Most athletes think about training, equipment, and strategy when it comes to improving performance. What often gets overlooked is the athletic court itself. The way a court is built has a direct impact on how athletes move, how their bodies handle stress, and how safely they can compete. At Classic Turf Co., every project starts… Read more »
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How Court Surface Speed Impacts Player Performance and Injury Prevention
When athletes step onto a court, they are not just reacting to the game. They are also reacting to the surface beneath their feet. Court surface speed has a direct influence on how a game unfolds and how an athlete’s body handles movement, impact, and repetition. From competitive play to everyday training, the right surface… Read more »
Classic Turf Takes on World of Concrete 2026
The Las Vegas Convention Center recently buzzed with energy as it hosted the World of Concrete (WOC) International Tradeshow from January 18th through the 21st. As the industry’s only annual international event dedicated to commercial concrete and masonry, WOC is the premier hub for connections, intelligence, and business growth. For the team at Classic Turf,… Read more »
How a New Track and Field Complex Is Elevating Sports at the University of Hartford
When University of Hartford alumnus Kevin Grant, ’82, and his family decided to make a significant contribution to his alma mater, Kevin looked to his own lifelong passion: running. A marathon runner who has also scaled Kilimanjaro, Denali, and Everest, he saw an opportunity to share that passion in a tangible way. The much-anticipated, state-of-the-art… Read more »
BUILT TO LAST: Old Courts Look Brand New After Resurface
Initially constructed nearly two decades ago, the Woodbury Middle School Tennis Courts in Woodbury, CT are a prime example of the durability of Post-Tension Concrete courts built by Classic Turf. Recently, a fresh coat of stadium blue and grass green acrylic surface paint was applied to the surface, along with 2 sets of pickleball lines… Read more »
Classic Turf Wins Award of Merit at 2025 PTI Project Awards
The sports surfacing leader has been recognized four times in a row by the Project Awards Classic Turf Company, a leader in innovative sports surfacing solutions, was the proud recipient of the PTI Award of Merit in the Slab-On-Ground Category at the recent 2025 PTI Project Awards. The biennial ceremony, which was held on May… Read more »
Tarkett Sports Launches ClassicCourt, the 50-Year Post-Tension Concrete Court System
Built to last, ClassicCourt sets a new benchmark for quality in racquet and multi-use court construction. Tarkett Sports proudly announces the launch of ClassicCourt—a world-class post-tension concrete court system engineered for exceptional strength, durability, and long-term value. Backed by an industry-leading 50-year structural warranty, built with patented technology, and installed by PTI-certified professionals, ClassicCourt raises… Read more »
Classic Turf Joins Tarkett Sports: A New Chapter in Our Legacy of Excellence
At Classic Turf, we have always asked one question: “How can we do this better?” For over four decades, this simple question has propelled our commitment to building industry-leading sports surfaces. Founded by Tumer Eren, whose passion for innovation led him from maintaining tennis courts in Connecticut to founding his own company, Classic Turf has… Read more »
Classic Turf Celebrates Tumer H. Eren’s Lifetime Achievement Award
Earlier this year, we had the immense pleasure of sharing some truly exciting news: our President,Tumer H. Eren, was honored by the Hartford Business Journal as a Family Business Winner in theprestigious category of Lifetime Achievement! This recognition was a proud moment for everyone at Classic Turf, reflecting Tumer’s unwaveringdedication and exceptional leadership over the… Read more »
