Your Guide to Sports Equipment Storage Sheds

If you’re a parent with young athletes at home or the coach of a school team or rec league, you know all too well that sports equipment can be big, bulky and tough to keep organized. That’s especially true when you don’t have the right kind of storage space for all your items.

The good news? By investing in a sports gear storage shed, you can say goodbye to stashing your equipment in a basement, garage, or cramped school closet!      

Whether it’s a small shed for personal/home use or a larger structure for team use, Lancaster Barns can help you design the best equipment shed for your needs.

In this article we’ll cover:

• Most popular uses for a personal/home sports storage shed
• Best outdoor sports storage solutions for teams
• Top 5 benefits of a sports storage shed
• What to consider when choosing your shed

The great thing about purchasing a sports storage shed for personal/home use is that you can use it in so many different ways, all year long.

1. Store items that you and your family no longer use but aren’t quite ready to part with. This could include kids bikes, old athletic gear, or that set of golf clubs that you swear you’re going to dust off and use some day!
2. Store seasonal items that you only typically use for a few months each year. Pool accessories, camping or fishing gear, or winter gear like skis and sleds are just a few examples.
3. Keep your most commonly used sports equipment well-organized for quick and easy access anytime you need it! Storage sheds offer plenty of room for items like baseball bats, tennis racquets, soccer balls, basketballs, hockey gear, scooters and skateboards, and practically any other kind of sports gear you can think of. 
4. Store larger-size recreational items that would otherwise take up a lot of garage space or be exposed to the outdoor elements because you have nowhere else to put them. Some popular examples include your collection of family bikes, e-bikes, canoes, or kayaks. Have a large boat to store? A shed provides the perfect spot for your boat and all its essentials – life vests and other safety gear, docking equipment, and more.

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If you’re a coach for a school or rec sports team, you have a lot of your plate! The last thing you should have to worry about is where you’re going to store all your equipment so it stays safe, secure, and in good condition.

Having a dedicated storage shed for your baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer, or football team can be a game-changer. You can design the space for your specific needs, whether it’s sports ball storage or storage for items such as:

• Baseball or football helmets
• Elbows and knee pads
• Soccer balls and nets
• Lacrosse or field hockey sticks
• Tennis racquets
• Track equipment (hurdles, runner blocks, javelins)
• Athletic field cones
• Team uniforms, hats, jerseys
• Exercise mats, jump ropes, stretch bands
• Field maintenance essentials (rakes, shovels, brooms, tarps, etc.)

In addition to storing equipment, sheds can also be customized for use in other sports-related applications such as a team dugout, concession stand, or press box.

Investing in a sports equipment storage solution offers many great benefits. Here are the top 5:

1. Organization to the Max
   A shed makes it incredibly easy to keep your personal or team equipment organized. Imagine all the time you’ll save by not having to look for a lost helmet or baseball bat! If you’re a parent, you’ll improve your chances of getting your kids to practice on time. And if you’re a coach, it’ll be easier to start practices on time – and faster to wrap up practice and get everything promptly stored away nice and neat.
2. Better Equipment Maintenance
   Having the ability to put all your equipment in one dedicated space will allow you to keep everything clean and well maintained. It also makes it easier to keep inventory of items and know when things are missing or when they might need to be replaced due to typical wear and tear.
3. Improved Equipment Life
   Keeping your equipment properly protected from harsh weather or jam-packed storage spaces will help extend the life of your equipment – and save your team money in the long run.
4. Extra Security
   A sports gear storage shed can ensure added security for your items. The shed’s exterior doors can be locked, and cabinets and drawers inside the shed can also be locked for extra protection of your valuable equipment.
5. Flexibility
   Once your shed is assembled and installed, you have lots of flexibility in how you can set up the interior layout. As your needs change, you can choose the best way to store everything. There are many creative storage solutions on the market for sports equipment. Wall shelving and racks, peg boards, ball storage bins, rolling cabinets, and utility carts are just a few examples.
    

When it’s time to choose your shed, there are a few important things to consider.

First, know how much space you have available on your property for a shed installation. Once you know the amount of space available, you can determine what shed size is best.

One note on shed size – if you have enough space on your property, always add more square footage to your shed than you think you’ll need. You won’t regret it!

When choosing your shed materials such as siding and roof, consider the climate of your region. If you live in an area with heavy rain, certain rooflines are more suitable than others. If you live in an area with warmer temps, consider additional ventilation options. Our team will work with you on all the details.

Consider designing a shed with some real team spirit! At Lancaster Barns, we offer a number of different siding and paint palettes so you can customize your shed to complement your school or team colors if you desire.

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Save time and gain valuable functional space with a new sports gear shed from Lancaster Barns! Connect with our team online or schedule a call to speak with our expert shed designer. We’re here to help!