The Sports Video Group (SVG) is the leading international trade association for professionals who create, produce, and distribute sports content across all screens. It differentiates itself by uniting over 5,000 members and 350 technology partners worldwide through editorial coverage, industry events, and collaborative initiatives that advance the fan experience. SVG's initiatives include the SVG Venue Initiative and SVG College, providing targeted forums for innovation in sports venue technology and collegiate sports production. The organization also operates the SVG Broadcasting Fund, a charitable foundation dedicated to supporting industry members and their families in times of need.
Banana Ball TV is executing its largest live production to date for the inaugural Banana Bowl at Nationals Park, utilizing two Ross Production Services mobile units and over 20 cameras. The commercial-free event will be streamed on Disney+ and Disney's YouTube channel, marking the conclusion of a record-breaking season for the league.
DAZN has launched a U.S. local streaming service for 19 professional sports teams, utilizing technology from its recent acquisition of ViewLift. The platform offers standalone subscriptions, team-specific hubs, and pay-TV credential integration to provide regional sports coverage.
Disney will expand the distribution of its 2027 Super Bowl LXI broadcast to include Disney+ in the U.S. and over 55 international markets. This integration reflects a broader strategy to incorporate live sports rights directly into the company's primary streaming ecosystem.
The Cincinnati Bengals have completed a major infrastructure upgrade at Paycor Stadium, transitioning to a SMPTE ST 2110 IP-based control room. The project, integrated by Alpha, utilizes Evertz routing and Ross Video production systems to support future 4K and HDR workflows.
SPORTEL Monaco 2026 has announced its conference program, which will take place October 19-21 at the Grimaldi Forum. The event will feature sessions on AI strategy, live sports betting technology, YouTube distribution, and advancements in live sports production.
The NHL has implemented a centralized graphics ecosystem for six regional club broadcasts, utilizing Vizrt and Unreal Engine to maintain a consistent league-wide aesthetic. The project, designed by GameDay Creative, features a hub-and-spoke infrastructure that allows for team-specific branding and future integration of NHL EDGE tracking data.
The creators of the Story Object Model (SOM) have introduced a draft of the Event Object Model (EOM) to standardize live sports production workflows. The framework aims to integrate event data with media timelines to streamline highlight generation and multi-platform distribution while maintaining human oversight in the control room.
Netflix has selected IMG as its production partner for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in the U.S. and Canada. The agreement covers the production of 64 matches and over 100 hours of studio programming, representing a significant expansion of Netflix's live sports production capabilities.
The Memphis Grizzlies have partnered with DAZN and TEGNA-owned ABC24 to simulcast 15 regular season games for free over-the-air and via the DAZN app. This initiative aims to expand local broadcast access across Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Kentucky during the 2026-27 season.
Sportel Executive Director Marine Picoulet discusses the 2026 Monaco conference agenda, which focuses on AI integration, B2B2C business models, and a new CMO brand program. The organization also announced its expansion into North America with the inaugural Sportel Canada event scheduled for March 2027 in Toronto.
