This Michigan State University practice court floor was manufactured by Robbins Sports Surfaces LLC. (Courtesy photo)

CINCINNATI, Ohio – As the excitement of NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship Tournament tips off, many of the nation’s top programs continue their pursuit of postseason success on courts built by Robbins Sports Surfaces, LLC. From preseason preparation to high-stakes conference play, Robbins flooring systems serve as the foundation for elite college basketball programs across the country.

“March is one of the most exciting times in college basketball and we’re proud to support so many programs competing at the Division I level,” said John Ficks, global sales and marketing manager for Robbins Sports Surfaces, LLC. “While the tournament captures the nation’s attention, the work that leads to that moment happens all season long on home courts where athletes train, compete and grow.”

Established as a flooring installation company in 1894, Robbins manufactures high-performance maple and synthetic flooring systems for sports and performing arts venues that can be found in 70 countries. Robbins’ flooring systems are used by National Basketball Association and Women’s National Basketball Association professional teams; National Collegiate Athletic Association programs; and thousands of school, college, university, and recreational facilities across the United States, Canada and the world.

Throughout the season, Robbins courts support 33 of the 68 teams competing for a title in both game-day arenas and practice facilities, helping athletes train, compete and perform at the highest levels. Designed with player safety and performance in mind, Robbins flooring systems deliver durability, shock absorption and biomechanical benefits that enhance play while helping reduce the risk of injury over the course of a long, demanding season.

Robbins courts are a point of pride in the communities where they are sourced and manufactured, such as White Lake, Wisconsin and the city of Ishpeming. Every March, Robbins employees follow the tournament closely, watching teams compete on the same surfaces they help produce every day.