La Tennis court at the Camino Viejo Municipal Sports Centre, in TomaresThe court has a new surface and has become one of the key tennis venues in the municipality. The City Council has carried out a specific renovation of the facility, replacing the old surface with a new one. synthetic artificial turf last generation, a much-anticipated improvement for regular users of the sports complex.
With this action, the council gives a qualitative leap in the supply of sports infrastructure of the town. It's not just an aesthetic change: the new turf is designed to offer greater comfort, stability and safety during the game, thus responding to the demands of many racket sports fans who were calling for more modern surfaces adapted to current standards.
New artificial turf tennis court on Camino Viejo
The intervention has focused on the comprehensive renovation of the Camino Viejo tennis court, one of the most used facilities in the municipal sports center. The facility now has a Artificial synthetic turf specifically designed for tennisThis puts it in line with other modern tracks being installed in Spain and in different parts of Europe for this type of sport.
This change has one notable feature: it is The first tennis court in Tomares to feature Compograss artificial turfUntil now, none of the municipality's tennis courts offered this type of pavement, so the intervention is considered an innovative measure within the plan to update local sports facilities.
The City Council emphasizes that the choice of this material is not accidental. The installed synthetic turf is state-of-the-art.Designed to withstand intensive use throughout the year and adapt to climatic conditions, especially to continuous exposure to the sun, which is very common in Andalusia.
The renovated track of the Old Road thus becomes a a landmark for tennis lovers in Tomaresoffering an alternative to traditional surfaces and bringing users closer to a type of flooring that is becoming increasingly common in larger sports clubs and complexes.
The city council emphasizes that this action is part of a sustained commitment to modern, safe and quality facilities, with the aim of promoting sports practice among residents of all ages and improving the experience of those who already regularly use the sports center.
Technical characteristics of the new artificial turf
The flooring installed on the Camino Viejo tennis court corresponds to the model of Compograss lawna system specifically designed for racket sports. One of its key features lies in the composition of its fibers, which are made of 100% polyethylene straight fiber, a material widely used in sports surfaces due to its resistance and uniform behavior.
This lawn features a approximate thickness of 110 micronsThis technical detail directly influences the durability and responsiveness of the surface. This thickness allows for a good balance between impact cushioning and ball speedThis is especially relevant in the practice of tennis, where the bounce must be predictable and stable to guarantee a fluid game.
Another important aspect is its high resistance to ultraviolet (UV) raysThe surface is designed to maintain its properties and color during long periods of sun exposure, reducing premature wear and extending the pavement's lifespan, which is crucial in warm climates with many hours of sunlight.
According to the City Council, the chosen material offers a optimal performance under intensive use and climatic conditions typical of the environment, which translates into fewer deep maintenance interventions and greater availability of the track for users throughout the year.
Overall, the technical characteristics of Compograss turf allow for a homogeneous, stable and comfortable surface, suitable for both frequent training sessions and more demanding matches between experienced players.
Greater playing comfort and reduced risk of injury
One of the elements that has been most taken into account when choosing the new pavement has been the player safety and injury preventionCompograss turf, being made with high-end fibers, provides a more comfortable playing feel than other types of harder surfaces.
Among the main advantages of this artificial turf for tennis These include greater joint comfort, improved cushioning, and a reduction in repetitive impacts. All of this helps to reduce the risk of sprains, strains and muscle discomfortespecially in players who train regularly.
The surface also improves the interaction between the player and the ballThe bounce tends to be more consistent and predictable, which facilitates rallies and allows players to quickly adapt to the pace of the match. This consistency of the bounce is key to a fluid game and allows players to anticipate movements more easily.
Another relevant aspect is the controlled slip that grass offers. Unlike other surfaces where the foot can be too fixed or, on the contrary, slip excessively, this pavement seeks an intermediate point: it allows slight sliding in certain movements, but maintaining the necessary stability to avoid falls or sudden turns.
These features make the Camino Viejo tennis court a A suitable option for both regular athletes and occasional userswho can enjoy a more enjoyable gaming experience, regardless of their level or age.
An action framed within the sports modernization of Tomares
The renovation of the Camino Viejo tennis court is not an isolated event, but rather part of a larger project. municipal strategy for improving sports facilitiesThe Tomares Town Council has been working on the progressive updating of different spaces, with the aim of bringing them up to the level of current user demands.
Mayor, Jose Maria SorianoHe personally visited the track to see the results of the intervention firsthand. During his visit, he highlighted that the Camino Viejo Municipal Sports Centre starts the year with a major improvement, by finally having a tennis court equipped with this type of synthetic turf, something that did not exist in the municipality until now.
As the councilor has emphasized, it is a Innovation for TomaresThis is especially important because this type of surface is increasingly in demand by athletes and fans. The new surface, therefore, responds to a real need expressed by the public, who had been calling for more modern facilities adapted to current trends in racket sports.
The city council insists that the priority is to offer safe, comfortable and quality sports facilities for allFrom casual tennis players to those who train more intensely, the renovation of the Camino Viejo court is seen as another step in an effort to establish Tomares as a municipality with a comprehensive and up-to-date sports network.
The new artificial turf track joins others modernization works at the sports center and reinforces the image of these facilities as a regular meeting point for residents who want to incorporate sport into their daily lives without having to travel to other municipalities or private clubs.
The transformation of the Old Road tennis court with artificial turf This marks a turning point in the sports offerings of Tomares: from now on, users have a more comfortable, safe and modern facility, which incorporates a state-of-the-art surface, reduces the risk of injuries and improves the quality of play, while consolidating the municipal commitment to continue renewing and taking care of its sports infrastructure.
