Should high schools replace grass fields with new turf?

A: Yes, turf fields will be more eco-friendly.
B: No, we shouldn’t have turf fields because of the cost.
C: Yes, have half turf and half not turf for certain fields.

When none wants to maintain a baseball field what should one do? Well, the simple answer to that question would be to replace a grass field with turf. On the other hand many people may think that it costs too much. There are many different opinions that one could have. Some may want turf and some may not want it. Also some could be in between. When it comes to baseball or any sport in that matter, it is insanely hard to keep a grass field maintained, unless one puts tireless hours into maintaining it. If all fields had turf instead of grass it would cut down on water usage. Also, it will cut down on fertilizer use, which is a huge problem. When people use fertilizer, it then rains and the fertilizer is washed away into rivers and streams. This will affect many ecosystems and hurt many animals by using grass instead of turf. Turf will make fields able to drain easier and able for use in rainy conditions. In the Minnesota Vikings stadium …show more content…
Turf is expensive to buy and install. It is also has to be watched over to make sure animals don’t decide to live under it. The turf may be exposed to damage through the elements, such as wind gusts, rain, hail, and even the extreme temperatures. It may be a bad idea because in some sports like baseball one could get hurt easier. In baseball there is a warning track so one will know when he/she gets closer to the outfield fence. The warning track is dirt and the outfield is grass. From experience, one can feel a big difference once they hit the warning track. If the fields were turf instead of grass it would basically be impossible to tell the difference. Many outfielders could run full speed into the wall and have major