Indoor Multi-Sport Facility Design & Installation in Lebanon, IN

Card & Associates brought us in early to design SPECTO® fencing, VISTA divider curtains, a batting cage shell, and canopy netting for Farmer's Bank Fieldhouse in Lebanon, IN.

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New padding rules for NCAA softball and baseball fences.

New Rules for NCAA Softball and Baseball Fences

Learn about the new rules for NCAA softball fences, the general recommendations for NCAA baseball fences and other recent rule updates for both games.

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The Rise of Pickleball — Why It's the Fastest-Growing Sport in America

For years, pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in the United States. With over 19.8 million participants in 2024, it's surging in popularity from community courts to major tournaments. Learn why it's popular, what's driving the sport's growth and how to sustain the momentum by creating safe, accessible spaces to play. Why Is Pickleball Popular? Pickleball is popular because it's accessible to players of all ages and skill levels, low-impact enough for older adults,

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Is Your Indoor Turf Space Only Good for One Thing? Here's How to Change That

If you run a facility built around a bank of batting cages, that layout probably works well for baseball and softball training. But outside those booked hours, your turf might sit idle — and every empty practice slot represents programming you can't offer and revenue you're not generating. Youth soccer teams, lacrosse clinics, flag football leagues and open field rentals all need indoor turf field space, but a single-purpose layout makes it difficult to serve them without dis

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New Rules for NCAA Softball and Baseball Fences

Learn about the new rules for NCAA softball fences, the general recommendations for NCAA baseball fences and other recent rule updates for both games.

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The Rise of Pickleball — Why It's the Fastest-Growing Sport in America

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Pickleball Court Maintenance — Keeping Your Facility in Top Shape

Pickleball grew by more than 58% in popularity between 2022 and 2023 across all age groups, and the trend shows no signs of slowing down. While this sport holds promising potential for current and aspiring facility managers, more play hours will increase wear on courts. It's your responsibility to extend their appearance and appeal by keeping them in top condition. This article is for anyone who needs help crafting a comprehensive pickleball court maintenance plan. We'll hel

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The Health Benefits of Playing Pickleball

Pickleball is a sport that's quickly gaining popularity among various age groups in America. An estimated 48.3 million U.S. adults have played the game at least once. It's an inclusive sport that first appealed to older adults, but is now being adopted by younger demographics — and it's easy to see why. The benefits of playing pickleball can be categorized into three core areas — physical, mental and social health. Players, regardless of their age, can experience them. These

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