The University of Texas at Austin Athletics
Texas Athletics Makes Upgrades to Darrell K Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium
08.03.2017 | Football, Texas Athletics, Facilities
Fan-focused upgrades include new LED boards, a new sound system and improved mobile connectivity.
Texas Athletics is making significant upgrades inside Darrell K Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium focused on fan experience. The upgrades include new LED video boards throughout the stadium, a new sound system and improved mobile connectivity.
"An exceptional fan experience at Darrell K Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium is a priority in making it one of the most exciting venues in college sports", said Texas Men's Athletics Director Mike Perrin. "Our investment in these upgrades will help create a game day experience that Texas fans expect and deserve."
The new video system features more than 14,000 square feet of LED technology bringing team graphics, real time game updates, game prompts and sponsor content into game day action. The main video display in the south end zone has been updated and 770 feet of new ribbon boards on the sideline fascia, tunnels and end zones are being installed. ANC is performing the installation and upgrade of the system. ANC will also assist with operation and provide technical support on campus during live events, including all University of Texas home games.
The new sound system is designed to deliver clear and consistent sound levels to fans in every section of the stadium. The system includes two scoreboard speaker array enclosures that are 25 feet tall and sit atop the main LED video board in the south end zone. In addition, there are 384 speakers throughout the stadium including 48 18-inch high-power subwoofer drivers. Austin based Big House Sound was awarded the job following a competitive bidding process.
"Upgrading to LED technology throughout the stadium and installing a new sound system are important factors in providing entertaining content during the game", said Perrin.
Texas fans can also expect to see an increase to mobile connectivity beginning this football season. Working with campus wireless infrastructure provider Crown Castle, the mobile zones within the stadium will more than double, eventually leading to significant improvement in mobile connectivity. However, fans should not expect to see this increase immediately as testing and subsequent fine tuning will be made during the first few home games under actual game conditions.
"The mobile device is an integral part to the game day experience for so many," said Perrin. "Improving connectivity will enable our fans to connect, post and share on social media in real time, allowing for a more engaging experience for Texas fans."
Texas has sold 66,891 season tickets for the 2017 football season. Season tickets, mini-plans and single game tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting www.texassports.com/tickets or call 512-471-3333.