The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) announced the publication of its inaugural Padel Courts: Installation and Maintenance Manual.
The book is available for purchase on the association’s website for $39.95, in both hard copy and electronic format (https://sportsbuilders.org/page/OnlineStore).
“Padel is one of the fastest-growing sports worldwide and its entry into the U.S. market has awakened a need for solid technical information,” said Randy Resley, chairman of ASBA. “ASBA continues to offer the best content and to build on its record of success in providing excellent publications that serve every sector of the sports industry.”
The new manual, written by an editorial committee that included representation from the United States Padel Association, as well as builders and suppliers in the industry, covers padel court dimensions, planning and design, base construction, maintenance, discussion of the installation of court kits, indoor and outdoor facilities, amenities and accessories, lighting and a wealth of information on industry sources, including professional organizations, trade publications and organizations of teaching professionals.
In addition to offering comprehensive information, the manual is illustrated with photos and detailed diagrams.
The goal of the publication is to provide readers with the facts they need to make informed decisions on issues such as contractor selection, court placement, wind and soil considerations and other factors — and to avoid having them try to source unverified information.
Interest in the sport of padel has grown rapidly, prompting ASBA to include an educational session, “Padel Court Installation in the U.S. and What to Know Before You Build,” in its upcoming Technical Meeting, to be held December 2-5, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio.
David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium has served as the heart of Jayhawks football for more than a century. Opened in 1921 as a living memorial to the University of Kansas (KU) students and alumni who gave their lives during World
War I, it is one of the nation’s oldest college football venues.
Now the stadium is undergoing a new era of transformation. Renovations are reimagining the fan experience with updated seating, enhanced accessibility and modern design elements.
To bring that vision to life, Sightline Commercial Solutions delivered more than 17,000 linear feet of railing in a wide range of styles. Woven mesh infill adds a distinctive architectural statement to the custom VIP stairs, while anodized aluminum finishes in the bowl and brown-bronze powder coating in the back-of-house areas ensure design cohesion and durability. By incorporating SC Pro Risers, the stadium gains a flexible, demountable platform system that supports a variety of seating and event configurations. At the entry points, custom sunshade canopies now welcome fans and staff with protection and comfort.
The reconfigured seating bowl now places suites up to 80 feet closer to the field, while individual seats gain 50 percent more space and legroom. New wheat-stalk-inspired lighting poles further connect the stadium’s refreshed look to its Kansas roots.