playing away fixtures on pitches whose condition is changeable throughout the season.


And it’s not only on match days that the artificial pitch has proven to be a boon for The New Saints; the surface is also utilised for first-team training four days a week, and is in constant use by the academy. “Coaching the first team and also having a direct involvement with the academy means I practically live on the pitch.” says Mike. “The pitch plays superbly, and allows continuous use morning, noon and night. As a business, which all clubs now are, what better way is there to generate an income stream for your club?”


The club’s successful record last season saw them crowned Welsh Premier champions in April 2010, following which they were subsequently entered into the qualifying rounds of the Champions League. To be able to host matches at the highest level of European football, it is vital for The New Saints to safeguard their FIFA Recommended status and, to that end, they have recently opted to increase their maintenance contract. At the professional level, the financial consequences of a poorly-maintained pitch are clear and unequivocal, and not a risk The New Saints FC is willing to take.


3G carpet is not simply a development in the world of synthetic surfaces, it is also symbolic of a culture shift towards a greater acceptance of artificial turf in sport as a whole. As technological advances are made within the industry,


so do a growing number of sporting bodies recognise the many advantages of synthetic turf, and it is testament to the constructional quality and consistent performance afforded by 3G turf that this carpet system is the one to finally


bridge the gap


between natural turf and the ‘Astroturf ’ pitches of old.


As with natural grass, the good


condition of an


artificial pitch can only be sustained with regular care and attention throughout


So, the secret to boasting a successful 3G sports surface?


It’s no secret at all - quite simply, if properly maintained from day one, with on-hand support from industry experts, a


required at regular intervals to overcome issues of infill migration and compaction caused by factors including wind, rain and play


its life. It is essential to understand the routines and practices relevant to 3G surfaces, and utilising the services of a maintenance specialist with a working knowledge of maintaining FIFA Recommended rubber-filled surfaces, provides added peace of mind that your investment is in safe hands.


3G pitch will provide you with a consistent playing surface all year round.


For further information please call Technical Surfaces’ National Office on 08702 400 700 or visit www.technicalsurfaces.co.uk and ask to speak to a Technical Manager.


As a synthetic pitch ages, granular (sand or rubber) top-ups can be


Groomed for Success


Surface Grooming is just one of the maintenance methods which can be applied to keep your artificial surface in perfect playing condition.


Make Technical Surfaces your first point of call.


For REPAIRS, MAINTENANCE and ADVICE, contact the UK’s leading Maintenance Specialists


Tel: 08702 400 700 www.technicalsurfaces.co.uk


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