Savannah Bananas to Upgrade Facilities with New AstroTurf Field
Savannah Bananas to Upgrade Facilities with New AstroTurf Field
The Savannah Bananas, known for their entertaining and innovative approach to baseball, have announced a significant upgrade to their facilities with the installation of a new Diamond Series AstroTurf baseball field. The synthetic turf system is designed to provide a playing surface that mimics the feel and performance of natural clay and grass.
Commitment to Player Performance
The new field is part of the Bananas’ commitment to providing their athletes with a top-tier playing surface. The AstroTurf field features advanced turf technology that enhances player performance while ensuring durability and weather resilience. The field’s opening is expected to coincide with the start of the Bananas’ 2025 season, giving players ample time to train on the new surface.
Synthetic Turf Benefits
The synthetic turf offers several advantages over natural grass, including reduced maintenance needs, excellent ball response, and the ability to withstand harsh weather conditions. This allows for extended practice and gameplay, regardless of rain or other weather challenges.
Customization and Aesthetics
AstroTurf’s Diamond Series field system is highly customizable, allowing programs and clubs to tailor their playing surface to specific needs and preferences. Specialized fibers, differentiated pile heights, and tunable infill ratios ensure consistent gameplay and a pleasing aesthetic. The use of nylon in the base paths and infield provides realistic sliding distances and enhances durability in these high-use areas.
Year-Round Usage
Jared Orton, President of the Savannah Bananas, expressed his excitement for the new field, stating that it will enable the team to host year-round Banana Ball games, events, clinics, camps, and tournaments at Historic Grayson Stadium. Orton added, “We’re excited to see what our Banana Ball stars are able to do on this amazing surface.”
Partnership with AstroTurf
AstroTurf, a leading provider of synthetic turf solutions, has partnered with the Savannah Bananas to install the new field. Aaron Klotz, AstroTurf Director of Baseball and Softball, praised the Bananas organization and their commitment to excellence. Klotz stated, “To be the chosen surface for the Bananas is a great testament to the product and research we put into the Diamond Series.”
AstroTurf’s Expertise
AstroTurf’s baseball turf systems are renowned for their ability to replicate the natural feel and performance of grass while offering superior durability and weather resistance. Designed with the specific needs of baseball in mind, these surfaces provide consistent ball bounce, reliable footing for players, and improved drainage to minimize downtime due to rain.
Commitment to Safety and Performance
AstroTurf’s commitment to safety, performance, and sustainability has made it a leader in the synthetic turf industry. The company’s decades of experience and innovative design and technology ensure that its turf solutions meet the highest standards for performance and safety.