NexCourt Builds Six World Cup Futsal Pitches, 50 Mavericks Courts Across North Texas

NexCourt, a North Texas-based sport court construction company, has been awarded the contract to build six mini-pitch futsal courts for the 2026 FIFA World Cup planning committee, adding to a legacy of nearly 50 courts built for the Dallas Mavericks Foundation. The announcement was made during the latest episode of The Building Texas Show, hosted by Justin McKenzie, which featured NexCourt CEO and founder Mark Kundysek.

Kundysek detailed the company's 35-year journey from a $250 dealer kit in 1988-89 to becoming a key player in community sports infrastructure. The six 5,000-square-foot futsal courts, commissioned by the North Texas World Cup Committee, are being built across the region, with ribbon cuttings already held at the Esperanza Community Center in North Dallas on June 20 and at George Stevens Park in downtown Arlington on June 26. Kundysek explained that futsal uses a ball with almost no air, emphasizing foot skills and teamwork, making it a valuable training tool for soccer.

Beyond the World Cup, NexCourt has a long-standing partnership with the Dallas Mavericks Foundation, spanning 25 years, and has built nearly 50 courts for the foundation. The company also works with Nancy Lieberman's Dream Courts (17 years), the Dallas Stars Foundation, Make-A-Wish, and the Dak Prescott Foundation. Recent projects include commercial pickleball facilities, such as City Pickle in North Fort Worth (16 courts) and a 12-court facility in Celina, reflecting the 2021 pickleball boom.

Kundysek emphasized the community-legacy model behind these projects, noting that most renovation sites are aging tennis or basketball courts no longer in active use. He recalled the early days of expansion into Collin and Tarrant counties, building courts when the areas were largely undeveloped. The referral-driven pipeline includes recent builds for Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham in Arlington and Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein in East Oklahoma City. The FC Dallas Foundation is currently working with NexCourt on another mini-pitch in Mansfield, tied to the city's new soccer stadium.

The implications of this announcement are significant for the North Texas region. The World Cup futsal courts will leave a lasting community legacy, providing accessible training facilities for young athletes. The extensive network of courts built for the Mavericks Foundation and other partners underscores NexCourt's role in promoting youth sports and community engagement. For the industry, NexCourt's model demonstrates how private construction firms can collaborate with sports organizations and civic groups to revitalize public spaces and foster economic development. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, NexCourt's work positions North Texas as a hub for sports infrastructure investment, potentially attracting further projects and tourism.