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Basketball goals attached to overhead structures are standard in almost every high school gym and rec center.  These structures are designed with a number of safety features and should only be in

Guest Author: Bryan Carrel  As beginner pole vaulters progress, the pole needs to be appropriate in length and stiffness so that they can learn to bend it. Using a pole that is 6 to 12 inches lo

I recently bought myself a new car and since I can, I bought one with all the bells and whistles. One with seat warmers, bluetooth for my music, OnStar, etc. It’s what I wanted out of my vehicle. At t

Thanks to Cedar Point amusement park, Sandusky, Ohio has long been known as the roller coaster capitol of the world. But did you know that about 3 miles east of that park stands a new Cedar Point ente

When it comes to individual track and field sports, we obviously cannot choose a favorite. They all have their own competitive challenges that we highly admire and we really enjoy watching all athlete

Traditional backstop winches are a great fit for standard gymnasiums but when time is money, quick court transitions are a must. If your facility hosts back-to-back events and fast turnover is a prior

When it comes to our company, trust is one of the most important things we want to achieve. If we make a claim, we want you, our client, to trust that we are being completely honest. Without that trus

Gill Athletics has had a long history with track and field. Our founder, Harry Gill, was among the top coaches, teaching at the University of Illinois. Harry even helped organize the very first NCAA t

All levels of volleyball competition have rules requiring the volleyball net be set at a specific height. The USAV (USA Volleyball) regulates net heights based on gender, age group, and playing e

A pain point for facility managers everywhere is setting up a portable backstop in the proper playing position. There is a precise location where the center line of backstop frame is in-line with cent

Overhead gym equipment is a significant investment for any facility.  Maintaining equipment for safety and trouble-free operation should be a top priority for all facilities. Porter recommen