Ultracourts Aces Multi-Sport Court in Newtown, Geelong: A SAPIA Award Winner
Ultracourts Tennis Court Builders continues to solidify their reputation as a leader in sports court construction, bagging another award at the SAPIA Awards for their exceptional work on a private multi-sport court in Newtown, Geelong.
The “Construction Domestic Sports Courts” Acrylic category recognized this project, completed in April 2023, highlighting Ultracourts’ expertise in overcoming site challenges and delivering a top-tier sporting facility.
Turning a Challenging Site into a Sporting Haven
The project involved transforming a steep, undulating backyard into a versatile multi-sport court catering to tennis, basketball, cricket, and netball.
Ultracourts collaborated closely with the builder, engineer, and architect, navigating planning constraints and ensuring compliance within a residential setting.
The 3.1m height variation across the site and uncontrolled fill presented significant challenges.
Ultracourts tackled these through a cut/fill approach, constructing retaining walls designed by a structural engineer.
The lower wall, built over a council sewer easement, required precise drilling to avoid damage to the sewer line.
Innovative Solutions for a Multi-Sport Court
The final court, measuring 37 x 17m with a 10 x 6m basketball/netball area, was surfaced with Field Turf’s “Pro Tennis”, an ITF 4 paced surface, and “Super-shield” for the cricket pitch.
A retractable soft net was installed to divide the court, ensuring safety for simultaneous activities.
A comprehensive lighting system with six 400-watt LED luminaries on six poles provides ample illumination.
The court is enclosed by a 3.6m high chain-mesh fence with top and bottom rails, complemented by a full tennis pavilion matching the house’s design.
A Collaborative Effort
Ultracourts coordinated seamlessly with partners like Premier Lighting for electrical work and RW Steel for retaining wall construction.
Their meticulous planning ensured efficient project execution, even with tight access and concurrent construction next door.
A Showcase of Expertise and Innovation
The Newtown project is a testament to Ultracourts’ dedication to crafting exceptional sporting spaces tailored to unique site conditions and client needs.
Their SAPIA Award win underscores their expertise, innovation, and commitment to quality, further solidifying their reputation as a leader in the sports court construction industry.
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