In a groundbreaking development set to revolutionize the college sports streaming landscape, LIGR Live has extended its collaboration with Genius Sports, the exclusive distributor of official NCAA data. This expanded partnership introduces integration with NCAA LiveStats™, a pivotal advancement poised to enhance the streaming experience with automated graphics, real-time highlights, and seamless live streaming solutions.
A Synergy of Innovation: LIGR Live and Genius Sports
LIGR Live, a trailblazer in the realm of sports streaming technology, has joined forces with Genius Sports to harness the power of NCAA LiveStats™. This integration marks a significant leap forward in providing unparalleled value to sports enthusiasts and fans. Through the partnership with Genius Sports, LIGR Live leverages the highest quality official NCAA data, breathing life into automated in-game graphics, real-time automatic highlights, and intuitive built-in live streaming capabilities.
Elevating College Sports Streaming
As part of the initial implementation of this transformative integration, Lander University, situated in Greenwood, South Carolina, will pioneer the incorporation of LIGR Live and NCAA LiveStats™. This collaboration is set to amplify the quality and engagement of the university’s live video streams across various sports. Thomas Holland, Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Media, expressed his satisfaction with LIGR Live, stating, “Being able to have highlights automatically clipped has been a lifesaver, and the graphics for the streams have been great.”
With a keen focus on enhancing the spectator experience, Lander University will utilize LIGR Live and NCAA LiveStats™ to infuse live soccer, volleyball, field hockey, and basketball broadcasts with immersive in-game graphics and official data-powered automatic highlights.
A History of Excellence: Genius Sports and NCAA LiveStats™
Genius Sports’ longstanding collaboration with the NCAA culminated in the creation of NCAA LiveStats™, an official tool that revolutionizes the collection, management, and distribution of game statistics. Since its inception in 2018, NCAA LiveStats™ has empowered over 4,000 teams, playing a pivotal role in shaping the college sports ecosystem.
Oliver Wells, VP of Strategic Sports Partnerships at Genius Sports, commended the transformative potential of NCAA LiveStats™, emphasizing its role in propelling innovative products and enriching fan experiences across college sports.
A Seamless Integration
The synergy between LIGR Live and NCAA LiveStats™ offers a streamlined solution that eliminates the need for additional data providers or external apps. The integration seamlessly combines the existing NCAA LiveStats™ data feed with LIGR Live, creating a unified platform for enhanced streaming experiences.
Tim Claus, LIGR Director of Sales for North America, highlighted the user-friendly nature of the integration, stating, “The ability to stream directly from LIGR Live to multiple destinations and distribute highlights to social channels is a real game-changer for college-level broadcasting.”
A Glimpse into the Future
This collaboration stands as a testament to the commitment of both LIGR Live and Genius Sports to reshape the college sports streaming landscape. By weaving together the power of official NCAA data and cutting-edge streaming technology, the partnership offers an exciting glimpse into the future of immersive and engaging sports content.
Moreover, this partnership builds upon Genius Sports’ broader initiatives, which include integrating official FIBA LiveStats data from basketball leagues across the globe. This expansion further solidifies the company’s role as a driving force in propelling sports streaming innovation.
The extended collaboration between LIGR Live and Genius Sports ushers in a new era of college sports streaming, characterized by dynamic graphics, real-time highlights, and an enriched viewer experience. As this partnership continues to evolve, sports enthusiasts and fans can anticipate a captivating journey marked by innovation, engagement, and the seamless fusion of data and technology.