Great play deserves great lighting. From weekend pickleball matches to championship-level basketball, Cooper Lighting Solutions designs illumination systems that perform under pressure. Our systems are engineered to meet or exceed ANSI/IES RP-6 standards—delivering the right light for every serve, shot, and swing. Whether it’s a court upgrade or a new build, we focus on safety, visual comfort, and energy efficiency—helping you achieve compliance, control, and a better experience for every player and spectator.
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Lighting Solutions for Recreation, Club, and Competitive Play
Quick Overview
Who is this guide for?
Designers, contractors, facility managers, and owners of sports venues.
What does it cover?
Lighting recommendations by sport and venue type, fixture selection, mounting, controls, and compliance.
Court Design Principles
Athletes rely on consistent lighting to track fast-moving balls and maintain spatial awareness. Ideal court lighting is uniform and glare-controlled, with balanced horizontal and vertical illumination across all play classes.
Energy + Control Integration
Modern sports facilities demand more than static lighting, they need intelligent systems. WaveLinx controls integrate seamlessly to offer programmable light levels, curfews, motion-based dimming, and smart scheduling.
Consistency Across Spaces
A cohesive lighting experience enhances both aesthetics and functionality. From courts to corridors, uniform light quality and intuitive controls eliminate the need for multiple vendors or systems.
Lighting Application Matrix
Control Benefits:
- Reduced Operations Cost: Occupancy sensors reduce lighting to 50% after 15–20 minutes of vacancy resulting in energy and cost savings.
- Reduced Energy Usage: Daylight harvesting via integrated sensors saves even more energy.
- Easy To Use: Get the right light for the task at hand with scene presets—Practice, Competition, Cleaning, and After Hours.
Lighting Design Considerations
Glare Management and Visual Comfort
Fixtures like Galleon II, Prevail, and SkyBar minimize glare and provide visual balance.
Mounting Height and Optics
Correct mounting ensures proper vertical illumination and uniformity.
Color Temperature and CRI
Fixtures deliver 4000–5000 K with CRI >80 (recreation) and >90 (broadcast).
Energy Code Compliance
Designs comply with ANSI/IES RP-6 and 2024 IECC standards.
Ephesus
Industry leader for high-output, professional, and televised applications. Engineered for elite performance, durability, and precision optical control.
McGraw-Edison
Proven outdoor sports and area lighting with superior cutoff, distribution control, and energy performance for municipal, school, and community installations.
Metalux
Core indoor high-bay and ambient fixtures ideal for gyms, multi-sport facilities, and retrofits.
HALO Commercial
Seamless, efficient solutions for adjacent spaces such as lobbies, corridors, and locker rooms.
WaveLinx
Scalable, code-compliant lighting control ecosystem offering both wireless and networked options.