So, in particular, the groundsman (or curator) must: Finally, the specialist must monitor the weather and have a deep knowledge of topography.ĭespite the fact that the groundsman (or curator) is an auxiliary position, its requirements are very high, and this applies not only to a highly professional level, but also to an amateur one.

In addition, the groundsman (or curator) is obliged to monitor the condition of the field before the start of the match, how much grass is left on it, whether additional treatment with a roller is needed, and if so, what kind. As a rule, groundsmen do not perform all the work related to this independently but manage a staff of specialists, each responsible for a separate site (cutting grass, fertilizing, drainage, and so on).

Groundsman (or curator) is a special position in cricket, which involves taking care of the ground, primarily the pitch. Published: at 20:34 Reading time: ~ 4 min.