Business Details
27 Years
experience
Expert Sports Field Construction Services in Texas
Founded in 1999, Fielder's Choice has emerged as a leader in sports field construction, sitework, and paving across Texas. With over 16 years of specialized experience, our company has successfully completed more than 400 athletic field projects, including football, baseball, soccer, and lacrosse fields, alongside running tracks and field event areas. Our expertise in soil stabilization, drainage installation, automated irrigation systems, and laser grading ensures long-lasting, high-performance facilities tailored to client needs. Our team, led by ex-MLB professional Phil Garner and veteran construction expert Tom Worthen, combines decades of hands-on experience with cutting-edge techniques to deliver precision-crafted solutions. We prioritize adherence to civil engineering standards and local regulations, ensuring every project meets rigorous quality and safety benchmarks.Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by partnerships with over 100 school districts and municipalities statewide, including Klein ISD, Spring ISD, and CY Fair, where we've transformed over 7,000 games' worth of playing surfaces. By maintaining full in-house control over critical processesfrom site analysis to final grow-in maintenancewe guarantee unmatched reliability and accountability in every phase of construction. Our investment in advanced equipment, such as GPS-guided grading systems, allows us to execute complex projects efficiently while maintaining industry-leading accuracy within budgetary constraints. With a focus on enduring client relationships and continuous innovation, we remain dedicated to advancing sports infrastructure standards across Texas and beyond.
Services
Sports Field Construction
Track Installation
Sitework Services
Paving Solutions
Drainage Systems
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We've constructed over 400 athletic fields since 1999 across Texas school districts.
- Our crews implement advanced drainage and irrigation systems for optimal field performance.
- Majority owner Phil Garner brings professional sports expertise from 16 MLB seasons.
- 20+ years of paving experience with precision concrete and asphalt applications.
- Full-service approach handles projects from soil stabilization to final maintenance
Services
Sports Field Construction
We construct custom athletic fields for football, baseball, soccer and lacrosse with precision grading, drainage systems, and USGA-approved root zones. Our 16-year expertise ensures optimal playing surfaces meeting NCAA and UIL standards while accommodating budget constraints. Each project includes comprehensive soil analysis and maintenance planning for long-term performance.
Track & Field Installation
Our track installations feature engineered drainage systems, precision asphalt applications, and bonded surfaces meeting IAAF specifications. We construct long jump runways, shot-put areas, and field event zones with shock-absorbing materials. Projects include laser-leveling for 400m oval tracks and straightaway systems for multi-sport complexes across Texas high schools.
Sitework Services
We handle site preparation including mass excavation, soil stabilization, and dewatering for sports facilities. Our team manages differing soil types and moisture conditions using geo-grids and compaction equipment to create stable foundations. Services include utility trenching and grading for subsequent paving or field construction across Houston-area school districts.
Paving Solutions
Our paving division delivers durable concrete and asphalt surfaces for sports venue access roads, parking lots, and walkways. With 20+ years of experience, we implement proper expansion joints, rebar reinforcement, and ADA-compliant finishes. Projects range from small school district repairs to full-scale commercial site developments with traffic flow optimization.
Drainage Systems
We design and install custom drainage systems for sports fields and facilities, featuring subsurface piping, catch basins, and swales. Our solutions prevent water accumulation on playing surfaces using civil-engineered plans that meet local permitting requirements. Services include retrofitting existing fields and integrating drainage with irrigation systems for optimal moisture control.
People
Phil Garner
Majority Owner
Former MLB player and manager with 16 professional seasons and World Series championship experience. Brings industry expertise to Fielder's Choice, ensuring athletic field designs meet professional performance standards while mentoring teams on construction best practices.
Tom Worthen
VP of Paving Operations
Construction leader with over 20 years of sports field experience, managing Houston area projects including University of Houston's Softball Field and Big League Dreams Complex. Oversees daily operations and technical implementation of paving and athletic facility projects with precise execution standards.
Questions
What sports field construction services do you offer?
We construct football, baseball, soccer, and lacrosse fields with drainage systems, irrigation, and USGA-approved root zones.
How many athletic fields have you built?
Fielder's Choice has completed over 400 sports field projects since our founding in 1999 across Texas.
Do you handle both natural and artificial turf fields?
Yes, our crews install both natural sod and synthetic turf systems with proper drainage and compaction.
What paving services do you provide?
We offer concrete and asphalt paving for sports venue access roads, parking lots, and ADA-compliant walkways.
Which Texas school districts do you serve?
We work with Katy, Cy Fair, Klein, Lamar Consolidated, Goose Creek, and 100+ districts statewide.
Do you install competition track surfaces?
Yes, we build IAAF-compliant tracks with proper drainage, asphalt base, and bonded running surfaces.
