Articles by On Deck Sports
Understanding NCAA Requirements and Benefits of Sport Pads
The NCAA mandates the installation of sport pads on hard surfaces near playing areas by 2027 to enhance player safety. Sport pads help reduce injuries from falls, slides, and collisions, improving player safety and performance. This allows players to engage more aggressively and competitively without fear of injury.
Read MoreApril 13, 2026
Our State Of The Art Production Facility
At Aer-Flo Sports, we've spent decades earning our place as America's leading manufacturer of high-quality sports field covers, windscreens, and padding. That reputation wasn't built overnight - it was built product by product, field by field, and customer by customer. So when we say our new expanded facility in Lincoln, Alabama is a game-changer, we mean it.
Read MoreApril 9, 2026
Tips for Caring for Area Tarps
When the baseball/softball season gets rolling along rain showers can become a regular factor for groundskeepers. But area tarps are used for more than just rain protection. In fact, the primary purpose of mound covers and home plate tarps is to retain and manage moisture in the soil and clay beneath them. Tarps are put in place to keep moisture from evaporating from the mound and batter’s and catcher’s boxes.
Read MoreApril 9, 2026
How to Handle Full Infield Tarps
If you are sitting at a major or minor league baseball game when a rain delay is called, you’ll see the ground crew jump into action and within about 2 minutes the field has been covered — usually it’s made to look all too easy. But for those of us who have done it, we know just how critical it is for everyone to work together to ensure the tarp is placed properly and safely on the field.
Read MoreApril 8, 2026
Windscreens: What's Best for You?
Compare On Deck Sport's three windscreen options — Standard (VCP), Tuffy, and Tuffy Max. See specs, color options, and warranty details to find the right fit for your facility.
Read MoreMarch 9, 2026
Tamarack Country Club
Elevating Safety and Performance at Tamarack Country Club with Custom Netting and Turf Solutions
Read MoreJune 4, 2025
Windscreen and Padding Color Options
Learn more about On Deck Sports color options for Tuffy Windscreens and Vinyl Padding.
Read MoreMay 6, 2025
MLB Trusts The Batting Mat Pro!
The Batting Mat Pro from On Deck Sports was well represented in the MLB this season! Read more to see the Batting Mat Pro in action at MLB parks!
Read MoreOctober 30, 2024
On Deck Golf’s New Products and Dedicated Golf Rep!
Check out On Deck Sports' new dedicated golf sales rep and new line of golf products!
Read MoreOctober 22, 2024
Introducing The Sentinel L-Screen!
On Deck Sports is proud to release the Sentinel L-Screen! As a part of our Sentinel Series, the L-Screen provides the ultimate player safety experience. Guard Your Practices!
Read MoreOctober 14, 2024
Facility Feature Friday: Sussex Tech High School
Sussex Tech High School in Delaware installed a retractable batting cage, GT34 padded artificial turf, and 8mm black rollout rubber flooring! Check out how On Deck Sports helped make that happen!
Read MoreOctober 3, 2024
Facility Feature Friday: Just DAWGS
Just DAWGS came to On Deck Sports to install this awesome batting cage facility! Check it out!
Read MoreSeptember 12, 2024
Get Ready For Fall Ball Season With On Deck Sports!
With fall ball season starting up, it's the perfect time to replenish your team and field equipment with On Deck Sports!
Read MoreSeptember 8, 2024
Turn Your Home Into A Residential Sports Facility With On Deck Sports!
On Deck Sports can help you install residential turf, batting cages, indoor facilities, and much more. Click here to find out more!
Read MoreSeptember 5, 2024
SafeSlide: The Best Sliding Mat On The Market
The Safe Slide by On Deck Sports is a unique baseball & softball slide training mat developed for indoor or outdoor use. Check it out!
Read MoreSeptember 2, 2024
Facility Feature Friday: All Or Nothing Sports
All Or Nothing Sports came to On Deck Sports to install a residential batting cage facility! Check it out!
Read MoreAugust 29, 2024
NCAA Trusts On Deck Sports!
On Deck Sports is proud to have several NCAA clients! Here are some collegiate baseball teams using our products!
Read MoreAugust 25, 2024
Facility Feature Friday: The Arena
Check out our interview with Josh Marchal, COO, co-Owner, and Managing Partner of The Arena Sports in Boonton, New Jersey!
Read MoreAugust 22, 2024
DuraEdge: A Scientific Approach To Baseball Field Maintenance
On Deck Sports is proud to carry DuraEdge products! Read more to learn about what DuraEdge can do for your field!
Read MoreAugust 18, 2024
Facility Feature Friday: Nick Castellanos
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos came to On Deck Sports to install a fully retractable batting cage. Check it out!
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