What Makes the Sandy Cobbles Pitch Different
The Sandy Cobbles Fantasy Football Play Mat / Pitch drops you into a gritty district where mismatched teams battle for fame and survival. Unlike grassy or muddy pitches, this mat gives you a cobblestone surface with a slight texture that keeps models from unwanted sliding. If your games call for a hard urban feel rather than a natural field, this mat delivers that atmosphere straight out of the catalog.
Core Specifications
- Mats by Mars: Sandy Cobbles Fantasy Football Play Mat / Pitch: A vibrant, scratch resistant, detailed design printed on ultra-durable heavy weight matte banner material suitable for the outdoors (let alone your gaming table). The mat works both indoors and outdoors, so you can run a game in your yard or on a patio without worrying about wear. The matte finish also reduces glare under bright light.
Mats by Mars: Sandy Cobbles Fantasy Football Play Mat / Pitch - Mats by Mars: Sandy Cobbles Fantasy Football Play Mat / Pitch: A wet-erase compatible, easy to clean, waterproof mat. You can mark positions or tactics with wet-erase markers and wipe them clean after the game. The waterproof layer also protects against spills and outdoor moisture.
- Mats by Mars: Sandy Cobbles Fantasy Football Play Mat / Pitch: An Anti-Curl mat that lays flat when you need it, and rolls up for easy storage when you don't. No need to weigh down edges during play. When the session ends, roll it up and store it without taking up much space.
Choosing Your Game Mode and Orientation
The Sandy Cobbles mat comes in six variants split between two game modes and two orientations. The BB 11s (Core Rules) variant matches the standard fantasy football ruleset. If you play BB 7s, pick that mode instead. The Dual Pitch option includes markings for both BB 11s and BB 7s on one mat, giving you flexibility without buying a second surface.
Orientation matters for your table layout. Lateral Alignment places the pitch sideways, which may fit wider tables. Endzone Alignment runs the field lengthwise, which suits deeper tables. Check your table dimensions before ordering to decide which orientation works best.
Which Variant Fits Your Game?
- BB 11s (Core Rules) – Lateral or Endzone: Best if you primarily play standard 11-player fantasy football. Choose the orientation that matches your table shape.
- Dual Pitch (BB 11s & 7s) – Lateral or Endzone: Ideal if you switch between 11s and 7s games. The dual markings let you use one mat for both rulesets.
- BB 7s – Lateral or Endzone: Perfect for smaller, faster games with 7 players per side. Saves table space and keeps the pitch markings clean.
What the Catalog Doesn't Confirm
The catalog does not specify the exact dimensions of each variant. If you need precise measurements for your table, you may need to contact the store or check community forums. Similarly, the care instructions mention wet-erase compatibility and waterproofing, but do not detail how to remove stubborn marker stains. Treat the mat gently and test cleaning methods on a small area first.
