Durable Sport Sod for Athletic Fields

Need tough, resilient sod for your athletic field? Saratoga Sod provides top-notch solutions to ensure a durable, playable surface. Our grass is specifically chosen for its ability to withstand heavy use, recover quickly from wear and tear, and maintain its beauty. Just like the many sports fields we’ve installed throughout the Northeast, your field can benefit from Saratoga Sod’s long-lasting performance.

Why Choose Natural Grass for Your Sports Field?

  • Performance: Natural grass provides a consistent, dynamic playing surface that responds naturally to player movement. Unlike artificial turf, it offers optimal traction and reduces the risk of slips and falls.
  • Cost-Effective: With proper care, natural grass lasts for years, requiring less maintenance and avoiding the hefty cost of replacement.
  • Reduced Injury Risk: Studies have shown that athletes experience fewer injuries on natural grass fields compared to synthetic surfaces. The softer, more forgiving nature of real grass helps to absorb impact and prevent lower-body injuries.

Need help with functional and safe sports field strategies? Check out Cornell’s Safe Sports Fields guide!

Types of Sod for Athletic Fields

Athletes demand a playing surface that can withstand intense competition. That’s why we offer premium sod varieties specifically designed to meet the rigorous needs of your athletic field.

Kentucky Bluegrass

Kentucky Bluegrass is a popular choice for athletic fields due to its exceptional durability and resilience. Able to withstand high-traffic conditions, this sod is ideal for sports like soccer, football, and baseball, and more! Kentucky bluegrass establishes and fills in bare spots quickly to create a smooth, even playing surface, allowing for consistent play and faster recovery after games.

Scotts ProVista Kentucky Bluegrass

This premium sod boasts all the benefits of Kentucky bluegrass plus higher shade tolerance, increased weed control, and requires less mowing than other sod grass types! ProVista provides a rich, green playing surface that performs well under pressure, making it another favorite for athletic fields

Big Sod Grass Roll

Large Sod Rolls for Sports Fields

For efficient installation, we offer Big Rolls of sod (4′ wide x 83.25′ long) that are ideal for large open areas. Each one of our Big Rolls weighs approximately 1,000 pounds!