Nou Mestalla: First piece of roof compression ring installed
The first piece of the compression ring of the roof at the Nou Mestalla, which will be the club's new stadium from the summer of 2027, has now been installed.
Horta Coslada, a leading company in design, manufacturing, engineering and assembly, is responsible for producing these elements, under the instructions of FCC Construcción.
In recent weeks, significant progress has been made in the assembly and installation of the columns, stair towers and the boxes of the structural compression ring, in addition to the arrival of cables for the traction rings (the inner part of the roof’s cable structure) and radial cables (which connect the traction ring with the outer compression ring).
The roof of the Nou Mestalla will weigh 4,800 tonnes and will be supported by 50 S355 steel pillars. In addition, Octopus Energy -the club's Sustainable Founding Partner- will implement a photovoltaic installation on this roof, made up of solar panels with intelligent system management. As a result, the roof will serve as a 'lung' for green energy.
Dignity Health Sports Park partner with Dakrontics for LED display
Dignity Health Sports Park (DHSP), a multi-use sports complex in Carson, California, and Daktronics have partnered to bring an upgraded main LED video display and control system featuring Show Control with Camino to the venue, its tenants and their fans. This includes the six-time Champion LA Galaxy and the more than 70 other events held at the multi-use venue.
The display being installed at the north end of the field replaces the previous Daktronics display and represents a 158% increase in resolution. Reusing the existing display and cabinet structure saves up to 5.82 pounds of aluminum per square foot on the project.
Video Display Details
·The LED video display uses existing cabinets and infrastructure to save on the carbon footprint of the removal of previous materials, waste disposal, and the fabrication and shipping of new materials.
·It will use all new technology, components, wiring and cabling in the existing structure.
·It brings increased resolution through an 8-millimeter pixel spacing, an improvement on the previously existing 13-millimeter pixel spacing.
·It measures 36 feet high by 128.5 feet wide, matching the previous display’s footprint.
·Its capabilities include variable content zoning, allowing it to show one large image or multiple zones of content to bring each event to life in its own unique way.
“Working with Dignity Health Sports Park over the years has been an incredible journey and we’re excited to see the energy this next project brings to the stadium and fans,” said Robin Hall, Daktronics regional manager. “Seeing our technology evolve alongside the DHSP team’s vision for their venue has been amazing. Delivering this new north end video display, combined with the Show Control and Camino upgrade, is sure to elevate the fan experience to the next level.”
Control System Details
As part of the display upgrade, Daktronics will also be providing a complete Show Control solution with Camino for all new and existing displays at DHSP. Featuring updated players and processors, the DHSP production team will be able to leverage Daktronics' continued advancements in production technology, including real-time render solution Camino, to assist the LA Galaxy in bringing advanced data visualizations to life.
The control system includes Data Studio and All Sport Pro Soccer. Data Studio with MLS integration will allow Dignity Health Sports Park to maximise data visuals featuring MLS's Sportec data, bringing fans closer to the action than ever with real-time player and match statistics, brought to life by the power of Data Studio's API Integration and using Camino's powerful graphic visualisation suite. All Sport Pro Soccer brings video display and scoring control to a single device and integrates with Daktronics Show Control for a flexible game-day production.
Lincoln City to improve fan experience at LNER Stadium
Lincoln City will further enhance the supporter experience at the LNER Stadium with a series of improvements implemented ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Matchdays will be transformed from the moment supporters arrive at the stadium - with two brand new areas created to make the most of the pre-match build up.
A new event and hospitality space will be built behind the existing Rilmac Stand. On matchdays this will create a huge covered area for supporters, with a large bar to increase service options and speed.
The first floor will provide corporate, conference and banqueting hospitality options, with the existing executive boxes replaced with new outdoor seating. This will also increase the capacity of the stadium.
The Fan Village concessions will move to the south-east corner, alongside a new interactive activity area.
There will be two large permanent big screens in the new Fan Village, as well as a big screen inside the stadium itself. The public address system is being replaced to make the most of this.
A new community space will be created alongside the club shop and ticket office in the Greenlinc Renewables Stand. This will provide a community space which will be open throughout the week as well as matchdays.
Seats in the Greenlinc Renewables Stand and the Stacey West Stand will be replaced, with changes to the safety barriers to improve access and remove obstacles to line of sight.
The new event space can hold up to 350 people and will be designed to host conferences and events - providing further options to the our partners and the entire city.
Submission of planning permission is imminent, with supporters likely to see preparatory work getting underway quickly so the works can be completed ahead of the new campaign.
HAMMOND BECOMES FOCUS OF NEW BEARS STADIUM
The Indiana House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee, in a 24-0 vote, amended Senate Bill 27 and named Hammond as the location for a new Chicago Bears stadium.
“This is a very important step in the effort the State of Indiana has made to bring the Chicago Bears to Indiana. It confirms that if the Bears move to Indiana, it’s going to be to Hammond,” said Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. “I want to thank Governor Braun, Speaker Huston, Senator Mishler, Representative Harris, and the Indiana Finance Authority for their unwavering leadership and continued work to bring the Bears to Northwest Indiana.”
The Indiana House of Representatives, led by Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) who personally sponsored Senate Bill 27 in the House filed an amendment early today laying out the details of how the State of Indiana will construct, finance, and manage the new stadium. The amendment also officially named Hammond as the stadium location. The amendment to SB27 was heard in the House Ways and Means Committee where testimony was given by numerous elected officials from Northwest Indiana including Mayor McDermott.
“This is a once in a generation opportunity. Hammond is ready to partner with the State of Indiana, the Chicago Bears, and will do whatever it takes to make this project a success and to welcome the Bears to their new home. This move by the State of Indiana and the Bears tells the rest of the country that Indiana is not just keeping up—it’s leading,” Mayor McDermott told the House Ways and Means committee members.
The amendment details the creation of a Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority, Northwest Indiana Stadium Board as well as allowing the enactment of a Northwest Indiana Stadium Development District and Northwest Indiana Professional Sports Development Area to be located in Hammond. “This legislation sets the solid framework to get a stadium built. Hammond is ready and situated well to become the Bears new home, and I can’t wait to get to work to make this happen. This is a big win for Northwest Indiana—not a bad way to celebrate 219 Day,” said Mayor McDermott.
LA Galaxy launch smart tech partnership with Della
The six-time MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy have launched a new partnership with Della, a Southern California – based smart home comfort technology company. The multi-year agreement, brokered by AEG Global Partnerships, makes Della an Official Partner of the club and brings together two Southern California – rooted organizations with a shared focus on performance, reliability and community connection.
The new relationship will introduce Della’s home comfort technology to LA Galaxy fans across the region and marks the company’s first official partnership with a Major League Soccer team.
“We are thrilled to join forces with the LA Galaxy, a club that embodies the same spirit of performance, community, and Southern California pride that drives Della. Together, we aim to engage fans, inspire the community, and bring innovative comfort solutions to homes across Los Angeles,” said Raymond P., CEO of Align Inc., the parent company of Della.
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in the City of Industry, California, Della is a home comfort technology company specializing in mini split heat pumps, smart HVAC solutions and modern home appliances. Designed with energy efficiency, personalized climate control and long-term reliability in mind, Della serves residential and commercial customers nationwide through major retailers, direct-to-consumer channels and strategic partnerships. Los Angeles is central to Della’s identity, serving as both its home base and a key source of inspiration for product innovation.
Della’s mission to transform how people experience indoor comfort through smarter, simpler and more sustainable solutions resonates with the LA Galaxy fan base, many of whom are homeowners navigating Southern California’s challenging climate. The partnership creates natural touchpoints for engagement while addressing real, everyday needs within the local community.
As an Official Partner of the LA Galaxy, Della will benefit from an integrated presence across the club, connecting with fans both on matchdays and beyond. The collaboration will come to life through curated in-stadium activations, branded storytelling across the club’s digital and social platforms, and fan-facing experiences designed to highlight how Della’s smart home technology can enhance comfort, efficiency and everyday living.
“This partnership with Della reflects our continued focus on aligning with brands that strive to understand both our market and our fans,” said Tom Braun, President and Chief Operating Officer, LA Galaxy. “Della’s Southern California roots, commitment to innovation and emphasis on community make them a strong fit for our club, and we’re excited to work together to create meaningful connections with our fans.”
Beyond matchdays, Della and the LA Galaxy will collaborate on a range of co-branded fan merchandise and experiences designed to bring the community closer together. Available through select activations and digital moments throughout the season, these initiatives extend Della’s comfort-first philosophy beyond the home and into everyday fan life, strengthening its connection with Southern California families.
As part of the agreement, Della will also receive added visibility through branded signage and activation opportunities at the LA Galaxy Soccer Center — a 73,000-square-foot facility in Torrance, California dedicated to futsal and recreational sports. Della’s partnership will support year-round youth and adult programming at the center, helping preserve a vital community hub that serves thousands of local families and athletes of all ages.
Together, these touchpoints will serve as a platform for Della to introduce fans to its expanding range of home comfort solutions – from its popular mini split systems to its growing central air conditioning offerings – all designed to support everyday living across Southern California.
“This collaboration is a great example of how thoughtful brand alignment and local relevance can create long-term value,” said Rashid Dadashi, Senior Director, AEG Global Partnerships. “Della saw an opportunity to connect authentically with a passionate fan base in its home market, and the LA Galaxy provide a powerful platform to bring that vision to life in a way that benefits fans, the community and both organisations.”
Stoke City move into new elite training facility at Clayton Wood
Tuesday, February 17, marked the first day of a new era at Stoke City as the Potters moved into their new elite training facility at Clayton Wood.
A process years in the making, with initial designs drawn up in 2023, the £10m development has now become the home of City’s first team following 15 months of construction led by contractors Speller Metcalfe.
The new building includes new and improved performance, recovery, rehabilitation, gymnasium, nutrition and sports science facilities, including a cryotherapy chamber and hydrotherapy pool.
The second phase of the Clayton Wood development, a refurbishment of the existing building which will exclusively serve the Club’s Category One Academy and women’s team, will now commence.
The work will take the total investment in the Club’s training base since its acquisition above the £25m mark. The new first team facility alone already represents Stoke City’s biggest financial outlay on a single project since the building of the bet365 Stadium in 1997.
“This is a significant step for the football club and it fills me with great pride to see our new first team training facility in operation for the first time,” Chair John Coates said.
“Stoke City is my passion and I will continue to do everything in my power to ensure our players and staff have the best environment possible to make us successful.
“Clearly the facilities need to be matched by a culture of relentless hard work, which Jon Walters and Mark Robins continue to drive every day, in our long-term pursuit of being better than we have ever been before.”
Potters’ Vice-Chairman Richard Smith added: “It was a great feeling to see the excitement of players and staff as they moved into the new building this week.
“A lot of dedication has been required by many people to move this project forward at pace and I would like to thank our staff for their significant contribution to the development.
“As always seems to be the case here at Stoke City, thanks to John’s continued investment, our next projects start in earnest with the renovation of the existing pavilion and continued works at the bet365 Stadium.”
Daktronics partner with Phillies for new displays
Daktronics has partnered with the Philadelphia Phillies to design, manufacture and install a new outfield video display and ribbon board at BayCare Ballpark, the club’s spring training home in Clearwater, Florida. Installed in late 2025, the new video board includes a custom control system and digital content package. The new enhancements will make their official debut at the Phillies’ Grapefruit League Home Opener on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
“The Phillies spring training experience has received a major upgrade, thanks to Daktronics,” said John Timberlake, Director, Florida Operations, Phillies. “Our new video board and the incredible technology behind it are significant enhancements to BayCare Ballpark, bringing our fans even closer to the action.”
Video Display Details
The main video display measures 42 feet high by 75.5 feet wide and features a 10-millimeter pixel spacing to deliver excellent image clarity and contrast to fans throughout the ballpark. Its variable content zoning allows the board to show one large image or multiple windows of live video, stats, graphics and more, keeping fans immersed in the action.
"We are thrilled to be part of the BayCare Ballpark renovations and can't wait to see how their new video system transforms their fan experience,” said Mike Kempany, Daktronics sales representative. “It was a pleasure working with the team as they carefully considered the best technologies. After thorough evaluation, the fans may look forward to the brightest display Daktronics offers combined with HDR capabilities, all driven via Daktronics Show Control with Camino."
A new ribbon board was also installed along the seating fascia, measuring approximately 5 feet high by 25 feet wide. It also features the same 10-millimeter pixel spacing and provides the opportunity to highlight partners throughout events while providing additional game statistics and information.
Control System & Content Package
To power the LED displays, a custom Daktronics control system featuring Show Control was included with the installation. This control system provides a combination of display control software, world-class video processing, data integration and playback hardware. Together, these features deliver a powerful, user-friendly production solution for operators.
BayCare Ballpark will also receive a custom content package to be produced and delivered by Daktronics Creative Services, an award-winning, in-house creative team.
Daktronics has grown with the sports industry since its founding in 1968. Today, the company has integrated LED super systems in more than 50% of all professional sports facilities in the United States and Canada.
YTL Live announce Aviva as title partner of new arena
YTL Live, the operating company for the new live entertainment complex in Bristol, has announced Aviva, the UK’s leading diversified insurer, as the new partner of Bristol’s 20,000 capacity indoor arena, marking a major milestone in the delivery of one of Europe’s most ambitious live entertainment venues.
The landmark and long-term multi-million-pound sponsorship agreement secures naming rights for the venue, which will be known as Aviva Arena when it opens in late 2028. It will be one of the largest venues in the country and a first of its kind for the West of England. An estimated 1.4 million people are expected to attend live music, sports and entertainment at Aviva Arena each year.
Chart‑topping British singer‑songwriter Tom Grennan lit up the naming‑rights launch at Aerospace Bristol, delivering a six‑song set beneath the iconic Concorde. The exclusive performance played out to a packed audience - including the Executive Chair of YTL Corporation, Sir Francis Yeoh, and West of England Mayor, Helen Godwin - all gathered beneath the wings of aviation history.
Work has commenced to transform the iconic Brabazon Hangars, birthplace of all the UK’s Concorde supersonic jets, into a live entertainment destination. The entire complex, called YTL Live, will house Aviva Arena in the central and largest of the three Brabazon Hangars, as well as a conference and exhibition space, and is expected to contribute an estimated £1 billion to the wider Bristol economy over the first decade of operation.
Located in Brabazon New Town, north Bristol, with a new train station on its doorstep due to open later this year, Aviva Arena is set to become a global destination for live music, sport and entertainment. The Aviva Arena is expected to host more than 120 major events every year, establishing the venue as a leading international ‘must play arena’ for artists.
The project will create more than 2,000 jobs during construction, with up to a further 500 permanent roles once the arena is operational, delivering long-term economic and social benefits for the region.
“Aviva Arena will be one of the most exciting and sustainable live entertainment venues anywhere in the world, and we are incredibly proud to welcome Aviva as our naming partner. This long-term partnership brings together two organisations with shared values around innovation, sustainability and community impact. Aviva Arena will put Bristol firmly on the global touring map, delivering unforgettable experiences for fans and artists alike while creating lasting benefits for the city and the wider region," said CEO of YTL Live, Andrew Billingham.
Aviva Arena becomes the latest addition to Aviva’s portfolio of iconic venues, joining Aviva Stadium in Dublin and Aviva Studios in Manchester, further strengthening the brand’s presence at the heart of culture, sport and live experiences across the UK and Ireland.
Dame Amanda Blanc, Group Chief Executive Officer of Aviva, said: “Bristol is an important city for Aviva, and we are proud to back this new world-class arena which will have such a positive community impact. Aviva Arena will further strengthen Bristol’s position as one of Europe’s great creative cities and become a landmark destination for the South West of England. Together with the Aviva Stadium in Dublin and Aviva Studios in Manchester, Aviva now supports three iconic venues which host the very best in sport, music and the arts, delivering lasting economic and social value.”
Watsco Center: Legends Global selected as new venue manager
The University of Miami has named Legends Global, the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands, as the new venue manager for the Watsco Center. The management agreement extends the partnership through September 2028, with an option to extend an additional three-year term.
“We are excited to expand our partnership with Legends Global to include managing the Watsco Center,” Vice President/Director of Athletics Dan Radakovich said. “Legends Global is a world-class venue operator, and we are confident their expertise will help make Watsco a destination venue for years to come.”
The University of Miami and Legends Global began their partnership in April 2021, focusing on marketing and rights, which expanded in December 2023 to encompass all facets of revenue generation within Miami’s athletics programs. The transformative partnership, the first of its kind in collegiate athletics, includes overseeing athletics sponsorships, ticketing, annual fund initiatives, and an off-campus Miami Hurricanes retail store. In addition to the expanded scope within athletics, Legends Global helps the University to enhance campus-wide partnerships that include both athletic and non-athletic assets. Since the expansion of the partnership, Legends Global has achieved all-time revenue records across athletics sponsorship, ticket sales, and annual giving.
“Over the last five years, our partnership with University of Miami athletics has seen a tremendous amount of success, and we’re excited to now extend that collaboration to include management of the Watsco Center,” said Tim Statezni, executive vice president, college, Legends Global. “The arena is a cornerstone for both the Canes’ and broader community, and we’re proud to help carry its legacy forward.”
Jesse Marks, who was recently named chief revenue officer for Legends Global at University of Miami Athletics, will oversee the new agreement. A seasoned sports business executive with experience across both collegiate and professional sports, Marks previously served as Chief Revenue Officer at Northwestern University, where he led the program’s revenue strategy including ticket sales, merchandise, licensing, and partnerships and played a key role in the development of the new Ryan Field project. He earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Miami and spent nine years with the Hurricane Club, serving as Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development. Marks also held the role of Executive Director for the Miami Dolphins Foundation prior to his tenure at Northwestern.
Additionally, Legends Global has selected Adam Sinclair as the Watsco Center’s new general manager. Formerly the director of facilities for the venue from 2004 – 2007, Sinclair returns to the Watsco Center with more than 23 years of experience in venue management. Throughout his career, he gained significant expertise in roles at prominent venues like NRG Park, American Airlines Center, Capital One Arena and The National Tennis Center and US Open. Sinclair will oversee day-to-day operations at the 8,000+ capacity Watsco Center, including the overall management, promotion and operation of the facility.
The Watsco Center is a 200,000-square foot, multipurpose entertainment facility, located in the heart of beautiful Coral Gables, Florida on the University of Miami campus. Opening its doors in January 2003 as the first mid-size venue that had opened south of downtown in Miami-Dade County, the Watsco Center currently remains the largest facility of its kind south of downtown Miami. The Watsco Center offers an ideal capacity for concerts, conferences, lectures series and banquets, and also houses locker rooms, training room facilities, convention space and banquet facilities.
Since its opening, the Watsco Center has hosted a number of memorable events and sold-out shows, including Green Day, Coldplay, John Mayer, Drake, The Fray, and Barry Manilow, as well as, being the setting for televised events and award shows such as the 2004 Presidential Debates, Unplugged featuring Ricky Martin and Thalia, Premio Lo Nuestro, Premios Juventud, Billboard’s Latin Music Awards, and most recently The X Factor. The venue has also welcomed world-renowned figures and politicians, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama, former President Bill Clinton, former President Barack Obama, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and Senator John McCain.
The Watsco Center also plays host to the Miami Hurricanes men’s and women’s basketball teams and is flexible enough to accommodate other sporting events such as cheerleading, volleyball, and karate among others.
SeatGeek partner with Spotify for innovative ticketing experience
SeatGeek, a high-growth technology platform transforming the live event experience for fans, teams and venues, announced a new integration with Spotify that brings SeatGeek’s official primary ticket inventory directly into Spotify’s event discovery experience, extending SeatGeek’s reach to Spotify’s global audience of more than 751 million monthly active users. Through the integration, fans can discover live events tied to the artists they listen to and connect seamlessly to SeatGeek to purchase official primary tickets from its team and venue partners.
The integration allows SeatGeek primary events to surface across Spotify through personalized recommendations and notifications based on listener preferences, shortening the path from music discovery to ticket purchase. Fans are directed into SeatGeek’s ticketing experience, where they can compare options and choose the seats that best fit their preferences. Participating venues include SeatGeek’s 15 major U.S. venue partners, including State Farm Stadium, Nissan Stadium and AT&T Stadium.
“SeatGeek is building the best marketplace for live events by making it easier for fans to find the right tickets in the best possible buying experience,” said Russ D’Souza, co-founder and president of SeatGeek. “This integration with Spotify helps remove friction at the moment of discovery, so fans can go from listening to an artist to choosing great seats in just a few steps. For our partners, it also creates a more direct and informed connection to fans as interest turns into attendance.”
For rightsholders, the integration extends the reach of SeatGeek’s ticketing platform by connecting primary inventory to a highly engaged audience earlier in the discovery journey. By pairing data-driven recommendations with official inventory, SeatGeek continues to invest in technology that helps partners grow demand, maintain control over their ticketing business and convert interest into attendance. Powered by SeatGeekIQ, its AI-driven marketplace intelligence engine, SeatGeek helps partners better understand fan behavior, improve show rates and make more informed decisions across their business.
“This partnership with SeatGeek represents a significant step in our mission to build a best-in-class event discovery platform,” said Abbie Riley, business development lead at Spotify. “By connecting our highly engaged audience with official primary tickets from an authorized source, we are creating a more contextual concert discovery experience that helps fans find tickets alongside the music they love.”
The integration is live now, and fans will begin seeing direct links to SeatGeek tickets for upcoming events by the artists they follow, appearing within Spotify’s event discovery experience and notifications.