Nothing kills the backyard hoop dreams faster than realizing your adjustment handle is now in a wrestling match with the fence. It’s one of those sneaky little issues that doesn’t show up on a court layout… until it does. And suddenly, that premium adjustable hoop you picked out? It’s now locked in place because you…
Bad Bounce Ruining Your Game? Here’s What’s Happening. If your pickleball court isn’t playing like it used to, the culprit is likely dirt, dust, or debris sneaking under your surface. We recently visited a court in Wimberley where caliche dust buildup from a nearby hillside was causing dead ball bounce. When soft dirt gets trapped…
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“Can You Install a New Gym Floor Over an Existing One?” This is one of the most common questions we get from schools and indoor facilities. In many cases—yes, we can. And it might be the smartest move you can make. Summit Christian Academy found the answer and loves the results. The Problem: A Worn-Out…
Choosing the right gym flooring is about more than just cost—it’s about safety, durability, playability, and long-term value. Whether you’re designing a school gym, rec center, or training facility, the surface beneath your feet plays a major role in injury prevention, maintenance costs, and the overall function of your space. At Sport Court of Austin,…
If you’re planning to build a backyard sport court, one of the biggest factors that will impact cost, complexity, and long-term durability is what’s beneath the surface. Your backyard might seem flat, but even small slopes can require extensive excavation and site preparation before concrete can be poured. In this guide, we’ll break down:✔ Why…
Avoid Costly Mistakes Not all concrete is created equal—especially when it comes to building a high-performance backyard game court. One of the biggest challenges in court construction is preventing cracks, and the best way to do that is with post-tension concrete. Recently, we ran into an issue on a project that perfectly illustrates why attention…
A multi-sport net adjustment system is one of the most versatile additions you can make to a backyard game court. Instead of being locked into a single sport, this system allows you to easily adjust the net height for volleyball, pickleball, tennis, badminton, and more—all in just a few minutes. One of the most common…
If you’re designing a multi-sport backyard court, you might be wondering if a batting cage is worth adding. Many families assume they don’t have the space or that a batting cage will be difficult to manage, but with the right setup, it can be a seamless addition that takes up no extra room when not…
A Backyard Upgrade That Keeps Your Family Active and Connected Picture your kids outside, shooting hoops as the sun sets, playing a friendly game of pickleball, or riding their bikes on a smooth, safe surface. A backyard game court isn’t just another home improvement—it’s a space designed for movement, connection, and lasting memories. For over…
Finding space for sports in a dense urban setting is no easy feat—especially when your school sits in the heart of downtown Austin, right next to the University of Texas. But when St. Austin’s Catholic Parish needed to transform their fourth and sixth-floor rooftops into fully functional P.E. spaces, they came to us with a…
DIY Concrete Might Seem Like a Good Idea—Until It’s Not We get it. You want to save money. Who wouldn’t? Concrete is one of the biggest costs in building a backyard court, and it’s tempting to cut corners by handling the pour yourself, hiring a general contractor, or trusting that one friend who “knows a…
When it comes to building a great pickleball court, having the right fencing is just as important as choosing the right surface. Fencing helps keep the game contained, prevents balls from rolling away, and—most importantly—ensures player safety. So, what’s the best option for your court? Let’s break it down. The Benefits of Polypropylene Mesh Fencing…
