Build It Right - Fall 2025, Issue 14

ASBA Publishes First-Ever Padel Court Installation Manual

ASBA 60th Anniversary Celebration

NFHS Sports Participation Survey Shows Increase, with Girls’ Sports Leading the Way

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The American Sports Builders Association, a non-profit trade association comprised of builders, designers and suppliers for sports facilities, exists to promote the highest standards of design, construction and maintenance.

ASBA Chairman Randy Resley

ASBA Executive Director

Fred Stringfellow, CAE | fred@stringfellowgroup.net

Editor

Mary Helen Sprecher | maryhelen@sportsbuilders.org

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Build It Right is a publication of the American Sports Builders Association © 2025. All Rights Reserved. For more information or to order additional copies, contact the ASBA headquarters office. Unless otherwise noted, all images are copyright ASBA and their respective owners. Unless otherwise noted, all articles are copyright ASBA. Direct requests for reprint to the ASBA headquarters office. The American Sports Builders Association prints Build It Right to provide its members and other interested parties in the sports design, construction and supply profession with a forum for the discussion of topics of interest to the entire industry. The ideas and opinions expressed in Build It Right are solely those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the view, positions or policies of ASBA, its members, its board of directors, officers or staff. ASBA is not responsible for any claims made in any advertisements, and does not endorse any manufacturer, supplier or vendor. ASBA does not warrant the performance of any member or member employee or subcontractor.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 5

LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN

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HEADLINE NEWS

6 ASBA Publishes First-Ever Padel Court Installation Manual 6 NFHS Sports Participation Survey Shows Increase, with Girls’ Sports Leading the Way 9 STC Advocacy Update: Impacting State & Local Policies 9 ASBA Position Papers: The Latest News

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TIMELINE OF THE AMERICAN SPORTS BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

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ASBA’S 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

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INDUSTRY VIEWS

15 An Interview with Galen Beers, Executive Director, The Sports & Social Industry Association

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MEETING NEWS

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Technical Meeting Sessions Schedule

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WHERE IN THE WORLD IS ASBA?

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PLAYING BY THE RULES

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TRENDING TOPICS

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MEMBER NEWSLINE

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NEW MEMBERS & CERTIFIED BUILDERS

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LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN Randy Resley

As I write this final letter to end my twoyear term as Chairman, rather than reflect back on the many successes that we’ve been celebrating, I’m excited and energized by what awaits us – as an association and an industry.

Since the last issue of the magazine….

We’ve launched a new publication – Padel Courts: Installation & Maintenance Manual. With our partners at US Padel Association, we’re embracing this booming new sport as it makes its way into the

U.S. marketplace. So far, it’s being met with open arms.

relevance, attendance and membership begin to decline.

We hosted three regional workshops in New Jersey and Montana, targeting our new Indoor Sports Surfaces division. All three workshops sold out in advance – a testament to filling a need that has existed within that division.

ASBA certainly does not fall into this category. The association is more vibrant than ever, our numbers continue to expand, and there are countless new programs and initiatives underway. Our “Build it Right” mantra continues to drive everything we do and could not be more relevant than ever! Enjoy the special commemorative sections in this issue of the magazine and celebrate – not just our storied past, but our bright future!

ASBA has been well-represented at industry events, both domestically and internationally. The ASBA staff and membership had a presence at the US Open in New York in August; the NRPA conference in Orlando in September; and the FSB sports surfaces show in Cologne, Germany in October.

ASBA is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year! Many associations around this time enter a “mature” phase where programs begin to stagnate, the organization’s initial purpose begins to lose

I’ll look forward to seeing many of you in San Antonio, Texas in December for this year’s Technical Meeting. Let’s compare notes, share stories and celebrate ASBA’s 60th! ★ Sincerely, Randy Resley

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HEADLINE NEWS ASBA Publishes First-Ever Padel Court Installation Manual

Mary Helen Sprecher

ASBA has added a new publication to its bookshelf.

The inaugural edition of Padel Courts: Installation & Maintenance Manual is now available for purchase on the Association’s website for $39.95, in both hard copy and electronic format.

The new manual, written by an editorial committee that included representation from both ASBA and the United States Padel Association as well as builders and suppliers in the industry, covers padel court dimensions, planning and design, base construction, maintenance, discussion of the installation of court kits, indoor and outdoor facilities, amenities and accessories, lighting and a wealth of information on industry sources, including professional

organizations, trade publications and organizations of teaching professionals.

In addition to being written in a user-friendly format and offering comprehensive information, the manual is illustrated with photos and detailed diagrams.

The goal of the publication is to provide readers with the facts they need to make informed decisions on issues such as contractor selection, court placement, wind and soil considerations and other factors – and to avoid having them try to source unverified information.

Within the United States, interest in the sport of padel has grown rapidly, prompting ASBA to include an educational session, “Padel Court Installation in the U.S. and What to Know Before You Build,” in its upcoming Technical Meeting, to be held December 2-5, 2025 in San Antonio, Texas at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio.

To locate the publication on the website, mouse over the top blue toolbar until you get to the tab reading “Resources.” A drop-down menu will appear. Click on “Publications” to be taken to ASBA’s online bookstore. ★

NFHS Sports Participation Survey Shows Increase, with Girls’ Sports Leading the Way Mary Helen Sprecher There’s been a burst of growth in high school sports and girls are the main accelerant. The best part: It will translate into a need for more, and better, sports facilities, both indoors and outdoors.

According to the National Federation of State High School Associations, which recently released its High School Athletics Participation Survey, the most recent academic year brought an all-time high in terms of the numbers of student athletes. There was a total of 8,260,891 participants, up from the previous record of 8,062,302 set in 2023-24.

NFHS further states that the bulk of that increase came in girls’ sports, with wrestling and flag football leading the way. ASBA has covered the explosive growth of these sports in previous issues; however, according to NFHS, there has been a 60 percent uptick in the number of girls playing flag football since last year, and a 15 percent bump in the number of girls wrestling.

Plus, according to the survey, traditional sports are as strong as

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they have ever been; those Friday night lights are in no danger of dimming. This past year, the number of schools sponsoring 11-player football on the boys’ side was only 10 shy of a record high set more than 15 years ago.

Boys’ outdoor track and field, soccer and golf had significant gains, and all 10 of the most popular sports held steady or registered increases. Also in the top 10 for boys were basketball, soccer, baseball, wrestling, cross country, golf, tennis and swimming/diving.

On the girls’ side, the news is still good. Outdoor track and field, volleyball and soccer all registered increases and remained the top three participatory sports for girls. Basketball remained in the No. 4 spot followed by fastpitch softball. Competitive spirit jumped to the sixth most popular girls’ sport with a nearly 14 percent increase, while tennis also increased by more than four percent. Cross country, swimming and diving and lacrosse rounded out the top 10. ★

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HEADLINE NEWS STC Advocacy Update: Impacting State & Local Policies Melanie Taylor, President and CEO, Synthetic Turf Council

The Synthetic Turf Council (STC) continues to champion responsible policies and regulations for synthetic turf, ensuring access to safe, sustainable spaces. Here’s a look at the organization’s recent efforts and outcomes across key states:

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Maine: STC opposed LD1177 this year. In June, the Appropriations Committee did not take action on the bill, so it will likely be considered again when the legislature convenes in January 2026.

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New York: STC is engaged with the Carpet and Rug Institute and Carpet Cushion Council in the planning for the state carpet collection program.

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Florida: HB 683 was signed into law in June, and STC is working with Florida’s DEP on finalizing rules around synthetic turf in the state.

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New York City: STC is connecting with City Council members and local stakeholders regarding Bill 1202, which will likely be considered in the fall session. STC is also identifying third-party stakeholders who can help share STC’s park and outdoor space access messaging.

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Maryland: STC is collaborating with the Department of the Environment on a synthetic turf study mandated by HB 457.

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California: STC successfully removed synthetic turf language from the California Board of Forestry’s Zone Zero Regulatory Advisory Committee, preventing a ban of synthetic turf within five feet of homes. STC also testified before the Beverly Hills City Council and pushed the city to vote down a proposed turf ban on private front yards. Discussions with the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) on PFAS continue, with a profile expected next year, as well as future considerations for categorizing microplastics as a chemical.

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Massachusetts: STC is monitoring legislative developments for S2187 and H3339, which would ban synthetic turf fields in the state.

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Colorado: STC offered amendments to HB25-1113, distinguishing between functional and nonfunctional turf. STC is now educating local policymakers on turf regulations in the state.

The STC mission is to lead, educate and advocate for the synthetic turf industry. Founded in 2003, STC assists buyers and end users with the selection, use and maintenance of synthetic turf systems in sports field, golf, municipal parks, airports, landscape and residential applications.

The organization is a resource for current, credible and independent research on the safety and environmental impact of synthetic turf, as well as technical guidance on the selection, installation, maintenance and environmentally responsible disposal of synthetic turf.

Membership includes builders, landscape architects, testing labs, maintenance providers, manufacturers, suppliers, installation contractors, infill material suppliers and other specialty service companies. Learn more at www.syntheticturfcouncil.org. ★

ASBA Position Papers: The Latest News Mary Helen Sprecher

ASBA’s Courts Division recently produced a new Position Paper.

The document, Preventing Delamination of Acrylic Surfacing on Concrete Athletic Courts is now available on the Association’s website, www.sportsbuilders.org.

Position Papers are one-page documents detailing suggested techniques and best practices for construction of sports facilities.

Have an idea for a good Position Paper? Reach out to the Division Presidents as follows: Courts Division: Todd Dettor – todd@fast-dry.com Fields Division: Allen Verdin, CFB – averdin@themotzgroup.com Indoor Sports Surfaces Division: Jay Henley – jhenley@covington.com Tracks Division: Jordan Fisher, CTB – jfisher@fishertracks.com ★

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Timeline of the American Sports Builders Association 1965: The U.S. Tennis Court & Track Builders Association (USTC&TBA) is founded.

design professionals, is created. (This would later be renamed the Design Professionals Division.)

1966: Organization hosts its first official meeting in 1966 in New Orleans at the Royal Orleans Hotel with 31 members.

This becomes known as the Technical Meeting.

1971: To manage the administrative and management work of the Association, Foreman R. Thompson of Illinois is named the first paid executive secretary.

1967: The Winter Meeting is added and is held in mid-February in southern and tropical resort locations.

1968: The Association votes to organize two membership divisions: Tennis Court Builders and Track Builders (design professionals could also choose to align themselves with applicable divisions).

1968: USTC&TBA begins drafting its first Construction Specifications for tennis courts and running tracks. (Fun Fact: The earliest track specifications written by USTC&TBA addressed tracks made of either expanded shale or fired clay.)

1969: Another publication, The Court & Field Diagram Guide, was a compilation of diagrams of sport areas and their markings.

1969: The first edition of the book, Tennis Courts, a joint effort with the USTA, was published.

1970: The first Track Construction Manual is written.

1970s: USTC&TBA developed two pamphlets, Buyer’s Guide to Tennis Court Construction and Buyer’s Guide to Running Track Construction, to help prospective facility owners understand the importance of good construction by Association members.

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1973-1976: USTC&TBA institutes an awards program to recognize sports facilities that demonstrated excellence in design and construction. Awards include the Russell B. Goddard Award and the Harry Humphries Award (presented for technical and aesthetic excellence in construction).

Mid-1970s: USTC&TBA develops and begins offering its first voluntary certification programs: Certified Tennis Court Builder (CTCB) and the Certified Track Builder (CTB).

1983: Association announces the first president of a new division, made up of suppliers of goods and materials to the sports facility construction industry. The division is originally called the Associate and Affiliate Division; the name is later changed to the Supplier Division.

1985: David H. Pettit, Esq. is hired as the Association’s first legal counsel. He remains the longest-tenured advisor to date. (In 2024, he was presented with the Industry Merit Award in recognition of his service to the Association through the years.)

1988: The Joseph E. Shaner Company of Baltimore is chosen to manage the USTC&TBA. 1988: The Technical Meeting is held in Montreal, marking the first time to be offered outside the U.S. (Fun Fact: Members in the trade show complained about difficulties getting samples of

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materials through customs, leading the Board of Directors to announce that future Technical Meetings would be held in the United States.)

1988: The Association creates the Industry Merit Award (presented to an individual who had made outstanding long-term contributions to the industry).

1990: The Board of Directors rules that the Association should update the certification program, and should work with a professional testing company, to make its exam more relevant.

1992: The publication, Tennis Courts, is rebranded and expanded as Tennis Courts: Construction and Maintenance Manual.

1994: The Association updates its awards program, retiring the Goddard and Humphries awards and adding classifications for each membership division (tracks, tennis courts, etc.)

1994: The publication, Running Track Manual is rebranded and expanded as Running Tracks: Construction and Maintenance Manual.

1995: The Association’s first website is introduced.

1996: In order to ensure that information regarding sports rules and diagrams remains updated, Association staff and members begin meeting annually with representatives of the NFHS and NCAA. 1996: Franklin/Thomas takes over as management firm.

1998: Peggy Beard, the first woman to hold the CTCB designation and the first female Tennis Division President, becomes chair of the Association, marking the growing role of women in the industry.

Later, Donna Sierks, the first woman to hold the CTB designation and the role of Track Division President, would become the second female Association chair.

2000: USTC&TBA publishes its first book addressing indoor sports construction: Indoor Synthetic Surfaces: Installation and Maintenance Manual. This book was replaced by the Courts & Rec manual (see 2023).

2004: Association changes its name to the American Sports Builders Association.

2005: Association adds a Fields Division in response to demand from its members and to growth in the marketplace.

2008: Stringfellow Management Group is hired to manage the growing Association.

2008: The Association and its certification program score a major legal victory when the Attorney General of Massachusetts upholds the right of a local school district to mandate its bid requirement that the bidder for a running track project employ a Certified Track Builder from the association.

2009: ASBA unveils Certified Field Builder program.

2010: First fields manual: Synthetic Turf Fields: Construction and Maintenance Manual, is introduced.

2013: The Association implements its Certificate of Distinction program; Supplier members and Professional Division members are able to apply.

2015: ASBA celebrates 50th anniversary.

2015: In response to the growing presence of women in the industry, ASBA offers its first Women’s Networking Reception.

2017: ASBA introduces a new publication, Pickleball Courts: Construction and Maintenance Manual. US Pickleball Association (later USA Pickleball) endorses the publication.

2018: Inaugural Game Changer awards begin, allowing attendees at the Technical Meeting to learn about nominated products and services in the ASBA Exhibit Hall, and to vote for products they believe best exemplify excellence and innovation in the industry.

2019: ASBA adds the Regional Meeting to its offerings to members.

2020: The certification exam is offered at testing centers nationwide, allowing more industry members access to the exam.

2020: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Technical Meeting, including its trade show, awards presentation and other features, is offered online; the event is a success.

The recording of sessions for the online meeting serves as the beginning of ASBA’s online technical resource library which currently contains more than 50 modules.

2021: After attending FSB for several years, ASBA participates for the first time as an exhibitor.

2022: ASBA introduces its certificate program for Pickleball Court Builders.

2022: The Association begins publishing Build It Right, a quarterly magazine.

2023: ASBA unveils ASBA Academy, its upgraded educational resource for newer members to the industry, with courses in court, track and field construction.

2023: ASBA introduces Courts & Recreational Surfaces: Construction and Maintenance Manual.

2023: Indoor sports surfacing construction and maintenance workshops are offered in various areas throughout the country.

2023: ASBA introduces the American Sports Builders Foundation (ASBF), its charitable arm, with the goal of funding facility projects and providing scholarships to future members of the industry.

2024: After attending the National Recreation and Park Association Conference for several years, ASBA becomes a Sponsor of NRPA and participates for the first time as an exhibitor.

2024: ASBA creates the Indoor Sports Surfaces Division, with Jay Henley serving as its first Division President.

2025: A new publication: Padel Courts: Installation & Maintenance Manual, is offered by the Association.

2025: ASBA is honored by the USTA at the US Open, with its executive director, Fred Stringfellow, and incoming Chair, Megan Buczynski, coming to the court to take part in the official coin toss to begin opening rounds.

2025: ASBA celebrates its 60th anniversary in San Antonio, Texas, with more than 1,500 participants expected to attend. ★

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ASBA’s 60th Anniversary Celebration ASBA’s 60th anniversary is a tribute to the strength and commitment of its membership. From those who started the Association back in 1965 to those who are still joining today, ASBA continues to be a force for good in the industry.

Member companies who have been with the Association for 25 years or more are listed here. We honor these members for their time in the industry, as well as for the many years they have served ASBA. ASBA is enriched by the combined experience of all its members, from those with decades behind them to those who are just entering the market. Thank you for helping BUILD IT RIGHT. ★

60-YEAR MEMBER A. John DiMilia, Inc. 55-YEAR MEMBERS California Sports Surfaces Har-Tru, LLC 50-YEAR MEMBERS Agile Courts Construction Co., Inc. Goddard Coatings Sport Surfaces Mateflex Corporation Midwest Tennis & Track Co. Putnam Tennis & Recreation The CourtSMITHs Vermont Tennis Court Surfacing, A Div. of JS Zangla, LLC. 45-YEAR MEMBERS Cape & Island Tennis & Track Douglas Sports Leslie Coatings, Inc. Putterman Athletics Welch Tennis Courts, Inc. 40-YEAR MEMBERS Computomarx Dynaflex Sports Surfacing Fast-Dry Courts, Inc. & 10-S Tennis Supply McCourt Construction, Inc. Nickolaus Construction Co., Inc. Nova Sports, USA Schwab-Eaton P. A.

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Tennis Courts, Inc. Tennis Technology, Inc. Varsity Courts, Inc. 35-YEAR MEMBERS American Athletic Track and Turf Bakko Bak Bord C.R. Peterson, Inc. Court One Frasure Reps Sports Lighting Gerald Perry Tennis Company, Inc. Industrial Surface Sealer, Inc. K&M Asphalt Sealing Maintenance Merritt Tennis & Track Systems Munson, Inc. Reece, A HSC Pavement Maintenance Company Zaino Tennis Courts, Inc. 30-YEAR MEMBERS Ace Surfaces-North America Advanced Polymer Technology, Corp.

American Recycling Center, Inc. Arnt Asphalt Sealing, Inc. Elite Sports Builders Halecon, Inc. Heiberger Paving, Inc., Mid America Sports Surfacing Div. KWS Engineering McConnell & Associates Corp.

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Papico Construction, Inc. Pro-Sport Construction, Inc. Rettler Corporation Vibra-Whirl Sports, Ltd. 25-YEAR MEMBERS ACO, Inc. Athletic Field Services Athletic Marking Company Baseline Sports Construction, LLC Bolton & Menk, Inc. Competition Athletic Surfaces Dobbs Tennis Courts, Inc. Fisher Tracks, Inc. GA Sports Construction Global Sports & Tennis Design Group, LLC Lower Bros. Co., Inc. Maine Tennis & Track, Co. Mondo USA, Inc. Ocean Marker Sport Surfaces Paragon Sports Constructors, LLC Premier Surface Solutions, Inc. Renner Sports Surfaces Robert A. Bothman, Inc. S & J Sealer Co. dba S&J Asphalt Paving Co. SportMaster Sport Surfaces Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. Super Seal Sealcoating Co. Synthomer Inc. Top-A-Court LLC Vasco Sports Contractors

“ASBA has continuously raised the bar to set the standards in quality in our industry.”

- Eric Loftus

“ASBA provides a great platform to learn, educate others and, of course, network.”

- John P. Nelson, Jr.

“Getting to know people from across the country with a shared interest.”

- Ed Norton “For going on 40 years ASBA (USTC&TBA) has been a foundational part of our success in business. The relationships and shared business information have helped us tremendously and we trust we have supported and encouraged others in the Association as well.”

- Will Ferguson

“The connections made through ASBA have been so important both professionally and personally.

Helping each other achieve the highest level of design and construction for all of our athletic clients is so meaningful.”

- Megan Buczynski

“ASBA is such a unique association where the industry leaders in design, construction and manufacturing unite.

The quality and integrity of our industry and trades continue to reach higher and higher thresholds, and the friendships built along the way, to me, are irreplaceable.”

- Alex Fletcher

“It is difficult to condense into one word what ASBA has meant to me. Networking, education, excellence, friendships and opportunity all come to mind, but they add up to “community” so that is the word I’ll choose.”

- David Marsden

“ASBA is an association that provides an unbiased place to enhance a person’s career in the sports construction industry and to increase knowledge in quality practices.”

- Erica Parker

“ASBA has given me a platform to grow and share my knowledge all the while gaining understanding in all aspects of our industries. The relationships gained are invaluable and almost impossible to recreate outside of this specific group. I owe a lot of my personal growth to ASBA and those who I have had the privilege to meet through the organization have been some of my greatest business and personal contacts of my life.

Congratulations on making it 60 Years….!”

- Todd Dettor

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INDUSTRY VIEWS

An Interview with Galen Beers, Executive Director, The Sports & Social Industry Association

Industry Views is a regular column in Build It Right, featuring an interview with an industry partner whose work is helping to drive evolution. Have a suggestion for someone to interview? E-mail our editor at maryhelen@sportsbuilders.org.

There’s a fast-growing sector in the sports events market and it isn’t youth, although it’s made up of athletes who used to fall into that category: Adult leagues with regular programming in everything from softball and pickleball to golf, bar games and bowling (and everything in between).

Proponents say leagues are helping people make friends, stay active and keep the competitive spirit alive after graduating from high school and/or college.

The Sport & Social Industry Association, a nonprofit trade organization, serves businesses that produce, manage or operate adult sports leagues, tournaments and/or social events. SSIA was founded in 2010 to foster communication, collaboration and community in the industry.

American Sports Builders Association: We hear a lot about adult leagues in so many cities. Do you know the nationwide expansion rate?

Galen Beers: We don’t really have data so it’s hard to speculate but there is definite growth.

and dodgeball are also represented, as are a lot of other sports.

American Sports Builders Association: Do most clubs use municipal fields and facilities?

Galen Beers: Many groups are dependent on, and many have partnerships with, parks and rec departments or local schools, to use their facilities. Sometimes, municipalities will farm adult events out to be run by sport and social clubs so that they have someone to take care of all the administrative work, like getting referees, scheduling games and setting up parties at the end of the season.

American Sports Builders Association: What do you see as the biggest challenge facing club owners?

Galen Beers: The day to day management of these organizations as a whole can be challenging but what can be really difficult is trying to keep up the inventory of facilities. It’s not just registering the people who are interested; it’s having space for those people to play their given sport. If facilities become unavailable, it creates a real problem.

American Sports Builders Association: How is the membership of SSIA structured?

Galen Beers: Our membership has tiers based on the size of each business as measured by revenue. Larger businesses really fund the industry.

American Sports Builders Association: Do you have meetings?

Galen Beers: Yes, we have one meeting a year, the Sport and Social Industry Conference in February. It is presented in the U.S. one year and abroad the next. This year, it was held in Las Vegas. In 2026, it will be in Cancun.

American Sports Builders Association: Do you work with the national governing bodies?

Galen Beers: You know, we don’t really get involved with them right now. I would say we are open to partnerships. ★

HAS YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION CHANGED?

American Sports Builders Association: How are club owners responding to a shortage of facilities?

Need to update your address? Have you changed your e-mail or website?

Is there a new employee you’d like to list?

Galen Beers: We definitely live in a digital world and you have a lot of people who find it easier not to be active.

Galen Beers: Some have discovered it’s just easier to buy or lease an existing space; some have actually had facilities built from the ground up.

Please help ASBA keep its records updated by letting us know!

American Sports Builders Association: Which sports are the most popular nationwide among adults?

American Sports Builders Association: What else do your members say is a challenge?

Galen Beers: It varies by clubs, and by the locations of those clubs. Overall, though, I’d say that volleyball is at or near the top; there is also a lot of participation in soccer, softball, kickball, basketball, flag football and pickleball. Cornhole, bowling

Galen Beers: Again, it depends on the market but I’d say that climate drives a lot of frustration. Some markets are hardly ever rained out of a game but in some areas, it’s a constant concern.

American Sports Builders Association: Do you see any impediment to that growth?

This is the information that we will be using for ASBA’s Online Membership Directory – please make sure we have the most updated and accurate information.

To update any information, please contact info@sportsbuilders.org.

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Bringing Together The Sports Design And Construction Community The ASBA Technical Meeting & Trade Show will be held at the Grand Hyatt in San Antonio, Texas from December 2-5, 2025.

Professionals in the sports design and construction industry worldwide will gather for learning, networking and business development.

SESSIONS LIST

* = AIA/ASLA CEU Eligible All session/event names & times are subject to change

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3

Academy Quarter 4 Session (2025 Academy Registrants Only) Post-Tensioned Concrete Seminar: Design/ Construction/Maintenance of PT Concrete Courts (Optional Activity/Additional Cost)

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4

Concurrent Sessions 1 *1A Courts – New Approaches & Issues in Court Fences & Enclosures, Including Sound Barrier Alternatives (Intermediate) Speakers: Tom Hinding, RiteWay, LLC; Alex Levitsky, PE, Global Sports & Tennis Design Group, LLC

*1B Track – Design/Build Case Study: Texas A&M San Antonio (Intermediate) Speakers: Brian Binkowsk, Halff; Bobby Killion, Paragon Sports Constructors, LLC; James Kindred, Halff; Joe Martin, CFB-S, CTB, Paragon Sports Constructors, LLC; Stephen Sherman and Darnell Smith, Ph.D., Texas A&M University-San Antonio

*1C Fields – Turf – End of Life Analysis (Advanced) Speaker: Jeff Gentile, Firefly Sports Testing; Sean Hufnagel, HNP, LLC

*1D Indoor Sports Surfaces – The Future of Indoor Sports Surfaces: Realistic Sustainability (Intermediate) Speakers: Bo Barber, Ecore; Jeremy Baseman, Infinity Wood Floors/Aacer Flooring

1E General – Acquisition, Succession & Exit Strategy Speaker: David Pettit, Esq., Flora Pettit PC

Concurrent Sessions 2 *2A Courts – Padel Court Installation in the U.S. What to Know Before You Build (Intermediate) Speakers: Todd Dettor, Fast-Dry Courts, Inc. & 10-S Tennis Supply; Eric Loftus, Cape & Island Tennis & Track

*2B Track – Track Surface Repairs (Tips & Tricks) (Intermediate) Speakers: Kristoff Eldridge, CTB, Cape & Island Tennis & Track; Rick Hardin, STOCKMEIER Urethanes USA, Inc.; Aaron Pankoke, CTB, Track Surfaces Company *2C Fields – Fence and Netting Safety Requirements (Advanced) Speakers: Mark Baginski, LEED AP, RLA; Courtney

Rousseau, P.E., QSD; and Chris Sullivan, RLA, Verde Design, Inc.

*2D Indoor Sports Surfaces – It’s Not a Floor, It’s Equipment (Advanced) Speaker: Scott Irvine, Infinity Wood Floors/Aacer Flooring

2E General – Artificial Intelligence (Intermediate) Speaker: Pete Horan, Innovative Chemical Products, Inc.

Concurrent Sessions 3 *3A Courts – Ideal Performance & Maintenance of Clay (Advanced) Speaker: Ed Montecalvo, Har-Tru, LLC *3B Track – The Coach’s Perspective of a Well Designed Track (Intermediate) Speakers: Sean Hufnagel, PLA, ASLA, HNP, LLC; Craig Musselwhite and Todd Wiggins, CFB, CTB, Sport Turf Company, Inc.

3C Fields – CFB University (Exam Prep) (Beginner) Speakers: Daniel Benner, CFB-S, Baseline Sports Construction, LLC; Lee Narozanick, CFB, CTB, American Athletic Track and Turf

*3D Indoor Sports Surfaces – Best Practices in Sports Surface Maintenance and Equipment (Advanced) Speakers: Paul Berdusco, TEC Specialty Products; Jason Blake, Robbins Sports Surfaces; Brian Boggess, Tarkett Sports; Ron Loffredo, TEC Specialty Products

3E General – Game Over: The Economic Policy Outlook Explored Speaker: Tom Landstreet, Trusco Investment Management & NL3 Capital Partners

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Concurrent Sessions 4 *4A Courts – Restoration vs. Reconstruction (Beginner) Speakers: Nathan Holm, Holm Court, LLC; Jeff

McClure, Fast-Dry Courts, Inc. & 10-S Tennis Supply

*4B Track – Things to Know When Using Colored Rubber (Advanced) Speakers: Todd Fort; Jessica McManus; and James Townley, GEZOLAN (KRAIBURG), LP

*4C Fields – Temporary Grass Pitches Over Synthetic Turf: Successful Planning Strategies and Lessons Learned (Advanced) Speakers: Patrick Maguire, RLA, LEED AP, Activitas

Inc.; Silvio Mendez, Notre Dame; Mark Novak, RLA, Activitas Inc.; Michael Peters, CFB, Bush Sports Turf; Chad Price, CFB, Carolina Green Corp.

*4D Indoor Sports Surfaces – Site Conditions Requirement to Meet Specifications (Intermediate) Speakers: Nemo Cockrell, Nemo’s Hardwood Floors/ Baseline Sport Floor; Josh Rollins, Joe Rollins Hardwood Floors Inc.

4E General – Survey Technology in Sports Before, During and After (Intermediate) Speaker: Travis Patrow, Trimble

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Concurrent Sessions 5 *5A Courts – Surfacing Indoor Courts (Intermediate) Speakers: Wesley Baum, Advanced Polymer

Technology; Tracy Lynch, AT Sports ACRYTECH

*5B Track – Advanced Track Construction: Pole Vault and Steeplechase (Advanced) Speaker: Jim Catella, CFB, CTB, Clark Companies *5C Fields – Off-Site Visit - Case Study: Texas A&M at San Antonio (Intermediate) Speakers: William Chaffe; Joe Martin; and Doug

Morgan, Paragon Sports Constructors, LLC; Darnell Smith, Ph.D., Texas A&M University-San Antonio

*5D Indoor Sports Surfaces – Gamelines (Advanced) Speakers: Kolton Krolow, Western Sport Floors; Chad Mildram, Praters

5E General – The Champion’s Code: Building Relationships Through Life Lessons of Integrity and Accountability from the Sports World to the Business World Speaker: Ross Bernstein, Author and Inspirational Business Speaker

*6C Fields – Off-Site Visit - Case Study: Texas A&M at San Antonio (Intermediate) Speakers: William Chaffe, Paragon Sports

Constructors, LLC; Joe Martin, CFB-S, CTB, Paragon Sports Constructors, LLC; Doug Morgan, Paragon Sports Constructors, LLC; Darnell Smith, Ph.D., Texas A&M University-San Antonio

*6D Indoor Sports Surfaces – The Evolution of Pickleball in an Indoor Multi-Purpose Facility (Beginner) Speakers: Jay Henley, Covington Flooring Co., Inc.;

7B Track – CTB University (Exam Prep) (Beginner) Speakers: Sam Fisher, CTB and Josh Musser, CTB, Fisher Tracks, Inc.

*7C Fields – Case Study: Disaster Relief (Intermediate) Speaker: Jeff Bresee, P.E., CEI Engineering *7D Indoor Sports Surfaces – Trends in Fitness Flooring and Performance Weight Rooms (Beginner) Speaker: Miller Settlemeyer, SPEC Athletic, Inc.

Concurrent Sessions 6 Michael DiNatale, Herculan *6A Courts – The Impact of Cushion on the Sport and Your Body (Intermediate) 6E General – Wearing the C: Leadership Lessons 7E General – Growth in Use of Padding in Sport Speakers: Mike Gentile, Firefly Sports Testing; from the Greatest Captains and Coaches in Sports Speaker: Alex Levitsky, PE, Global Sports & Tennis Jonathon Morton, MAPEI Corp.

Design Group, LLC Speaker: Ross Bernstein, Author and Inspirational 6B Track – CTB University (Exam Prep) (Beginner) Speakers: Sam Fisher, CTB; and Josh Musser, CTB, Fisher Tracks, Inc.

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Concurrent Sessions 7 *7A Courts –Considerations for Color (Beginner) Speakers: Jeff Gearheart, SportMaster Sport Surfaces; Tom Magner, California Sports Surfaces

2025 Sponsor List DIAMOND Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. STOCKMEIER Urethanes USA, Inc. PLATINUM LSI Industries MAPEI Corp.

Musco Sports Lighting NGI Sports PICKLETILE GOLD C&M Surfacing LLC California Sports Surfaces Douglas Sports Dynaflex Sports Surfacing Ecore Frasure Reps Sports Lighting GEZOLAN (KRAIBURG), LP Jaypro Sports, LLC KDF - Kataskeves Dapedon LTD Melos GmbH

GOLD (Continued) NORDOT® Adhesives RiteWay, LLC SMG Machines Corporation SportMaster Sport Surfaces Sprinturf, LLC Unlimited Sports Solutions SILVER AFP Courts S.L. Ball Fabrics, Inc. Brock USA Facility Armor LLC Fieldturf USA, Inc. Putterman Athletics Tech-Con Systems BRONZE Advanced Polymer Technology, Corp.

Genan, Inc. InCord No Apologies LLC dbs. C&D Pickleball Nets

BRONZE (Continued) Nova Sports, USA Polysport Schmitz Foam Products LLC Sunbelt Sports GOLF TOURNAMENT Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC REGISTRATION KIOSK Melos GmbH TENNIS/PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT RiteWay, LLC SPORTING CLAYS OUTING Advanced Polymer Technology, Corp.

AT Sports Fred Kolkmann Tennis & Sport Surfaces, LLC HOTEL KEYCARD SportMaster Sport Surfaces

For the complete schedule, list of sponsors and exhibitors, and additional details about the Technical Meeting, visit: sportsbuilders.org/technicalmeeting Or scan the QR code!

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WHERE IN THE WORLD IS ASBA? As part of our continuing effort to promote ASBA as an industry resource in sports construction issues, ASBA has had/will have a presence at the following events.

SEPTEMBER - US Tennis Association ASBA was represented at the USTA/NRPA Parks Partner Summit in New York, NY on August 23-24; and the USTA Contractors Summit on August 25; both were held in conjunction with the US Open. ASBA was honored at the tournament, with its executive director, Fred Stringfellow, and incoming Chair, Megan Buczynski, coming to the court to take part in the official coin toss to begin opening rounds.

National Recreation & Parks Association ASBA had a presence as an exhibitor at this year’s NRPA Annual Conference in Orlando, FL, September 16-18.

The show had a record attendance of over 8,400!

OCTOBER - FSB ASBA had a presence as an exhibitor at this year’s FSB Tradeshow in Cologne, Germany on October 28-31.

DECEMBER - ASBA Technical Meeting ASBA’s members, leadership and staff will gather at the Grand Hyatt in San Antonio, TX for ASBA’s Technical Meeting and Tradeshow on December 2-5. Check www.sportsbuilders.org for detailed schedule information.

JANUARY - SFMA ASBA will be attending the annual SFMA Conference & Exhibition in Fort Worth, TX from January 18-22.

FEBRUARY - ASBA Winter Meeting Escape to Costa Rica for our 2026 Winter Meeting! From February 20–22, we’ll gather at the Los Suenos Marriott for a unique blend of business, learning and tropical inspiration.

MARCH - RacquetX ASBA will have a presence as an exhibitor at the 2026 RacquetX Event in Fort Lauderdale, FL on March 13-15.

Stop by our booth and say hello!

ASBA IN PRINT Where are ASBA’s Technical Articles Appearing?

ASBA publishes technical articles in a variety of publications across all divisions, using quotes from its members. Would you like to receive questions for an upcoming article? Contact technical writer, Mary Helen Sprecher, at maryhelen@sportsbuilders.org.

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Light-Bulb Moment – Parks & Rec Business, June 2025 Designing a Dog Park? Start Here – SportsField Management, June 2025 For the Win: Flag Football Gains Yardage in Parks and Rec – Parks & Rec Business, May 2025 Prepare for Padel – SportsField Management, May 2025 Eyes on the Ball – Lighting Design & Architecture (Illuminating Engineering Society) – May 2025 Good Neighbors: How Sports Facilities Can Service the Public AND Keep the Peace – Parks & Rec Business, April 2025 • Have a Project to Bid Out? Start Here, SportsField Management, September 2025 • Best Practices for Track and Court Maintenance, Coach & Athletic Director, September 2025 ★

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PLAYING BY THE RULES ASBA periodically recounts rule changes that may affect the way facilities are constructed, marked or appointed (including equipment that is either experimental, recommended or mandatory.)

Rule changes affecting athletes (uniforms, sportsmanship, transfer, NIL issues, etc.) or the game itself (what constitutes a foul, etc.) are not covered here.

Information presented here is only reviewed briefly; full information can be gained through the governing bodies mentioned.

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ding requirements in Rules 6-9-21 and 6-9-28. The addition of ‘above ground level’ clarifies that the padding requirement applies specifically to hard and unyielding surfaces that are elevated relative to the ground.

The National Federation of State High School Associations recently released a list of updated rules ahead of the 2026 boys’ high school lacrosse season.

One on-field equipment and game administration rule change is that cones are now required at the corners of the team areas (Rule 1-2-9).

This refinement is expected to help differentiate between surfaces that present a greater risk of impact during a fall (such as raised concrete, asphalt, wood or platform extensions) versus ground-level areas that may already be accounted for with landing system setup.

A complete listing of the boys’ lacrosse rules changes is available on the NFHS website at www.nfhs.org.

NFHS: Track & Field Effective with the 2026 season, the following rule changes will take effect: •

A change in the high jump and pole vault concerns the addition of “items above ground level” to pad-

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A change in Rule 3-2-3 gives the games committee the authority to determine the distance of takeoff boards in the horizontal jumps. As a result, the games committee can determine takeoff board placement in the long jump and triple jump aligning with its

existing role in setting starting heights for the high jump and pole vault.

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Two changes were made in Rule 9 regarding Indoor Track and Field.

In Rule 9-1-1, the 200-meter dash was approved as an option for the 300-meter dash in the official Order of Events. The committee noted the change provides states with greater flexibility to structure events based on facility size and supports broader participation.

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The other change in indoor track rules involves Rule 9-6-1, which establishes a uniform 20-meter exchange zone and creates a single standard for ease in officiating indoor relays.

A complete listing of track & field rule changes is available on the NFHS website at www.nfhs.org ★

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TRENDING TOPICS ASBA keeps an eye on subjects that are getting attention and that may affect those at the sports facility level. Here are a few of those.

Construction Begins on Youth Baseball Complex Near Field of Dreams Site After years of discussion and planning, construction of a youth baseball complex near the movie site for Kevin Costner’s 1989 “Field of Dreams” is finally underway.

The first phase of the facility is expected to have four diamonds, plus concessions and restroom buildings, with designs inspired by traditional Iowa corn cribs.

Hot Trend: Adaptive Reuse of Old Malls to Hold Fitness Facilities First came the “picklemalls,” where defunct big-box stores were turned into pickleball clubs, promoted by a variety of franchises. Those are proliferating nationwide, with companies like Pickleball Kingdom, PickleRage, Pickleball America, All-Stars Pickleball Club and other gobbling up unused and capitalizing on the popularity of the sport.

Now, get ready for the next wave: Fitness malls. Multiple health club franchises are

choosing to use space to create upscale gym and fitness experiences – including those with pools (some of those were rooftop pools). Proponents point to the fact that such venues already have parking, are accessible and contain restrooms.

MLB Speedway Classic Successfully Crosses Finish Line The MLB Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee set a new MLB regular-season attendance record with 91,032 fans with a game between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds.

While the facility has a 150,000-seat capacity, ticket sales for the August event were capped around 90,000 due to visibility concerns from some sections, though the final attendance surpassed the prior record of 84,587 from 1954.

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FIFA Comment on Covered Stadiums for World Cup Draws Heat After this past summer’s FIFA Club World Cup, which was staged in the USA amid record high temperatures, FIFA’s president, Gianni Infantino remarked that for the 2026 World Cup, covered stadiums would be used to host many of the day matches.

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Act Global Announces New Practice Field at FSU Act Global has completed building a state-of-the-art football field for Florida State University at the Dunlap Football Center. The Xtreme Turf system was selected by the university after a stringent evaluation process that focused on the highest levels of player safety and performance to support the football program’s year-round training.

The synthetic turf field is designed to address head impact, traction and surface stability to reduce injury risk while maintaining consistent footing and energy return. Early feedback from coaches and players has been favorable, with staff noting the surface performed consistently alongside the program’s natural grass fields.

install 11 new CushionX pickleball courts.

While AT Sports is headquartered in the United States, this project reflects the company’s growing international footprint. From neighborhood courts to major indoor conversions, AT Sports continues to deliver innovative solutions that bring pickleball to players worldwide.

GEZOFLEX eco receives USDA Certified Biobased Product label GEZOLAN has reached another milestone in sustainability: The EPDM granules GEZOFLEX eco have been officially certified as a USDA Certified Biobased Product by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).

London Debut: AT Sports also supplied a RollX Court for the prestigious Lotto Pickleball Event in London. This milestone allowed international athletes and spectators to experience firsthand the quality and performance of AT Sports’ court systems.

The USDA BioPreferred® Program promotes the use of sustainable resources through mandatory federal procurement rules and voluntary product certification, helping consumers and businesses identify biobased products.

Looking Ahead: These milestones mark the beginning of AT Sports’ broader global vision, highlighting a long-term commitment to supporting sports in communities worldwide. ★

As the world’s first sustainable EPDM granules, GEZOFLEX eco overall consists of more than 90% sustainable raw materials. Within the USDA BioPreferred® Program, the material has been tested for its purely biobased raw material content.

The independent testing confirmed that the EPDM granules contain 34% USDA certified biobased content, far beyond the 22% requirement for the product category of “Playground and Athletic Surface Materials.”

The updated field also features a bold garnet end zone, a design detail that has drawn attention from fans and FSU-focused media outlets. Already in use, the new field is expected to be a key training space for the Seminoles as they compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) in the seasons ahead. ★

AT Sports Accelerates Global Expansion with Key International Milestones Over the past year, AT Sports has taken important steps to showcase its products and expand its global presence.

International Representation: AT Sports recently welcomed Emma Wells as a Brand Ambassador. Based in the UK, Emma is the nation’s largest female tennis parks operator and the first international female Director of the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), where she leads the UK office.

She will play a key role in representing AT Sports across Europe and within the global sports community.

Canadian Market Entry: In Ontario, AT Sports partnered with Fairgrounds Club to

Bakko Announces Customizable Tennis Rebound Walls Illustrated is Bakko’s ability to customize backboards to customers’ needs to include colors, sizes and logos/decals.

Bakko is the oldest and leading manufacturer of tennis rebound walls and has been manufacturing backboards for almost 50 years. ★

Compared to conventional EPDM granules which usually contain less than 1% biobased raw materials, GEZOFLEX eco demonstrates a clear sustainability advantage and is entitled to bear the respected USDA label.

By earning USDA certification, GEZOLAN provides verified proof of proportion of the renewable, biobased raw materials raw material content, and offers transparent guidance for customers seeking sustainable sports and leisure flooring solutions, while sending a clear signal against greenwashing. ★

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H.E. Hodge Company Completes One Of World’s Largest Pickleball Facilities H.E. Hodge Company is proud to announce its role in the successful completion of Rhythm & Rally, one of the world’s largest pickleball facilities to date. Located inside the Macon Mall in Macon, Georgia, this state-of-the-art complex spans 150,000 square feet and features 32 indoor courts, with 16 on the main level and 16 upstairs.

Designed to set a new benchmark for indoor recreation, Rhythm & Rally offers a premier destination for athletes, families and pickleball enthusiasts from across the Southeast. The venue’s modern design, professional-grade courts and welcoming atmosphere make it a hub for leagues, tournaments and community events.

H.E. Hodge Company is honored to have been part of this groundbreaking project, providing the development of 32 indoor courts and custom wall pads. This milestone reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to creating innovative, high-quality sports environments that bring people together and elevate the player experience.

H.E. Hodge Company is proud to showcase its work on this landmark facility and looks forward to seeing Rhythm & Rally

provide a safe and durable playing surface for inline hockey enthusiasts of all ages.

With these installations, Mateflex reaffirms its commitment to delivering top-quality sports flooring solutions that foster community engagement, encourage active lifestyles and grow the game of hockey.

inspire the growth of pickleball for years to come. ★

Mateflex Brings New Inline Hockey Rinks to Loudoun County, Virginia Mateflex, an industry leading manufacturer of modular sports flooring, is excited to announce another successful inline hockey rink installation with the County of Loudoun in Virginia.

The consistent collaboration with the County of Loudoun has brought significant visibility to the inline hockey community in the area, highlighting the importance of accessible sports facilities. These new rinks will offer a valuable community asset, continuing to foster the growth of local hockey interest.

Mateflex is proud to contribute to the development of sports infrastructure in Loudoun County and looks forward to continuing its partnership with the Washington Capitals. ★

This project, an ongoing effort aimed at both enhancing local recreational facilities and further driving local interest in hockey, is the third rink that has been installed in conjunction with the county and was made possible through a dynamic partnership with the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League.

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Quality Court Industries Announces New Pickleball Facility in Alabama Recently, Quality Court Industries, LLC (QCI) built eight new outdoor post-tension pickleball courts at Benjamin Lake Club at Lake Martin, Alexander City, Alabama.

QCI provided extensive turnkey service, including the post tension slabs construction, installation of the acrylics surfacing system and striping, LED Court Lighting and court accessories.

This fantastic venue now provides premium pickleball play opportunities for those interested in participating in the fastest growing sport in America. ★

This groundbreaking project was unveiled at the start of the 2025 football season, where fans experienced a dramatic lightshow that shifted seamlessly from traditional white lighting to Texas A&M’s iconic maroon. The reveal not only energized a record-breaking crowd but also demonstrated what many in the industry had considered technically impossible in a stadium of this scale.

By combining high-output LED performance with color flexibility in a single fixture, Sportsbeams helped Texas A&M elevate both game-day atmosphere and broadcast presentation. This installation marks another step in the company’s mission to redefine what is possible in sports venue lighting.

Kyle Field, the sixth-largest stadium in the world, is now the largest venue worldwide to feature a complete full-color sports lighting system. ★

Sportsbeams Lighting Brings Full-Color Stadium Lights to the SEC Sportsbeams Lighting, Inc. is proud to announce its latest milestone: the successful upgrade of Kyle Field at Texas A&M University to become the first stadium in both the SEC and NCAA with full-color sports lighting capabilities.

Sportsfield Specialties Announces Partnership with RSPA Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. (SSI), the nation’s leading manufacturer of premium padel courts, is proud to announce a partnership with the Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA), making SSI the exclusive padel construction equipment company of RSPA. As an exclusive partner, SSI will receive official recognition from the RSPA, including marketing and promotional support, online visibility and direct referrals for their members.

This partnership offers SSI’s unwavering expertise and full-service capabilities directly to RSPA members, offering them access to high-quality padel courts made entirely in the United States.

“What truly sets Sportsfield Specialties apart is our decades of sports construction experience combined with a turnkey, full-service approach, all backed by a trusted name in the industry,” said SSI Padel National Sales Manager Sam Markle.

SSI courts are also endorsed by the United States Padel Association (USPA) for their incredible engineering and workmanship.

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“Our mission is to equip racquet sports professionals through innovation, integrity and opportunity and this partnership with SSI will bring us one step forward,” said RSPA CEO Brian Dillman.

repels water, enabling this system to resist water damage and extend the lifetime of the track. ★

Together, RSPA and SSI aim to elevate the padel experience for professionals and their facilities across the nation, setting new standards for the sport in service, quality and innovation. ★

The product is available in two distinct finishes: PureVerde, a vibrant green ideal for clean turf aesthetics and GoldenVerde, a natural blend that complements turf with thatch. Crystal Bright™ offers installers and specifiers a reliable solution backed by years of expertise.

Sportworks Design Grows Its Roster of Design Professionals Sportworks Design, a division of The Kleingers Group, welcomes two new additions to their roster: Jaxon Jaggers as Assistant Project Manager and Zach Ruschell as Graduate Civil Engineer.

Sports Turf Company Announces Completion of Track & Field Project Sports Turf Company has completed Lowndes High School’s practice field and track renovation. This is the fourth Lowndes County Schools project completed

by Sports Turf in four years.

In late 2021 and early 2022, Sports Turf completed the artificial turf renovation of Lowndes High School’s baseball and softball fields. In 2023, Sports Turf completed the renovation of Martin Stadium and the construction of the indoor facility field.

Sports Turf renovated the existing practice field into an artificial turf system that excels in safety, durability and performance. The new surface features AstroTurf’s RootZone 3D Blend HD system, Brock Powerbase YSR shock pad and organic BrockFILL infill. BrockFILL is the latest in organic infills and is sustainably grown and harvested in Georgia.

In addition, the existing track was rebuilt to feature Rekortan’s G13 Fast Track System.

The track is now able to accommodate larger track meets with two long jump/ triple jump runways, two pole vaults and a larger high jump pad.

Jaxon Jaggers brings four years of civil engineering experience specializing in athletic facility development. A University of Kentucky graduate and American Sports Builders Association member, he focuses on site development and stormwater solutions. His notable projects include Purcell Marian High School’s Staubach Stadium, a 2024 ASBA award winner, and Moeller High School’s Kremchek Baseball Stadium.

Zach Ruschell is a recent Ohio Northern University engineering graduate. As a civil engineer, he focuses on site layouts, utilities and grading for athletic projects.

His experience as a former collegiate baseball player provides valuable athlete insight that enhances facility functionality and user needs.

“Jaxon and Zach are already contributing to our diverse portfolio of Sportworks projects from local parks to collegiate-level athletic facilities,” said Kayleigh Hammond, Group Leader of Sportworks Design.

“Their expertise and passion strengthen our ability to deliver exceptional sports facilities.” ★

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Zaino Beynon Sports Celebrates Company, Personnel Anniversaries Zaino Beynon Sports, a Tarkett Company, recently celebrated 40 years in business.

Zaino Tennis, which became part of the Beynon Tarkett Sport Company in 2022, now has offices both in Orange, California and Fresno, California.

These two offices now have more than 70 employees and serve all five western states: California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada and Arizona.

Also celebrating an anniversary overseeing both those offices is Karol Fair, who brings 35 years in the track and tennis industry to her old-school work ethics.

She is tasked with oversight on a daily and weekly basis of the sales, operations and office management of the company, from project management, weekly reporting and meetings, employee and subcontract reporting, to helping create custom, oneof-a-kind, award-winning projects.

Zaino Beynon Sports is proud to celebrate these anniversaries and looks forward to continuing to serve its customers with the dedication and excellence the industry has come to expect. ★

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