"Synthetic pitches becoming more prevalent as NFL shows GAA the way forward"
"Synthetic pitches are under the spotlight in the wake of Kilkenny's refusal to play their Walsh Cup tie against Westmeath on the 3G pitch in St Loman's GAA grounds last Sunday, that left more questions than answers."
"Most people with even a passing interest in sport will have some familiarity with an artificial pitch, but that is often about the height of their knowledge when it comes to their purpose, functionality and benefits."
Synthetic pitches are gaining prevalence across sports, with the NFL serving as an example of wider adoption. A recent incident saw Kilkenny refuse to play their Walsh Cup tie against Westmeath on the 3G pitch at St Loman's GAA grounds, raising unanswered questions about use and acceptability. Familiarity with artificial pitches is common among casual sports followers, but detailed understanding of their purpose, functionality, and benefits remains limited. The growing presence of synthetic surfaces prompts closer scrutiny of safety, performance, and suitability for different competitions and playing conditions.
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