Exploring Noise Management Solutions at the 2025 Technical Meeting in San Antonio

Eliot Arnold
Nov 18
3 min read

Noise control remains a critical challenge for both indoor and outdoor court builders. Excessive noise can affect player experience, disturb nearby communities, and even lead to regulatory issues. The 2025 Technical Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, offers a unique opportunity to explore practical noise management solutions tailored specifically for the sports court industry. From December 2 to 5, attendees will gather at the Grand Hyatt to engage with experts, learn about new technologies, and see live demonstrations that address noise risks effectively.

What to Expect at the 2025 Technical Meeting

This event is ASBA’s signature gathering, designed to bring together professionals who build and maintain sports courts. The agenda includes educational sessions, networking opportunities, and industry insights that focus on improving court construction and management. One highlight is the demonstration by SLN/CR of their Noise Risk Assessment program. This program shows how builders can measure, analyze, and manage noise levels to create better environments for players and neighbors alike.

The demonstration will cover:

How to conduct noise assessments on both indoor and outdoor courts
Strategies to reduce noise impact without compromising court quality
Tools and technology that support ongoing noise management

This hands-on approach helps attendees understand the practical steps needed to address noise concerns from the ground up.

Why Noise Management Matters for Court Builders

Noise is more than just an annoyance; it can influence the success of a sports facility. Courts located near residential areas often face complaints that can lead to restrictions or costly modifications. Managing noise proactively helps avoid these issues and enhances the reputation of builders and facility operators.

Key reasons to focus on noise management include:

Player comfort: Excessive noise can distract players and reduce enjoyment.
Community relations: Lower noise levels help maintain good relationships with neighbors.
Regulatory compliance: Many local governments have noise ordinances that courts must meet.
Long-term savings: Addressing noise early prevents expensive retrofits later.

By integrating noise management into the design and construction phases, builders can deliver courts that meet both performance and environmental standards.

How the Noise Risk Assessment Program Supports Builders

SLN/CR’s Noise Risk Assessment program offers a structured way to evaluate noise challenges and implement solutions. The program uses advanced measurement tools combined with expert analysis to identify noise sources and their impact.

The program’s benefits include:

Accurate noise measurement: Using calibrated equipment to capture real-time sound levels.
Customized recommendations: Tailored advice based on court type, location, and surroundings.
Actionable noise control strategies: Practical steps such as sound barriers, surface materials, and layout adjustments.
Ongoing monitoring: Tools to track noise over time and ensure compliance.

This approach helps builders make informed decisions and demonstrate their commitment to responsible construction.

Practical Examples of Noise Management in Action

Several court builders have successfully applied noise management techniques to improve their projects. For example:

A community basketball court near residential homes installed sound-absorbing fencing and used rubberized court surfaces to reduce noise reflection.
An indoor tennis facility incorporated acoustic panels on walls and ceilings, cutting down echo and improving player focus.
A multi-use sports complex used the Noise Risk Assessment program to identify peak noise times and adjusted scheduling to minimize disturbances.

These examples show how combining assessment with targeted solutions leads to better outcomes for everyone involved.

Networking and Learning Opportunities

The 2025 Technical Meeting also provides a platform for professionals to connect and share experiences. Builders, architects, engineers, and facility managers can exchange ideas about noise management and other challenges in court construction.

Attendees will benefit from: