ABOUT PITCHES FOR AFRICA
Pitches for Africa was founded in December 2015 with the idea of providing mobile cricket pitches to schools and organisations who is passionate about developing the game of cricket.
The cricket challenges in South Africa and throughout Africa, is the impact the playing surfaces have on the performance of the game for young and upcoming cricketers.
One of the consequences of young cricketers beginning their cricket pathway on these cricket surfaces results in a lack of skill development and confidence, hence players do not reach their full potential. In some instances, it has become a “hit and miss game”. The unpredictable bounce on these unsporting surfaces certainly is disadvantageous to the young player.
The idea became a reality and we have launched Pitches to Africa.
About the Products
Our products are all “proudly made in South Africa”. The materials used have specifically designed to meet the rigors of the harsh Africa conditions and have Eco-Friendly credentials.
10MM GRASS ASTRO TURF BASE IS ENHANCED BY:
- a unique permanently bonded dynamic rubber base designed to help regulate the ball bounce
- built in rubber bumpers enable a smooth and safe transition by the bowler from the outfield to the playing surface
- 6 anchor points are installed to assist with the stabilization of each end and to ensure the mat lies flat.
- There is no SLIPPAGE
- A durable puncture resistance surface offering a long lifespan, player comfort and underfoot grip
- Pitches for Africa Insta-PITCH ™M1- system is specially formulated to provide over 1200% elasticity and 100% memory
- The surface colour is green to enable the ball to be viewed easily
- The dynamic playing base fully bonds on contact with the surface and sets as a seamless dynamic playing base
Benefits
- The pitches are mobile
- Can be rolled on most surface types; I.e. ground, grass, turf and concrete
- Weight is manageable and can be carried by 4 medium sized men
- Minimal maintenance required
- Quick and hassle free setup
- Playable within 15 minutes after a thunderstorm
Opportunities
- Involve communities, by giving children the opportunity to play in their own community without having to travel
- Developing skills and grow cricket in disadvantaged communities where infrastructure is challenging
- Making cricket accessible to all cricketers in schools and hubs