by Shelby Becker
Located in Temple Terrace, Florida, Buddy Baseball is a recreational league for boys and girls with special needs to enjoy the game of baseball with a buddy alongside.
The players and their buddies set foot on the field for their first game this past Monday, January 6th.
The field requires wheelchair accessibility, which is why Act Global’s ADA approved turf was right for the job.
Artificial grass beats out alternatives such as concrete or pads which lacks the look and feel of a true baseball field.
“It is great to watch athletes of all ages and abilities be able to play on our world-class surface,” regional manager Daniel McSwain said. “This was very close to my heart.”
Act Global is proud to be involved in projects that give back to communities. Our values are what drive our business and encourage us to Be More.
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About Act Global
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with a manufacturing facility in Dalton, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global’s Football Fields have been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, 2017, and 2018, New York Met Life Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2016 and 2019.
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
by Shelby Becker
The annual Salon des Maires exhibition hosting the nation’s major public purchasing decision-makers took place on November 19th through the 21st in Paris, France. Attendees included deputies, councillors, general managers of services, technical services managers, territorial officials, and other industry influencers from all over France.
Act Global co-exhibited with new France partner, EDER, who distributes Act Global products such as Xtreme Turf, Xtreme Grass, and new woven product WXF50-M.
“The presence of Act Global at Salon des Maires in Paris was a real success,” Act Global Technical Director, Guillaume Loubersac said. “Act Global exhibited with EDER, who is our new partner in France. EDER brings more than 15 years of excellence in the provision and installation of high-class synthetic sport field in the national France territory. EDER is respected within the local industry by sport communities, sport fields specifiers, mayors, and sport directors.”
Act Global and EDER gained exclusive support at the event from top international rugby players Francois Trinh Duc and Yannick Nyanga.
“Act Global and EDER were delighted to have the exclusive support of Yannick Nyanga, Paris Racing 92 rugby club Sport Director, and François Trinh Duc currently top player at Paris Racing 92 rugby club (Top 14),” Loubersac said. “Both Yannick and François have been playing at the top level for the French National Rugby team, and we look forward to having them participating to further new product launch, sport, and social events with the Act Global EDER team!”
This has been Act Global’s second year participating in the Salon des Maires exhibition, a show to develop concrete solutions for local communities in France.
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About Act Global
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with a manufacturing facility in Dalton, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global’s Football Fields have been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, 2017, and 2018, New York Met Life Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2016 and 2019.
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
by Shelby Becker
The Minnesota Vikings’ home features latest safety and technology built by leading firm and partner General Sports Surfaces.
Austin, TX – When U.S. Bank Stadium decided they wanted to replace their turf in 2019, they turned to Act Global due to their dedication to player safety and performance. The Vikings played their first nationally televised regular season home game on October 24th against the Washington Redskins.
This removal of the old field and new installation were completed by Act Global’s in-house crew and its partner General Sports Surfaces (GSS). Specializing in offering a full range of athletic surfaces including synthetic turf and running tracks, GSS also offers comprehensive services including design, installation, maintenance, and customer support. The installation included removable panels for event, soccer, and football conversions.
“Act Global is both honored and excited to be the turf supplier for U.S. Bank Stadium and home of the Minnesota Vikings,” Act Global CEO John Baize commented.
“General Sports Surfaces’ installation quality is amazing and could not have done a better job,” Baize added.
“The enormity of US Bank Stadium and the level of NFL talent that performs on this field excited not only me, but every single member of our General Sports Surfaces crew,” President of General Sports Surfaces Hector Puentes said. “We are extremely proud to have played a role in producing this beautiful playing surface. Our commitment whether it is an NFL, collegiate, or high school field, is to provide a safe yet durable athletic field for athletes.”
Act Global’s synthetic turf system is specifically designed and tested to provide a superior playing surface for athletes geared towards player safety and performance. This proven methodology includes a vast range of quality and durability checks, biomechanical measurements and surface testing.
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About Act Global
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with a manufacturing facility in Dalton, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global’s Football Fields have been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, 2017, and 2018, New York Met Life Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2016 and 2019.
About General Sports Surfaces
General Sports Surfaces are specialists in turn-key sports design and construction of artificial and synthetic grass and turf fields and surfaces for football, baseball and soccer for middle school, high school, college and professional stadiums and facilities. We also build and resurface athletic running tracks. From repairs on your running track and football field, to installation of bleachers and scoreboards of your indoor facility, we are the only true turn-key package when it comes to sports fields and facilities in the region.
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
by Shelby Becker
Act Global Artificial Turf is Now Offered From Haldeman Homme
Haldeman Homme, Inc. (HHI) and Act Global are excited to announce a partnership to add high-end artificial turf to HHI’s total facility solutions. This partnership stems from both company’s commitment to bring high-quality and world-class experiences to our customers. Haldeman Homme recently founded, “Athletic Construction Solutions,” a division dedicated to outdoor athletic solutions. ACS covers everything from track and field solutions to netting and football goal posts; missing was a leading partner in artificial turf.
Act Global’s mission to “Be More” is ingrained in every facet of the business. With a foundation of innovation, integrity, and quality, Act Global strives to positively impact society and maximize land use through the use of synthetic turf. “Haldeman Homme’s dedication to making a positive impact on the communities they serve is just one reason why they make a great partner,” says CEO John Baize. “We both value providing athletic solutions that enhance the athlete’s experience and player safety, so Act Global is excited for this new partnership and how we can keep providing communities with the same quality surfaces.”
“With Act Global on board we can truly say we offer the full package when it comes to outdoor athletic solutions,” says Territory Manager for ACS, Justin Perez, “We’ve always been able to provide the best in class products when it comes to your track, court, and equipment. It’s exciting to now be able to provide the artificial turf to go inside your track, your football field, or even the landscaping around the facility.”
Athletic Construction Solutions Division Manager, Dan Moran says, “Act Global’s commitment to green-friendly technologies and promoting sustainable practices is just another part of what makes them a great partner. We pride ourselves in providing safe, sustainable environments for athletes; it’s easy to do that when you have a manufacturer that stands behind the same ideals.”
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About Act Global
Act Global is a global leader in high-performance synthetic turf, with a manufacturing facility in Dalton, Georgia, and delivering field installations in more than 90 countries. Act Global’s football turf systems have been selected for premier venues, including the New Orleans Superdome (2013, 2017, and 2018), MetLife Stadium (2014), and U.S. Bank Stadium (2016 and 2019), reflecting the company’s commitment to safety, performance, and innovation.
About Haldeman Homme
On top of state-of-the-art products and equipment, Haldeman Homme and ACS also provide design services, installation, and ongoing maintenance for all athletic facilities. That doesn’t stop with solutions only for athletes; make sure your fans are comfortable with a wide range of outdoor bleachers and seating. If it fits inside your facility, HHI and ACS can provide it. This means fewer contracts and deals with vendors and a greater peace of mind for you. Learn more about Haldeman Homme and the Athletic Construction Solutions Division at https://haldemanhomme.com/athletic-construction-solutions.
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
by Shelby Becker
General Sports Surfaces started construction on the first installation of the NR34 baseball system created by Act Global and Nolan Ryan led RS3
West Orange TX—Dan R. Hooks Stadium home of the Mustangs will be the first school in the world to have the new state of the art baseball system created and manufactured by Act Global and RS3. The base construction began on both the baseball and softball field in mid-August and the turf will be installed late September.
The NR34 system is similar to what is being used for Act Global stadiums and community fields around the world, optimized specifically for baseball. Performance benefits range from shock absorption, impact, ground interaction, traction, stability, bounce, lower infill splash, durability and UV testing, and more.
The field base construction and turf installation is being done under the direction of General Sports Surfaces of Ft. Worth, TX, that recently installed a new Act Global turf system for the West Orange Stark football field.
“It is not often that a company in the synthetic turf industry has the unique opportunity to be the first to do something,” Hector Puentes, CEO of General Sports said. “The baseball and softball fields being installed by General Sports at West Orange Stark High School will not only be the first Act Global NR34 fields in Texas, they will be the first in the entire nation. We are proud to be associated with Act Global and the Nolan Ryan group (RS3),” Puentes continued. “Countless hours of research and testing went into the development of this system, which was designed and tested to emulate the playing conditions of perfectly manicured natural grass baseball and softball fields.”
“The custom line of Nolan Ryan & RS3 Turf is first class,” said Cornel Thompson, Athletic Director of West Orange – Cove CISD. “West Orange Stark High School is thrilled to be the first school in Texas with this surface on our baseball and softball fields. I am confident our turf will be outstanding!”
“We’re excited to be partnering with West Orange Stark School and congratulate them on being the first field to bear the NR34 name,” said Ryan Sanders Baseball CEO Reese Ryan. “We’re committed to bring the game of baseball to as many people as possible, while keeping player safety at the forefront, and we feel very confident in this product.”
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About Act Global
Act Global is a global leader in high-performance synthetic turf, with a manufacturing facility in Dalton, Georgia, and delivering field installations in more than 90 countries. Act Global’s football turf systems have been selected for premier venues, including the New Orleans Superdome (2013, 2017, and 2018), MetLife Stadium (2014), and U.S. Bank Stadium (2016 and 2019), reflecting the company’s commitment to safety, performance, and innovation.
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
Austin, TX – When U.S. Bank Stadium decided they wanted to replace their turf in 2019, they turned to Act Global due to their dedication to player safety and performance. The Vikings played their first nationally televised regular season home game on October 24th against the Washington Redskins.
Haldeman Homme, Inc. (HHI) and Act Global are excited to announce a partnership to add high-end artificial turf to HHI’s total facility solutions. This partnership stems from both company’s commitment to bring high-quality and world-class experiences to our customers. Haldeman Homme recently founded, “Athletic Construction Solutions,” a division dedicated to outdoor athletic solutions. ACS covers everything from track and field solutions to netting and football goal posts; missing was a leading partner in artificial turf.
West Orange TX—Dan R. Hooks Stadium home of the Mustangs will be the first school in the world to have the new state of the art baseball system created and manufactured by Act Global and RS3. The base construction began on both the baseball and softball field in mid-August and the turf will be installed late September.