Næstved Stadium, the principal football venue in Næstved, Denmark, has a long and varied history, serving as the home ground for top-tier clubs such as Næstved Boldklub and Næstved HG. Over the years, the stadium has undergone numerous upgrades to maintain its status as a professional football standard facility, including the installation of advanced lighting, under-turf heating, and a comprehensive renovation of the playing surface.
Central to these improvements is the work of Head Groundsman Alex Moreno, who has overseen turf management for the Næstved municipality’s sports fields for the past eight years. Responsible for 59 hectares of natural grass, multiple artificial turf surfaces, and over 75 football pitches of various sizes, Alex brings extensive expertise and dedication to his role. When the first major renovation was needed and funding for a field top maker was unavailable, Alex chose to repeatedly use the Uni-Scratch™ to clean out the pitch. Although this approach was much more time-consuming than using an Imants KORO® FIELDTOPMAKER® for instance, his perseverance and hard work with the Uni-Scratch™ ultimately yielded a quality playing surface for the following season, demonstrating his commitment to achieving the best results despite challenges.
In 2024, the stadium's playing surface underwent a total renovation, which included deep excavation and removal of all topsoil across 8,000 m2. New drainage, irrigation systems, and hybrid fibre stitching were implemented to ensure optimal conditions. To meet tight deadlines and guarantee immediate playability, the team invested in rolling grass solutions between full renovations. This included the successful application of the Campey™ Uni-Scratch™, which played an essential role in maintaining the high standard of the natural and hybrid pitches.
The Campey™ Uni-Scratch is specifically designed to infill or refill during the installation and ongoing maintenance of synthetic grass carpets. Its versatility extends to natural grass hybrid carpet pitches, where it is also effective for the final removal of organic matter during annual renovations.
It operates on four supporting rollers that are adjustable in height, enabling operators to select the most suitable working depth for various turf conditions. The machine’s rotors can be fitted with either springs or linear brushes made from PPL, enhancing its adaptability to different maintenance requirements.
"The Uni-Scratch™’s versatility and efficiency were absolutely crucial during our renovation period," says Alex Moreno. "It enabled our team to achieve a world-class playing surface faster than ever before. Its ability to operate flawlessly over large areas guaranteed consistent turf quality, and the sturdy design meant we experienced minimal downtime and maintenance throughout the process."
This case study highlights how Campey Turf Care’s Uni-Scratch™, in the skilled hands of Alex Moreno and his team, contributed to the successful transformation of Næstved Stadium’s field, ensuring it continues to meet professional standards and provide an exceptional playing experience for athletes and spectators alike.
So basically the first renovation was due and he wanted to koro but didn’t have the funds so he used the Uniscratch multiple times to clean out the pitch it took a lot longer than with the lot to get it to where it should be but through hard work with the uniscratch he got there to give him a decent pitch the following season
