About us

Established in 1999 by Ben Stephenson and Mike Callaghan, Sole Sports Structures is a division of the SPL Group, one of Ireland’s largest and most broadly based designers, providers and installers of:


The company services each of these markets through its four operating divisions:

Sole Sport Structures – the playing season doesn’t have to end just because winter has closed in. Our high quality, triple skinned sports domes provide the ideal temperature controlled and illuminated environment to let you play tennis and other sports all year round. They can also be used for other commercial applications, such as storage, mobile exhibitions, etc.

Sole Sports Surfaces – long established as a leader in Wetpour Safety Surfaces, Sole is now also leading the field in the area of polymeric sports surfaces. Investment in cutting edge machinery, intensive training of its specialist teams and an ingrained ‘can do’ attitude means that every project is delivered on time and to the highest standard of finish.

Street-Play – every day, our playgrounds put smiles smiles on children’s faces. StreetPlay’s customers include local authorities, schools and private nurseries. This is a highly safety conscious sector, so it’s our ability to design and deliver products that combine quality and safety, with a fun experience, that creates peace of mind.

Tact Street Furniture – our street furniture brings a hint of drama, life and dynamism to public spaces within towns and cities across Ireland and GB. Combining functionality with durability, and with a strong emphasis on aesthetic appeal, our range of street furniture is designed to fulfil its practical role and enhance its public setting.