Calhoun, Ga. Shaw Sports Turf® has introduced a series of NFL®-approved synthetic turf systems. The systems, which comprise the brand’s Forge Series™, have passed the NFL’s new synthetic turf testing requirements, developed to set higher standards and establish greater consistency across NFL playing surfaces.  

The new Forge Series™ is a complete system-level product line built to meet the NFL’s performance and safety standards while providing unparalleled design options. At the heart of each system is Game ON®, Shaw’s patented technology that integrates numbers, hash marks, yard lines, and logos directly into the turf, eliminating the cut-and-glue inlay process that has long challenged maintenance and installation crews across the industry. 

The series includes:  ForgeX™, ForgeX-E™, ForgeX Pro™ and ForgeX-E Pro™ - all designed with a range of features and benefits to meet the specific needs of NFL teams for their playing surfaces. 

Each Forge system was intentionally designed, tested, and approved as a complete system under the NFL’s latest standards. 

FORGE SERIES: 

The Power of Game ON: 

Traditional fields require numbers, hash marks, and logos to be cut and inlaid, a process that creates ongoing maintenance demands and performance vulnerabilities at inlayed points. Launched in 2022, Game ON designs are integrated into the turf during manufacturing, resulting in fewer cut areas, less waste, easier maintenance, and greater long-term performance consistency. 

Leveraging the power of Shaw Sports Turf’s Game ON technology, the new Forge Series offers the ultimate in design and performance for world-class NFL experiences.  

“We are proud to be among the first brands to meet the NFL Field Certification Requirements and Criteria, and we’ve continued to build on that foundation with a portfolio of four synthetic turf systems that now meet NFL standards.” Said Logan Poillucci, Shaw Sports Turf brand manager.”  

Requirements for NFL Playing Surfaces 

In December 2025, the NFL announced its Mandatory Practices for NFL Playing Fields, which introduced updated official playing field requirements and guidelines and established deadlines for NFL team compliance. 

About Shaw Sports Turf 

Shaw Sports Turf is a leading synthetic turf brand in North America, with more than 4,000 installations across recreational, K-12, collegiate, and professional sports facilities. Designed with a strong commitment to performance, playability, and sustainability, Shaw Sports Turf products serve athletes at every level of competition. For more information, visit www.shawsportsturf.com, call 866-703-4004, or follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 

NFL is a registered trademark of the National Football League. All other trademarks noted in this release are trademarks of Shaw Integrated and Turf Solutions, Inc. 

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