Why You Should Choose an ASBA Certified Builder for Your Next Sports Construction Project
When researching your next sports construction project, you’ll find plenty of companies that can build it. But do they have the pedigree, experience, and certification from reputable organizations to back it up? Whether it’s for a tennis court construction, pickleball court construction, or any other athletic facility project, selecting the right builder is crucial to […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Court Maintenance During Winter
Even though winter is upon us, knowing how to take care of your court’s surfaces is important so you can still have that peak performance playing surface we left you with. Unless your court is indoors, winter cycles can heavily affect your surface and potentially, playability. Check out the tips below for ways to increase […]
What Goes Into Tennis Court Construction?
Around 87 million people around the world play tennis, but have you ever wondered what it takes to build a tennis court? Tennis courts have been around for centuries. However, tennis court construction has changed substantially over the years. Today it involves careful planning and various other factors. Our guide provides all the information you […]
How to Build a Tennis Court
If you’ve been thinking about building a tennis court in your backyard, there’s a lot to consider. Let’s break down the steps so that the end result is what you expect. Planning Before You Build First thing’s first. Can you actually build a tennis court in your backyard? Start by checking the HOA and zoning […]
What Is Tennis Court Resurfacing? Do You Need It?
There’s nothing quite like playing on a pristine tennis court, but over time, even the best maintained courts lose their bounce and become cracked. While you may need to replace the tennis court at some point, you can get more life out of your tennis court by resurfacing it every three to five years. Here’s […]
A Complete Guide to Tennis Court Maintenance
Proper tennis court construction and maintenance are essential to a quality playing surface. When regularly maintained, tennis courts will give you more return on your investment, be safer to use, and provide a more enjoyable playing experience. However, not all tennis courts are the same in their maintenance requirements. Here is what you need to […]
It’s Time to Schedule Your Tennis Court Maintenance!
It’s not too late to start on tennis court construction either. Springtime in the Midwest is the number one time for scheduling tennis court maintenance. This is when the area’s unpredictable weather works in our favor. Spring rain and storms often keep courts too wet for players, yet warmer temperatures let our award-winning team and […]
MAC Named Tennis Industry’s 2018 “Builder/Contractor of the Year”
McConnell & Associates (MAC) is the 2018 “Builder/Contractor of the Year.” The news was published in Tennis Industry magazine’s January 2019 edition. The annual “Champions of Tennis Awards” is in its 18th year of recognizing organizations and individuals who go above and beyond in making a difference in the tennis industry. The Awards honor those […]
How to Tell if Your Tennis Court Needs Resurfacing, According to the Sports Surface Pros
All tennis courts, regardless of whether students, neighborhood residents, club members or pros play on them, will need resurfacing on occasion. Considering the investment involved, knowing what to look for can help you determine if the time has come for your sports surface to be resurfaced. We turned to our tennis court contractors for their […]
MAC Project Receives Quality Concrete Award
A recent project of ours, Tower Court Tennis Courts, was awarded a Quality Concrete Award for 2015 by the Concrete Council of St. Louis. The courts are located in the City of Florissant just north of St. Louis. Vee-Jay Cement installed the post tensioned concrete slab and was the lead on the project. Other members […]
