By Matt Browning
Hellas Construction recently installed Matrix Helix synthetic turf at the Speedway Village Fieldhouse in Lincoln, Nebraska.
“The old artificial turf was tired and approaching dangerous for athletes,” said Sara Martin, Speedway Village Executive Project Developer. “We needed better and knew the technology of artificial turf production and install had significantly evolved over the last decade. Our primary focus is soccer, so after some research combined with Nebraska’s best soccer expert advice, it was apparent this turf is what kids deserved.”
Martin said Speedway Village also hired Hellas for a separate project inside the fieldhouse.
“We also hired Hellas to turf our upper indoor mezzanine space,” Martin said. “Over the 12-year life span of the building, this area has served offices, team gatherings, and spectator viewing. The exponential growth of 402 Development Academy soccer in Lincoln demanded another flexible training space, so Hellas transformed it as visioned. Now the upper mezzanine is ideal for speed / agility training, small group work, and soccer touch drills.”
Speedway Village’s relationship with Hellas was solid from the first phone call and led to an efficient and effective relationship throughout the entire project.
“John Dorsett was an excellent project manager,” Martin said. “He visited the site pre-install, and patiently answered lingering questions about process. The crew John sent to Lincoln for install was outstanding. My bachelor’s degree is in Art Education, so I am trained with a discerning eye for design and execution. The crew consulted me about the fine finishing details that matter and watching them work was mesmerizing. They are turf artists.”
