The Daktronics Experience
All things Daktronics and LED industry related including trends we’re seeing, our recent projects and other cool features.
Episodes
Daktronics and Grass Valley have created a partnership to provide end-to-end production for live events. Justin and Matt visit with Greg Doggett, Grass Valley’s VP of Sales, NAM Sports, and Greg Fleischbein, Daktronics Professional Services, to provide the background of this partnership and what it means for the live event production world going forward. There will also be more conversations to share these details during the IDEA...
Join hosts Justin and Matt as they dive into six standout Daktronics projects from June 2025. From college and high school athletics to international smart city upgrades, this month’s highlights show the wide reach of our display technology.
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For this special edition of the podcast for Women In Sports, we had Alison Roscoe join us. She's the Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships for Austin FC. With more than 20 years of experience in the sports industry, she shares her experiences and her journey from earning her master's degree in Sports Management from Eastern Michigan University to her current role in professional soccer.
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When thinking about a complete audiovisual experience, the audio portion has a lot of details going on in the background to make sure your experience is a positive one. To hear how we deliver the booming audio and ensure you hear every announcement clearly, Justin and Matt sat down with John Olsen, Daktronics National Audio Sales, and Dave Sturzenbecher, Daktronics Audio Applications Engineer. They share the types of venues and loc...
In this episode, Justin and Matt recap the highlights from May 2025, including several exciting Daktronics news releases. They cover the upcoming Women in Sports online event set for June. Plus, hear about recent display upgrades across the country including the University of Delaware softball, Auburn football, Centreville Bank Stadium and Huron High School. These all enhance the fan experience with Daktronics technology.
The iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium underwent a major LED display upgrade, including a massive Halo display. To hear about the impact it is having a Real Madrid C.F. matches, Justin and Matt sat down with Enrique Uriel, the club’s head of IT, and Ivan Del Rio, Daktronics lead sales on the project. The conversation includes the decision behind the stadium’s new halo, the rest of the displays installed throughout the stadium and how...
Join us as Justin and Matt dive into the latest Daktronics projects and product updates from April 2025. They break down multiple installations, including new LED video displays for the Akron RubberDucks, Chesapeake Baysox and UNC Wilmington. They also cover the massive upgrade at Allstate Arena, a groundbreaking partnership with the Tennessee Titans’ new Nissan Stadium and a cutting-edge esports setup at Syracuse University. Plus,...
We're back with another special edition of the podcast for our Women In Sports Online Event. We had Felisa Israel, Founder and Executive Producer of 10 Fold Entertainment, and Founder, Executive Director and Lead Instructor of the IMPACT Learning Institute, join the event. She talks about her experience in professional basketball's entertainment roles, her passion for curating memorable experiences, and connecting college students ...
In this episode, Justin and Matt are joined by Aaron Shephard, Daktronics Senior Project Manager, to talk about the upcoming Tennessee Titans project for their new Nissan Stadium which will be completed and opened in 2027. Aaron shares all about the 37 displays going into the new venue, including the unprecedented Ring of Fire, huge end zone displays, marquees and more.
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- News Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/tenn...
As our Creative Services team expands, we’ve added Keith Haeberle as Production Manager. We spoke with him earlier this year to hear about his previous experiences and how they relate to his new role with Daktronics, including a focus on processes and operations.
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- Daktronics Creative Services Website: daktronics.com/creativeservices
In this quick episode, we take a look back at all the news releases from March. From exciting project announcements to tech upgrades and upcoming events, we cover everything you might’ve missed. Tune in for a fast-paced recap and stay in the loop with the latest from Daktronics.
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With Syracuse University looking to deliver the ultimate gaming and esports experience, they selected Daktronics for two massive video displays. To hear about all the aspects of the project and the entire gaming space, Justin and Matt visited with Joey Gawrysiak, Syracuse Executive Director of Esports, and Sean Kelly, Syracuse Director of Esports Production and Outreach. They shared the intention of the space, how it operates and h...
To hear about the latest installation at the University of Minnesota Duluth, Justin and Matt head onto the ice to talk with Dylon Field, Director of Bulldog Productions for UMD Athletics. He shares all about the new centerhung at their home venue for hockey, Amsoil Arena, how they control the displays for game-day and much more.
As the madness of March kicks into high gear, we sit down with David Reynhout to explore how Daktronics is playing a crucial role in this iconic tournament season. David dives into the impressive number of venues featuring Daktronics equipment, from cutting-edge displays to immersive fan experiences. He also sheds light on the behind-the-scenes work of our dedicated service team, ensuring every game runs smoothly and every venue is...
In this episode, Justin and Matt visited the newly renovated First Bank & Trust Arena to talk with South Dakota State’s Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities and Operations Jeff Holm and South Dakota State’s Associate Athletic Director of Operations Christi Williams. The conversation covers the three phases of the renovation, how they incorporated the classic look of the old arena into the new arena and, of course, ...
Join us as we recap the latest news from February 2025. From new video displays at Giants Town Stadium, UC Davis and the University of Houston to cutting-edge esports installations at Dakota State University and massive end-wall displays at UConn, we cover all the latest projects and technology. We'll also discuss our new DB-7000 digital billboard technology.
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This special edition podcast features Beth Goetz, Director of Athletics for the University of Iowa. She shares her journey from head women's soccer coach to deputy athletic director and beyond as her experiences highlight the impact women can have in the world of athletics.
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- Women in Sports Webpage: https://www.daktronics.com/en-us/events/women-in-sports
- Women in Sports News Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/da...
This special edition podcast features a round table from the Women In Sports Online event featuring Jennifer Frazier, Athletic Director at McKinney ISD in Texas, Valerie Little, Executive Director of Student Engagement at Prosper ISD in Texas, Jean LaClair, Athletic Director at Bronson Schools in Michigan, and Kerrie Rosati with the Indiana High School Athletic Association. They each share their experiences in the sports world from...
Everyone is used to seeing the social posts and content shown on the displays during a game, but there’s a lot of work behind the scenes to coordinate and create those digital messages. Justin and Matt sat down with David Bradley and Selena Castillo to hear all about the process and work going on behind the scenes at Duke University for men’s and women’s basketball.
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Cameron Indoor Stadium, one of the nation’s best college basketball venues, just received a technology upgrade on campus at Duke University. To hear about the project and how it integrates into the overall game-day experience, Justin and Matt sat down with Bob Weiseman and Zac Powell. They share all the details and other interesting uses of the technology now that it’s in place.
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- News Release: https://www.daktronics.co...
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