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Premier League ban pitch patterns; Greenkeeper crushed by tree; student greenkeeper finalists; STRI Research
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PREMIER PITCH PATTERNS PROHIBITED!
Straight lines only for new season

The Premier League has announced that elaborate or decorative pitch patterns will no longer be allowed in their competition - beginning immediately with the upcoming 2017/18 season.


Southampton FC last season

In recent seasons teams like Leicester City and Southampton have gained worldwide recognition for the astounding patterns which their ground staff have created.


Leicester City's John Ledwidge mowed the club's badge into their pitch last season

All clubs must now adhere to the standard pitch design as the Premier League follows the regulations issued in UEFA's club manual for Champions League teams, which demand "straight lines, across the width of the pitch, perpendicular to the touchline."

A statement on the official Premier League website read: "Pitch patterns and designs will no longer be allowed in the Premier League in 2017/18.

"Rules state that the playing surface must contain no markings other than the traditional horizontal and white lines.

"This amendment brings the Premier League Rules into line with UEFA's regulations for its competitions and follows consultation with the Premier League Club groundsmen."


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