TIGERTURF
BOSTON TENNIS CLUB, EAST MIDLANDS
“The existing hard surface served us
well for many years but had nearly
reached the end of its life.” says Frank.
Game, set, match!
Suitable for players of all levels of
experience, from the most advanced
Frank continues: “We coach absolute
beginners, all the way through to
advanced players who have even
represented Great Britain, so needed
“We therefore made the decision that it to the very beginner, Advantage Pro is was time to replace the courts and we a sand dressed artificial grass which began to look at the options available reduces ball bounce, offers consistent on the market.” play and is soft underfoot. The surface “We spent time searching and
has been tested to International completed thorough testing to make
Tennis Federation (ITF) standards, sure we made the right decision
and has a unique yarn which has been and we are really pleased with the
specifically designed so that it doesn’t choice we made. The feedback from
shine when wet, or under floodlights, members has been really positive and
keeping the courts in use no matter the Advantage Pro courts are proving
the weather. Thanks to its structure, extremely popular, as we expected.”
As part of the search, the committee
visited several clubs around the
country and tested a number of courts,
but one surface in particular stood out.
“It was a clear winner, and the
decision was easy,” says Frank.
TigerTurf’s Advantage Pro surface was
chosen, and Fosse Contracts Ltd were
brought in to carry out the installation
in April 2018.
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enjoyed by all.
this all-round surface is also extremely
durable and retains its shape, even
after heavy use – meaning it is perfect
for long rallies and clubs with high
footfall like Boston Tennis Club.
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something that could be used and
For more information on TigerTurf’s
range of artificial grass sports
surfaces, visit www.tigerturf.co.uk