The Lindemann Family, an active hockey family, moved into a new lakeside home and needed a durable athletic court to replace an unused garden space. However, tight job site access and surrounding brick walls required specialized installation techniques.
The Lindemann family, commissioning their second court build in Whitefish Bay, WI, wanted a dedicated training area overlooking Lake Michigan. Having sold their previous home with the original court included, they sought a high-durability surface built specifically for roller hockey, floor hockey, and skating practice. The installation team utilized expertise in North Shore site navigation to execute the build via a wisconsin residential court builder.
Key Takeaways
- THE CHALLENGEExtremely tight access on a North Shore site near brick walls required precise construction and wall protection.
- THE APPLICATIONA custom PowerGame Plus surface was installed with 24 feet of wall padding and a Four Nations USA logo.
- THE RESULTUnused garden space was repurposed into a durable hockey court visible directly from the home office.
Because roller hockey puts intense wear on modular tile systems, standard cushioned surfaces were set aside in favor of PowerGame Plus. This stiffer tile formulation offers higher impact resistance to handle inline skate wheels and hockey pucks. To shield surrounding brick masonry and perimeter fencing from stray pucks, 24 feet of heavy-duty protective wall padding was mounted.
Project Summary
| Client Profile: |
The Lindemann Family |
| Project Location: |
Whitefish Bay, WI |
| Primary Objective: |
Transform a courtyard garden into a roller hockey court protected by specialized padding from a custom court builder. |
| System Installed: |
PowerGame Plus high-durability surface featuring a USA Four Nations center logo, custom red goal creases, and 24 feet of wall padding. |
| Measurable Impact: |
Repurposed an unused courtyard into a high-impact hockey arena positioned directly within sight of the home office. |
Working Within Constrained North Shore Courtyards
Installing athletic courts on this historic Whitefish Bay property offered only narrow access to the selected courtyard, with brick masonry and fencing located close to the planned court base, all limiting heavy machinery access. Concrete pouring required precise planning to navigate narrow accessways without disturbing existing courtyard structures.
The chosen location was previously an unmaintained garden area. Excavators prepped the soil directly alongside a brick boundary wall and perimeter fence, converting idle ground into a solid concrete foundation.
Selecting Hockey-Grade Surfacing & Accessories
While softer modular tiles excel for basketball and pickleball, inline skating requires a stiffer tile structure. The installation crew deployed PowerGame Plus modular flooring, engineered from high-impact polypropylene to prevent tile flexing under skate wheels.
"Nobody has the experience or expertise to know how to pull this off when rubber meets the road and we got to get concrete into a spot that wasn't designed to have concrete. PowerGame Plus is a little stiffer, a little harder, and more durable for skating." - (Alec, C&C Courts Inc. - Sport Court Wi)
A custom Four Nations USA center logo was applied alongside hand-painted red goal creases using marine-grade polyurethane paint. To protect the surrounding brick structure from high-speed puck impacts, 24 feet of protective wall padding was installed along the perimeter. Explore our outdoor sport court surfaces for specialized athletic tile options.
Long-Term Durability & Multi-Sport Functionality
The completed PowerGame Plus surface delivered smooth skate travel and predictable puck response. The protective wall padding effectively absorbed ball and puck impacts, preventing masonry damage and lowering noise levels across the courtyard.
Positioned directly outside the father's home office window, the new court provided a safe, contained athletic area for the family's young hockey players. The project demonstrated how compact, constrained North Shore yards can be successfully converted into functional sports spaces.
Transform Unused Yard Space Into an Athletic Court
Our team brings specialized expertise to tight job sites, historic properties, and custom multi-sport installations across Wisconsin's North Shore. We match precise surface specifications to your family's exact athletic training goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Sport Court surface is best for roller hockey in Whitefish Bay?
PowerGame Plus is recommended for inline skating and roller hockey. Its stiffer, high-impact polypropylene formulation provides a firm surface that withstands skate wheel pressure and delivers smooth puck movement.
How do you protect surrounding brick walls from hockey pucks?
Heavy-duty, weather-resistant wall padding is mounted directly to brick walls or perimeter fencing surrounding the court. This padding absorbs high-speed puck impacts, preventing structural masonry damage and dampening noise.
Does installing a Sport Court increase home resale value?
Yes. Professionally installed athletic courts are highly desirable features for active families. In many cases, buyers specifically request that the court remain intact as a condition of property sales.
