Clear-Com Facilitates Uninterrupted Communication at Snapdragon Stadium

Clear-Com®, the market leader in sports and entertainment communication systems, significantly contributed to the improvement of communication functionalities at the cutting-edge Snapdragon Stadium, an establishment that commenced operations in 2022 under the management of OVG360 and owned by San Diego State University.

Snapdragon Stadium, situated in the SDSU Mission Valley, functions as a central location for community engagement and a year-round venue for athletics and entertainment. The venue serves as the home to several prestigious organizations, including San Diego Legion of Major League Rugby, SDSU Aztec Football, San Diego Wave FC of the National Women's Soccer League, and the newly announced MLS team, San Diego FC. In addition to these organizations, the venue hosts a wide variety of events, including festivals, motocross shows, concerts, championships, community events, private and corporate gatherings, and more. Significantly, Snapdragon Stadium has gained popularity as a preferred venue for the United States Women's National Soccer Team. The facility has played host to several "friendlies" since its inception and is presently a pivotal venue for the CONCACAF Women's Gold Cup. The communication solutions provided by Clear-Com enhance the overall experience for athletes, performers, and spectators, thereby contributing to the success of these events.

The state-of-the-art communication infrastructure of Snapdragon Stadium, which is outfitted with cutting-edge equipment from Clear-Com, is crucial in resolving the various requirements that arise from its dual-use nature as a sports and entertainment venue. The communication infrastructure of Snapdragon Stadium is comprised of Clear-Com's FreeSpeak II® digital wireless system and Encore® analog partyline elements. This dependable and robust communication platform guarantees smooth coordination throughout the diverse events held at the 35,000-seat multipurpose venue.

Ceci Bacerra, the Manager of AV & Broadcast at Snapdragon Stadium, conveyed their contentment with the solutions provided by Clear-Com, stating,

Clear-Com equipment is utilized by numerous sporting teams, concerts, and shows while they tour, and it integrates seamlessly with our in-house system. Their online portal is intuitive and straightforward to modify to suit the particular requirements of each event that may emerge.

The control room is furnished with the Encore Main Station, Encore Speaker Stations in U-Box, and a combination of four-channel and two-channel remote stations. The venue utilizes five Encore RS-701 Single Channel beltpacks for remote beltpacks and the Encore MT-701 for interfacing with external systems. The FreeSpeak II digital wireless system provides an exceptional level of adaptability. It consists of the FreeSpeak II-BASE-II Base Station, transceivers, splitters, and beltpacks. By virtue of its 1.9GHz frequency range and adaptability, beltpacks are capable of effortlessly traversing various areas within the facility, including sidelines, the bowl, control room, locker rooms, and port areas. The advanced technology utilized by Clear-Com guarantees a dependable and resilient communication network, thereby emphasizing their dedication to maintaining technical prowess in entertainment and sporting venues.

By seamlessly integrating into the infrastructure of Snapdragon Stadium and accommodating the varied needs of sporting events, concerts, and other entertainment productions, the system demonstrates Clear-Com's preeminence in the field of communication systems for the entertainment and sports industries. The selection process was significantly influenced by the organization's standing for providing dependable and groundbreaking solutions; as a result, the venue is furnished with cutting-edge technology to effectively address the communication requirements of its varied events.