Join us for an informative and interactive webinar. Hear first hand about the considerations of building new sports facilities, how to maximise their return and how to choose the right pitch partner.

Hear from the experts at SIS Pitches, alongside University of Nottingham’s Dan Tilley and Loughborough University’s Mark Davies, including practical revenue examples and advice on maximising your investment.

Dan Tilley, Director of Sport at the University of Nottingham, will discuss the recent pitch upgrade with SIS Pitches, including the additional design elements such as intelligent play and live streaming, as well as environmental considerations for the build. Dan will also give an overview of the plans for the use of sports facilities in Term Two.

Loughborough University’s Head of Sports Infrastructure, Mark Davies, will talk about campus facilities, in particular how to build facilities to maximise the space you have on campus, as well as how to choose the right type of pitch for your budget and usage requirements.

Mark will also cover how the facilities have enabled impactful sporting partnerships, improved student experience and provided access for the wider community.

SIS Pitches’ Sales Manager Joe Shaw will present more information on SIS Pitches and how they can support your university, as well as joining the other speakers for a panel Q&A, led by BUCS Director of Delivery Jenny Morris.

Given the current circumstances, the webinar will also cover how to create a COVID safe facility, discussing how you can adhere to new measures and maintain the longevity of your pitches.

Dan Tilley

Dan Tilley

Director of Sport, University of Nottingham

Dan leads the university student sporting experience, with a wide ranging remit that includes strategic direction, capital development, business and financial planning, partnership development and facility management.
Jenny Morris

Jenny Morris

Director of Delivery, BUCS

Jenny Morris drives forward BUCS’ mission to deliver the best student sport experience. She is responsible for the development of programmes, projects and events to engage students and staff within over 165 UK institutions. 
Joe Shaw

Joe Shaw

Sales Manager, SIS Pitches

Joe is responsible for synthetic turf projects throughout the UK. His focus is on improving market share, as well as new product development working with SIS Pitches’ sister companies - SISPlus, SISGrass and SISTurf Manufacturing.
Mark Davies

Mark Davies

Head of Sports Infrastructure, Loughborough University

Mark is responsible for the delivery of the sports capital plan including all new builds and development of current sports facilities to meet the needs of the end user.