Mark YCG

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

Great week hosting @DerbyshireCCC and @leicsccc 2xi

Wicket played really well, good pace and carry throughout and started to turn on the final day, what more could you ask for!

Time for a good sleep now after working 50+ hours in 4 days!

[Pitchcare @Pitchcare]

🎥🌱 Celebrating GroundsWeek! 🌱🎥

As part of #GroundsWeek, I had the pleasure of interviewing Mark Morgan, Head Groundsman at Belper Meadows Sports Club.

Mark shared his passion for turfcare, what drives him every day, and why looking after playing surfaces is about so much more than just grass; it’s about pride, community, and creating the perfect stage for sport. @wearetheGMA

Check out the video to hear his story 👇

#GroundsManagement #TurfCare #UnsungHeroes #Sportsturf #GroundsWeek2026 #GMA

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

Heavy rolling isn’t about force — it’s about timing and moisture.
Too early = damaged square.

#CricketGrounds #Groundstaff #PitchPrep #Groundsmanship #CricketMaintenance #CricketWickets

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

@Mickleover_CC @RanceTim Top work 👏🏻

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

Getting a bit real now, first presentation about the junior workshops and engaging young people into cricket grounds maintenance.

Any advice on how to talk in front of a room full of people will be greatly appreciated!

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

Rolling isn’t about weight… it’s about timing and control.
Start light. Build gradually. Create depth compaction.
#CricketGroundsman #PitchPreparation #Groundstaff #CricketSquare #TurfCare #VolunteerGroundsman #GrassManagement

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

Spring fertiliser timing explained 🌱
Before or after pre-season rolling? And don’t worry if you haven’t applied it yet — the key is feeding when the grass is actually growing.
Simple tips for club groundsmen and volunteers.
#CricketGrounds #Groundsmanship #CricketSquare

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

@TrevorHamilton Absolutely, couldn’t fit it in to 90 seconds 😂 do have a separate video coming out about it this week

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

March = foundation month.
Get rolling right.
Cut smart.
Fix weak areas.
Set your square up properly.
Do this now... or chase problems all season.
Save this
Follow for simple cricket grounds tips.
#CricketGrounds #Groundsman #ClubCricket #TurfCare

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

@sparkygolferbb @tregs100 It’ll get better, feel for everyone who can’t get on yet. I’ve only been on a handful of times since December and I’m down there full time so it must be so hard for volunteers!

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

@tregs100 Most of my machines will be in the shed until the at least the end of the week, was really positive until Friday! It’ll get better just have to be patient!

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

@Jspencer588 What you putting on? I’m hoping to give it some seaweed before the end of the week and maybe some iron

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

Progress! Down to 22mm, l'll hopefully take it down to 20mm next week and keep it at that for the duration of pre season rolling
Squared off today as well, I'll put a video of how to square off your pitches

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

@Mickleover_CC Cheers guys, hope you’ve wintered well

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

@Jspencer588 Cheers mate, good to see you’ve managed to get on the 2nd pitch as well now!

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

Squaring off your square doesn't need to be complicated.
Just remember: 3, 4, 5
(or 88, 66, 100)
#CricketGroundsmanship #Groundstaff #CricketGround
#Volunteers #Grassroots

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

“Seaweed on a cricket square? 🌊
Natural growth stimulants, better rooting, improved stress tolerance, and faster recovery after wear.
I’m trialling a seaweed extract from @EutremaUK this season — follow to see the results through the year 👀🌱

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

You don’t need to be an expert to help on a cricket ground.
A rake, a brush, and an hour of your time makes a HUGE difference 🙌
Hashtags:
#VolunteerGrounds #CricketLife #GrassrootsSport #GroundsTeam

[Mark YCG @Mark_YCG]

Hybrid repairs, completely necessary, just don't book much in your diary! #turfcare #cricketgrounds #groundsmaintenance #clubcricket