As twilight casts a pink glow over Snapdragon stadium, some spectators speculated about a natural phenomenon or extraterrestrial presence, only to discover that it is a result of advanced turf management techniques. The stadium announced via social media that the pink hue is due to the implementation of innovative LED grow lights, developed in partnership with SGL System, aimed at promoting grass health throughout the year. With multiple teams, including San Diego State football and San Diego Wave FC, regularly using the field, these energy-efficient lights are essential to ensuring a top-quality playing surface, particularly during winter and early spring when natural light is scarce. San Diego Botanic Garden CEO Ari Novy explained that the specific wavelengths of light provided by these fixtures cater to the turf’s growth needs, making an otherwise mundane process of grass cultivation an object of fascination.