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Rich Township High School Athletic Sports Equipment | Basketball & Volleyball Systems + Fold Up Curtain Walls
Featured Project:
Rich Township High School Athletic Sports Equipment
Basketball & Volleyball Systems + Fold Up Curtains
Rich Township High School Athletic Sports Equipment | Basketball & Volleyball Systems + Fold Up Curtain Walls
Featured Project:
Rich Township High School Athletic Sports Equipment
Basketball & Volleyball Systems + Fold Up Curtains
Rich Township High School Athletic Sports Equipment | Basketball & Volleyball Systems + Fold Up Curtain Walls
Featured Project:
Rich Township High School Athletic Sports Equipment
Basketball & Volleyball Systems + Fold Up Curtains
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Rich Township High School Athletic Sports Equipment | Basketball & Volleyball Systems + Fold Up Curtain Walls

Published: 24 March 2026
Written by John Guccione
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Categories: Success Stories

Rich Township High School Athletic Sports Equipment | Basketball & Volleyball Systems + Fold Up Curtain Walls

Location: Richton Park, Illinois
Client: Rich Township High School (District 227)
Manufacturer: Gared Performance Sports Systems
Dealer: Carroll Seating Company

Delivering a High-Performance, Multi-Sport Athletic Facility

Carroll Seating Company was proud to partner with Rich Township High School in Richton Park, Illinois, alongside Gared Performance Sports Systems, to deliver a comprehensive athletic equipment solution designed for versatility, durability, and high-level performance. This project reflects a commitment to creating a gymnasium environment that supports multiple sports, maximizes space, and enhances the overall student-athlete experience.

Working in collaboration with Gared Performance Sports Systems, this installation brought together advanced equipment solutions engineered to meet the demands of modern athletic programs while ensuring long-term reliability and ease of use.

Project Scope

This project included the installation of a wide range of Gared Performance Sports Systems equipment throughout the facility, supporting basketball, volleyball, training, and multi-use activities.

  • (18) 3106 Single Post Front-Braced, Front-Folding Basketball Systems for competitive play and practice flexibility
  • (2) 4080 Multi-Sport Cages to support batting, training, and multi-sport use
  • (3) 6105 Volleyball Systems designed for durability and consistent performance

Divider Curtain Systems

  • (2) 4020 Fold-Up Curtains for efficient space division and multi-court use
  • (4) 4020 Radius Fold-Up Curtains allowing seamless integration with track layouts and unique gym configurations

Additional Gared Performance Sports Systems equipment was installed throughout the facility to ensure a cohesive, fully equipped athletic environment.

Why Gared Performance Sports Systems?

Gared Performance Sports Systems is known for designing and manufacturing high-performance athletic equipment trusted by schools and facilities across the country. Their products are engineered for durability, safety, and consistent performance, making them an ideal partner for large-scale school athletic projects like Rich Township High School.

A Facility Built for Versatility and Performance

The completed gymnasium now provides:

  • Flexible court configurations to support multiple sports simultaneously
  • Professional-grade basketball and volleyball systems for competition and training
  • Efficient space utilization with advanced divider curtain systems
  • Durable equipment built to withstand heavy daily use

Through this partnership, Carroll Seating Company and Gared Performance Sports Systems successfully delivered a dynamic athletic facility that meets the evolving needs of students, coaches, and the broader school community.

Looking to upgrade your athletic facility?
Contact us to learn more about how Carroll Seating Company can help you design and deliver high-performance sports environments tailored to your needs.

Drew Gough, Sales

Drew Gough,  Sales email our team
Drew graduated from Vermont Technical College in 2017 with an Associates degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. With brief experience in small Architectural and Civil firms in the Portland Maine area, Drew later settled in Hussey Seating Company for the past 5 years. Drew joined the CSC sales team in November of 2024 covering the state of Iowa as his sales territory. Drew has a strong technical background and is very passionate about the products he sells. He believes that a thorough understanding of the products combined with open communication with all parties is the key to success in this industry. Outside of work, Drew enjoys fitness related activities, being outdoors, attending concerts, and spending time with his wife, Emily.

Levi Curtis, Project Manager

Levi Curtis,  Project Manager & Estimator email our team
In my free time I enjoy hunting, fishing, and working on our farm with my sons.  My wife and I enjoy traveling and the chaos of the boy’s youth sports.

Tammy Winship, Accountant

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Kelli Brandon, Project Manager

Kelli Brandon,  Project Manager & Estimator email our team
When not at the office I enjoy painting, baking, and spending quality time with my three grandkids.  .

Mandy Kohlbrecher, Project Manager

Mandy Kohlbrecher,  Project Manager email our team

Mandy Kohlbrecher is a Senior Project Manager and Senior Estimator for Carroll Seating. She is from Trenton, IL and attended Art Institute (Chicago) and Rankin Technical College.

When she joined Carroll Seating in 2013, she brought 10 years of design experience in interiors and architecture to the team.

Eddie Scheer, Sales

Eddie Scheer,  Sales email our team

Eddie Scheer is Carroll Seating’s Regional Director for Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois.

He was born and raised in St. Louis, MO, a die-hard KU Jayhawks fan and graduate of the KU School of Architecture and Design. He has been with Carroll Seating over 11 years and prior to that time,  he served clients for 23 years as an architect.

Dustin Hecht, Project Manager

Dustin Hecht ,  Project Manager email our team
Dustin is a life-long woodworker with a passion for crafting. When he's not in the workshop, he might be found tinkering with cars or hitting the links for a round of golf. Dustin is a family man, happily married to Courtney, and together they have two daughters.

Mike Yager, Sales

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Doug Mead, General Manager KC and STL

Doug Mead,  Director of Labs and Casework email our team
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Jordon Lanning, Repair & Service

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John Underwood

John Underwood,  Warehouse Manager email our team
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Jacob

Jacob Allen,  Rproject Manager & Estimator  email our team
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Connie Gillam,  Repair & Service

Connie Gillam,  Repair & Service  email our team
When out and about I enjoy spending time with my husband Michael and our 5 grandkids.

Brock Christopher,  Sales

Brock Christopher,  Sales email our team
On the weekends and during the evenings, a majority of my time is spent playing soccer with my 7-year-old Kade or working on various projects with my 12-year-old Kael.  During the fall you can find me doing anything related to the KC Chiefs or Mizzou Tigers.

Stephanie Vogl,  R&S Admin

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Suzi Johnson,  Project Accountant

Suzi Johnson,  PM Coordinator email our team
I have spent most of my life in Illinois. I enjoy traveling and taking photos. I need coffee to function. My life revolves around my fur child, Norman.

Dineen O’Keeffe,  Project Accountant

Kevin Morkin,  Insurance / Warehouse email our team
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Dineen O’Keeffe,  Project Accountant

Dineen O’Keeffe,  Project Accountant  email our team
I enjoy spending time with my family. 

Sarah Maynes,  Project Manager/ Estimator

Sarah Maynes,  Project Manager/ Estimator  email our team
When I am not at work I enjoy baking.

PJ Carroll

Ludwig Hoeft,  Project Manager / Estimator email our team
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PJ Carroll

Sam Shapiro,  Project Manager  email our team

Sam is a safety trained supervisor of construction whose experience ranges from factory to field.

He enjoys hiking, road trips, and rock concerts.

Mike Gillam

Mike Gilliam     email our team
Director of Seating and Athletics
My life outside of the office consists of trips to remote locations and spending time with my family and five grandkids.  I love the Lord and doing His work.

PJ Carroll

Patrick J. Carroll,  Managing Partner email our team
Pat has been a dedicated member of the Carroll Seating Team since he joined full-time in 1977, after earning his bachelor’s in business from the University of Kansas. He initially gained hands-on experience as an installer during high school and college. In 1998, he was promoted to President, bringing extensive knowledge of both fixed and movable products to the role and focusing on promoting the features of CSC’s vendors for mutual success.  Outside of work, Pat cherishes time with his family, which includes the love of his life Suzy, their three children and four grandchildren. He enjoys golf, fishing, yard work, home projects, and entertaining, always striving to make the most of each day. 

Alexander Klopp

Alexander Klopp  Sales   email our team
When I am not in the office I enjoy my life in the western suburbs as a Husband of 30 years, father of 2 adult children and an active member in our local Presbyterian church. Passions include family adventures with one-of-a-kind experiences.

Tim Haggerty,  Sales  email our team

“When I am not working, I like to enjoy time with my family living an active life style that includes, live music, sporting events, golfing, fishing, and skiing.” 

 

Evan Carroll, Managing Partner email our team

Evan Carroll began working at Carroll Seating Company after graduating from Deerfield High School in 2003, though his connection to the business started much earlier—often spending Saturdays visiting job sites as a young boy and peeking under newly installed bleachers. He built the foundation of his career under the mentorship of his father, Patrick Carroll, learning the industry and the family business. Outside of work, Evan devotes as much time as possible to his family Brittany Carroll, and their two-year-old daughter, Skylar. A close circle of friends—and golf courses helps keep life balanced and the hard work meaningful.

Tom Madura,  Chief Financial Officer  email our team

Outside of the office, I love spending time with my wife, 3 kids and our dog!  My hobbies include playing golf and practicing guitar which I keep working at. 

Meredith Pollard (Carroll),  Managing Partner email our team
Meredith graduated from the University of Kansas in 2010 with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Minor in Business.  After pursuing a brief retail career, she joined CSC as a full-time employee in March of 2011. Originally hired in sales, Meredith found her fit in the company was better off in Management. She was promoted to the General Manager of the Chicago office in 2018. As General Manager, she believes that a motivated workforce is the foundation of success, and actively promotes collaboration, open communication, and skill development among all employees and believes that a successful business is built on strong relationships—both with clients and team members. When not at the office, Meredith enjoys her life in Roscoe Village, downtown, with her husband Mike and son Cameron. 

PJ Carroll

Patrick J. Carroll
President

Patrick Carroll, Jr. assumed the positions as President, in 1998.

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