subject: Increasing Standards In Sports Playing Surfaces [print this page] For the last two decades, sport has become a major industry. Across many different events, more and more people are getting into sports and watching events. Because of the increasing patronization and attention over sports, there is more emphasis on building sporting facilities. These days, construction of different sports facilities like soccer turf, football turf and similar playing grounds has reached a whole new level. As the nature of sports change so does the structures catering to them.
Drivers for Increased Sports Standards
From gym flooring to synthetic tennis courts, standards for many different aspects of sports have been constantly changing. Some of the drivers for the constant change in sports standards include:
improved professionalism with considerable benefit for players or athletes who become part of the elite
increased media coverage and exposure
increased sponsorship
constant changes in technology including advancement of sports knowledge and technology
increased attention and emphasis on player safety
It is important for international and first class sports venues to follow these standards including regulations on sports ground surfaces. Several governing bodies distribute copies of the regulations to make sure that sporting venues and associations are following the rules. Due to the impact of sports surfaces, many facilities, venues and organizations are working to provide higher quality sports surfaces.
Management of Sports Facilities
Aside from the stringent rules on playing surfaces such as soccer turf and football turf, the demand for a particular venue also increases if the facilities offer better and higher quality amenities. The better the facilities, the higher the chances of the sporting event to be hosted there. Ground management authorities along with the local government and sporting associations are working constantly and are under immense pressure to provide an environment that not only sustains the level of playing but also increases participation this also applies to the number of people watching the event. Depending on the demand of the sports event and the people watching it, sports venues may seek to change or add features to the facility.
