Sportscapers Construction Inc.

What Sportscapers Construction Inc. does

Sportscapers Construction Inc. is a Houston, Texas-based design-build sports construction firm founded in 1997 by Rod Thompson. The company specializes in turnkey installation of athletic courts and fields for residential, commercial, educational, and institutional customers, with a service area spanning the Greater Houston region and broader Texas markets. Over its 28-year history, the company has completed more than 2,500 courts and 253 athletic fields, building a portfolio that includes named engagements with the Houston Rockets (NBA Draft installation at Toyota Center), Chevron Phillips (corporate wellness facility in The Woodlands), multiple YES Prep campuses, YMCA of Southeast Texas (8-court complex with 25,000 sf of surfacing at Port Arthur), and dedicated pickleball operators such as SUPR Pickleball and Pickle Lab.

Core technical capabilities center on Sport Court modular athletic tile surfacing, post-tensioned concrete bases, SportMaster acrylic sport surfaces, and synthetic turf systems engineered for Houston's heat, humidity, and clay-rich soils. The firm operates as the exclusive authorized Sport Court dealer for greater Houston, also distributing SportMaster acrylic surfacing, Qualite sports lighting, Spalding equipment, and Geo Surfaces products. In-house design-build includes 3D architectural visualization, laser grading, drainage engineering, and full project management from site preparation through fencing, lighting, landscaping, shade structures, LED video signage, audio/visual systems, and ongoing maintenance. Product breadth now extends beyond courts into the Ultimate Backyard integrated outdoor-living concept, padel courts, baseball fields, commercial playgrounds, and event equipment rentals.

The revenue model blends one-time construction projects (residential courts typically $15,000–$50,000+, commercial projects quoted individually) with recurring maintenance services, event equipment rentals, and a franchise/dealer program that charges $25,000–$60,000 territorial fees, 5% weekly royalties on dealer gross revenue, and a 2% brand development fee. Go-to-market combines direct field sales with inside sales via phone and web inquiries, channel sales through the dealer network, and competitive bidding for municipal and commercial projects. The company is privately held and founder-owned with no disclosed external funding.

Name

Sportscapers Construction Inc.

Legal name

Sportscapers Construction Inc.

Website

https://sportscapers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sportscapers Construction Inc. is a Houston, Texas-based design-build sports construction firm founded in 1997 that installs athletic courts, fields, and complementary outdoor amenities for residential, educational, commercial, and institutional customers across the greater Houston area and broader Texas markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Facility Construction

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Sports & Recreation Facility Construction (Stadiums, Arenas, Community Centers) (IMAFACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hospitality & Entertainment Venue Construction (IMAFACAC), Physical Education & Athletics Equipment (Gym, Sports Gear, Scoreboards) (EDAEAIAG)

Keywords

• Sports court construction
• Athletic facility construction
• Pickleball court builder
• Tennis court construction
• Backyard sports surfaces

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Athletic Court Construction: Design-build construction of residential and commercial sports courts including basketball, tennis, pickleball, batting cages, and multi-sport facilities. Includes site preparation, concrete installation, surfacing, fencing, lighting, and accessories. Project-based pricing ranging from $15,000 to $50,000+ for residential courts.
2. Court Maintenance Services: Ongoing maintenance services including cleaning, refinishing, power-washing, line touch-ups, net/hoop replacement, and resurfacing. Extends court lifespan and provides recurring service revenue.
3. Dealer/Franchise Program: Licensed dealer network generating revenue through franchise fees ($25,000-$60,000 territory fees), weekly royalties (5% of gross revenue), brand development fees (2% of gross revenue), and training programs.
4. Event Equipment Rental: Rental of modular court surfaces, basketball hoops, and sports equipment for commercial events, TV productions, and corporate tournaments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Sportscapers Construction Inc. is a Houston-based design-build firm that constructs residential and commercial sports courts and athletic facilities, including basketball, tennis, pickleball, padel, batting cages, putting greens, golf simulators, and full-size athletic fields. The company provides end-to-end services covering 3D design, site preparation, post-tensioned concrete bases, modular Sport Court tile or acrylic surfacing, fencing, lighting, landscaping, and ongoing maintenance. It also operates a dealer/franchise network that licenses the Sportscapers build process to independent operators in exclusive territories.

Product overview

Sportscapers Construction Inc. is a sports facility construction company offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services for residential and commercial clients. The core offerings center on Sport Court modular surfaces and custom athletic court construction, including basketball courts, tennis courts, pickleball courts, batting cages, and multi-sport facilities. The company provides an integrated design-build approach through its Ultimate Backyard concept, combining sports court installation with complementary services including landscaping, artificial turf, fencing, lighting, audio/visual systems, and shade structures. Commercial offerings extend to athletic field construction, indoor gym flooring, playground installation, padel courts, and baseball fields. The company operates as an authorized dealer for Sport Court, Sport Master, Spalding, and Geo Surfaces brands, and distributes Qualite sports lighting products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sport Court Residential Surfaces Certified Sport Court modular tile surfaces for residential backyards, designed for multi-sport play including basketball, tennis, and pickleball, with shock-absorbing technology and weather-resistant textures. Sold to homeowners seeking professional-grade backyard athletic surfaces.
• Residential Basketball Court Construction Custom backyard basketball court design and installation with expert site preparation, drainage, premium surfaces, and professional hoop systems for residential properties. Sold to homeowners.
• Residential Tennis Court Construction Professional residential tennis court construction featuring customized base engineering for Houston's clay-rich terrain, precision slab installation, and high-performance acrylic or cushioned sport court surfaces. Sold to homeowners.
• Pickleball Court Construction Custom indoor and outdoor pickleball court design and build services for residential and commercial properties, featuring durable materials and professional installation.
• Batting Cage Installation Indoor and outdoor batting cage construction for residential and commercial use, offering customized solutions with nylon, polyethylene, or vinyl-coated polyester netting options.
• Residential Putting Green

Quantifiable outcome

• Routine maintenance can reduce operating costs by up to 30%
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Sport CourtcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerExclusive authorized dealer for Sport Court brand modular athletic surfaces in the greater Houston area. Sport Court is a leading manufacturer of interlocking sports flooring with shock-absorbing technology. Only authorized dealers can guarantee authenticity and quality of Sport Court products and installation.
• SportMastercoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAuthorized dealer for SportMaster acrylic sport surfacing systems, providing 100% acrylic resins and vibrant fade-resistant pigments for tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts.
• SpaldingminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAuthorized dealer for Spalding basketball equipment and accessories.
• Geo SurfacesminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAuthorized dealer for Geo Surfaces athletic surfacing products.
• QualitecoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer for Qualite sports lighting systems. Qualite provides high-quality, energy-efficient LED sports lighting, poles, control cabinets, and monitoring systems for athletic fields throughout Texas.
• All Play SystemsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHouston-based commercial playground installation company delivering turnkey playground solutions. All Play Systems provides ASTM, ADA, and CPSC compliant playground equipment including slides, jungle gyms, fitness structures, and theme structures. Sportscapers partners with them for playground installation projects.
• NCAAflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerSport Court partners with NCAA for collegiate athletics support. Sportscapers benefits from this partnership as an authorized Sport Court dealer, enhancing credibility for school and university projects.
• USA VolleyballflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerSport Court partnership with USA Volleyball. Sportscapers installs Sport Court surfaces for volleyball facilities as part of this national partnership.
• US Soccer FoundationflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerSport Court partnership supporting soccer field development. The foundation works to grow the sport through facility development programs.
• Nike - Tournament of ChampionsflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerSport Court partnership with Nike for Tournament of Champions youth basketball events. High-profile event partnerships enhance brand credibility.
• FIBAflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerSport Court partnership with FIBA (International Basketball Federation). Certifies Sport Court surfaces for international basketball competitions.
• World Ventures Foundation / Dream CourtsflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerSport Court partnership with Dream Courts initiative to build courts in underserved communities.
• Nancy Lieberman FoundationflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerSport Court partnership with basketball legend Nancy Lieberman's foundation supporting youth basketball development and court construction.

Scale indicators5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SYNLawn: Manufacturer and franchise installer of artificial turf for residential, commercial, and sports applications including putting greens and play areas. Comparable on residential synthetic turf and putting green product line as well as dealer-based expansion model.
• Beynon Sports Surfaces: Designer and builder of running tracks, tennis courts, and athletic surfaces with deep institutional customer base. Comparable on sports surfacing construction, premium commercial/school customer segments, and turnkey project delivery.
• Southwest Greens: Franchise-based artificial turf installation company serving residential putting greens, lawns, and sport surfaces. Comparable on residential backyard sport/putting green product line, franchise/dealer growth model, and Houston/Sun Belt market overlap.
• A-Turf: Athletic field and track construction company providing design, installation, and surfacing for schools, municipalities, and sports complexes. Comparable on athletic facility construction services, school/municipal customer base, and end-to-end design-build delivery.
• The Recreational Group: Sports and recreational facility construction firm offering court and field construction, surfacing, and equipment installation. Closely comparable on residential/commercial athletic court construction product line and turnkey service model.
• Premier Sports Construction: Specialty sports construction firm building tennis, basketball, pickleball, and multi-sport courts for residential and commercial clients. Closely comparable on product mix (residential and commercial courts), customer segments, and direct-to-consumer project pricing model.

Broad incumbents

• FieldTurf: Leading manufacturer and installer of artificial turf for athletic fields and sport facilities across North America. Comparable on athletic surface installation, commercial/school customer base, and end-to-end project delivery.
• Hellas Construction: Large US athletic construction firm specializing in synthetic turf fields, running tracks, and sports surfacing for schools, municipalities, and pro venues. Comparable on sports facility construction services, customer base (schools/municipalities), and turnkey design-build delivery model.
• Sport Court: Manufacturer of modular athletic surfacing tiles and Sportscapers' primary OEM partner. Operates its own dealer/installer network nationwide and is the underlying brand Sportscapers is authorized to sell — directly comparable on product, customer segment, and technology base.

Emerging players

• All Play Systems: Houston-based commercial playground installation company partnered with Sportscrapers for playground projects. Comparable as a regional specialty contractor in Houston offering complementary recreational facility installation services to schools and HOAs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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