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naming rights
January 14, 2025

Considerations for natural grass and turf surfaces

There are plenty of choices to be made when putting in a field but one of the first is whether that field will have a natural grass or a synthetic turf surface.  To be clear: There is no right choice or wrong choice; there is only the choice that...


sustainable
November 18, 2024

What’s trending in athletic facilities?

While the dictionary definition of evolution might not necessarily relate to sports facilities, recent advancements are generating serious buzz. Here’s a rundown. Technology: For decades, the electrical needs for sports facilities were focused o...


October 21, 2024

WVSU awarded funds for new track and field complex

West Virginia State University (WVSU) has been awarded $250,000 by the Kanawha County Commission to help build a new track and field complex at the university. The funding comes from American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds and was approved by the commiss...


north carolina
September 30, 2024

North Carolina high school fields flood one year after football stadium reopens

A North Carolina high school has not been able to catch a break when it comes to extreme weather situations. Pisgah High School had its football stadium destroyed by a flood in 2021, reopening in 2023. Now, in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, ju...


florida a&m
September 30, 2024

Florida A&M athletic facilities in good shape following Hurricane Helene

With many communities in the southeastern part of the country mourning in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Florida A&M University's athletic facilities "appear to be in decent shape" according to university officials. A recent story from MSN...


branding
September 18, 2024

Key strategies for branding high school and collegiate athletic facilities

Branding athletic facilities at the high school and collegiate levels is a strategic endeavor that significantly impacts the perception and success of educational institutions.  From gymnasiums and stadiums to training centers and sports complexe...


maintenance
September 18, 2024

Creating a winning maintenance routine for your basketball courts

Consider this: In many schools, the floor that hosts basketball often holds practices and games for volleyball as well as intramural action. It might even be where exercise classes are held. That’s one hard-working facility. If, however, bask...


air force
September 11, 2024

Air Force unveils new Kucera Legacy Center

The Air Force Academy hosted a ribbon cutting on Friday, Sept. 6, at the Kucera Legacy Center. Jack and Vianne Kucera were joined by Air Force Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind, Air Force Association of Graduates and Air Force Academy ...