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Published: 8 November 2016

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Statistics suggest basketball is the third most popular sport across the world today, so it’s little wonder that so many facilities are looking for the best basketball equipment possible. From community centers to commercial gyms and schools, the demand for good basketball equipment and facilities is ever rising, and Carroll Seating Company can help you get what you need for your upcoming season.

We Have the Basketball Equipment You Need

At Carroll Seating Company, we offer a full range of sports equipment and services to help almost any organization. If you need a new system, we can help you find just what you need. If you’re not sure about what might best meet your needs, we can help you sort the differences and locate the ideal equipment. Even if you’re working to renovate an old space and locate a provider that can remove old equipment and handle all of your basketball equipment installation, we’re here to meet your needs.

For decades, we’ve been helping companies and organizations just like yours locate what they need and move forward. Basketball equipment has seen an evolution over the past decade, and things are changing fast. We’ve stayed on top of those changes, which means you get industry experience and innovation in one package.

Basketball equipment is far from our only offering. We can also help you find the other sports equipment you need, and we can even help you get the portable seating arrangements necessary to help outfit an entire arena.

If you’re ready for basketball season to begin, but you don’t have the equipment you need yet, there’s only one place to turn – Carroll Seating Company.

Published: 27 July 2016

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Just thinking of the words school pride transports you to the days when you were part of a gigantic, diverse team. School spirit is an important part of education for its unifying and encouraging effects, so make sure you reward students with the recognition, and a trophy case, they deserve.

Highlighting Accomplishments

Many schools have their awards cabinet tucked away in some hallway or office with little foot traffic. What’s more, they look like the cabinets were made in someone’s basement. This is no way to reward students for working hard to compete in what they love.

Upgrading the school trophy case is easy. There’s no better way to engrave accomplishment and participation into the foundation of your school, which is why it’s important to follow these three pillars for having a great school display case:

Put the exhibit somewhere it will be seen, not just noticed. Some great ideas are in the main hallway, the top of a central staircase, or right at your school’s main entrance. Also, make sure all the trophies are in the same place so that each student and activity gets equal recognition.
Have a beautiful yet modest school trophy cabinet. It should have highly visible glass for display and exhibit a well-made look. Also, make sure to leave room for all the future trophies to come.
Support your students once you have a great trophy case and encourage them to participate. The more trophies and acknowledgments a school can display proudly, the more students will feel honored to be in such an accomplished school.

Trophy cases need to be seen by everyone. They give schools a unique chance to show the diversity of their students, so get creative with the awards displayed and make sure not to stick with only sports accomplishments. When your whole student body feels noticed, great school spirit will be the result.

Published: 21 April 2016

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There is nothing better than the opening day of baseball season! The great American pastime has generational connections to the stadium, the team and the experience. In fact, as any baseball fan can tell you, the experience is the best part. Going to the stadium, getting great seats, buying a hot dog and wearing team colors are often what bring back the best memories, whether the team won their season or not. Is your baseball seating up to date? Take a few moments to consider how you could bring a better experience to the fans.

Flexibility, reliability and value are key components of baseball seating. After all, you want audiences to enjoy this seating for years to come, not to continue to do costly repairs. With the seating comes ease of cleaning, as every event brings a significant amount of trash. Outdoor grandstands and bleachers must be put in to accommodate the excitement of the audience as well as the harshest weather.

Consider whether your seating is ADA compliant, so that audiences of all kinds can enjoy the event. Whether it comes to sight lines or spacing, creating customized seating is the best way to ensure that you have something to offer for every kind of audience.

Of course, no seating is complete without a designated fan section, and the colors, backrests and seating capabilities will ensure that the fans get into the spirit of the game, whether it is opening day or a tournament. Don’t forget about that locker room. Are the lockers in sufficient condition? Do you have enough seating in the room?

Ultimately, seating in a venue is designed to bring a project to a wide variety of audiences. The kind of world-quality seating that Carroll provides can make any event extraordinary.

Published: 26 February 2016

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With space at a premium, being able to maximize the most of your gym is important and gym divider curtains from Carroll Seating can help ensure the space you have available is well used. These curtains allow multiple sports to happen at the same time in your gym. They come in several different styles to best suit your needs. Take a look.

Walk-Draw Gym Divider Curtains

This option uses a convenient track style curtain and is quite economical. It’s manually operated and the divider curtain works on a galvanized steel track. It can be stored flat against the wall or in a small section of your gym. It comes in a variety of colors.

Fold-Up Gym Divider Curtains

This gym divider curtain attaches on the ceiling and is lowered into place by a 1 HP electric motor. It comes in both straight and curved designs to better meet your needs. It features a 19 or 20 ounce vinyl coated mesh upper section and has a fully padded batten with no exposed hardware. Once lowered, the curtain is locked into place. Available in a variety of colors, it’s an ideal choice.

Radius Fold-Up Divider Curtains

This radius fold-up is used for a running track in your school’s gym. The design allows the curtain to follow the exact radius of running track. It features a 19 or 20 ounce vinyl lower section and a 9 ounce vinyl coated mesh upper section with welded seams and a fully padded batten with no exposed hardware.

Roll-Up Gym Divider Curtains

This model attaches to the ceiling and is electrically operated roll-up gym divider that is lowered into place by an electric motor, controls, belts, clamps, threaded rod supports, and other parts. The curtain rolls on a 3 1/2 inch diameter bottom batten so you have a smooth and wrinkle free surface when rolled and stored.

Browse our complete selection of gym divider curtains when you contact us today.

Published: 8 February 2016

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The Northwest High School gym was in need of some new gym equipment . School administration hired general contractor Simpson Construction for a major school renovation that involved adding approximately 70,000 square feet including new gymnasium, locker rooms and additional classrooms. Simpson Construction worked with the design team at Carroll Seating to organize the installation of the new gym equipment.

Carroll Seating installed a number of Performance Sports System products such as six new basketball hoops, a curtain divider, wall padding and new volleyball equipment. We also installed a Daktronics four-sided scoreboard, score’s table and controls.

The team at Carroll Seating was pleased with the final look of all the installed equipment. The Carroll Seating team hopes that Northwest High School will enjoy them for many school years to come. For more information about this project, please visit the Carroll Seating website or call us in Kansas City, KS at 816-471-2929.

Published: 22 January 2016

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The curriculum for physical education in the United States covers a wide range of both team and individual sports. To meet the requirements of this curriculum, high schools must outfit their gyms with the proper equipment for each sport. Carroll Seating does more than provide seating and other furniture options for businesses – we can also help you set your gym up with the high-quality, long-lasting sporting equipment that you need to make the most of this active space!

Basketball

Basketball is one of the most popular sports in high schools. It ranks as the second most popular sport for boys, and the first for girls. With this in mind, it’s obvious why it’s so important to have the equipment for the sport in your gym. Carroll Seating offers a line of adjustable, wall or ceiling-mounted goals with high quality backboards and rims that will provide years of play time for students now and in the future.

Baseball

Like basketball, baseball ranks in the top 5 most popular sports for high school athletes. Our professional-grade baseball equipment can help your student athletes stay in shape and hone their skills, during both the regular season and off-season. We offer equipment to help with everything from batting to catching, so players can work on these crucial skills any time of year.

Football

Guess what the most popular sport is in high school athletics? You got it – it’s football. Football requires a level of equipment like no other sport, from equipment on the field to player gear to practice equipment. Carroll Seating can set your gym up with the high quality equipment necessary for your high school football players, so you can put all your focus on training your players.

Volleyball

You may think that all you really need to play volleyball is a ball and a net, but there’s actually quite a bit more involved with this beloved sport. For high school volleyball, you’ll also need boundary markers, and you may need accessories such as a referee stand too. Whatever your needs are, Carroll Seating can get your gym ready for the game.

Seating

We couldn’t talk about our high school gym equipment without a mention of bleacher seating – we are Carroll Seating after all. Even with all the necessary sports equipment in place, your gym isn’t complete without proper seating for students and faculty to cheer on the teams. We have seating options for both indoor and outdoor sports, as well as a variety of styles and arrangement. We also offer customizable options that allow you to create the atmosphere you want in your gym.

Let Carroll Seating help you make the most of your high school gym. From sports equipment to seating, together we can create an electric athletic space that will energize both players and fans!

Published: 12 October 2015

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Coaching volleyball successfully is one of the toughest things you’ll ever do. It’s not like any other sport out there because working with your players means far more than providing them with the right training necessary. Instead, it means instilling them with a deeper knowledge of the game, the beauty behind each piece, and how the real art behind this sport can actually affect the game itself. More than anything else, though, a coach has to have the right equipment to ensure the team’s success, and we can help.

Don’t Know Where to Start? Give Us a Call

At Carroll Seating Company, we market some of the best volleyball equipment on the market today. From the basics like balls, nets, and rope boundaries to the more complex training aids your team will need the most to get the job done, we’re here to provide you with better equipment at the right price. We carry the perfect line for indoor and outdoor teams alike.

We’re Thinking About You

All of our equipment is made with the needs of serious coaches and players at the forefront of the equation. Sure, big box sports stores may have a specialized team catalog, but with us, you can always rest assured you’re getting the industry’s best equipment. We even carry some unique items you just won’t find anywhere else, giving you the very best. Whether you’re a rec league or a school team at any level of the game, we’re here to offer the best for you.

Carroll Seating Company has been meeting the needs of teams just like yours for decades, and we’ll be happy to help you find exactly what you need to get started. To learn more about our services, contact us today.

Published: 6 October 2015

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Categories: Casework & Millwork, Gym and Sports Equipment

The Liberty High School and Liberty North High School were in need of updating. School administration hired general contractor Universal Construction for a major school renovation that involved the school cafeterias, weight room, staff lounge, entry, hallways and other areas. Universal Construction worked with the design team at Carroll Seating to plan the update and addition of the casework and millwork to their communal areas and equipment to the gymnasium.

The team at Carroll Seating was pleased with the finished outcome of all the additions they provided materials. The Carroll Seating team hopes that Liberty School District’s two High School campuses will enjoy them for many school years to come. For more information about this locker room project, please visit the Carroll Seating website or call us in Kansas City, KS at 816-471-2929.

Published: 10 September 2015

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If the kitchen is the heart of a home, then the gymnasium must be the heart of a school. This is where students come together to play, to work, to celebrate and to compete. It should be a safe and sturdy place but also fun and exciting environment.

The gym is often a source of school pride and when the gym equipment is in poor shape, it reflects badly on the school. In the eyes of parents, students, supporters, donors and competitors, your gym shows a great deal about your school. Make sure your gym equipment is up to date, safe and an excellent representation of your school.

Functionality

New gym equipment isn’t all about looks (although surely that’s part of the equation). It’s really about functionality. Old equipment won’t help your athletes excel and it won’t inspire your students to work harder. Beyond balls and courts, the equipment your team uses it what helps make it great.

Training on an outdated basketball hoop or backboard can throw off your game when you play on a newer court. If your team is accustomed to a flexible, worn volleyball net they won’t know how to handle the spring of an up-to-date version. Just a little edge like that can make the difference between champion and second place.

In addition, update equipment is more reliable and easier to use than the old stuff. New materials are lighter. Current designs are easier to operate. It will save you time in setting up and cleaning up your gym.

Safety The current standards are also safer. Safety features have advanced rapidly and materials have definitely changed. Covers are more pliable and UV resistant. They have greater impact absorption and a lower rate of injury than their predecessors. With all the new research and information we have on the dangers of head injuries in student athletes, what could be more important than your students’ safety?

Style Perhaps style isn’t the most important advantage of a gym equipment upgrade, but it is a consideration. Looks do matter, especially when it comes to courting donors and sponsors. A good-looking gym makes for better photos and it says your school takes pride in itself. That confidence matters when you’re approaching companies and individuals for support.

Your students will feel the support when they’re playing and training on current gym equipment, too. The increase in school spirit and team pride will be evident in their performance, especially on game days! It’s good to see a little envy on your competition’s faces.

Getting your gym equipment up to date is an important part of your school’s budget. Choose the right teammate to help manage your needs and budget. Carroll Seating has a long history of bringing the best to both public and private schools. Let our staff show you how to create a safe and inspiring environment with the right gym equipment. Learn more by visiting Carroll Seating in Kansas City or call us at 816-471-2929 today.

Published: 27 May 2015

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Jazzing up your gym is with customized products is an important part of crafting your school’s personality. It can increase school spirit, build community pride and really fire up your fans. The right products will improve safety by blocking access to dangerous areas as well as dressing up your bleachers. You can use a custom accessory package to highlight your sponsors so it might even amp up your fundraising efforts too.

A customized gym is not limited to a painted floor. You can take your team logo and mascot from the floor, up the walls, across the bleachers and all the way to the ceiling. Here are just a few options that could take your space from a drab basic gym to a custom coliseum.

If your gym is a little behind the times and needs a total redo, a total custom package is what you need. This is a top to bottom makeover with all the bells and whistles. This graphics package will make an impression on all of your guests, no doubt about it! Imagine an extreme bleacher logo stretching across your bleachers, open or closed. From the stair risers to the courtside seats, to the bleachers, rails and media platform, every surface can be branded with custom colors and logos.

Not every space needs the head to toe makeover; some just need a little something extra. The impact of step signs and graphic courtside seat graphics shouldn’t be overlooked nor underestimated. This is where the eyes of your fans and visitors will land most often so they’re a great place for a little update. During the game, all eyes are on the court. It’s only natural to dress that area well and the courtside strip is too often ignored.

All eyes fall on the stair risers, too. With each step you can emphasize what means most to your team and school. Your risers could list your core values, display your team’s name or add punch to your spirit message. Your aisles can do more than just carry feet; they can carry your message.

Those same messages can also help protect your fans and students. The ends of your bleachers can pose a danger. It’s an area that often falls victim to vandalism as well. No one of any age should be able to easily access this area when the bleachers are out. An easy to install safety end closure curtain can secure this spot with a sense of style. They attach permanently on old or new bleachers and could serve as a very visible “billboard” for major sponsors.

For the ultimate in game side seating comfort, a seat back is just the thing. Since they back your team, treat your season ticket holders or boosters to a little backing of their own. Courtside seating modules, spacers and backrests can be combined to support your fans as much as they support you. They are ergonomically designed and provide excellent mid-back support. Spacers provide about 25% more personal space for your guests and that will get people talking. You can even add cup holders to cut back on spills and make postgame clean-up less of a chore.

Enhancing your courts makes a difference. It’s time to take a look at the products that are truly game-changers.