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Game Court Questions? Ask Eric.
Ask Eric brings practical game court advice from Eric Meyer to homeowners, schools, churches, and facility managers. Drawing on decades of hands-on experience, Eric explains the choices behind indoor and outdoor courts. From finding room for pickleball to planning a complete gym, start here with the questions that matter to your project.
You do not need a finished plan to begin learning. Perhaps you want a backyard basketball court but have limited space. Or you may need to replace an aging gym floor. Each article explores a specific topic so you can understand your options before making decisions.
Explore Court Planning, Flooring, and Equipment
Good questions lead to better planning. For example, the space inside the court lines differs from the total area your project needs. Likewise, flooring, equipment, and access affect how a court works. Ask Eric explores these connections through clear explanations, drawings, and videos as the collection grows.
- Court dimensions and layouts: Explore space for basketball, pickleball, volleyball, or several sports.
- Costs and construction: Understand the choices that shape your project’s scope and budget.
- Indoor flooring: Consider gym use, existing floor conditions, and renovation goals.
- Outdoor courts: Learn about site preparation, foundations, drainage, fencing, and lighting.
- Equipment and care: Explore basketball goals, net systems, wall padding, and maintenance topics.
Experience Behind the Answers
Eric’s work spans court construction, flooring installation, and gym equipment. As a result, his advice considers how these parts fit together. He also uses CAD to help clients explore court layouts and can coordinate with their architect.
Some questions have a straightforward answer. Others depend on your space, preferred sports, or existing building. Therefore, these resources explain both the possibilities and the details that deserve a closer look. For more about Eric’s background, visit About Lone Star Game Courts.
Browse the articles below for practical guidance. You can also explore our indoor court projects and outdoor court gallery for ideas.
Answers to common questions.
PE Gym Floor Design That Supports Your Curriculum
PE gym floor design should start with the lessons teachers want to deliver. Basketball and volleyball lines may be part of that plan. However, daily classes may also need gathering spaces, activity stations, movement paths, and simple ways to organize groups.
Outdoor Court Lighting: Planning for Basketball and Pickleball
Outdoor court lighting involves more than choosing bright fixtures. Eric Meyer explains how court layout, pole placement, and nearby properties shape your lighting plan.
Gym Wall Padding: What to Consider Before Installation
Gym wall padding starts with your court layout and existing walls. Eric Meyer explains how doors, corners, mounting surfaces, and equipment affect installation planning.
Game Court Fencing: Ball Containment, Access, and Design
Game court fencing helps contain balls and organize access. Eric Meyer explains how your property, planned sports, and court layout shape the fencing plan.
How Much Does a Backyard Game Court Cost?
What goes into backyard game court cost? Eric Meyer explains the sitework, concrete, surfacing, equipment, fencing, and lighting behind a complete court quote.
How Much Does an Outdoor Game Court Cost?
Outdoor game court cost depends on site conditions, court size, surfacing, and equipment. Eric Meyer explains what to consider when planning your project budget.
How Much Does an Indoor Game Court Cost?
Indoor game court cost depends on your building, flooring, and equipment needs. Eric Meyer explains what shapes the budget for a gym renovation or a new court.
Pickleball Court Construction: What to Know Before You Build
Pickleball court construction starts with your property and how you plan to play. Eric Meyer explains layout, site preparation, surfacing, and equipment choices.
What Is the Best Gym Floor for Your Facility?
The best gym floor depends on your sports, daily activities, and building conditions. Eric Meyer explains what to consider when choosing flooring for your facility.
Multi-Sport Court Design: Can Basketball and Pickleball Share?
Multi-sport court design starts with the games you want to play. Eric Meyer explains how court dimensions, shared lines, and equipment affect your layout.
