David Bradford

My name is David Bradford and I grew up in Norfolk Massachusetts. I am currently a senior at The University of Massachusetts Amherst pursuing to receive my Bachelor degree in Turfgrass Science and Management with a concentration in business. I previously got my Associate’s Degree in Turfgrass Management at The Stockbridge School of Agriculture at The University of Massachusetts Amherst.

I have always had a passion for the outdoors and realized in my early career of high school that I wanted to take it to a whole new level and pursue my career in something I loved. Wether it was mowing my lawn to working in the garden or even walking in the woods, I felt that I have always had a strong relationship with the outdoors. While summering in Eastham Massachusetts on Cape Cod, being inside just always made me feel like a caged animal. I was lucky enough Umass had such a reputable program that directly related to the things that I truly love in life.

While not in school I usually spend my free time on Cape Cod where I am able to indulge in outdoor activities that I thoroughly enjoy. During my freshman year at the Stockbridge School I had to fulfill an internship during the summer months. I wanted to find somewhere that i would learn useful knowledge that i could use later on in my career. Cape Cod National Golf Club is a club in Brewster, Massachusetts. I was able to still indulge in the outdoor activities while fulfilling my academic requirements. I am excited to start my career in Turfgrass Management and eager to see where it takes me.