STADIUM TECHNOLOGY NEWS
ESPN expands REMI, HDR workflows for Stanley Cup
ESPN is deploying a hybrid REMI/REMCO production model for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, combining onsite resources with centralized control rooms and expanded remote workflows. The setup includes an enhanced camera arsenal and full HDR production, reflecting a continued shift toward IP-based, distributed broadcast infrastructure in live sports. Read more here.
Burnley adds LED tunnels, screens in digital stadium push
Burnley FC has introduced a series of immersive digital upgrades at Turf Moor, including LED-lined player tunnels, new corner screens, and exterior LED gantries to manage crowd flow. The project is part of a broader digital transformation strategy focused on fan engagement, matchday presentation, and venue-wide visual infrastructure. Read more here.
NBC deploys flexible six-truck production model for NBA playoffs
For its first NBA Playoffs coverage in more than two decades, NBC Sports is using a six-truck, fully interchangeable production fleet built around flexible onsite and remote (REMI) workflows. The model allows crews to shift resources and production styles between venues, reflecting a broader move toward software-driven, networked broadcast infrastructure in live sports. Read more here.
STADIUM PROJECT NEWS
$10B Vegas development pitches NBA-ready arena
Starr Vegas Development has unveiled a $10 billion plan for a sports and entertainment district anchored by a 25,000-seat NBA-ready arena and a 50,000-seat soccer stadium on the Las Vegas Strip. The project aims to secure an NBA expansion team while reflecting a broader trend toward mixed-use, tech-heavy venues designed for year-round events and global broadcast reach. Read more here.
Auburn approves $323M Jordan-Hare overhaul
Auburn University has approved a $323 million renovation of Jordan-Hare Stadium that will add a seven-story multipurpose facility, premium seating, and expanded fan amenities. The project reflects a growing shift toward year-round venue use, with new event spaces, dining and campus integration alongside traditional game-day upgrades. Read more here.
Toronto Tempo plans $100M training facility
The Toronto Tempo will build a $100 million training and performance center at Exhibition Place, featuring multiple courts, recovery spaces, and community-access facilities. The project, set for completion in 2028, reflects a wider push across women’s sports toward purpose-built, year-round venues that blend elite performance with public engagement. Read more here.
Bats stall Newcastle’s new stadium plans
Plans by Newcastle United for a new 65,000-seat stadium have hit an unexpected delay after a protected bat population was found at the proposed site near St James’ Park. Environmental regulations could force a rethink on location or timeline, adding complexity to a project already weighing renovation versus new-build options. Read more here.
Oxford United stadium plans face High Court challenge
Oxford United’s proposed 16,000-seat stadium near Kidlington is facing a legal challenge after a local campaign group filed for judicial review over environmental and transport concerns. The case could delay or overturn planning approval for the £130M project, adding uncertainty as the club approaches the 2028 expiry of its current stadium lease. Read more here.
STADIUM BUSINESS NEWS
Cowboys strike streaming deal to expand digital reach
The Dallas Cowboys have signed a multi-year content partnership with Victory+, making the platform the first third-party streaming destination for the team’s original programming. The deal expands distribution across mobile, web and connected TV, with new social-first and creator-driven content aimed at boosting fan engagement beyond traditional broadcasts. Read more here.
Everton to turn new stadium into golf driving range
Everton will transform its new Hill Dickinson Stadium into a temporary golf driving range this summer, with fans hitting shots from the stands onto targets placed on the pitch. The four-day event highlights a growing push to keep modern venues active year-round, blending sport, entertainment, and fan experiences beyond matchdays. Read more here.
