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a° � <br /> 1 4• <br /> Ransom Everglades School <br /> I /4 ffrila21 4/Voila end&rceflelice <br /> Founded 1903 <br /> INovember 27, 2012 <br /> To Whom It May Concern: <br /> I am writing in regards to our multi use field at Ransom Everglades School in Coconut Grove, FL. About five years ago we decided <br /> to switch this field,which is home to our Junior Varsity and Varsity Football,Soccer and Lacrosse teams,from natural grass to <br /> 1 synthetic turf. <br /> Our field is very busy all year and the installation of this field was paramount to keep our athletes safe. When we began our <br /> I research for the best field to install,it was imperative to us that the finish product was as important as the work done for the sub <br /> base and the installation of the turf. In doing our research we came to the determination that the product we chose was the best <br /> product for Ransom Everglades, not only because of the product but because of the company that was responsible for the <br /> 1 installation, Ballard Sports. <br /> I can honestly tell you that all of the accolades and commendations that we have received for our field are due in large part to <br /> 1 the experience and expertise of Ballard Sports. They were extremely professional throughout the installation process,walking us <br /> through all the steps of the sub base and drainage,the intricacies of their installation techniques and taking great care and <br /> attention to detail during installation. Even today, I can pick up the phone and call any of the managers responsible for the <br /> 1 installation and speak with them and get feedback about care,problems, etc. <br /> Just recently we ran into a situation with our lights on the field and it required having the turf being pulled back. I picked up the <br /> I phone and called Vic Procopio,who was the person in charge of the Ransom Everglades project, and he mobilized a team <br /> member from North Carolina to be here in Miami the next day so that we could be ready for that evenings Soccer game. <br /> I The professionalism and service that was provided to Ransom Everglades by Ballard Sports for our field renovation is unmatched. <br /> Our field has been host to numerous high school events,college soccer and was also host to a professional soccer match. We <br /> have only received great comments regarding our field including high remarks from Soccer purists who have strongly support <br /> I playing on natural grass surfaces. The playability of our field is superb and the field is always in perfect condition to play with <br /> permanent football,soccer and lacrosse lines in-laid into the turf. <br /> IIf you have any more questions regarding our field and would like to come and visit our field, please feel free to let me know. <br /> I wish you the best in your search for your project and would highly recommend that whatever your plans call for,that Ballard <br /> ISports a component to your project. <br /> Since( ly, <br /> 1 <br /> dy De Angu o <br /> I Assistant Dire or Athletics <br /> Director of Athle ' acilities <br /> Ransom Everglades School <br /> I <br /> I Everglades Campus • 2045 South Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove, Florida 33133 • 305.250.6850 • fax 305.250.4205 <br /> Ransom Campus • 3575 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, Florida 33133 • 305.460.8800 • fax 305.443.0735 <br /> www.ransomeverglades.org <br />