USF St. Petersburg Tennis & Volleyball Court Lighting Upgrade
Project Overview
When the University of South Florida St. Petersburg needed to improve the lighting on its tennis and volleyball courts, the university partnered with Southeast Lighting & Design to develop a complete lighting solution. The existing system was no longer providing the illumination and uniformity required for safe, high-quality play, prompting the need for a modern LED upgrade.
Our team provided a turnkey solution that included photometric lighting design, LED fixture selection and supply, and coordination of the installation to ensure the finished project met the university’s performance expectations.
The Challenge
The university’s existing lighting system produced inconsistent light levels across the courts, reducing visibility and the overall playing experience. The project required a solution that would:
- Increase light levels for competitive play
- Improve lighting uniformity across the courts
- Reduce maintenance associated with aging fixtures
- Improve energy efficiency with modern LED technology
- Deliver a long-lasting, reliable lighting system
Our Solution
Photometric Lighting Design
Every successful lighting project begins with a detailed design. Southeast Lighting & Design completed a comprehensive photometric analysis to determine the optimal fixture layout, aiming angles, and light distribution needed to achieve the desired performance.
Using advanced lighting design software, we modeled the courts to ensure the proposed system would provide consistent illumination while minimizing glare and light spill.
LED Sports Lighting
Based on the completed design, we supplied high-performance LED sports lighting fixtures engineered to provide superior visibility, excellent color rendering, and long-term reliability while significantly reducing energy consumption and maintenance costs.
Installation Coordination
Beyond supplying the fixtures, our team worked closely with the installation contractor to ensure the lighting system was installed and aimed according to the approved photometric design, delivering the performance envisioned during the design phase.
Results
The completed project provided the USF with a modern, energy-efficient lighting system that delivers:
- Improved visibility for tennis and volleyball activities
- Consistent illumination across all playing surfaces
- Reduced energy consumption
- Lower maintenance requirements
- A professional-quality LED lighting solution designed for years of dependable service
Why Southeast Lighting & Design?
At Southeast Lighting & Design, we provide more than lighting products—we deliver complete lighting solutions. From initial photometric design and product selection to fixture supply and installation support, we help owners, contractors, and facility managers achieve lighting systems that perform as designed.
Whether it’s a collegiate athletic facility, municipal sports complex, or commercial project, our team combines technical expertise with quality products to deliver results that exceed expectations.
Interested in upgrading your sports lighting? Contact Southeast Lighting & Design to learn how our photometric design services and LED lighting solutions can improve the performance, efficiency, and longevity of your facility.