Tension Football Safety Netting Systems
- Designed for football applications to catch field goals & PATs
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Tension Cable Design is ideal for High-Profile Venues, as there are no poles or major obstructions in the spectator’s line-of-sight
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Easily raise and lower net via pulley and vertical slide cable system
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Black Ultra Cross® Knotless Dyneema® Netting or #36 Nylon Netting (4″ Square Mesh Net with Rope Bound Perimeter)
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Custom sizes and configurations available to meet project-specific needs
Description
Football stadiums are designed for big plays and big kicks, but those kicks can send footballs well beyond the end zone. Tension football safety netting systems by Sportsfield Specialties help keep those balls contained by installing high-performance netting behind the goalposts. The system creates a protective barrier that helps stop footballs during field goal attempts, extra points, and kicking drills.
The tensioned design allows the netting to remain properly aligned while absorbing the impact of kicked footballs. By maintaining consistent tension across the system, the net provides dependable containment without blocking views of the field. This helps protect spectators, walkways, and nearby stadium infrastructure while keeping the focus on the game.
Tension football safety netting systems are commonly installed at high school stadiums, collegiate fields, and professional football venues. Whether part of a new stadium build or an upgrade to an existing field, these systems help facilities improve safety behind the uprights while maintaining a clean and professional stadium appearance.
Documentation
| Title | Size | Date added | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tension Football Safety Netting System Cut Sheet | 2.01 MB | 01-10-2025 | Download |
| FSNSTN - Tension Ball Safety Netting System Specification | 43.00 KB | 01-10-2025 | Download |
Frequently Asked Questions
A tension football safety netting system uses a cable-supported design to keep netting taut across a defined area. Sportsfield Specialties engineers these systems to create consistent ball containment while maintaining a clean, professional appearance that integrates into stadiums and athletic facilities.
Tension systems are ideal when facilities need large coverage areas with minimal visual obstruction. Sportsfield Specialties tension football safety netting systems are often selected for stadiums and high-profile fields where both performance and aesthetics are important.
Sportsfield Specialties specializes in custom-engineered solutions. Tension football safety netting systems can be designed to match specific dimensions, structural conditions, and performance requirements, ensuring a precise fit for each project.
By maintaining consistent tension across the net, Sportsfield Specialties systems help ensure reliable ball containment. This reduces the risk of footballs leaving the field of play and protects spectators, surrounding property, and adjacent activity areas.
Yes. These systems are commonly used in stadiums and large athletic complexes where durability, appearance, and performance are critical. Sportsfield Specialties designs its systems to meet the demands of high-visibility, high-traffic environments.
Yes. Due to the complexity of cable tensioning and structural integration, professional installation is typically recommended. Sportsfield Specialties provides guidance and expertise to ensure proper setup and optimal system performance.
Tension football safety netting systems provide a clean and professional appearance due to their taut design. Sportsfield Specialties tension netting systems are often chosen for facilities where aesthetics and visibility are just as important as functionality.