Posts by Alexis

Maryland SoccerPlex Completes Upgrades on Native Soil Natural Grass Fields Heavy Weekend Rain Highlights Recently Finished Field Improvements A $2.1 million investment and advancement in a recently completed drainage project for Maryland SoccerPlex’s 20 native soil natural fields proved its value during Spring Youth Soccer Weekend #1. March 22 – 24, all fields were open…

Meet Melissa Sibrian, an apprentice here at the Maryland SoccerPlex Sports Turf Institute!  Melissa has been a member of our team for over two years and began her apprenticeship with the Institute in the last year. Melissa grew up an athlete, playing with the Plex’s clubs, becoming a coach here, and eventually getting a full-time…

Meet Kevin Alexander, an Apprentice here at Maryland SoccerPlex Sports Turf Institute!   Kevin joined the Maryland SoccerPlex team after graduating from Rowan University in New Jersey with a degree in Environmental Science. Previously a soccer player, Kevin’s interest was piqued by the combination of sport, science, and environmentalism offered here at the Sports Turf Institute. …

Meet Gerson Cedillos, an Apprentice here at the Maryland SoccerPlex Sports Turf Institute!  Gerson began his work here over two years ago, starting as a member of the grounds crew now working and studying as an apprentice. Growing up as an athlete, and even playing at the Plex through childhood, Gerson was surrounded by the…

Meet Nicolette Cooper, an Apprentice here at the Maryland SoccerPlex Sports Turf Institute!  Nicolette joined the Maryland SoccerPlex team after earning a degree in Athletic Training from the University of New Hampshire Durham. Her previous work in athletics and love for women’s sports drew her to this field, combining her passion for science with the…