Chris Buzzard, owner of Hawcreek Landscaping in Columbus, Indiana, won Kubota’s SZ Standoff Sweepstakes, taking home a new SZ Series stand-on mower. Selected from over 6,700 entries, Buzzard received the prize at Jacobi Sales in Seymour. The SZ Series, designed for tight commercial landscapes, features Kawasaki engines, Hydro-Gear transmissions, and speeds up to 11 mph.
Columbus Landscaper Takes Home Top Prize
The holiday season brought an unexpected surprise for Chris Buzzard, owner of Hawcreek Landscaping LLC in Columbus, Indiana. Out of more than 6,700 commercial landscaping entrants, Buzzard was named the grand prize winner of Kubota’s SZ Standoff Sweepstakes, earning a brand-new SZ Series stand-on mower. The award was presented during a special ceremony at Jacobi Sales in Seymour, Indiana, last month.
Entries for the sweepstakes were accepted through the final day of the 2025 GIE+EXPO, an annual trade show for the outdoor power equipment industry.
Kubota’s SZ Series: Built for Precision Landscaping
Launched in January 2025, Kubota’s SZ Series includes three models: the SZ19-36, SZ22-48, and SZ26-52. Designed for landscapers working on zero-lot homes or commercial properties with narrow lawns, these stand-on mowers provide an efficient alternative where traditional zero-turn mowers cannot maneuver. Key features of the SZ Series include:
- Kawasaki FX and FT EFI commercial engines for reliable performance
- Hydro-Gear transmissions for smooth operation
- A low center of gravity for enhanced stability
- Speeds up to 11 mph, depending on the model
The mower’s compact yet powerful design makes it ideal for professionals seeking both speed and precision in tight spaces.
With this win, Buzzard adds a high-performance tool to his fleet, further boosting his landscaping business’s capabilities.
