GMA NextGen

We are a group of young professionals committed to inspiring the next generation to join the grounds management industry 🌱

[Grounds Management Association @wearetheGMA]

You're looking at the #GMA35under35 judging panel 👏

Find out more about the powerhouse of industry leaders from across the industry who each bring with them unique insights and expertise: https://t.co/PskC3BQxzV

If you haven't yet nominated someone or submitted an entry for #GMA35under35, sponsored by @ICL_Turf, you can do so here: https://t.co/CBATw2rDiL

[GMA NextGen @GMANextGen]

MEET GMA NEXTGEN 🤝
First up is @meglaynz, Grounds Person at @homeofcricket 🏏

Got a question for Meg? Feel free to drop us a DM and check out Meg's latest feature in May's issue of @turfbusiness here: https://t.co/w8guwNWYnp

[GMA NextGen @GMANextGen]

Are you a changemaker in the grounds industry?

If you're under 35, #GMA35Under35 is your platform to be seen, heard and celebrated.

📝 Enter now: https://t.co/Hwx6WFrzL2

[GMA NextGen @GMANextGen]

Shaping the future of the grounds industry? We want to hear from you.

#GMA35Under35 celebrates the rising stars making their mark - could that be you?

🌟 Apply now: https://t.co/Q6zDpDQRuQ

[GMA NextGen @GMANextGen]

MEET GMA NEXTGEN 🤝
First up is Jack Leather, Specialist Grounds Person at Liverpool FC.

Got a question for Jack? Feel free to drop us a DM and find out more about the NextGen team here: https://t.co/uUpvZQPOy8

[Grounds Management Association @wearetheGMA]

Under 35 and making a difference in the industry?

Entries are open for #GMA35Under35 and now is the time to celebrate your work! 🌱

📝 Apply now: https://t.co/MoOvpxyEWh

[Grounds Management Association @wearetheGMA]

SCHOOLS INTO STADIA: WIMBLEDON EDITION 🎾
Here's a snapshot of what we got up to at one of the world's most iconic sporting venues.

Together with the team at Wimbledon, our GMA NextGen cohort brought together students during #GroundsWeek to showcase all things Grounds Management 🌱

#InspiringtheFuture #GroundsMangement #SportsTurf #Wimbldeon

[Sports Turf Academy @LCFC_SportsTurf]

🎾 Anyone for Tennis? 🎾

During last month’s #GroundsWeek2025, our colleague @flynn_good had the incredible opportunity to visit the iconic @wimbledon (SW19) 🍓 as part of the @gmanextgen journey for the Schools into Stadia event!

Flynn, alongside fellow Next Gen board members, spent time inspiring secondary school students, sharing insights into exciting careers in Sports Turf. 🌱⚡

A fantastic way to help grow the next generation of turf professionals! 👏🏻

[Grounds Management Association @wearetheGMA]

INSIGHTS FROM THE EXPERTS @ GMA CONNECT 💹

🌱 Expert speakers at GMA Connect will tackle key turf management challenges. Get insights on climate impact, soil health, and more.

📅 13 May, 📍 Ashton Gate Stadium

📅 18 June, 📍 Durham County Cricket Club

[Oliver Mahon @ollygrounds]

#groundsweek Day 4, was spent at a schools into stadium event in Wimbledon with the @GMANextGen

[Football & Stadium Management @FSMmagazine1]

Latest News 📅: Seven GMA NextGen Members Recognised With Pioneer Marks

https://t.co/jq4BpDWhHf
@wearetheGMA
@GMANextGen
#facman #StadiumManagement #FacilitiesManagement #GroundsManagement #GroundsCare #sports #GMAIndustryAwards

[Jack @jacklangley21]

#GroundsWeek @GMANextGen @wearetheGMA @ashtongatestad

[GMA NextGen @GMANextGen]

7⃣ more members, past and present, have been awarded their Pioneer Marks as part of our ‘Pioneer Legacy’ initiative at the #GMAIndustryAwards 🏆

Welcome to the club 👏

[Grounds Management Association @wearetheGMA]

#GroundsWeek is all about celebrating our industry! 🌱

Last week at the #GMAIndustryAwards we were able to induct seven new members into the GMA 'Pioneer Legacy' Scheme.

📰 Read more here: https://t.co/1XBevZQgiN

[Grounds Management Association @wearetheGMA]

#GroundsWeek is all about celebrating our industry! 🌱

Last week at the #GMAIndustryAwards we were able to induct seven new members into the GMA 'Pioneer Legacy' Scheme.

📰 Read more here: https://t.co/1XBevZQgiN

[Roy Rigby @RoyRIgby1]

It’s Grounds Week, Big shout to all sport grounds people Male and Female at all levels you make it happen in all weathers 🌞 ☔️ ❄️ 🥶 and get the job done, I am so proud of you all you are our industry 👏, Nice France Olympic Games 2024⚽️ ⁦@wearetheGMA⁩ ⁦@GMANextGen⁩

[Jack @jacklangley21]

#GroundsWeek is to showcase how key the people in this industry are! We are here to provide the platform for sport at all levels. No grass - No game! @GMANextGen @wearetheGMA

[Beth Gibbs @BethGibbs17_]

Day 1 of #groundsweek filling up the roller halfway and then lots of Pre season rolling, less than a month to go until our first match. #grounds

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@wearetheGMA

[Flynn @flynn_good]

#GroundsWeek Started with a pro core and clean up from the weekend sessions on first team training pitches.
🌱🦊

@GMANextGen @wearetheGMA

[Oliver Mahon @ollygrounds]

#GroundsWeek Day 1 consisted of tree survey and estate meetings. As well as sorting out the cricket nexts. Then finished with a run with the schools cross country team!

@wearetheGMA
@GMANextGen

[Grounds Management Association @wearetheGMA]

Sport starts from the ground up.

This #GroundsWeek, we’re recognising the skill and hard work of the teams who make every game possible 🌱👏