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A water hog is a machine that removes water from sports grounds. The water hog was invented by Hugh McLaughlin.[1]
Driven by a rider, it has a wide, front roller that absorbs the water, transfers it to a storage tank, and allows it to be discharged in a safe location.
Originally devised for use on cricket pitches, it is now used at a wide range of sporting venues including golf putting greens, football grounds and even at gaelic football stadiums where it has proved very successful.[2]
References
- ^ Hugh McLaughlin", Joseph O'Malley, Irish Independent, January 08, 2006.
- ^ "Croker stands up to Mother Nature", "Water machine Hogs the limelight", Ronan Flanagan, Irish Independent, 15 August 2008
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