An article about the NewYork Mets’ dugout gives us a look into the dugout and its parts as well as
the unwritten rules of sitting in the benches. This is where the players
prepare and rest during the game, cheer on their teammates, and talk about
strategies. Needless to say, players may spend as much time on the benches as
in the field, especially in baseball. Thus, designing and planning the dugout is as important as the
field. The player bench must be safe, durable, and sturdy.
Choosing a player bench is dependent on factors such as
length, seating capacity, and the support required. Depending on the sports’
needs, get a bench without a backrest, with a backrest, or with a backrest and
a shelf as well. For example, soccer teams don’t have a lot of equipment. A
bench without backrest might do well in this case. However, for sports like
baseball, football, and hockey where players wear helmets, gloves/mitts, and padding, it is suitable to include
a shelf for them to stack their gear on. Players can also sit on the shelf for
an elevated view of the field. A bench with a backrest assures that the players
can rest and sit back comfortably.
Dugout benches can be made from different kind of materials such as wood, expanded steel covered with PVC, and aluminum. Wooden benches are cheap but have a shorter lifespan. Benches made from steel are easy to maintain. Aluminum benches are rustproof and durable. Look for benches that are heavy-duty and low maintenance. You should also look for the option of customizing the color of the benches to match your team’s colors.
Also, choose the type of mounting depending on your needs.
Player benches can be portable meaning not mounted, surface mounted where
screws are drilled on the surface but can be dismounted afterwards and moved to
a different location, or mounted in-ground where the poles are drilled several
inches into the ground.
As the owner of the field,
it is necessary to provide a comfortable and safe dugout for the team. Team
members should only think about the game and not be worried about their safety
while off the field.
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