News & Articles https://sportsbuilders.org/news/default.asp Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:47:49 GMT Fri, 1 Nov 2024 13:47:00 GMT Copyright © 2024 American Sports Builders Association Emails Soliciting Conference Attendee & Membership Lists https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=616602 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=616602 Some members, conference attendees, and exhibitors have been receiving emails from rogue list brokers claiming to have access to an American Sports Builders Association conference attendee list or membership list for sale.

This scam is afflicting association membership & trade shows  where members, attendees and exhibitors are contacted by people fraudulently claiming to have and sell the show’s attendee list or membership list. Please know that ASBA does not rent, share, or sell your email or physical address to any third parties or list brokers.

These scammers are trying to phish for your information and gain access to financial resources. The companies have no association with ASBA or the Technical Meeting (or any ASBA  event for that matter).

Scammers offering to sell these lists often aggregate information based on web crawlers or email “scraper” programs searching for the “@” sign in an email address posted on various websites (including LinkedIn and Facebook). While this is illegal in most countries, it does not prevent scammers from doing so, so the best way to prevent yourself from receiving these emails is to protect your information, and if at all possible, don’t post your email address online (or post it in an obscured way, such as an image or by not using the “@”) sign.

Please do not engage with and/or acquire/purchase any list from any company claiming to have use of the ASBA conference database, attendees, or membership contact information as it puts you and others' contact information at risk. Oftentimes, responding to these emails (even to “unsubscribe”) confirms to them that they have reached a valid email address.

We encourage you instead to block the sender, delete the email, and report scammers to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission fraud division.

Please beware, they often use ASBA's name in their signature and subject line.

We’re sorry for the inconvenience that these spammers cause you — we get these emails too! 

Here are a few examples of this kind of spam:

From: Alexa Reckard
Subject: American Sports Builder Association

Hi,

I was wondering if you would be Interested in acquiring The American Sports Builder Association  attendees Database?

Attendees Job Titles : Builders, Designers, and Suppliers, as well as the Owners, Operators, Players, and others…

If you are Interested Please Let Me Know I Will Send You the Counts and Cost.

A waiting for your response.

With Regards,

Alexa Reckard

Marketing Coordinator

 

From: Madeleine Albright >
Subject: RE: ASBA Email Leads 2022

Hi,

Would you be interested in acquiring American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) Email Lists-2022?

List Includes:- Org-Name, First Name, Last Name, Contact Job Title, Verified Email Address, Website URL, Mailing Address, Phone Number, Fax Number, Industry and many more…

Number of Contacts:   : 8,365 Verified Contacts.
Cost:                                   :  $1,589

Kindly let me know your thoughts so that we could discuss further.

Kind Regards,
Madeleine Albright

Marketing Coordinator

If you do not wish to receive future emails from us, please reply as 'leave out’

]]> Fri, 1 Nov 2024 14:47:00 GMT ASBA Member Shares Experiences with Students https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=681506 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=681506 Watch Now >>]]> Fri, 6 Sep 2024 16:28:00 GMT ASBA Market Research Sheds Light on Industry Trends https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=662784 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=662784 ASBA recently conducted two surveys to provide members with insight on industry trends:

Insights on Athletic Facility Improvement Plans

We are excited to share with you the results of a recent survey we conducted on athletic facility improvement plans that was sent to subscribers of Coach & Athletic Director. The purpose of the survey was to gain insight into the current state of athletic facilities, as well as the plans for future improvements. We asked a range of questions on topics such as facility types, budgeting, top priorities and challenges for upgrades, as well as their experience working with facility designers and installers. The responses we received were insightful and informative, and we believe they will be valuable as you work to develop strategies to address the challenges and opportunities in the athletic facility improvement space.

View Survey Results/Report

Quick Pulse on Industry Trends from ASBA Members

Each year, ASBA surveys member companies on business in the current year compared to the previous year, expectations for the next year, reasons for growth, issues impacting their business, new or frequent requests from customers, and more. Highlights from the Quick Pulse Survey were shared during Division Meetings at the 2023 Technical Meeting & Trade Show in Houston last month. You can view the full Quick Pulse Survey reports here.

Courts Division
Fields Division
Track Division]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2024 20:02:00 GMT American Sports Builders Association to Participate in Inaugural RacquetX Conference https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=656049 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=656049
A global first, RacquetX is a conference for all racquet sports under one roof, encouraging ideas and collaboration between industry professionals in tennis, pickleball, padel, racquetball and beyond. It has been established to celebrate the current boom in racquet sports and will be one of the highlights of the industry calendar when the inaugural conference runs from March 24-26, 2024, the middle weekend of the Miami Open tennis tournament.
 

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]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 19:17:00 GMT Tips for Upgrading Your Athletic Facilities https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=634053 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=634053 Download our free digital guide with information to help you keep your athletic facilities in top shape including why you shouldn’t skip the shoulder season: how to use the downtime wisely to improve your facilities.  Plus, a review of the top trends in sports facilities nationwide will help you stay on top of what’s new.  You’ll also find information on all the ASBA resources available to help you Build It Right.

Download Now

]]> Wed, 8 Mar 2023 02:08:00 GMT ASBA Member Shares Experiences with Students https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=615792 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=615792 Check out the latest Cue Career video from Carter Nicoli. Carter discusses his connection to Sports Construction and shares his recommendations to students on how to get involved in the industry. Learn more>>

]]> Fri, 2 Sep 2022 17:54:00 GMT Renew Your Membership Today! https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=613540 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=613540 Kristin Evans for assistance. Memberships expire on September 30, 2022.]]> Mon, 8 Aug 2022 18:47:00 GMT Registration Opens for Technical Meeting https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=614129 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=614129
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The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) Technical Meeting & Tradeshow will be held at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, California this December 2-5, 2022. Members and guests of the sports design and construction industry from around the world will come together for learning, networking, and business development opportunities.
Industry-Leading Education: With 30 sessions selected by ASBA members across each division (Courts, Tracks, Fields) plus technical information, there is something for every member of the sports design and construction industry. Certified Builders can earn up to 12 eligibility points.
EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH NOVEMBER 2ND
REGISTER EARLY
Unparalleled Networking: One of the most valuable benefits of attending the Technical Meeting & Tradeshow is the opportunity to learn from others in the industry. The program is designed to facilitate connections in the session rooms and exhibit hall as well as during meals and evening functions.
JOIN ASBA AT THE JW MARRIOTT DESERT SPRINGS RESORT & SPA

Hotel Room Rate: $209/night for single/double rooms

Reservation Deadline: November 8, 2022

Resort Fee: There’s a discounted resort fee of $10.00 a day. If you book outside our block, you will be required to pay the $35.00 a night resort fee. The resort fee includes: daily in-room wireless internet access, use of 24 hour spa fitness center access, instructor led fitness class, overnight self-parking, use of the greens – mini 18 hole putting course, daily golf bag storage, unlimited range balls, one hour hard court & racquet rental and all tennis center lawn games.

The JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa is the only authorized hotel providing guest room accommodations for the 2022 ASBA Technical Meeting in Palm Desert, CA. If you receive solicitations from any other vendors identifying themselves as the official ASBA housing representative or partner, they are NOT authorized to sell guest rooms for the event. Please contact ASBA Headquarters at (443) 640-1042 immediately.

If you book after the reservation deadline the hotel cannot guarantee the special ASBA room rate. Rooms are subject to availability, please make your hotel reservations early. If you experience any difficulty making room reservations at the group rate contact Cynthia Sanchez.
BOOK RESERVATION
Business Development Opportunities at Every Turn: Whether you’re exhibiting or walking the tradeshow floor, you’ll find the Technical Meeting is the place to be to make new and cultivate those existing business relationships to take your business to the next level.
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]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2022 21:41:00 GMT In Memoriam: Norris R. Legue, Synthetic Surfaces https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=607293 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=607293 It is with much sadness that we inform you, Norris R. Legue of Synthetic Surfaces Inc. in Scotch Plains, New Jersey passed away Sunday, May 29, 2022. Synthetic Surfaces Inc. is a longstanding Supplier member of the ASBA.

Please click here for additional information. Our deepest condolences to the Norris family.


]]> Wed, 1 Jun 2022 18:33:00 GMT Fundamentals of Track Construction Course https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=598380 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=598380 .ViewTable1 tr td { padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; }

Fundamentals of Track Construction Course

ASBA is pleased to announce the NEW Fundamentals of Track Construction course. This course will familiarize anyone new to Track Construction with proper construction techniques, how to accurately measure, drainage, surface types, bases and curbs, terminology and more. Videos enhance the learning about Measure Line, Planarity and Slope. This course will benefit Builders, Suppliers and Design Professionals; and could be particularly helpful to new hires or employees who have not been directly involved in the building process.

PRICING
FREE for members, $199 for non-member

TAKE THE COURSE TODAY
2331 Rock Spring Road, Forest Hill, MD 21050
Phone: (866) 501-ASBA (2722) | Email Us!
]]> Tue, 8 Mar 2022 20:25:00 GMT ASBA Diagram Showcase Update https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=595112 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=595112 Check out the new diagrams for Tennis Court Construction in the ASBA Web App. The ASBA Diagram Showcase has been updated with the latest diagrams in conjunction with the release of the Tennis Courts: A Construction and Maintenance Manual (2021). The ASBA Diagram Showcase features diagrams for Tennis, Track, Field, Courts & Rec and Pickleball. If you haven’t downloaded the ASBA Progressive Web App, click HERE to get started.

If you are interested in purchasing the latest version of the Tennis Court Construction Manual, click HERE. 

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]]> Thu, 20 Jan 2022 16:07:51 GMT ASBA Releases New Asphalt Guidelines https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=590812 https://sportsbuilders.org/news/news.asp?id=590812 ASBA is pleased to include links to our new Asphalt Guidelines. Over the past year, an ASBA task force of volunteers has been working hard with Asphalt Consultant Tim Murphy to review and revise these guidelines that were first developed in 2015. So much has changed in the marketplace since that time, ASBA leadership felt it important to revisit and revise these guidelines to better reflect current conditions. The Guidelines and Executive Summary are posted on ASBA’s website, and linked in this email for easy access.

ASBA Asphalt Guidelines
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