James Templeton's Page

Profession

Head Groundskeeper

Which segment of the turf industry are most closely associated with?

Athletic Fields

Turf interest and/or expertise

Head Groundskeeper of a Single A minor league baseball team in California. Worked at Trysting Tree golf course while attending school at Oregon State.

What brings you to this site?

I have several internship opportunities for students to get hands on minor league baseball experience. These internships can be at any time during the year, not just baseball season. Housing is provided for interns.

Biography

I grew up in McMinnville, Oregon and lived in Corvallis for 7 years during college and after. I took a job as an assistant groundskeeper in Visalia, California before being promoted to head groundskeeper in October 2014. I bleed orange and black and want to give back to the University. I can offer as many as 4 internships a year (Housing included). The hands on experience of interning for our ball club is unmatched around the country. Mowing, over seeding, mound rebuilds, plate rebuilds, bullpen renovations, daily field maintenance and professional baseball game day duties are just some of the areas where interns can gain great experience and baseball specific training. Please contact me if you are interested in this opportunity. GO BEAVS!