SPECTO® Withstands Tornado Winds

SPECTO® Fence at Adventure Sports & Entertainment in Jackson, New Jersey, Withstood Tornado Winds When your outdoor sporting facility calls for durable fencing, few solutions come close to the sheer strength of SPECTO® Fencing Systems from Grand Slam Safety. Adventure Sports & Entertainment based in Jackson, New Jersey, noticed how tenacious our fencing products can be when the unexpected rolls through — in this case, tornado winds. What Happened? A tornado swept through Ocea

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What Size of Outfield Fence Do I Need?

Different divisions and leagues may require varying field dimensions, which directly influences the size of the outfield fence you need....

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Indoor Pickleball Court Dimensions

Indoor pickleball leagues seem to grow more popular each year. Teams across the country enjoy this high-speed game, which has some...

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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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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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Top Tips to Improve Batting in Baseball

Every player knows the frustration of stepping up to the plate, only to watch the ball fly past again and again. Solid batting is more than luck — it's about learning the fundamentals, building muscle memory and practicing in the right environment. We've given this a lot of thought and chosen four of our top tips to help you improve your batting technique. Grand Slam Safety is your trusted source for baseball expertise and premium batting cages and equipment to create that en

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