Dek hockey is a variation of ice hockey and is also known as gym hockey or street hockey. Dek hockey is played wearing shoes rather than skates and uses a ball rather than a puck. It consists of three 15-minute periods of play with a 3-minute intermission provided between each period. Dek hockey began in … Continue reading “What is Dek Hockey?”
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Summer is the season for having fun outside, and what better way to do that than to play sports! At Sport Court of Pittsburgh, we’ve put together a guide to the best summer sports for kids that can be enjoyed on backyard sport courts. Basketball Basketball is a fun and versatile game for children of … Continue reading “Best Summer Sports for Kids”
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When playing sports like basketball or exercising on a court, you risk falling down. If you have a concrete court, the impact of the fall could result in serious injuries. With the popularity of sports like basketball still growing, you are likely to encounter a basketball court at homes, leisure centers, community centers, schools, and … Continue reading “Concrete Vs. Sport Court Flooring”
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If you’ve been considering getting a sport court for your home, you may be wondering how long the sport court materials actually last. Depending on the materials that you use and how often you use the sport court. What to do If You Have a Concrete or Asphalt Court Before playing on your asphalt or … Continue reading “How Long will My Sport Court Last?”
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If you are thinking about getting a Sport Court for your backyard, it’s important to understand the preparation that goes into installing a Sport Court. Can My Sport Court Be Installed Over Grass? Unfortunately, we don’t recommend installing a Sport Court over dirt or grass since they do not provide a flat enough surface … Continue reading “Prepping Yard for a Backyard Court “
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Whether you want to train more often or are looking for a fun way to enjoy your favorite sport with friends and family, a sport court is a great addition to your home! With our high-performance, multi-sport courts, you can create a gym floor in your backyard that meets your needs and accommodates the space … Continue reading “What Are the Dimensions of a Sport Court?”
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Before playing any sports or participating in exercise activities, it is essential to warm up to prevent injury and help you get mentally prepared for the game. Whether you are a beginner tennis player looking for warmup exercises or are a seasoned player looking for a way to change up our warmup, Sport Court of … Continue reading “Tennis Warm-Up Exercises”
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Having a home sport court comes with various perks. From having a place for family fun to having an area where you can practice your skills or get in shape, a home sport court adds enjoyment and value to your home. From tennis and basketball to pickleball and batting cages, there are endless possibilities for … Continue reading “Is My Yard Big Enough for a Sport Court?”
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Practice makes perfect is a phrase every athlete has heard from a coach or a parent. While you may have excellent shooting skills, you also need to build your endurance on the court. This is where conditioning drills come in. These basic drills will help you up your endurance with jumping and running and help … Continue reading “Improve Your Basketball Skills with these Drills”
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Before installing your sport court or completing other landscaping and hardscaping projects, you may have to grade your land. Land grading means to level the surface. When we grade your land, we take dirt from the higher areas and move it to the lower areas to help create a level surface that will serve as … Continue reading “An Explanation to Land Grading”
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