The University of Alabama has announced the installation of a cutting-edge 360-degree centerhung display at Coleman Coliseum, in collaboration with Daktronics. This new system dramatically enhances the fan experience by featuring 30 times the pixel resolution of its predecessor.
The display includes a main video board measuring 20 feet in height and 102 feet in circumference, equipped with over 13.4 million LEDs. This setup enables the delivery of crisp graphics, animations, statistics, and various game-day content, designed to engage fans throughout the venue.
In addition to the main display, the system features four underbelly displays, each measuring 6.5 feet high by 20 feet wide, offering closer viewing opportunities for audience members in the lower bowl. Two supplementary end wall displays, each 11 feet high by 14 feet wide, further expand visual coverage, ensuring that fans have access to real-time content regardless of their seating location. The displays utilize 3.7-millimeter pixel spacing on the centerhung and 3.9-millimeter pixel spacing on the end wall displays, allowing for a higher resolution experience.
“The new centerhung display at Coleman Coliseum is a game changer for the University of Alabama,” said Aaron Hepp, assistant athletic director. He noted that enhancing fan experience is a top priority for the Athletic Department, and the new displays will allow for the creation and showcasing of content in innovative ways.
Glen Marts, a sales representative from Daktronics, emphasized the significance of the partnership with Alabama Athletics, which has lasted over 30 years. Marts, who was involved in the original installation 16 years ago, expressed pride in continuing that legacy with this new system crafted to support Crimson Tide fans for years to come.
This project replaces an earlier Daktronics installation from 2009, which included four centerhung displays with 10-millimeter pixel spacing. The updated technology aims to provide a superior viewing experience for basketball games and other events hosted at Coleman Coliseum.
