First Mini-Pitch in NYCFC's Expanded Soccer Initiative Completed by The LandTek Group

QUEENS, N.Y., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The LandTek Group, A TenCate Company, has successfully completed the first of 26 new mini-soccer pitches as part of the next phase of the New York City Soccer Initiative (NYCSI), 26For26. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held at PS 211 Elm Tree Elementary School in Corona, Queens, was attended by New York City Mayor Eric Adams and key initiative partners including New York City FC (NYCFC), Etihad Airways, Capital Rx, and the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City.

This milestone marks the beginning of a renewed commitment to expand access to safe, high-quality recreational spaces for youth across the five boroughs. The LandTek Group, a national leader in athletic facility construction, was selected to construct the new soccer pitch, continuing its legacy of delivering premier sports infrastructure throughout the northeast and beyond. LandTek has had a long-standing history with NYCFC, working on their past training facilities including their state-of-the-art campus in Orangeburg, NY. The pitch at PS 211 consists of TenCate's next-generation turf, Pivot® Performance Turf, which does not require crumb rubber infill. This further enhances the value of creating a healthy, eco-friendly space for athletes at all levels.

"We are honored to be part of a project that not only enhances athletic opportunities for young New Yorkers but also strengthens communities," said John Sulinski, COO of The LandTek Group. "Our team is proud to support NYCFC and its partners in creating inclusive spaces that inspire the next generation of soccer players."

The new phase, timed to celebrate the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™, will add 25 more mini pitches by 2026, reinforcing New York City's position as a hub for soccer in the United States.

About The LandTek Group
The LandTek Group, A TenCate Company, is a specialized civil contractor that is highly qualified in design, construction and maintenance of athletic facilities throughout the east coast. With hubs in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Florida, LandTek provides services in sixteen states. The vast portfolio of satisfied LandTek customers provides testimony to the company's capabilities. The LandTek Group is headquartered at 105 Sweeneydale Ave. Bay Shore, New York.
For more information, please visit www.landtekgroup.com or call 631-691-2381.

About TenCate Grass
At TenCate Grass, we design and deliver the future of turf. With over 300 years of expertise and nearly 5,000 employees worldwide, we're a truly global company with strong local roots. We offer high-performance, turf systems for sports, landscaping, and outdoor living across more than 60 countries. Fully vertically integrated, we manage everything from R&D to recycling, working hand-in-hand with trusted local partners who bring deep expertise and on-the-ground insight. Whether it's a world-class stadium or a community field, we deliver surfaces that perform, last, and support vibrant, active lives.
For more, visit www.tencategrass.com.

Contact:
Brad Richtman- Marketing Manager
The LandTek Group, LLC.
Email: brichtman@landtekgroup.com
Phone: (631) 691-2381

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