Category: Techniques and Products

I’ve squinted through enough high lobs in the midday sun to know that a dark or yellowing patio cover is the quickest way to ruin a home court session. When I’m advising facility owners on...

I’ve spent enough mid-August afternoons sweating through my grip tape to know that an uncovered court is just a giant frying pan. You’re likely weighing whether insulated aluminum roof panels can...

I’ve spent enough time in the kitchen to know that a weak defense invites an overhead smash, and a flimsy cover over your outdoor gear shed or court is no different. I’ve vetted the galvanized...

I’ve spent enough time at the non-volley zone to know that if your overhead defense is soft, you’re going to get smashed. I’ve picked apart the different galvanized steel roof panels to ensure...

I treat my equipment shed with the same tactical scrutiny I use to analyze an opponent’s serve, because an unforced error in material choice is a fast track to a rusty court. You’re likely stuck...

I’ve spent too many sets squinting through poorly diffused glare to ignore how much a low-quality overhead cover can ruin a midday rally. I’ve found that prioritizing the specific UV-rating and...