The 33rd GCSAA Collegiate Turf Bowl presented in partnership with John Deere
The 33rd edition of GCSAA’s Annual Collegiate Turf Bowl Competition will be held in New Orleans on Jan. 20.
Register a Team
Presented with
Jan. 20, 2027
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans
About the Competition
The Turf Bowl Competition consists of a single exam, administered electronically, that includes multiple-choice questions and the physical and visual identification of turfgrass and weed samples. The top 10 teams will be recognized and receive monetary awards provided by John Deere.
Results will be announced at the CTS Closing Session on Thursday, Jan. 21.
Tie-breaker procedures: coming soon.
Review the 2027 Turf Bowl Study Guide to help you prepare for the competition.
View ScheduleRegister Your Team
Complete the Turf Bowl registration form by Nov. 30 and identify a team captain.
Eligibility
- Currently enrolled in a turf program, or graduated at the end of the most recent fall semester and not yet in a graduate program.
- An active student member of GCSAA. Student memberships are free thanks to sponsorship by John Deere; become a member now.
- Registered to attend CTS as a student member. GCSAA staff will confirm registration once student membership is confirmed.
- Enrolled via the registration form with a team captain identified.
Schedule
Monday
Nov. 30
- Team registration ends
Wednesday
Jan. 20
- Team check-in
7-7:30 a.m., outside The Great Hall B & C - Turf Bowl Breakfast
7:30-8:30 a.m., The Great Hall B & C - Turf Bowl Competition
9 a.m. to noon, The Great Hall A & D - John Deere booth meet and greet
3-4 p.m., Trade Show Floor (booth #2719)
Thursday
Jan. 21
- Results announced at the Closing Session
1:15-2:30 p.m., LaNouvelle Ballroom (2nd level)