Sports Lighting Design Resources: Specs from Sports Authorities
- May 2, 2016
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Different sports require different sports lighting standards.
FIFA has different requirements than US Soccer. Major League Baseball (MLB) has different requirements than Minor League Baseball (MiLB). And the United States Tennis Association (USTA) has different requirements than the International Tennis Federation (IFT).
Here’s a collection of links to the specific rules and regulations of each of these sports authorities:
FIFA Lighting and Power Requirements – A lighting system must be installed which meets the needs of broadcasters, spectators, players and officials without spilling light into the environment and without creating a 9k nuisance for the local community [PDF]
US Soccer Foundation Lighting Requirements – The following standards are provided by the United States Soccer Foundation and apply to the lighting of soccer fields funded through the Foundation Grants Program and are strongly recommended as a reference for projects using the Resource Center as a guide. [PDF]
Little League Baseball Lighting Requirements – Night games have been permitted in Little League starting in 1957 with the second Little League International Congress in Chicago. Standards set by the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) of North America were adopted by Little League Baseball in 1957… [PDF]
Major League Baseball Lighting Requirements – When planning the installation or replacement of field lighting, it is important to understand that each level of play requires different levels of lighting requirements… [PDF]
International Tennis Federation Lighting Requirements (ITF) – When lighting a tennis court, the objective is to ensure good visibility enabling both participants and spectators to follow the progress of a game. The ball, regardless of its location and speed, should always be clearly visible. [More]
NCAA Lighting Requirements – Best practices for lighting televised NCAA events and other college level sporting events with considerations for quality lighting for player safety; reduced energy, maintenance and life-cycle costs; and environmental sensitivity. [PDF]
Please be aware thay local school boards, parks & recreation departments, counties and cities may have their own requirements as well. If you need a copy of the requirements that apply to your jurisdiction, our team of sports lighting experts can help.
Contact us for the sports lighting design resources that apply to your athletic field.