Soil-related problems are common on intensively managed turfgrass, especially those amenity turf areas subjected to constant and heavy traffic (golf courses, sports fields, parks and other high-use amenity turf). Compaction, salt accumulation, and development of anaerobic conditions are among the most common soil-related problems. The concepts of soil health, soil quality and sustainable soil management are only beginning to be explored by the turfgrass research community. This paper will identify those factors important for defining soil health and quality for soils in amenity turf, as well as those management practices that contribute to sustainability of turf soil systems. Past and current research attempting to define and quantify soil health and quality will be reviewed. Needed future research will also be discussed.