Baltimore Orioles head groundskeeper leaves after 20 years
CBS News
Last updated: May 13, 2026
Nicole Sherry, the head groundskeeper for the Baltimore Orioles, is concluding her 20-year tenure with the team. Her departure marks the end of a significant period in her career and for the team's groundskeeping department.
- Sherry's career with the Orioles began 20 years ago, and during this time, she became a pioneering figure in her field. In 2006, she achieved a significant milestone by becoming the second woman in history to hold the position of head groundskeeper for a Major League Baseball team. Her role involved extensive knowledge and practical application of turf management, field maintenance, and ensuring optimal playing conditions. Throughout her two decades with the club, Sherry was instrumental in maintaining the quality and safety of the Oriole Park at Camden Yards playing surface. Her dedication and expertise contributed to the aesthetic and functional integrity of one of baseball's most iconic ballparks. Her departure after such a long and impactful period signifies a notable change for the organization's operations.
