How to Prepare a Baseball Infield Before a Game or Tournament?
If you have ever walked onto a ballfield and felt that little spark of excitement... we get it. A smooth, well-prepped surface just hits differently. And the funny thing is... players often notice it more than they admit. Before any game starts, the field crew (or sometimes just a couple of volunteers with rakes and heart ) has one important job: get that baseball infield mix ready so the game plays fair, safe, and fast. We have spent enough time around ballfields to know that preparing an infield is not just daily maintenance... it is a small ritual. And a good one. Why Infield Prep Really Matters Most people think infield grooming is just about looks. Sure, a tidy field is nice, but the real goal is safety and consistent play. A study by the Sports Turf Managers Association found that poor infield conditions... especially uneven surfaces... are among the top causes of bad hops and ankle tweaks during amateur games. That is something no one wants. So when we prep an infield, we ar...