SporTurf Fielders Choice
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SporTurf Fielders Choice Artificial Grass
SporTurf Fielder’s Choice is a high-performance synthetic turf system specifically custom-engineered for baseball and softball fields. Independent testing has proven that its design almost identically replicates high-level natural grass in the three critical performance metrics of baseball playability: ball pace, ball bounce, and coefficient of restitution (how the ball absorbs energy on impact).The signature engineering feat of Fielder's Choice is its ability to drastically reduce infill "splash" and migration. By preventing the sand and rubber crumbs from flying into the air during slides or hard grounders, it provides clean, elite gameplay conditions for fields, schools, and universities. Installed for full-field conversions (outfields and infields) at the collegiate and high school levels (e.g., Lindenwood University and Durham College). It eliminates rainouts and ensures an all-weather surface. Because baseball features severe rotational traction around home plate and the bases, Fielder's Choice is strategically deployed to handle aggressive cleat twisting and sliding friction without matting down or ripping.
Product Information
Review the product overview, technical specifications, recommended applications, installation notes, and warranty information.
Built For Natural Landscape Performance
SporTurf Fielder’s Choice is a high-performance synthetic turf engineered explicitly for outdoor baseball and softball stadium fields. Its specialized dual-yarn design mimics natural grass performance, making it highly effective at handling intense athletic footwork and reducing infill migration.To maximize the system's lifespan and retain its elite playing conditions, specific usage applications, footwear restrictions, and field regulations must be strictly enforced. Deployed over massive collegiate and high school diamond footings—covering both the grass outfields (Field Green) and the infield base paths (Terra Cotta/Clay). Positioned over areas experiencing heavy twisting and digging from hitters. The texturized fibers lock down the rubber sand ballast to prevent deep ruts or holes from forming. Sourced for high-velocity field hockey training due to its independent testing for a low coefficient of friction, providing a smooth ball glide and predictable ball bounce.
- Natural multi-tone appearance
- Soft realistic blade structure
- Drainage-friendly construction
- Low-maintenance performance
- UV-stabilized color retention
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Recommended Applications
SporTurf Fielder’s Choice is heavily specified for high-use baseball and softball facilities because it completely covers the varying speed requirements of the diamond layout. Unlike generic sports turfs, it utilizes a specialized blend of monofilament and texturized fibers that stabilize the infill layer, ensuring ground balls track smoothly and outfielders can accelerate safely without slipping. Fielder’s Choice is widely installed across the entire outfield acreage of collegiate, high school, and municipal stadiums. Its multi-tonal "Field Green" blades replicate the optical tracking properties of natural grass, allowing outfielders to spot fly balls against the turf background instantly without distracting surface glares or reflection issues. The turf is highly favored for full infield designs, covering the running base paths, shortstop holes, and second-base bags.
- High-Impact, Elite Athletic Applications
- Suited for Professional Sports Stadiums
Installation & Care Notes
SporTurf™ Fielder’s Choice installations follow a multi-phase civil and structural engineering protocol to construct elite baseball and softball diamonds. Because this specialized 50 oz. system utilizes a hybrid configuration of Polyethylene Slit-Film and Texturized Polypropylene thatch fibers, its field installation mandates tight tolerances. This ensures proper ball bounce, dampens infill migration, and keeps the surface level under aggressive cleat-pivoting forces.Collegiate and municipal installations (such as projects built for Lindenwood University and executed by dedicated firms like Fielder's Choice Sports Construction) are executed through four strict phases. The raw subgrade is excavated, cleared of organic thatch, and compressed to a 95% standard proctor density. A structural geotextile weed fabric is laid over the dirt floor.
- Professional base preparation recommended
- Use appropriate infill for the application
- Brush fibers periodically to maintain appearance
- Rinse as needed for dust, pets, or debris
- Confirm drainage needs before installation
Warranty & Availability
SporTurf™ Fielder’s Choice is a high-performance synthetic turf specifically engineered for competitive baseball and softball fields. Independent third-party laboratory testing confirms that its structural design closely replicates the pace, bounce, and Coefficient of Restitution (COR) of high-level natural sod. This ensures that defense and ball tracking remain identical to traditional grass. Deployed by universities—such as Lincoln Memorial University's Lamar Hennon Field—to enhance player development and establish an elite recruiting asset. Sourced by competitive high school districts to eliminate rain-out game cancellations and handle back-to-back tournament schedules without field degradation. Fielder's Choice is highly favored as a synthetic substitute for natural clay and dirt infields. It is designed with a dense, texturized polypropylene thatch layer that traps the underlying ballast infill. This prevents "infill splash," meaning crumb rubber or sand won't fly up into a player's face or eyes when they slide into base.
- Manufacturer-backed product support
- Nationwide shipping availability
- Sample requests available
- Project quote support available
- Installation support available in select markets
Where SporTurf Fielders Choice Works Best
A simple application guide to help customers understand where this turf is most commonly used.
Residential Landscapes
Its Realistic Texture and Density make it Ideal for Decks, Rooftops, Patios, and Pet Play Areas.
Pet Areas
Durable Enough for Pets.
High-Impact Facilities
Ideal for high schools, universities, and municipal parks.
Slit-Film Fiber
The unique interlaced structural design holds down the infill material.
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