As with any home renovation or construction project, many wonder how their project will affect the overall value of their home. While most consider fixing up the interior of their homes, a study from the University of Michigan found that paying attention to the exterior can provide additional financial gain. The study proved that homes with well-landscaped […]
Why a Sport Court Game Court is a Better Investment Than a Swimming Pool
While a home basketball court and a swimming pool may cost about the same amount of money to install, a backyard court will cost you less over time and give you more bang for your buck. In addition, a home basketball court is more versatile than a pool and can be used for a variety of […]
You Can Get a Home Basketball Court for Less Than Dance Lessons
Did you know that you can get a Sport Court game court in your backyard for less money than it costs to send your child to dance school? When families think about sending their child to take lessons for dance, karate, etc., they often only see the initial cost. “Only $150 a month, we can […]
The Truth About Specialization in Sports
Contrary to popular belief, specializing in a single sport is not the best way to make a great athlete. Less structured play and multiple sport participation serves the needs of children for a lifetime, reduces injuries and burnout, increases enjoyment and motivation, and produces better athletes. Here are five research excerpts that demonstrate how early […]
8 Tips for a Healthy Heart
8 TIPS FOR A HEALTHY HEART While we can’t change our family history or genetics, more than 80 percent of cardiovascular disease can be prevented with simple, daily lifestyle modifications. Following these steps can help lower our risk for heart disease and increase our overall health. EAT HEALTHY The food you eat can decrease your […]
Heart Awareness
“The difference between those who attempt and those who achieve is heart.” February is Heart Awareness Month – a time to raise awareness about the nation’s number one killer: cardiovascular disease. Before we dive into our tips for preventing heart disease and maintaining heart health, let’s talk facts. Heart disease, or cardiovascular disease (CVD), is […]
How to Turn your Backyard Court Into an Ice Rink
A Quick and Easy Guide to a Backyard Ice Rink Winter is coming! While it may be easy to forget when we’re bundled up from head to toe with only our eyes peeking through our scarves, there are some fun benefits of living in the Northeast during these cold winters months. One of the more […]
Fall Sports to Practice on your Backyard Sport Court
The leaves are falling, a chill is in the air, and fall sports are in full swing. You already know that a Sport Court game court is the perfect all-season oasis for you and your sports-loving family. Need some extra practice? Whatever sport your child plays, this handy guide from Sport Court gives tips for […]
Family Sports: An Investment in Bonding
It’s no secret that finding extra time to spend with your family is usually harder than it sounds. Working parents combined with kids involved in extracurricular activities can make for busy schedules without a ton of extra room for family activities. However, creating regular family leisure activities – the typical every day, home-based activities such […]
Understanding the Cost of a Backyard Basketball Court
Like any other major construction project, the cost to build a backyard basketball court will vary depending on a number of different factors. One of the most seemingly obvious factors is size – the larger the basketball court, the more expensive the project. A compact “shooting lane” court can be built for less than a […]