MTigers006
06-09-2007, 10:51 PM
Thanks Jim, Hope you can understand my excitment. The Tigers begin practice on it monday. This is comming from my player friend.
MTigers006
06-09-2007, 10:59 PM
OMG, That has to be the most beautiful artifical field we have ever had. It is truely amazing how bright and vivid the colors are.All the more reason to protect it though and purchase a cover.
I actually like the "M' but, would have prefered Obie.

Also, I thought it was supposed to go wall to wall to cover the old track surface? What do they have planned for that. There is absolutly no shock protection for the cheerleaders now which sucks. Guess they will have to use the field more during breaks in action and no stunting what so ever on the old track in days past to be safe.
tiger51
06-09-2007, 11:43 PM
i didn't think the letters were all stitched in yet?
TigerDL71
06-10-2007, 12:11 AM
I've been surprised that no one has had "eye damage" from those black rubber pellets flying in their face. You see this all of the time on TV.

Those rubber pieces get all over players.I know that from experience that it gets all over your hands and arms, in your mouth piece in your eyes. Just something that you have to get used to thats all.
MTiger
06-10-2007, 07:59 AM
Also, I thought it was supposed to go wall to wall to cover the old track surface? What do they have planned for that. There is absolutly no shock protection for the cheerleaders now which sucks. Guess they will have to use the field more during breaks in action and no stunting what so ever on the old track in days past to be safe.

The track was so beat down it wouldn't have offered any protection, especially for a fall.
tiger51
06-10-2007, 08:52 AM
Those rubber pieces get all over players.I know that from experience that it gets all over your hands and arms, in your mouth piece in your eyes. Just something that you have to get used to thats all.


Yeah back in the day when we had the sand turf it was the same way....it is something you just have to deal with...and trust me it isn't fun putting a mouth piece into your mouth that has sand all over it.....but you just do it... :)
MTigers006
06-10-2007, 09:22 PM
I just heard rumors it was being put down wall to wall so I was confused and what the plans are for it.
Kamd50
06-11-2007, 09:02 PM
Went over and took a look before practice. It is really something! That M has got to be the biggest highschool stadium emblem anywhere, geeeeeeez!
Flying Tiger
06-12-2007, 10:35 PM
I heard some guys talking at work today that the company that put down the new turf messed it up when they put it down and now they are going to have to tear it up after this years season and reinstall it again. Has anyone else heard this??
obiefan
06-12-2007, 10:36 PM
Haven't heard this...

What is wrong with it?
Flying Tiger
06-12-2007, 10:42 PM
Something about it wasn't layed right and the only way to fix it was to stretch it and add more seams. If they did it, it was really going to look bad with all the added seams.
Banks
06-12-2007, 10:52 PM
It was brought up over 2 weeks ago.
longtimefirsttime
06-19-2007, 12:16 AM
"Tigers test out new turf"
http://indeonline.com/index.php?ID=17506&Category=2
longtimefirsttime
06-20-2007, 11:32 AM
During Tuesday's downpours, I was close to the stadium. I was curious to see how it was draining. I looked and there was no ponding of water. None.
tiger51
06-20-2007, 11:35 AM
this is great.....

Do we have an updated picture????? I want to put it as my wallpaper on my computer....thanks
Die Hard Eric
06-20-2007, 12:22 PM
I have been by the stadium everyday after work and i have not seen an opportunity to get into the stadium. once i can get inside i will get a nice shot of the field. i had planned on making desktop wallpapers with the schedules on them like i did last year. just waiting on that photo opportunity.

-dhe
tiger51
06-20-2007, 02:57 PM
I have been by the stadium everyday after work and i have not seen an opportunity to get into the stadium. once i can get inside i will get a nice shot of the field. i had planned on making desktop wallpapers with the schedules on them like i did last year. just waiting on that photo opportunity.

-dhe


Cool...I can wait... :) thanks for your effort.
RedRider1
06-25-2007, 10:21 AM
Drove by yesterday and it looked beautiful, wish i had a camera with me, loved the black endzones and the block M at midfield. Cant wait to catch a game there this season.
DAWGH8R
06-25-2007, 05:38 PM
Stupid question time !!! Will there be any type of adjustment for Steve Schott on this new turf ???:oh:
Spize
06-25-2007, 07:23 PM
Stupid question time !!! Will there be any type of adjustment for Steve Schott on this new turf ???:oh:


Considering how many games we have played on field turf with him as a kicker... probably not.
tiger51
06-25-2007, 08:01 PM
Stupid question time !!! Will there be any type of adjustment for Steve Schott on this new turf ???:oh:

What type of adjustment are you thinking about???
DAWGH8R
06-25-2007, 08:33 PM
He'll be wearing a different shoe now, right ??
DAWGH8R
07-14-2007, 07:32 PM
I talked to one of my friends that works at the high school today. Is he correct that they are fixing the problems with the turf as we speak ??
mtownwr22
07-15-2007, 02:02 PM
what problems?? everything seems to be fine to me.
Marie
07-15-2007, 02:07 PM
From what I have heard the turf will be replaced next year. Also the M is crooked.
Banks
07-15-2007, 02:28 PM
I talked to one of my friends that works at the high school today. Is he correct that they are fixing the problems with the turf as we speak ??


It has been fixed but the work was crap and the turf will be replaced next year. You may remember the post about the problems with the turf back in May .
Banks
07-15-2007, 02:29 PM
From what I have heard the turf will be replaced next year. Also the M is crooked.

You are correct!
Also the lines are wavy
Obie Wan
07-15-2007, 05:25 PM
Also the lines are wavy
That ought to make spots and first down measurements real interesting.
Spize
07-15-2007, 05:43 PM
I had a feeling that the hiring of T. Clifton L.L.C. for the turf job sounded problematic...
Marie
07-15-2007, 05:53 PM
I had a feeling that the hiring of T. Clifton L.L.C. for the turf job sounded problematic...

WOW That may be the reason our turf didn't turn out as nice as the turf at OSU!:scratchchin:
Paul Brown
07-16-2007, 12:53 PM
Tony Clifton lol.. man that brings back some old memories of this site.
CarlE
07-16-2007, 02:22 PM
I miss my buddy, Tony. A LOT.
longtimefirsttime
07-16-2007, 11:59 PM
I miss my buddy, Tony. A LOT.

Of course. Because I bought all the drinks for youse guys!

http://www.tonyclifton.net/tonypix/clifton_close_up.jpg

Oh and buy my shirt! Even Orangeblood will open up his wallet for this.
http://www.tonyclifton.net/tonypix/tshirtback.JPG

Look for some $1.98 specials coming soon!
(Photos tonyclifton.net)
President skroob
07-17-2007, 12:14 AM
I'm hoping the turf isn't as bad as you guys are making it out to be. Sounds kind of embarassing. Somebody should be putting in some serious ot!
Die Hard Eric
07-29-2007, 11:07 AM
http://blog.massillontigerhelmetproject.com/

i updated my blog with some photos of the field during the rain delay at the GO 7 on 7.

Go Tigers!

-dhe
TigerBob75
08-01-2007, 05:20 PM
The pitcures of the stadium looks real good. I think that if they are going to redo it, how about seeing how an Obie the size of the M would look.
Al.
08-01-2007, 09:07 PM
Get over it. There will be NO Obie.
TigerBob75
08-02-2007, 11:26 PM
Get over it. There will be NO Obie.

Well, since what I write don't go against the rules of this forum, I'm going to write what I want, meaning I don't have to get over anything. So you get over that and accept it.
Fats
08-06-2007, 05:36 PM
TigerBob75
Hey I like having the OBIE on the field. I can see not having it in the middle. But, it would have been nice to see it placed maybe in the corner of the endzones. Oh Well, the field looks great can not wait to see some touchdowns and major hits. GO TIGERS
flaboi7
08-20-2007, 08:04 PM
yes THEY ARE REPLACING THE TURF NEXT YEAR.. i was on the field and u can clearly see the major problems and it is kinda embarrassing. the reason is from what i heard from a gr8 souce is bc the admin. was rushing them to get the field completed bc of graduation....

what i dont get is maybe they should have been rushing the dream project along bc we could of used the facility for the playoffs and the state games.. they tried to blame them being behind bc of weather.... either i missed it but may june and july we had NO RAIN... what weather???
Banks
08-20-2007, 08:08 PM
yes THEY ARE REPLACING THE TURF NEXT YEAR.. i was on the field and u can clearly see the major problems and it is kinda embarrassing. the reason is from what i heard from a gr8 souce is bc the admin. was rushing them to get the field completed bc of graduation....

what i dont get is maybe they should have been rushing the dream project along bc we could of used the facility for the playoffs and the state games.. they tried to blame them being behind bc of weather.... either i missed it but may june and july we had NO RAIN... what weather???

Just what does the dream project have to do with the playoffs an state games?