Evan Berry is the Head Groundskeeper for the Mississippi Mud Monsters — and if you’ve ever wondered who keeps the swamp in check at Trustmark Park, it’s probably Evan (or maybe his dog, depending on the day). A Leakesville native now living in Brandon, Evan brings decades of turf management experience to the Mud Monsters, with previous stops at the Biloxi Shuckers and the Mississippi Braves.

Around here, Evan Berry is part scientist, part artist, and part alligator wrangler (not literally… we hope). He’s the one making sure the field stays perfect — from crisp mowing patterns to pristine playing conditions — so players can shine and fans can soak it all in.

Most days, you’ll find him out on the field with his loyal sidekick, Piper — a 10-month-old, 105-pound Assistant Groundskeeper who takes her job (and her snacks) very seriously. When they’re not holding things down at the ballpark, Evan, Piper, and his wife, Kristen — better known as Suga Mama — are probably out fishing on The Rez aboard their boat, the Suga Mama II. (Piper, naturally, is listed as co-owner.)