DALTON, GA — AstroTurf®, the industry leader in synthetic turf systems and athletic surfacing solutions, has named Matthew Miller as General Manager for the GA Sports Construction, an AstroTurf Corporation company. His primary focus is onexpanding and supporting projects throughout Arizona and the southwest. Miller has been with AstroTurf for the past six months, working alongside internal teams and regional partners to deepen his understanding of the sports surface industry and accelerate growth opportunities across the market.
Miller brings more than two decades of experience in the construction space, including long-standing professional roots in Arizona and the southwest area. His background spans both the operational and commercial sides of the business, combining construction expertise with proven sales leadership. Over the course of his career, Miller has held senior leadership roles including Chief Operating Officer and General Manager within manufacturing organizations, where he led teams, improved processes, and drove performance across complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
In his role with GA Sports Construction & AstroTurf, Miller will oversee regional strategy, strengthen customer relationships, and support project execution across a wide range of facilities, from schools and municipalities to multi-field complexes and collegiate athletics. His appointment reflects AstroTurf’s continued investment in experienced leadership to meet rising demand for durable, high-performance, and service-driven field solutions in the Southwest.
“Arizona and the southwest region are a market that value execution, accountability, and long-term value,” said Matt Miller, General Manager, Ga Sports Construction, “I’m excited to build on the work we’ve started over the last six months and help our partners make confident decisions from planning through installation. AstroTurf has the products, people, and track record to deliver at a high level, and I’m focused on translating that into growth and lasting customer relationships across the region.”
“Matt brings a combination of construction credibility and commercial leadership,” said Philip Snider, Chief Operating Officer of AstroTurf. “He understands how projects succeed in the real world, from scopes and schedules to stakeholder alignment and delivery. That experience, along with his decade-plus of executive leadership, makes him a strong fit for the region and a valuable asset as we continue expanding our footprint in Arizona and the Southwest.”
With Miller leading, the region is positioned to further strengthen its presence across Arizona and the broader Southwest region, supporting customers with experienced guidance, high-performance systems, and the operational excellence needed to deliver successful projects.
About AstroTurf® Corporation
AstroTurf® Corporation is the original inventor and innovator of synthetic sports surfacing, leading the industry for 60 years. Known for pioneering surfacing solutions, AstroTurf® Corporation delivers cutting-edge products focused on performance, safety, and sustainability.
The company’s portfolio includes AstroTurf® fields, the trusted name in synthetic turf; Rekortan® tracks, the benchmark for elite running surfaces; Laykold® courts, the premier choice for tennis and multi-sport court play; and SYNLawn®, the industry leader in residential and commercial landscaping solutions. These products are the original brands in their respective categories and set the standard for quality and innovation in sports and recreational surfacing.
AstroTurf® is dedicated to creating world-class sports and recreational environments that inspire athletes and elevate communities. For more information, visit astroturf.com.
About Sport Group
Sport Group is a leading designer, manufacturer and installer of artificial surfaces serving the global sports flooring, leisure and landscaping and industrial markets to over 70 countries globally. Headquartered in Burgheim, Germany, the company’s brand portfolio includes AstroTurf® (the iconic brand that invented the industry), Polytan®, SYNLawn®, LigaTurf®, Poligras®, Rekortan®, and Laykold®.
Sport Group is an industry leader in green technologies, pioneering sustainable products and services such as the world’s first carbon neutral soccer turf, the world’s first carbon zero field hockey turf and development of the industry’s first, and only, turf recycling facility capable of recycling EPDM rubber.
The company has approximately 2,400 employees and operates nine vertically integrated manufacturing facilities and 31 distribution centers across the Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions. For additional information about Sport Group, please visit sportgroup-holding.com.
