TENNIS COURT CONSTRUCTION

Tennis Court

In the construction of a tennis court, great emphasis is placed on shaping the playing surface, which is essential for the proper bounce of the ball as well as for the shock-absorption protection of athletes. The company Sport Solutions handles all stages, from site preparation to the final surfacing of the playing area and the installation of sports equipment, ensuring a tennis court built to high standards and fully compliant with all strict specifications that guarantee a quality and safe game for professional athletes as well as players of all levels.

Site Preparation

The first stage in building a tennis court is finding a suitable location and preparing the surface so that, with the necessary adjustments, it becomes smooth and suitable to receive the type of court chosen in the second stage. Consideration must be given not only to the smoothness of the ground but also to having enough space to accommodate the court. The playing area of a tennis court measures 23.77 meters in length and 10.97 meters in width, but the court itself requires much larger dimensions, as additional space around the perimeter is necessary. The minimum allowable dimensions according to the International Tennis Federation are 36.57 meters in length and 18.27 meters in width. Finally, the orientation of the court should also be taken into account, ideally aligning the lengthwise axes north-south.

Construction of the Playing Surface

Next, the type of surface to be installed is selected. There are three main options for tennis courts:

Clay Surface: This is an expensive method with high prestige but also high maintenance requirements. The clay used comes from crushed bricks and tiles. It provides a comfortable and technical style of play, commonly seen in international tournaments such as Roland Garros in Paris. A key characteristic of clay courts is that the ball slows down, resulting in longer rallies. However, it is the most expensive option, as multiple layers of materials are required for proper drainage, moisture control, and surface uniformity. Maintenance is also demanding and costly, as the clay must be constantly watered, leveled, and replenished.

Grass Surface: Grass courts, also known as carpet, are the most common choice, especially in amateur tennis clubs, because of their many advantages. They provide high shock-absorption protection similar to clay. Maintenance is minimal, mainly involving the removal and replacement of sand, as well as replacing the turf when needed. Grass courts have a long lifespan and are highly durable even with many hours of daily play. In terms of play, synthetic grass courts have a low ball bounce, meaning points are generally shorter.

Greenset: Hard courts usually consist of layers of synthetic resin and silica on concrete or asphalt. They are a cost-effective option that has improved significantly in recent years. Older methods provided limited shock absorption, but new techniques using shock-absorbing rolls and rubber have greatly improved this. The main advantages of acrylic courts, aside from low cost, are minimal maintenance, high elasticity, and a non-slip surface. The ball travels at high speed on these courts (hence the name “quick” courts), making matches fast-paced and exciting. The US Open and Australian Open are the most famous tournaments played on Greenset courts.

Final Works

After preparing the site and laying the playing surface material, the final tasks are completed, including installing the net, marking the lines, lighting the court, and fencing.

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