About Us
Sidelines is a sports pitch line marking service for grassroots clubs, schools, colleges and businesses across Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire and West Sussex.
Whether you're in need of setting out a pitch for the first time, or over-marking, we can help prepare your pitch for match day, saving both time and hassle while giving peace of mind.
Markings are applied using a powerful pressure spray marker and approved, non-chemical paints for strong adhesion, ensuring great stand-out and a professional looking finish every time.
Fully insured, we are also able to provide over marking for 3G pitches using a synthetic turf coating (STC).
Get in touch with us today via the contact form below.
The Importance of Regular Over Marking
Maintaining visible, straight lines on a field of play is important for a number of reasons:
* Integrity of the game - incorrectly measured, wonky or feint lines lead to matches integrity being questioned. Was the hand ball in-or-outside the area, for instance?
* Separating teams - i.e an accurate penalty area arc ensures opposition defenders are 10 yards from a penalty being taken.
* Player and supporter safety - for example 'Respect' lines to reduce spectator encroachment.
* Remember - line marking should be final major job of pitch preparation - we ask our customers to ensure their pitch is cut optimally between 24-72hrs prior to marking and to remove surface debris. This will enable a strong paint contact and presentation.
* Durability - Weather conditions, frequency of pitch use and frequency of cut all impact on how long a pitch line will last. This is why over marking should be considered as an important aspect of your pitch maintenance schedule.
Simon Jasinski
Simon is passionate about grassroots football, with over two-decades' involvement at non-league clubs in Kent and West Sussex.
During this time he has won Sussex FA's 'Football Workforce Volunteer' award, with his service recognised as part of Kent FA's #KentFAThanksYou initiative.
Simon has successfully gained Sport England and Football Foundation grant funding; grew local business sponsorship, edited club websites and programmes, became a qualified coach, and more latterly, undertook pitch maintenance.
It was while helping his local Sunday side that Simon began line marking, taking great pride in preparing the pitch for the side, while receiving guidance along the way from the Grounds Management Association and Kent FA.
Understanding the multitude of tasks that go into running a grassroots club, Simon set up Sidelines with the aim of removing hassle, saving time and improving pitch marking standards.
Simon is GMA Level 1 certified in Football Grounds Maintenance.
Our Testimonials
Tom Dawson - Headmaster, Sunningdale School
"The pitches were beautifully marked. A really fantastic job that saved us so much work. Thank you so much!"
Get in Touch
For quotes or questions - we'd love to hear from you!
07764 948622