Daktronics has partnered with the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) to design, manufacture and install two new LED video displays for Seahawks Baseball at Brooks Field. The project is currently underway and will be up and running during the 2025 season.
The outfield video display will measure nearly 23ft high by 35ft wide and will feature a 10mm pixel spacing. It will also feature environmental protection to ensure it operates as expected in the outdoor North Carolina environment.
The video display is capable of variable content zoning, which means it can show one large image or be divided into multiple zones of content to ensure the right mix of video, graphics, statistics and information is available for the fans. This includes any mix of live video, instant replays, animations and sponsorship messages.
Behind home plate will be a backstop display to allow for additional messages and sponsor recognition. This display will measure nearly 2.5ft high by 15ft wide with a 6mm pixel spacing. It can be coordinated with the outfield display or operated independently – whatever is needed for UNCW’s productions.
Tying the production together, Daktronics is delivering a complete show control solution. The company says this control system provides a combination of display control software, video processing, data integration and playback hardware.
Included with the equipment installation, UNC Wilmington will receive a digital content package to be produced and delivered by Daktronics Creative Services, an in-house creative group.
Michael Oblinger, director of athletics, UNCW, said: “The addition of a video board will enhance the fan experience at Brooks Field. This is another step for us in upgrading the facility, which is set to host another great schedule of college baseball.”
