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🌱 Turf performance starts with research.

Colin Young from TenCate highlighted new turf surface insights at the 2026 ISEA Conference — focusing on how data, testing, and surface design can support safer, better-performing fields.

For facility planners, the takeaway is simple:

The surface choice matters.
So does the science behind it.

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https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/knowledge/news/tencate-highlights-turf-surface-research-at-2026-isea-conference/

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🏟️ A fresh take on sports facility construction.

In this interview, Alexis Curtenaz from SMC2 North America explains how timber and tensile fabric structures are changing the way sports venues are built.

Natural light. Better atmosphere. Efficient construction. A less industrial feel.

For planners, it’s a useful look at how design choices can shape both performance and user experience.

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https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/knowledge/news/smc2-timber-tensile-fabric-sports-facility-construction/

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https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/cost-calculators/

📋 Building a sports facility? Start with the business plan.

A strong plan helps you answer the big questions early:

✅ Who will use the facility?
✅ What will it cost to build and operate?
✅ How will it generate revenue?
✅ What risks need to be planned for?

Whether it’s a field, court, complex, or training center — the numbers matter before the build starts.

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https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/knowledge/sports-facility-development/sports-facility-business-plan/

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https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/cost-calculators/

💡 How long should sports field lighting last?

It depends on the system, usage, maintenance, and environment.

LED sports lighting is built for durability — but lifespan is not just about the fixture.
It’s also about planning, installation quality, controls, and long-term upkeep.

For facility planners, the big takeaway:

Don’t only compare upfront costs.
Compare performance over time.

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https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/knowledge/led-sports-lighting/sports-field-lighting-lifespan-and-durability/

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https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/cost-calculators/

🏀 Big stage. Big flooring moment.

Robbins Sports Surfaces supplied the courts for all four 2026 NBA Conference Finalists.

That’s a strong signal for facility planners:

Court systems matter at every level — from pro arenas to school gyms and community facilities.

Performance. Safety. Durability. Long-term value.

The right surface does more than complete the venue.
It supports the game.

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https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/knowledge/news/robbins-sports-surfaces-supplies-flooring-for-all-four-2026-nba-conference-finalists/

Planning a court project? Estimate costs here 🔧
https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/cost-calculators/

🏓 Pickleball keeps raising the bar.

America Sports Construction has partnered with pro pickleballer Kate Fahey to support smarter court development.

It’s a strong reminder for facility planners:

A great court is not just about lines and surfacing.
It’s about playability, safety, durability, and the athlete experience.

As demand for pickleball grows, expert input matters more than ever.

Read the full story 👇
https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/knowledge/news/america-sports-construction-partners-with-pro-pickleballer-kate-fahey-to-advance-court-development/

Planning a pickleball court project? Estimate costs here 🔧
https://sportsvenuecalculator.com/cost-calculators/